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Molly Thompson

City Editor

Molly is based in Lexington, KY and has worked for a variety of entities including JMI Sports, the Harrodsburg Herald, and the Sports Business Daily. When she’s not writing + editing for LEXtoday, you can find her teaching or practicing yoga or exploring the city with her husband and dog Ziggy.

Campus
Culture
A sea of blue: UK homecoming festivities take over Lexington this week
Get ready for a sea of blue on campus as UK homecoming week hosts dozens of events for current and former students to enjoy.
October 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A city area flooded with water coming up to the roof tops.
City
Local businesses helping to support hurricane relief efforts
As nearby states are assessing damage done by Hurricane Helene, local businesses and organizations are hosting drives + donating a portion of sales to support relief efforts.
October 5, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A tailgate set up with glasses, trays of bitesized snacks + bourbon
Small Business
A picture perfect local tailgate at Keeneland
Win the best tailgate, place your bets, and show off your hosting skills.
October 3, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A big tree in a park surrounded by small solar panels on boxes
Culture
Check out the new experiential art exhibit coming to Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate
Pause for a moment of zen thanks to a new experiential sound bath at Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate.
October 1, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A group of people standing at the railing of the racetrack at Keeneland.
Culture
Local boutiques share outfit inspo for Keeneland Fall Meet
Bet on being the best dressed at Keeneland thanks to these style ideas and pro tips from local boutiques.
October 1, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Outside shot of the Visual Arts Center of Richmond.
Culture
Learn something new at these classes for adults in Richmond
Broaden your horizons with these programs around the River City
October 1, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Erin Goins with Bites of the Bluegrass Tour leading a group.
Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of Lexington
Explore the Horse Capital of the World through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
September 30, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A drone shot of Lexington's downtown area.
City
Decode the code: Business zones
Businesses come, and businesses go — so let’s talk about where certain businesses can and cannot set up shop in Lexington.
September 26, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A rendering of Rupp Arena's floor featuring bright blue lighting along the floor
Sports
Rupp Arena to feature state-of-the-art interactive floor during Big Blue Madness
September 26, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An outdoor movie screening surrounded by people sitting in lawn chairs.
Culture
No tricks, all treats: Get in the Halloween spirit with fun + freaky flicks around town
Outdoor movies + brewery big screens are helping you get in the Halloween spirit with themed movie nights in October.
September 24, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Two plates featuring avocado toast with lettuce + paprika with a coffee mug and orange juice from Beau's Cafe.
Live
Lexington’s best gluten-free restaurants
No matter why you’re avoiding it, you can find new eats without the gluten here.
September 24, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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City
Fall Favorites: U-Pick Farms around Lexington, KY
There’s nothing like a cool autumn day picking produce and hitting the hay (literally).
September 20, 2024
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Trevor Peters
Two women standing in front of the LEX sign in downtown lexington
Culture
Three favorite stories for three years of LEXtoday
As we celebrate three years of sharing hyper-local + positive stories, we’re taking a look back at some of our favorites.
September 20, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A fresh white kitchen with rustic wood and leather touches
Live
Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Lexington
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Lexington and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
September 19, 2024
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Trevor Peters
A skate park in Lexington, KY
Culture
Woodland Skate Park celebrates 25 years of hosting flips, tricks, and joy in Lexington
Kick, push, kick, push, coast.
September 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
sign outside of an old stone building
City
It’s National Voter Registration Day — here’s all you need to know to share your voice
Pull out those planners, and grab your pens we’re sharing all the need-to-know information to get your prepared for election season.
September 17, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Erin Goins with Bites of the Bluegrass Tour leading a group.
Tourism and Hospitality
Help inform future tourism development by taking the Resident Sentiment Survey from VisitLEX
Share your thoughts on local tourism with VisitLEX + you could win prizes like gift cards to local businesses.
September 16, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Fresh carrots, radishes, greens, and onions
Food
Lettuce talk about eating locally
Help with food waste + support your fellow Lexingtonian by getting your produce directly from local farmers.
September 16, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A painting of a child standing in front of a brick wall with wings featuring the reflection of the land below.
Arts
REIMAGINE Project makes its annual return
This fundraiser from Arts Connect sees the artwork of dozens of students reimagined into unique pieces by local artists.
September 12, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A little bronze statute of a foal lying down placed in a flower bed outside of the Fifth Third Building
Arts
Did you know there’s horses hiding in downtown Lexington?
The new interactive public art experience uses hidden horse statues to shine a light on Lexington’s equine legacy.
September 10, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A wide angle view of Lexington Sporting Club's soccer stadium and its seats.
Sports
Inside the $50 million Lexington Sporting Club Stadium
We’re taking you inside Lexington Sporting Club’s brand new, $50 million stadium + sharing our favorite aspects from the inaugural game.
September 6, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A man holding up heart hands in front of a sunrise while on a bike ride
City
Clip in for the citywide biking campaign Cycle September
Win prizes by logging miles and connecting with fellow cyclists during this month long cycling campaign.
September 4, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A group of men and women posing after a group run
Sports
5 running groups in Lexington
Cold temperatures have you hibernating? Check out these five running groups to get outside and get moving.
August 29, 2024
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Molly Thompson
LEX Philharmonic symphonic stroll
Arts
The fourth annual Symphonic Stroll returns
The hills are alive with the sounds of the Lexington Philharmonic’s highly anticipated event.
August 28, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An outdoor cafe with a wooden + stone walk way that parts luscious greenery and tables with people sitting at them.
Culture
Finding your third place in Lexington
Third places are public, informal gathering spaces you frequent in your community. We’re here to help give you recommendations and help you find your third place around Lexington.
August 27, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
How readers wants their sports covered in LEXtoday
August 23, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A woman and puppy standing in front of a mural that says together we are stronger
Culture
Plan Ziggy’s adventures in honor of National Dog Day
August 23, 2024
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Molly Thompson
LEX_UK Men's basketball pope preseason
Culture
What’s your favorite color baby? UK sports seasons are upon us
August 21, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A group of people watching a band on stage with a psychedelic screen of red and white.
Festivals
Expand your mind at Expansion
Take a trip this August + experience the colorful world of Expansion.
August 20, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Pink flowers in the forefront of the UK student center with a big stone UK sign out front
Culture
Advice for incoming college students
As Transy and UK students descent upon Lexington, we wanted to welcome them back with some words of encouragement.
August 19, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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