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Locals Tim Lawson, and Timothy Fleeman converse outside of Bald Knob Little Market in Frankfort, Kentucky on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Photo by Bryce Towle.

Big family at the Little Market

Bryce Towle, Photographer February 7, 2023

Through the twists, turns, ups and downs of Bald Knob road, you'll find yourself "a pitstop" — this country oasis some call home. They call them locals. The everyday men, women, and children that...

Games rest stacked on a shelf on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023, at Chaotic Good Coffee, Comics, and Games in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Bryce Towle | Staff

Board games and beans: Lexington’s Chaotic Good Coffee is the best of both worlds

Nate Lucas, Reporter January 30, 2023

Chaotic Good: Coffee, Comics and Games Shop opened their doors for the first time on Jan. 12, located at 561 South Broadway, suite 160. When customers first walk in, they are greeted by a barista to...

​A scoop of ice cream is served at Crank & Boom, located at the old Pepper Distillery Campus off of Manchester street, on July 15, 2015. Staff file photo.

Love story turned local legend

Alexis Harmon April 12, 2022

The butterfly effect is the idea that seemingly small, insignificant events eventually lead to much bigger consequences. The concept also applies to ice cream.Toa and Mike Green met in 2004 when they both...

Girlsgirlsgirls Burritos on the corner of South Limestone and Avenue of Champions in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

Tips and tricks for student discounts

Sophia Shoemaker February 23, 2022

Ever heard of the stereotypical “broke college student?” Fortunately for them, brick-and-mortar retailers, restaurants, online stores and subscriptions offer student discounts to help college kids...

Ellie Harman, co-owner of High on Art & Coffee, poses for a portrait in front of her art on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, in Lexington, KY.

Perseverance through community: How High on Art & Coffee is giving back

Corrie McCroskey December 2, 2021

Affectionately known as “Grandma” and “Pappy,” Ellie and Tim Harman own the inventive High on Art & Coffee, a shop that combines a passion for creatives and homemade cuisine.“Our vision before...

‘Barber to the stars’ offers a warm welcome

Melvin Meeks April 30, 2021

The “Barber of the Stars” brings a new look to his customers while giving a new definition to what it means to be a local business owner.Londale Blackford was given the nickname “Barber of the Stars”...

Myles Racino, BCTC student and barista, poses for a portrait behind the counter of Third Street Stuff and Coffee on Nov. 3, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Almost normal: Local workers say Election Day business as usual

The University of Kentucky declared Election Day an academic holiday, giving students and faculty the day off, though staff like dining hall employees continued to work. At eight locations around town,...

Warren Byron, left, and Chris Sullivan, right, perform for sQecial Medias 48th anniversary celebration amidst the stores unique stock. Photo by Gillian Stawiszynski

UK students, community celebrate 48 years of sQecial Media

Gillian Stawiszynski March 3, 2020

Cheese platters, fruit punch and colorful flyers that read “Everything 40% OFF Today Only!” filled the entrance of sQecial Media on Sunday.Lexington’s well-known metaphysical store celebrated its...

Community members participate in a mulching event held at Castlewood Park held during Urban Forest Initiatives 2018 Tree Week | Photo provided by Urban Forest Initiative

Grow your ‘relationship to trees’ at second annual Tree Week

Natalie Parks October 3, 2019

The Urban Forest Initiative's second annual Tree Week, a week of events dedicated to raising awareness of urban forestry, will run from October 12-19.“What I think we hope to do with Tree Week is help...

Third Street Stuff and Coffee is located at 257 N Limestone #1, Lexington, KY 40507.

Local business provides coffee and colorful scenery

Abby Logan March 11, 2019

Third Street Stuff and Coffee is a hidden gem located in Lexington, Kentucky. Its unique features and atmosphere make it stand out like no other coffee shop in Lexington.The business has been around since...

Kernel Opinion SIG

Advice for the smart Black Friday shopper

Sarah Halsey November 21, 2018

Black Friday is an annual American tradition like no other. Americans rush out of their homes at ungodly hours to save money while shopping. Black Friday shopping is here once again, and it is a favorite...

A sign reads dont mind if I dough at the newly opened NoBaked Cookie Dough located on Palomar Centre Drive in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Emily Baehner | Staff.

Newly opened shop allows ‘excited’ customers to safely eat cookie dough

Emily Baehner October 25, 2018

Lexington now has a place for people interested in indulging in the guilty pleasure of eating raw cookie dough without the threat of listening to their mothers tell them it isn’t safe.With the opening...

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