Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Lexington roadwork to affect travel: Part of Cherrybark Drive closes today between Southland Drive and Rosemont Garden for sanitary sewer work tied to a federal consent decree, with closure expected to last until late summer -- get closure details and timeline.

Creative voices in elections: Kentucky’s I Voted sticker contest is open now for K-12 students statewide, including here in Lexington, with designs due May 29 and finalists voted on at the Kentucky State Fair -- see how to enter.

Community responds to families' needs: Lexington officials added accessible features at Berry Hill Park, including a merry-go-round, a swing with a buckle, and a communication board, after Councilmember Amy Beasley pushed the over $50,000 project -- read the full story.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Breezy links vibes: Pete and P.B. Dye’s Kearney Hill Golf Links pairs rolling fairways with deep bunkers and a steady breeze that turns pars into small victories. An open layout rewards bold lines and tidy wedges, perfect for a friendly match with the neighbor who swears they don't keep score.

Climb your stress away: LEF Climbing is the move this week if you want to turn midweek blahs into a fun forearm pump. Reserve a day pass online, try a class from Climbing 101 to Learn to Lead, or sign the kiddos up for youth programs, plus yoga for balance, a solid reset for Lexington brains and bodies.

Rep the Bluegrass: Craving a fresh tee that actually gets worn? The Kentucky Shop turns out soft, Kentucky-inspired tees, hats, and giftable bits that don’t end up in the back of the closet. Grab something this week for Derby parties, backyard hangs, or that never ending bourbon pilgrimage.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🍽 Dine Out for Charity @ Sedona Taphouse | Monday (4/27) at 11:00 AM – Make Monday count. Swing in for lunch or dinner, score a half-price flat iron steak, grilled chicken, or salmon, and they will donate a buck to The Nest, the local pros keeping families steady through crisis. Dine in, grab a beverage, one per person, halo included.

💃 Shimmy & Shine Annual Fundraiser 2026 @ Arabesque World Dance | Monday (4/27) at 7:00 PM – Trade the treadmill for a shimmy, and learn belly dance while raising money for The Nest. Two choreos, all levels, with a chance to strut at the Pam Miller Black Box, then cap it on World Belly Dance Day with workshops, lunch, and zero judgment.

🌕 Melt: Full Moon Somatic Sound & Meditation Experience @ Lexington Salt Cave | Thursday (4/30) at 6:30 PM – Think your nervous system could use a spring cleaning? Slip into the cave for a full-moon mix of gentle movement, live music, guided meditation, and halotherapy with Colleen Potter, then glide out restored, a little salty, and blissfully reset for the Spring Equinox.

✍ Deep Belly of the Earth: Author Talk & Signing @ Joseph-Beth Booksellers | Thursday (4/30) at 7:00 PM – Pop into Joseph-Beth for an evening with Stephanie Whetstone, who will chat about Deep Belly of the Earth and sign your inevitably new favorite paperback. Think smart conversation, bookstore ambiance, and the satisfying scratch of a fresh signature. Your TBR pile will cope, probably.

🐦 Bird Walk @ Lexington Cemetery | Saturday (5/2) at 8:00 AM – Think you know your warblers, orioles, and tanagers? Join CKAS for a slow, 1.5-mile stroll through Lexington Cemetery, because the birds like quiet neighbors; meet at Henry Clay, borrow binoculars if needed, keep tires off the grass, and yes, the Gatehouse has restrooms.

🛍 Derby Spring Vendor Market @ Hamburg Pavilion | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Hamburg Pavilion turns into a spring market wonderland, with local makers, boutique finds, home decor, and snacks you absolutely didn’t plan to eat. Free entry, dangerously easy to buy, ideal for Derby season people watching, and a family friendly way to support small businesses.

🏇 Derby Day @ Red Mile Gaming & Racing | Saturday (5/2) at 10:30 AM – Derby Day at Red Mile means one thing, we’re posted up in the Upper Clubhouse with buffet, free program, and TVs everywhere so no one squints. Tellers handle the bets, the cash bar the nerves. Tickets are by table only, so bring your crew.

Minutes from the Kentucky Horse Park with prized Elkhorn Green frontage, this proven equestrian compound pairs scale with smart infrastructure. Two 150' x 250' ebb and flow arenas anchor the grounds, supported by 6 barns with 78 stalls. A gracious main residence complements manager and employee housing. The operation is dialed for performance and generates tremendous revenue.