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BUSINESS
Commerce Lexington promotes new director of marketing
Commerce Lexington’s Katie Vandegrift was promoted to director of marketing and research for the economic development team. Vandegrift has served as administrative and marketing assistant since joining Commerce Lexington’s economic development division in late September 2019.
Openings
Leadership Lexington announces new class
The Leadership Lexington Steering Committee announced the new class of Leadership Lexington for 2020-21. The program provides people the opportunity to better understand our city and to prepare for the challenges it faces by meeting with and learning from today’s leaders.
Buff City Soap is opening a new soap makery in Lexington next to Bonefish Grille in Hamburg.
Buddy LaRosa celebrates 90!
LaRosa’s Family Pizzeria celebrated Founder Buddy LaRosa’s 90th birthday with the launch of LaRosa’s Family Foundation. The mission of the foundation is to fund programs and activities to help young people develop through life skill training, education, and athletics. Funding for the foundation was jump-started with a $90,000 contribution from the company in honor of Buddy.
El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant opened in the former Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe location in Hamburg.
Lexington Clinic celebrates 100
Funding for Saint Joseph
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation was one of three foundations awarded grant funding from Catholic Health Initiatives’ Mission and Ministry Fund to continue supporting underserved patients.
Salute to Small Business Luncheon
Salute to Small Business 2020 luncheon will celebrate virtually the week of Sept 21 through September 25.
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The next Commerce Lexington Inc. @330 Series presented will be held Tuesday, September 8, from 3:30 4:30 pm virtually. These are indeed unprecedented and challenging times around the world. As the saying goes, “the darker the night, the brighter the stars.” As companies restart their operations and/or rethink the way they do business and serve customers, finding the right employees may never be more important than it is right now. For most businesses, recruiting and training talent takes time and money, so it’s important to know what to look for when evaluating job candidates. During the next Commerce Lexington Inc. @330 Series event on Tuesday, September 8th, beginning at 3:30 p.m., Everett Bracken from VOLO, an executive recruiting company, will help you understand how to hire extraordinary employees during these extraordinary times. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Everett Bracken manages VOLO, an executive recruiting company, Earlier, Everett served in the U.S. Army and worked in marketing, strategy & sales roles at Kraft Foods, Miller Brewing, and Lexmark.
Buddy LaRosa and Gary Holland at Richmond Road LaRosa’s Grand Opening in May 2019.
Lexington Clinic celebrated its 100th anniversary in July. Construction continues on the new flagship facility set to open next year.
September at 330: Hiring Extraordinary Employees During Extraordinary Times
HomeWell Care Services of Lexington held their official grand opening in August for their location on N. Eagle Creek Drive. Tudor’s Biscuit World is soon opening its first Lexington location on East New Circle Road.
TO REGISTER: The @330 Series is open to Commerce Lexington Inc. members at no charge. Register online. ABOUT @330: These events provide a topical presentation that is relevant to the success of business owners and business professionals. They also allow members the opportunity to discuss ideas, share best practices, and work through challenges.
Closings
Adrenaline Entertainment announced via Facebook in August in a message from CEO Morgan Chapman that “Adrenaline Entertainment Center will be closed indefinitely. Despite the health of our company and the wonderful relationship we enjoy with our loyal customers, the COVID-19 shutdown and subsequent economic climate have made it impossible for us to keep our doors open.”
Waxing the City is opening its second Lexington location in Hamburg on Sir Barton Way.
Re-Openings
Regal Hamburg Pavilion has reopened.
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NEIGHBORHOOD
Eastside Branch to Reopen
Lexington Public Library announced the Hamburg branch will reopen at reduced capacity on Tuesday, September 8. Temporary hours will be Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm. Curbside service is still available at all library locations.
Lexington Public Library launches online learning tool
The Lexington Public Library has added Brainfuse to its vast array of online services. Brainfuse is an ondemand eLearning module that offers cardholders of all ages and levels free access to live, online tutoring, job help, and career and other skill building resources. The service is free with a Lexington Public Library card.
Voter Registration Deadline
The deadline for voting registration in Kentucky is October 5, 2020. This year, Kentuckians can vote by mail with an absentee ballot, early voting, or election day voting.
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2020 Men’s Club Champion
Congratulations to Jansen Preston, Greenbrier Golf & Country Club’s 2020 Men’s Club Champion.
11,000 Boxes of Girls Scout Cookies
Girl Scouts of Kentucky made a historic donation of over 8,000 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies to 49 local social service agencies throughout Central Kentucky. In addition, they contributed nearly 3,000 boxes of cookies to Kentucky senior living facilities as a result of its ‘Kentucky Girl Scouts Cookies for a Cause’ event in August.
A Message from Incoming 6th District Councilmember Lisa Higgins-Hord Dear Residents and Friends of the 6th District, I am excited to introduce myself as your newly appointed Councilmember! On August 11th I was honored to accept the Mayor’s appointment to serve as the 6th District Councilmember through the end of the year. I am both humbled and honored to accept this challenge and I look forward to diving into the many complex issues currently facing our City and District- from the ongoing response to COVID-19, looming budgetary shortfalls, and the safety of our neighborhoods and most vulnerable populations. In my role as the Assistant Vice President for Community Engagement at the University of Kentucky I develop, implement, and assess significant community based projects that create robust partnerships between the University community and local, state, and regional constituencies. I look forward to using my experience to represent and amplify the voices of 6th District citizens at City Hall. I believe our District is truly a reflection of our whole County. From the historic Joyland neighborhood with its scenic rural farmland, the
tried and true Northenders, our blue collar workers, the mixed use of the Hamburg area, families with small children, and the thriving Cadentown to name a few. I’m proud to follow former Councilwoman Angela Evans in this position. She has told me of her connections to the district’s neighborhood associations, the Youth Citizens Academy, Station Nation Trail, and Mary Todd Park Day, to name just a few. I plan to continue those partnerships, and to keep district residents up-to-date through my office staff and communications. I have retained the services of Deborah Slone, who will continue as my Legislative Aide. Deborah has 6+ years of experience with the Urban County Council and the 6th District Office, and she will help to ensure that my office will provide a smooth continuity of services to citizens. You may reach out to her dslone@lexingtonky.gov for assistance with any questions or concerns you may have. I look forward to learning more about one another in the coming months, and connecting with you through regular communications via my office newsletter and through updates on social media. My office will remain open to your feedback on
important issues. You can stay connected with me through my website at www.lexingtonky.gov/councildistrict-6 and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ HigginsHord6DistrictLex. I appreciate the opportunity to serve as your representative on Council and the work we will accomplish together. Warmest Wishes, Lisa
A Message from Outgoing 6th District Councilmember Angela Evans
I have exciting news to share with you. Serving as Councilmember for the 6th District over the past five years has been an amazing and humbling experience. As former Secretary of State Condolezza Rice said, “Public service truly is the greatest challenge and the greatest honor.” I ran for office because I wanted to be part of solutions that help make Lexington, my hometown, a better place to live, work and play — FOR EVERYONE. I strived to help connect constituents to government and empower citizens to create the community they want, in their own neighborhoods. I hope I have achieved that goal. Last summer, I was informed of an opportunity that could potentially take my life on a new path.
Since last Fall, I have been preparing for that opportunity to perhaps become a reality, but there was no guarantee. During the early days of the COVID pandemic, I was notified that this opportunity became an official offer and I had to decide what my future would look like for the next year. So I did. So, I announce with some sadness, but overwhelming excitement that I will be attending Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs to pursue my Masters Degree in Public Policy. It is the big issues in society that I have longed to work on…issues that have been brought to the forefront of public conversations because of the COVID pandemic…the deficiencies and racial disparities in our healthcare system, the importance of dispelling mental illness stigmas, and the racial and economic inequalities embedded in the judicial system, all require changes to our public policies. Effective policies that evolve with society are the tools government uses to address these problems, and bring transparency to government where needed. Learning about public policy from and with some of the brightest minds from across the world is an opportunity I couldn’t resist. I am extremely thankful for each one of you
who have been with me from the first day of my first campaign and those supporters, friends, encouragers and constituents I’ve gotten to know and work with over the last five years. It has been a pleasure to serve with Mayor Gorton, Mayor Gray, my colleagues on Council and the many wonderful and dedicated city government employees. It has been a privilege to serve the 6th District, working with you to ensure every opinion on the Liberty Road widening project was heard, developing relationships between neighborhoods and businesses with the first Mary Todd Park Day, reestablishing neighborhood associations and building upon existing ones, and forging relationships with students throughout the 6th District, as a guest speaker, host of the Youth Citizens Academy, or my personal favorite judge at the annual city science fair. The path my public service career will take is uncertain, but I am thrilled this next step is taking me to Princeton University. This isn’t goodbye, just an “I’ll miss you until we meet again.” Please continue to follow me on Facebook so you can join me on my journey through Princeton. I wish you all the peace, love and courage to find solutions and follow your own dreams! hamburgjournal.com | September 2020
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FAMILY
Brenda Cowan Elementary celebrated their one year anniversary of their ribbon cutting and opening in August.
Cabela’s awards Frederick Douglass Bass Fishing organization Adrenaline in Hamburg closed “indefinitely” Adrenaline Entertainment Center CEO Morgan Chapman announced in an August facebook message that the Hamburg location “will be closed
indefinitely,” and that “a manager will be in contact with customers needing refunds for birthdays and group events.”
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The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund awarded a $5,000 grant to support the Frederick Douglass Bass Fishing organization, a local nonprofit that provides informational opportunities regarding boating, safety and fishing to area
communities. The money will support the Fayette County Special Needs Fishing Expo where children with special needs will be presented opportunities to participate in outdoor activities.
Virtual Derby Bike Ride to benefit Brenda Cowan
When Fayette County Public Schools made their announcement that the Fall semester was going to be a virtual start, Base110 launched a new membership benefit that offers an educational hub in the same building as a workspace. Base110 Virtual theater school fall adapted their meeting and office schedule announced spaces into safe, socially-distanced Lexington Children’s Theatre spaces for kids to have their virtual announced a Virtual Fall Theatre School learning sessions. The membership with a range of classes available to take packages include a private office online for a variety of ages and skill levels. space for parents to work while their child is supported and supervised during the school day by staff and FCPS 2020-21 facilitators, as well as Base110 Instructional Calendar amenities and high speed internet. Parents will need to be on-site to Sep 7 Labor Day; schools/ participate in this program. offices closed Oct 1-2
Fall break
Nov 3
Election Day; schools/ offices closed
Nov 25
Closed for Thanksgiving break (thru Nov 27)
Dec 21
Winter break begins
Jan 4
Classes resume
Jan 18
Martin Luther King Jr. Day; schools/offices closed
Feb 15
Presidents Day; schools and offices closed
Mar 19
No classes for students; possible weather makeup day*
Mar 29
Spring break begins
April 5
Classes resume
May 13
Last day of school for students, pending weather make-up days
May 31
Memorial Day; schools/ offices closed
High school graduations are not set until the threat of bad weather has passed and all make-up days have been announced. Calendars will be updated after the commencements schedule is released. This calendar subject to change pending legislation and/or statute requirements.
Photo courtesy of Studio46 Media
Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with a Virtual Derby Bike Ride on Saturday, September 5 at 9 am. Walnut Hill Church will donate all of the funds raised by riders to Brenda Cowan School to supply students with digital books.
Base110 offers new learning environment for kids
Mayor Gorton visits JA BizTown
Mayor Gorton visited JA BizTown in August to video tape remarks for the new virtual JA BizTown Adventures program.
FCPS school-based health clinics modify schedules
Beginning on August 24, the clinics at Arlington, Booker T. Washington, and Mary Todd elementary schools will be closed for in-person services while FCPS is operating in NonTraditional Instruction or virtual learning.
Junior Achievement president retires
President Lynn Hudgins will retire from Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass on November 6, 2020. Hudgins has served as president of Junior Achievement since 1998. Hudgins spearheaded the completion of the JA BizTown facility, which opened in 2017. At JA Biztown students learn how businesses work through activities that reflect the operations of major storefront partners such as CHI Saint Joseph Health, Forcht Bank, Keeneland, and UK Healthcare.
Little Explorers
Raven Run’s Little Explorers program designed for K – 5th grade visitors who want to explore the park and get a chance to complete an art project is on Saturday, September 26 at 10 am. Parents or guardians are required to stay with young participants during the program, call ahead to register.
BGCF Awards Grants to Aid Virtual Learning
Blue Grass Community Foundation and its fundholders awarded $120,000 in grants to community organizations to facilitate the transition to virtual learning for educators and students. The MacAdam Early Childhood Education & Literacy Fund grants will allow the following organizations to provide virtual services and adjust to the challenges of the pandemic: • Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning • Child Care Council of Kentucky • Common Good Development Corporation • Community Action Council • Fayette County Public Schools (Specifically for First 5 Lex) • Foster Care Council of Lexington • Lexington Public Library Foundation • Mentors & Meals • The Nest - Center for Women, Children & Families • The Salvation Army (Specifically for the Early Learning Center) • Visually Impaired Preschool Services • YMCA of Central Kentucky (Specifically for Power Scholars Academy)
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HEALTH AND WELLNESS
New at Baptist Health
Robert Canina became the new system executive director of construction and energy services for Baptist Health in August. Canina will be responsible for standardization and consistency for Baptist Health construction projects, construction oversight and leadership for projects, as well as energy management and tracking of energy conservation measures.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners announces new vicepresident Dorothy Lockhart, MBA, MSN, RN, has been named the new vice president of CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners. Lockhart served as Market Director of Care Management for CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners from April 2015 to November 2019, when she was named interim vice president. Her appointment to fill the position permanently was effective July 26.
New cardiologist joins CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group Dr. Ali Elfandi recently joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Cardiology in Lexington as an interventional cardiologist.
New doctor joins CHI Saint Joseph
CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in Lexington has added Dr. Madeline K. Fisher, who specializes in internal medicine and pediatrics, to the team.
Saint Joseph East named a high performing hospital
Saint Joseph East has been recognized as High Performing Hospitals for 2020-21 by U.S. News & World Report. Saint Joseph East was recognized for two specialties: hip replacement and knee replacement.
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VIRTUAL RUNS There’s still time to run or walk at least one mile every day as part of Bluegrass Runners Dog Days of Summer Streaker Challenge which ends on Sunday, September 6. Run or walk anywhere in support of Sayre Christian Village’s Racing for Hope Virtual Race, which ends on Monday, September 7. Run Talon Winery’s virtual Cabernet Canter Cross Country 5k/10k and celebrate with a wine tasting through Monday, September 7. Participants receive a shirt, custom wine glass, and three wine tasting tickets to use at Talon Winery. Complete Christ The King’s OktoberDash Race, a 5k or 1/2 Marathon, in a day or over the course of a few days through Saturday, September 12. The 4th annual Great Pug Run 5K is a virtual event for 2020 so you can complete the 5K (3.1 miles) on your own until Saturday, September 19. Virtual Iron Horse Half Marathon & 12k is Sunday, September 20 at 7:15 am. Walk, hike or run the Morning Light Virtual 5K through Sunday, September 20. Susan G. Komen Kentucky is going virtual for this year’s annual Race for the Cure event on Saturday, October 3, for the entire state of Kentucky. A virtual kickoff will begin at 8:30 am and participants are encouraged to race at any time from 9 am until 7 pm at their own pace and in their own location.
Cookie Donation to Seniors
Girl Scouts of Kentucky donated nearly 3,000 boxes of cookies to Kentucky senior living facilities including Morning Pointe and Sayre Christian Village as a result of its ‘Kentucky Girl Scouts Cookies for a Cause’ event in August.
HomeWell Care Services Grand Opening
Morning Pointe Senior Living hosts Virtual 5K
The Morning Light Virtual 5K for Alzheimer’s presented by Morning Pointe of Lexington Senior Living ends on Sunday, September 20. Complete your 5K run, walk or hike anytime before then to earn a commemorative race T-shirt. Register by Wednesday, September 12 to guarantee your shirt size.
HomeWell Care Services of Lexington held their official grand opening in August. HomeWell Care Services is located on Eagle Creek. Welcome to the Neighborhood.
Bluegrass Cycling Club stopped by Liberty Ridge on their cycle parade to spread some joy amongst the residents.
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Sayre Christian hosts Anniversary Celebration
Sayre Christian Village hosted a special 63rd wedding anniversary lunch for their residents Mr. & Mrs. Hearn. “This is FANCY! It’s been awhile since we’ve done this.”
Minis on the Move at Liberty Ridge Senior Living
Central Kentucky Riding for Hope took their Mini’s on the Move program to Liberty Ridge Senior Living. Seniors were able to learn about the program and take pictures from a safe social distance.
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ALL events subject to change, always check with the venue.
Photo by Trevor Booker
The 146th running of the Kentucky Derby originally scheduled for May is rescheduled for Saturday, September 5, but with no audience in the stands.
Calendar
CALENDAR UPDATES The 10th Kentucky State BBQ Festival normally scheduled for September is canceled for 2020. Lexington Roots & Heritage Festival originally scheduled for September is postponed until September 10-12, 2021. The 2020 Festival of the Horse in Georgetown is canceled for Friday, September 11 through Sunday, September 13. Waveland Art Fair is canceled for Saturday, September 12 through Sunday, September 13.
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Festival Latino originally scheduled for Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19 downtown is canceled for 2020. Midway Fall Festival originally scheduled for Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20 is canceled for 2020. The 2020 Secretariat Festival is going virtual this year on October 10 and 11. Some fan forums will be offered through Zoom with limited capacity as an optional ticketed event. The Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown originally scheduled for Thursday, October 15 through Sunday, October 18 has gone virtual for 2020.
ALL events subject to change, always check with the venue.
Wednesday, September 9
Friday, September 18
Journey with Pretenders concert at Rupp Arena scheduled for Wednesday, September 9 at 7 pm has been canceled.
The Living Arts & Science Center is taking artwork submissions for its Annual Day of the Dead Exhibition. Entry deadline is Friday, September 18, 2020.
Friday, September 11 The 2020 Festival of the Horse in Georgetown is canceled for Friday, September 11 through Sunday, September 13.
Saturday, September 12 The third annual Nature Hop will consist of virtual and socially distant activities to participate in on your own schedule from Saturday, September 12 through Sunday, September 20.
Tuesday, September 1 Bluegrass Farmers’ Market is open on Tuesdays in the Liquor Barn parking lot in Hamburg.
Saturday, September 5 Cars and Coffee is scheduled at Regal Cinemas’ parking lot on Saturday, September 5 from 9 am until 11 am.
Sunday, September 13 Lexington Public Library hosts Books and Brews Book Club at 7 pm. Grab a drink and drop in for an online book discussion about “Little Fires Everywhere” by Celeste Ng. Join via WebEx: https://lexpublib.webex.com/meet/onlinebookclub
Saturday, September 19 Midway Fall Festival scheduled for Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20 is canceled for 2020. Paxton Home is hosting a September Furniture Warehouse Event on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20.
Friday, September 25 The Lexington Paranormal Research Society ghost hunt at Waveland Historic Site will begin on Friday, September 25 at 8 pm.
Sunday, September 27 Jacobson Boat Dock closes for the season on Sunday, September 27 at 5 pm.
It’s almost time for the 4th installment of the Annual Bikers Against Bullies Memorial Run! Stop by Man O’War Harley-Davidson of Lexington on Saturday, September 5 at 11 am for a professionally organized ride.
Sunday, September 6 Proud Mary BBQ hosts their largest event of the year, Margaritas on the River, on Sunday, September 6 at 5 pm.
Monday, September 7 LABOR DAY
Tuesday, September 8 My Favorite Things (located in Hamburg behind Forcht Bank) hosts a Labor Day Sale starting Tuesday, September 8 and running through Saturday, September 12. Lexington Public Library reopens its Eastside and Tates Creek branches on Tuesday, September 8. Commerce Lexington Inc. @330 Series will be held Tuesday, September 8, from 3:30 - 4:30 pm virtually. hamburgjournal.com | September 2020
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FOOD
It’s Still Bourbon Month Celebrate with bourbon sorghum chicken BY TOM YATES
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s a kid, I believed that if I could swing high enough to fly over the swing set my world would turn upside down and inside out. My private little Wonderland. Now, as an adult, the world is upside down and inside out. No swings attached. These days, it seems that most everything has been shuffled around, rescheduled, rearranged, postponed, canceled, or virtualized. Even the 146th running of the Kentucky Derby has been moved from the first Saturday in May until the first Saturday in September, landing it right in the middle of National Bourbon Heritage Month. Bourbon and horse racing. A winning ticket. Win. Place. Show. But, the annual Kentucky Bourbon Festival, which draws tens of thousands of people to the Bluegrass in September to celebrate all things bourbon, has been postponed and rescheduled as a virtual affair until October. Thinking back on my stints teaching the Culinary Arts: Bourbon Style Cooking School for hundreds of bourbonites at the Bourbon Festival, and remembering all the things that could and did go wrong during those live cooking demos, the thought of a virtual reality show now sounds somewhat appealing, but not as much fun. Take 1. Take 2. Cut. Edit. Silence. Repeat. As things get rearranged and the seasons change, bourbon remains constant. Whether you sip it, shoot it, mix it, or cook with it, bourbon is always in season.
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Bourbon-Sorghum Glazed Chicken
Make it shine. Oberholzter sorghum, deep and rich, is like silken golden honey. After sautéing 2 minced shallots in 1 tablespoon olive oil until translucent, I hit the pan with 1/2 cup Bookers Bourbon, ignited it, and let it reduce before adding 1 cup Oberholzter sorghum, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard. I brought the glaze to a boil, reduced it to simmer, and let it bubble away until it mellowed out into a smooth glaze, (about 20 minutes) and set it aside. Stick it. I’m on team skewer. Not only are skewers inherently more fun, they provide a safer option for small gatherings celebrating the Derby and National Bourbon Heritage month. After slicing 2 pounds Garry Farm boneless chicken into manageable 1 1/2” pieces, I threaded the chicken onto pre-soaked bamboo skewers along with with Casey County red and green bell peppers sliced into wedges, peeled and quartered Stonehedge Farm purple onions, 2 sliced Madison County yellow squash, and 2 sliced and halved Woodford County Zucchini. I drizzled the skewers with olive oil and seasoned them with smoked paprika, salt, cracked black pepper, and garlic powder before setting them aside to marinate. Fire. With everything on deck, I slapped the skewers onto a grill over hot coals and grilled the chicken for 10-12 minutes, turning them from to time and liberally brushing them with the glaze after each turn. When they were cooked through and slightly charred, I pulled them from the grill to
rest and grilled 3 halved Stonehedge Farm purple onions cut side down. When the onions softened and caramelized, I carefully scooped out the inner layers to serve on the side, filled the grilled onions with heaping spoonfuls of succotash, and nestled them alongside the sorghum-bourbon glazed chicken before finishing with snipped garden chives and fresh basil. While the bourbon added subtle smoky oak undertones to the sticky glaze, the vinegar-spiked sorghum provided mellow sweet acidity as it napped the tender chicken. Spilling from the soft caramelized onions, the lightly creamed succotash countered the charred crunch of the grilled vegetables and the smoky sweetness of the bourbon glazed chicken. Bourbon Season. Never postponed.
Lexington Humane Society launches Lucky Dog Raffle
The Lexington Humane Society launched an online raffle to help raise the money they lost in 2020 event revenue due to COVID-19. Summer months are usually more difficult for LHS as they see the highest number of animals in their care, and the ongoing pandemic hasn’t helped. Tickets for Lucky Dog Raggle are only $5 and all proceeds benefit the animals. The prizes are $1,000 and possibly three free months of MetroNet’s fiber-optic internet. Fundraisers like these help bring in funds to assist LHS in caring for their animals.Online registration ends on Thursday, September 24 at 5 pm. A random drawing will be held the following day, September 25 at noon.
LHS Critter Camp goes virtual
Lexington Humane Society launched a virtual version of their Critter Camp, which gives children the opportunity to virtually meet animals; watch fun videos to learn about pet care, animal safety, and more; and help animals find forever homes through art, crafts, and projects. There are no specific dates for camp, it begins when you receive your 5-day camp kit.
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Since Lexington aquatic centers did not reopen for summer 2020 because of COVID-19, the annual Doggie Paddle at Woodland Park originally scheduled for September 12 was canceled.
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HOME AND GARDEN
Grand Tour
BIA’s Grand Tour of Homes included a wide variety of Hamburg homes earlier this summer, including the St. Jude Dream Home.
PHOTOS BY PAUL MARTIN
Hamburg Dream Home Winner
Barbara Greenlee of Lexington, KY won the 2020 Lexington St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway house. It
has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, approximately 2,400 square feet, and an estimated value of $400,000. The house is located at 3580 Stolen Horse Trace in the HomePlace neighborhood.
Seal It Once...
FOREVER!
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Plan ahead for Lexington’s paper shed
Labor Day Trash Collection
Lexington Waste Management will adjust its regular waste collection window on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. The make-up day is Wednesday, September 9.
BIA’s school is in session
The BIA’s trade school, The Building Institute, is prepared to welcome students back in September for electrical, plumbing, hvac and carpentry trade instruction.
Tour of Remodeled Homes
The 2020 Tour of Remodeled Homes is going virtual this year on October 9 through October 18, 2020.
The City of Lexington will host free paper shred and household hazardous waste events in October. Those participating in the events are asked to have acceptable materials loaded in your vehicle’s trunk, contained in boxes or bags you do not need back. You will be asked to pop the trunk so those staffing the event can unload materials for you. Please remain in your vehicle at all times with your windows rolled up. The Paper Shred will be held on Saturday, October 3 at 1631 Old Frankfort Pike from 9 am until 2 pm. Fayette County residents may bring up to five boxes or bags of material to be shredded at no cost. The Household Hazardous Waste event will be held on Saturday, October 24 at 1631 Old Frankfort Pike from 8:30 am until 3 pm.
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REAL ESTATE
PROPERTIES RECENTLY SOLD IN LEXINGTON Sold in 40502
Sold in 40509
862 MCMEEKIN PL........................................$1,260,000
2412 WALNUT GROVE LN..............................$1,060,000
325 ANDOVER DR..........................................$1,000,000
3417 BRIERCROFT WAY...................................$777,000
2108 BRIDGEPORT DR.....................................$900,000
1640 VILLA MEDICI PASS..................................$763,025
1310 FINCASTLE RD.........................................$729,000
1692 VILLA MEDICI PASS..................................$663,150
951 COOPER DR...............................................$660,000
3211 BRIGHTON PLACE DR..............................$635,000
125 ROMANY RD...............................................$650,000
3833 STILL MEADOW LN..................................$625,000
1827 ST IVES CIR..............................................$650,000
2504 PASCOLI PL..............................................$615,000
632 RAINTREE RD............................................$591,000
3677 HORSEMINT TRL.....................................$580,000
316 MCDOWELL RD..........................................$562,500
1657 VILLA MEDICI PASS..................................$579,900
Sold in 40505
1955 COVINGTON PT.......................................$420,000
2625 LUCCA PL.................................................$550,000 3420 COUNTRY CLUB DR.................................$529,000
1912 GENERAL WARFIELD WAY.......................$789,000
745 LOCHMERE PL...........................................$525,000
1956 GENERAL WARFIELD WAY.......................$565,000
1757 BAHAMA RD.............................................$507,000
806 MAPLE AVE................................................$315,000
2409 SAN MILANO PL.......................................$490,000
810 MAPLE AVE................................................$315,000
3289 TRANQUILITY PT.....................................$485,000
444 MORGAN AVE.............................................$315,000
3232 BRIGHTON PLACE DR..............................$470,000
1818 BARWICK DR............................................$310,000
3313 BRIGHTON PLACE DR..............................$465,000
1886 GAYLE DR.................................................$250,000
380 HAYS BLVD.................................................$450,000
529 DOVER RD..................................................$239,900
687 MINT HILL LN............................................$429,000
1004 CHETFORD DR.........................................$410,000 2605 RED LEAF DR...........................................$405,000 1128 GRIMBALL TRCE......................................$394,500 4709 FOXGLOVE PT..........................................$387,000 600 VERBENA CV..............................................$385,000 281 JANE BRIGGS AVE.....................................$379,500 1025 SQUIRREL NEST LN.................................$375,000 3506 TRANQUILITY PT.....................................$375,000 1107 TWILIGHT SHADOW DR...........................$364,400 3712 MIRA VISTA CIR........................................$363,000 1936 TIDEWATER FLT.......................................$353,000 4785 WILLMAN WAY.........................................$352,500 273 RICHARDSON PL.......................................$351,000 4529 WALNUT CREEK DR.................................$345,000 3577 STOLEN HORSE TRCE.............................$343,585 2736 RED LEAF DR...........................................$341,000 3113 CAVERSHAM PARK LN.............................$340,000 1767 HEMP HILL DR.........................................$336,152 3326 LAWSON LN.............................................$334,900
Neighborhood property sales info source: Fayette County Property Valuation office (www.fayettepva.com)
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