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Samuel Collins Hicks

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Sam is a poet and essayist living in Lexington, KY. With experience in theatre, education, and advertising, Sam takes pride in using his communication skills to build community. When he’s not writing, Sam enjoys long walks downtown, movies at the Kentucky Theatre, and naps with his cat.

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Cupid lands at Blue Grass Airport
Pick up more than just your luggage — Blue Grass Airport is Kentucky’s most romantic place to take flight.
February 13, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Layton Garlington legislative aide
Local Government 101: Meet LEX’s legislative aides
Take a peek behind the scenes of the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government with this ongoing series spotlighting our city’s legislative aides.
February 10, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Lexington skyline
We asked ChatGPT to roast Lexington
The popular AI chatbot had plenty to say about the Horse Capital of the World, but we didn’t let ChatGPT leave without saying something nice.
February 7, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Spirited solar energy development
Castle & Key Distillery harnesses solar energy as part of their ongoing plans to became an industry leader in sustainability.
February 5, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
CHIEFS SUPER BOWL
Culture
8 ways to celebrate Super Bowl LIX in LEX
February 5, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Theater
Wylie Caudill takes center stage
Lexington muralist Wylie Caudill brings his artistic ability to the stage with ActOut Theatre Group’s “Torch Song” at the Farish Theatre.
February 3, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A dining room with a long wooden table adorned with tall candle sticks, place settings, and lots of glass chandeliers.
Culture
Galentine’s and Valentine’s experiences for Lexington lovers
If your sweetheart’s love language is quality time, this one’s for you.
February 3, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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A story of success: The 2025 State of the City County Address
Mayor Linda Gorton’s State of the City County speech celebrated Lexington’s history of excellence while advocating for continued growth.
January 28, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Railbird Music Festival Lexington
Railbird 2025 lineup released
Who’s performing, where to get tickets, and everything Lexington music lovers need to prepare for the return of Railbird.
January 22, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Pike Place Mansion Monday
Picture perfect mansion on Paris Pike
This elegant mansion in the heart of horse country is sure to excite equestrian enthusiasts — and everyone else, too.
January 17, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
a photo of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
History
Martin Luther King Jr. in the Bluegrass
Discover the civil rights leader’s connection to Kentucky, and find out how to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Lexington.
January 16, 2025
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Aaron Mikel
Cars, buses, and trucks driving on a downtown street during a gray and rainy day.
Vice Mayor announces traffic safety task force
The STREEET Safety Task Force will look for ways to increase traffic safety for drivers and pedestrians + decrease accidents and injuries.
January 14, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Wet your whistle this Dry January
Our recommendations make abstaining from alcohol anything but sober, with everything from fresh fruit juices to mouthwatering mocktails
January 8, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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KY Real ID deadline approaches
Whether you are ready for a renewal or not, this spring Kentuckians hoping to board domestic flights will require the new Real ID
January 8, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Two houses in downtown Lexington, one pink and one blue. It is snowing and there are a few inches of accumulation on the ground.
Beating winter storm Blair’s snowy blues
Updates on city services and safety tips as winter storm Blair continues
January 6, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The inside of the library, with an orange couch, stairs to the second floor, and multiple shelves with books.
Education
Snow day saviors from Lexington Public Library
Lexington Public Library offers a wide range of mobile apps designed to help students and readers make it through the snowiest of days
January 6, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The Square in downtown Lexington at night with cars driving fast.
25 questions for 2025
We want to hear from readers — what 25 questions do you have for LEXtoday to answer in the new year?
December 19, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
a top-down view of snow covered residential houses and roads.
Winter is snow much fun in Lex
Dig up Lexington’s snowy past with this winter weather round-up + know when to stock up on milk, bread, and candles.
December 13, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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.
December 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
An outside shot of the Kentucky Theatre at night in Lexington KY
Events
Festive films and must-see holiday movies
From “The Shop Around the Corner” to “Candy Cane Lane” this holiday movie roundup has a theater experience for everyone on your shopping list
December 11, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
LFUCG Government Center
City
City Council adds public input opportunity
Formal city council meetings now have two chances for public input, one for topics related to the agenda + one for non-agenda topics.
December 9, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Joe Bologna's sits in the former Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church.
The new Joe Bologna’s is no baloney
December 5, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Jones Family Christmas Light and Music Show - A two-story house with thousands of multi-color Christmas nights illuminating the nighttime.
Holiday light show for bright spirits
Lexingtonian uses love of music + technical knowledge to give community the gift of holiday light
December 5, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A selection of several plates of food + glasses of wine from CRU Food & Wine Bar.
Business
Recent openings + sudden closures at The Summit at Fritz Farm
One Fritz Farm fave says goodbye, while The Summit welcomes two newcomers
November 25, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Artist rendering of the proposed development, featuring two large buildings with both retail and residential space.
Development
Residential + retail spaces coming soon to historic East End
The newly approved East End construction is set to include ample apartments, plenty of parking + big business
November 22, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
UK Horticulture Research Farm Greenhouse
Greenhouse experts at UK share passion + expertise with marginalized community
New funding allows UK horticulture experts to help prisoners “go green” with new farming knowledge and technical job skills.
November 21, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Two bourbon cocktails. 1 Manhattan and 1 Old Fashion.
Events
Raise a glass (and your spirits) for Lexington Bourbon Week
Enjoy the final days of Lexington Bourbon Week presented by E.J. Curley with cocktails from 20+ of Lexington’s best bars, restaurants, and distilleries.
November 13, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The outside of the Lyric Theatre at night.
History
The Lyric Theatre: Connecting past + present through art
The Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center
February 25, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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