Aayat Ali

Aayat Ali

City Editor

Aayat is an editor based in Lexington, Kentucky. She has spent the last several years working alongside entrepreneurs, small businesses, and startups to share their stories with readers around the world. When she’s not writing, you can find her sifting through vinyl at one of Lexington’s local record stores.

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City
All bets are on: Everything you need to know about sports betting in Lexington
Both online and in-person sports betting is officially legal in Kentucky — here’s what that means.
September 29, 2023
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The facade of Rupp Arena.
Play
Give these Lexington live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
September 27, 2023
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City
Town Branch Commons Trail is already award winning
Within less than a year, Town Branch Commons Trail has won two national awards for its commitment to landscape architecture and our urban environment.
September 27, 2023
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Mirror Twin Brewing turns seven
Help celebrate the seventh anniversary of this staple in Lexington’s beer scene.
September 25, 2023
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Tapestries draped over the Old Lexington Courthouse.
Arts
“I Was Here” shines a light on neglected history
The “I Was Here” project began here in Lexington, and will debut in lower Manhattan this October.
September 25, 2023
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A counter top with food samples.
Food
Tuk Tuk Snack Shop opens its doors
The Sri Lankan eatery comes from the mind of James Beard nominated chef Sam Fore.
September 21, 2023
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A girl and a dog stand in front of a mural.
Volunteer
Lexington Humane Society’s Check Me Out program enriches both dogs and the community
September 21, 2023
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a woman sits in front of an easel painting
Education
Lexington is one of the best places to retire
According to Southern Living, Lexington was ranked as one of the best places to retire in the country.
September 19, 2023
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A woman dances on stage next to a man.
Events
Everything you need to know about Festival Latino de Lexington
The annual Latin festival returns to Robert F. Stephens this weekend for two days of fun, music, food, and celebration.
September 19, 2023
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A pizza covered in fennel and onions.
Live
A guide to Lexington’s pizza scene
We’re just a bunch of weirdoughs diving head first into LEX’s must-try pizza shops including Goodfellas, Pearl’s Pizza Pie, and Rolling Oven.
September 14, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
People playing drums in front of various Pride flags.
Events
The Kentucky Black Pride festival returns this weekend
Show your true colors at this multi-day pride event that celebrates inclusivity, heritage, and diversity.
September 13, 2023
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A photo of the Valley View Ferry.
Business
The story behind Kentucky’s oldest operating business
This free cable ferry is the oldest continuously operating business in Kentucky.
September 13, 2023
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the skyline of Lexington, KY
Development
The Commons is anything but
Lexington’s newest mixed-use development is underway on the outskirts of downtown.
September 11, 2023
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Events
Celebrating Oktoberfest in Lexington
It’s the most wonderful time for beer.
September 11, 2023
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A sign near a creek that says Art by Nature.
Art by Nature returns to Lexington
Get outside, get inspired, and get creative.
September 7, 2023
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Henry Faulkner with one of his goats.
City
The life and legacy of queer icon Henry Faulkner
Ahead of the Henry Faulkner Centennial Jubilee at the Headley-Whitney Museum, we sat down with photographer and gallery owner John Hockensmith.
September 7, 2023
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A coffee in front of a Dutch Bros sign.
Business
Pass that Dutch Bros Coffee
This is what happens when the Pacific Northwest meets the Southeast.
September 5, 2023
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Business
Kentucky Castle sold for $19 million
The faces behind Angel’s Envy bourbon purchased the Kentucky Castle last week.
September 5, 2023
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football players in a huddle
Sports
Let’s play ball: UK football is back
UK football returns to Kroger Field this Saturday, Sept. 2 to take on Ball State.
August 31, 2023
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City
Meet the dynamic trio of student + local government engagement
You don’t have to be 18 to make a difference in your local government.
August 30, 2023
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The outside of coffee shop Kenwick Table.
Work
Places to work outside in Lexington
When the sun’s out, the world is your workspace.
August 30, 2023
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Ben McBee
A picture of a bunch of horses in front of a sunset.
Education
Elder horses enjoy a life of leisure at UK’s new facility
Less than a year after breaking ground, UK’s Aged Horse Care and Education Facility has officially opened.
August 28, 2023
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The facade of the Swigert House.
Real Estate
Hot Homes: Take living in the Horse Capital to the next step
Feel the equestrian spirit at this 1900s home in the heart of downtown Lexington.
August 28, 2023
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A bird's eye view of UK's campus.
Culture
Welcome to the Horse Capital of the World: What to do around Lexington
Calling college co-eds — this easy guide with places to eat, shop, explore, and play will help you feel like a local in your new town.
August 24, 2023
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Kate Mazade
The facade of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Center.
Government
Make your voice heard with LFCUG’s new public input website
Changes to public input policies and a new website will make engagement easier than ever.
August 22, 2023
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A sun sets over downtown Lexington
City
City enacts heat plan: What you need to know
With heat indexes approaching triple digits, the city has enacted its heat plan to support those experiencing homelessness.
August 22, 2023
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A sculpture of the CRAVE logo which features the letter C with teeth.
Food
Are you ready to Crave more?
Sample some of Lexington’s best food, drinks, and music.
August 17, 2023
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a photo of the skyline
City
Are your property taxes about to go up?
A new vote from the LFUCG could see property tax bills spike next year.
August 16, 2023
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Bourbon barrels in front of a rick house.
Work
Made in Lexington: 11 things created in and around LEX
From brands to artists, Lexington’s business scene is truly inspired.
August 16, 2023
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Monica Garske
Students sit around a table with laptops.
Education
AI thinks, therefore AI am
UK is working ahead to provide instructors and students with guidance for the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI).
August 14, 2023
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