08.12.2026

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Transit

Roads roundup

A new four-way stop at Southport and Rosemont marks the end of construction. | Photo by Josh Boldt

The rules of the road have shifted in a few spots around town due to ongoing or just-completed projects. We thought we'd give you an, ahem, road map of some biggies:

🛑 Cherrybark Drive off Rosemont Garden is scheduled to reopen by Saturday, Aug. 22 after an extended closure for major utility work. A four-way stop has also been added at Southport and Rosemont, near the Good Foods Co-op.

🚦 A busy intersection on Versailles has a new traffic light at the left turn onto the outer loop of New Circle Road, courtesy of the state Transportation Cabinet. It's flashing yellow this week, but will be fully operational on Monday, Aug. 17.

🚙 The new roundabout at Wilson Downing is open.

🚧 Fontaine Road... Before you ask, we feel your pain. Kentucky American Water officials have said they will keep the neighborhood informed of progress on this major utility project via door knockers and direct communication. Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton has asked for a public meeting.

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News Notes

Eat

Mileta + Woodford Reserve are collaborating for dinner in the restaurant's Rose Room at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13 with a five-course tasting menu by chef Alex Green and a guided tasting by master distiller Elizabeth McCall. A portion of each $280 ticket will benefit Golisano Children's Hospital.

Cause

Another dream team-up just dropped. Crank + Boom will take over DV8 Kitchen on East Third Street from 3-8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13. Delectably decadent combos of baked goods + ice cream will raise money for DV8's employee success training program. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

Announced

Keeneland has released the catalog for the upcoming 12-session September Yearling Sale, running from Monday, Sept. 14 through Saturday, Sept. 26. Last year's sale was the highest grossing thoroughbred sale in history, with $531.7 million in sales for 3,078 horses. This year may top it. Ka-ching.

Development

Florida-based Hillpointe broke ground on an apartment complex in Lexington and another in Nicholasville this week. Together, they will add 868 housing units with a projected ballpark rent around $1,675. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

Sports

Ready for more soccer? The Lexington Sporting Club's women begin defending their championship title with a home season opener this Saturday, Aug. 15. Kids 12 and under get in free. The match also airs live at 7 p.m. on Peacock.

Edu

Most Fayette County public school kids are back in session today. Be aware a new state law requires motorists traveling in either direction to stop when a school bus arm is extended. The only exceptions are when a concrete wall or grass median separates the vehicle from the bus. (WKYT)

Civic

The Fayette County Clerk's office is seeking volunteers to sign up as poll workers. (WKYT)

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Film

Good music

A feature documentary about the Laurel Cove Music Festival filmed and produced this year drew on many locals for its crew. | Courtesy of Mesmeric Media.

Railbird may be the biggest name in music festivals around town, but Laurel Cove Music Festival in Pineville is where the city's music insiders head after the hordes depart. A new documentary, "Where the Mountains Sing," from director Michael Holstein goes deep on the 1400-seat festival and the region's culture.

The film's crew also drew from our growing film community here. Now the team behind the doc is holding a charity auction to benefit Americans Helping Americans and Mountain Ways. Several items caught our eye:

Date night at The Burl
A ginseng hunt with viral "America's Got Talent" performer Bill Taylor
A fiddle lesson from Lexington's own Ella Webster
A ticket package to next year's festival.

Bids close Aug. 31 at 10 p.m.

We can't wait to see the movie — a premiere and Q&A screening events, including in Lexington, will be announced in coming months + the film will hit streaming in January.

The Buy

The Buy Editor Emily here. For me, August is all about soaking up every last bit of summer while getting a head start on fall. My wishlist is a little all over the place, with a mix of end-of-summer upgrades and "let's get ready for cooler weather" finds. These are the items at the top of my list this month:

👖 A pair of wide-leg palazzo pants — light enough for summer, but perfect for the transition into fall.
👚 Another great summer-to-fall transition piece: this sleeveless sweater vest with a chic scalloped hem.
🌱 These best-selling cooling face masks to rehydrate and soothe my sun-exposed skin.
👜 A classic Kate Spade carryall bag — currently 63% off — that's destined to become my go-to once my coastal-chic summer bag goes into hibernation.
🍨 A mini ice cream maker so that the taste of summer never ends.

Plus, a No. 1 best-selling lightweight cardigan

The Wrap

Speaking of music, I'd be remiss not to put a hot show this Friday, Aug. 14 on your radar. The Green Lantern plays host to The Magpies' "The First Waltz" release show. Among the announced musical guests are Scott T. Smith, Abby Hamilton, Ella Webster, and Charlie Overman. Five bucks gets you in + the first drink is on the band.

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