These articles share a focus on significant moments and individuals in Lexington, Kentucky, highlighting the city's long and varied history over its 250 years. They depict the evolution of Lexington ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It has been more than 200 years since Kentucky was admitted as the 15th state in a union that would later make up the United States. Kentucky is celebrating its 233rd birthday on ...

Editor’s Note: As Lexington celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding, the Herald-Leader and kentucky.com throughout 2025 will share interesting facts about our hometown. Compiled by Liz Carey, ...