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Tidbits: Danville's brass band festival trumpets its food choices

The food at this year's Great American Brass Band Festival, June 7 to 9 in Danville, will move higher up the scale as vendors prepare dishes with local produce and meats. 1 hour ago

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FOOD

Kansas City Barbecue Society expert comes to Lexington to teach grillers a thing or two

If you're planning a big outdoor soiree for Memorial Day weekend, you might want to consider putting it on hold until you can polish up your barbecue skills.
MERLENE DAVIS

Merlene Davis: Faith group works to get identification for ex-offenders, find affordable housing

When I attended the 10th Annual Nehemiah Action Assembly back in April, I found myself wondering why the faith community continued to push for social change that politicians weren't delivering.
FAMILY

Merlene Davis: University of Kentucky grad pushing hard for empowerment program

The idea of replicating a Pittsburgh empowerment program in Lexington has been bandied about for more than three years.
SHARON THOMPSON

Sharon Thompson's Tidbits: The Jax joins downtown's nighttime scene

The Jax is Lexington's newest restaurant to join Short Street's burgeoning entertainment district.
SHARON THOMPSON

Sharon Thompson's Tidbits: Asparagus celebration includes more than food

There will be a parade, singing and dancing in May's Lick on Saturday, all in celebration of asparagus.
FOOD

Food can be as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate

As summer rolls around, you're likely to entertain more often. Outdoor cooking reigns when the days are warmer, but there also are bridal showers, graduation parties, picnics, and holiday celebrations where you can show off your entertaining skills.
NEWS

Merlene Davis: BCTC graduate is a role model for us all

Among those graduating from BCTC Sunday will be honor graduate Megan McCormick, a highly motivated woman who will be receiving an associate's degree in education in hopes of landing a full-time job and independence. That achievement is all the more significant because McCormick has Down syndrome.
SHARON THOMPSON

Sharon Thompson's Tidbits: Craft beer stemming from collaboration on tap for week only

Country Boy Brewing and West Sixth Brewing have teamed to create a beer called Country Western that will be released during Lexington's first Craft Beer Week, which starts Monday and runs through May 19.
SHARON THOMPSON

Sharon Thompson's Tidbits: Healthy recipes can earn kids a trip to White House

The second Healthy Lunchtime Challenge is now open for youngsters and their parent or guardians to create healthy lunch recipes that are affordable and tasty. Fifty-six youngsters will be selected to visit the White House.
MERLENE DAVIS

Merlene Davis: VA offering benefits event at local community center

Either because they are unaware or because they don't consider themselves worthy, a lot of veterans don't take full advantage of programs available to them through the Veterans Administration. That is just wrong.