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Lexington history: A political dispute turned deadly for two city leaders in 1889
December 1, 2025 at 5:00 AM
250 LEX
As Lexington celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding, the Herald-Leader and kentucky.com each day throughout 2025 will share interesting facts about our hometown.
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Rupp Arena was once the largest basketball arena in the country. See how it’s changed
November 28, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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First an all-girls school, the Sayre School opened shortly before the Civil War
November 25, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Lexington celebrates Andrea Bocelli concert with Bocelli in the Bluegrass week
November 25, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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Free 250Lex event to focus on connections between arts and health
November 20, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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1961 NBA boycott in Lexington brought calls for the end of segregation
November 20, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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The Breeders’ Cup has come to Lexington 3 times. What was the impact on the city?
November 19, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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Behind the mascot: How the University of Kentucky became the Wildcats
November 18, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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In 1923, a UK football player died. McLean Stadium was named in his honor
November 17, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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John Wilkes Booth once performed in Lexington. Did he hide here after killing Lincoln?
November 14, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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Youth orchestra to debut piece celebrating Lexington’s 250th anniversary
November 13, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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New initiative aims to help students’ mental health through the arts
November 12, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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