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Lexington Provides Plenty of Golf Venues

A windswept touch of Ireland – in Kentucky? "When the wind picks up at Kearney Hils, a golfer might well imagine being at a links course in Ireland or Scotland," says Mike Fields, a PGA professional and director of golf with Lexington Parks and Recreation. “Lexington is blessed to have such a quality course at Kearney Hills, plus many more top venues.” These venues include The Gay Brewer, Jr. Course @ Picadome, a hidden gem on the edge of downtown and one of the... Read More »

Lexington's Kentucky Horse Park Is the Place to Get Close to Horses

Known as the Horse Capital of the World, it is no surprise Lexington also is home to the world's only park dedicated to man's relationship with the horse. “The Kentucky Horse Park (KHP) is a place in the heart of Kentucky's famous Bluegrass Region where people can visit and experience the magic of Kentucky's special connection to horses,” says Lisa Jackson, director of marketing for the park.   The 1,224-acre facility is home to approximately 50 breeds of horses, a 60,500-... Read More »
Lexington Legends at Whitaker Bank Ballpark in Lexington, KY

Whitaker Bank Ballpark in Lexington, KY

Whitaker Bank Ballpark Big L, a mustachioed baseball player, is the mascot of the Lexington Legends, Class A affiliate of the Houston Astros. They play their home games inside Whitaker Bank Ballpark in Lexington, KY, which blends classic baseball stadium design with Kentucky-inspired architecture and seats more than 6,000 people. There are 26 luxury suites, a reserved-seating picnic area, playground and a scoreboard that is the focal point of the stadium. The scoreboard is nearly 90 feet tall... Read More »