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BUSINESS

YEAR IN REVIEW What happened in Hamburg in 2020?

BUSINESS

Adrenaline closed, Back Yard Burgers turned into BurgerFi, Cheddar’s sustained fire damage, and Five Below moved into Dress Barn.

Bob’s Discount Furniture is moving into the former Babies R Us location, which closed in 2018.

Next door, Regal Hamburg suspended operations indefinitely in October.

Joella’s Hot Chicken Bank of America moved into the former site of Saul Good in Hamburg.

Blaze Pizza on Sir Barton closed in March, which made room for Lexington’s second Joella’s Hot Chicken. Scan above for video.

The Chop House closed on Richmond Road in November.

El Patio opened in the former Life Brewpub location on Richmond Road.

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El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant opened in the former Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe.

Feeders Supply has relocated to its new, larger home across Richmond Road. The new location is near Kroger.

one of the last large, in-person events for the majority of the year.

Former Frederick Douglass student, Drew Rodriguez, received the 2020 Leadership Lexington Youth Distinguished Leader Award for organizing a city wide dining event to raise money for the Markey Cancer Foundation. Timing couldn’t have been more perfect as restaurants closed to in-person dining only two months later.

Drew Rodriguez

A Home2 Suites by Hilton was built between Double Dogs and Tire Discounters.

A new Starbucks opened on the corner of Man O’War and Polo Club Blvd, in front of Kentucky Bank.

The new location marked the seventh Starbucks within a five mile radius in the Hamburg area, which sparked our interest in a quest to create a Suburban Starbucks Trail. Scan QR code for video.

Now a student at UK, Rodriguez shares, “If you value your business and the future of your business, you need to look into education and investing in education. And that’s what happens at Douglass with the academy model.”

In September, Commerce Lexington took their Salute to Small Business Luncheon virtual to announce the 2020 Small Business of the Year, Churchill McGee.

Stein Mart closed on New Circle Road and Pier 1 Imports relaunched as an online-only store.

On Richmond Road, Studio 23 Fitness opened and Khazai Rugs closed.

BIZ CALENDAR DEC 4

Commerce Lexington’s Public Policy Over Lunch Series with special guest Kentucky Transportation Secretary Jim Gray, virtual, 12-1:30 pm

DEC 9

UK’s Professional MBA Virtual Open House, 5:30-7 pm

Waxing the City opened a second Lexington location, while Jos. A. Bank closed all of its locations, including the one in the Hamburg Pavilion.

COMMUNITY

Commerce Lexington Inc. hosted their annual dinner, which celebrates economic development, volunteerism, and community in January.

Unbeknown to most that it would be

All events are subject to change in accordance with evolving community guidelines; confirm programming with each individual venue.

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NEIGHBORHOOD

Share the Love

The annual Share the Love Event has begun at Quantrell Subaru. Help fill their donation box with items for The Nest through January 4.

Camp Kesem and Kelle

Three years ago, our longtime HJ designer, Kellee Edwards, lost her battle with cancer. Camp Kesem, which supports children impacted by a parent’s cancer diagnosis, was a cause very dear to her heart. We encourage holiday donations in her memory.

(Kellee was photographed here with daughter Kate in 2017.)

“Food for Fines”

LEXPARK is hosting their “Food for Fines” canned food drive in partnership with God’s Pantry Food Bank through Friday, December 18.

Bring in 10 cans of food to receive $15 off any LEXPARK or Lexington Police issued parking citation.

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Post Office Holiday Schedule

Christmas is approaching. The U.S. Postal Service has released a shipment deadline to make sure all of your gifts make it on time. Below are recommended send-by dates for expected delivery before Christmas Day on December 25 (excluding Alaska & Hawaii).

Dec. 15, USPS Retail Ground Service Dec. 18, First-Class Mail Service Dec. 19, Priority Mail Service Dec. 23, Priority Mail Express Service

Neighborhood Year in Review

In July, Hamburg’s councilmember Angela Evans resigned her 6th District Council seat for a new opportunity to attend graduate school at Princeton.

Soon after in August, Mayor Gorton appointed Lisa Higgins-Hord to fill the remainder of Evans’ term.

In early 2021, the 6th District will welcome a new councilmember, David Kloiber. Kloiber ran unopposed for the seat. The next City Council will be sworn-in in early 2021.

The Year in Food: Highlights

Seeing double? Texas Roadhouse began and completed construction on its new location on Richmond Road in the former Walmart parking lot. The restaurant left its original home near Kroger on Richmond Road to relocate across the street in a newly built, larger location.

Morning commutes to work were altered when Tudor’s Biscuit World opened in the neighborhood near the Winchester Road corridor.

Sweet Creations Bakery, located on Palumbo Drive, specializes in fondant and buttercream cakes, madeto-order donuts, pastries, cookies and more. The bakery originally opened

in May, but closed their doors until mid July. With a canceled grand opening, their hope is to host a grand re-opening celebration once it’s safe to do so.

Construction, Trail, and Water Projects for 2020 A new Baptist Health Lexington medical facility is moving into the neighborhood near Costco on Polo Club Blvd. The construction sign was unveiled in November.

Work began on the Brighton Rail Trail Bridge. The 280-foot bridge will connect rail trails East and West of Man O’ War Blvd. Once the bridge is complete, the trail will stretch 4.5 miles, traveling through Liberty Park and Hamburg neighborhoods. “We’ve

been looking forward to this day since 2009, when we started working on this funding. This bridge makes important connections to trails and neighborhoods,” Mayor Linda Gorton said.

Kentucky American Water began a water main improvement project on Winchester Road between Hume Road and Man O War Boulevard. The project, which will total approximately $1.1 million in investment, involves upgrading to a larger one-and-a-half miles of water main installed in the 1950s. hamburgjournal.com | December 2020

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HOLIDAY

Holiday Happenings

All events are subject to change in accordance with evolving community guidelines; confirm programming with each individual venue.

NOW THROUGH DECEMBER Every Saturday in December until Christmas, Shaker Village hosts Illuminated Evenings with twinkling lights, holiday music, and an appearance by Mrs. Claus. December 5, 12, and 19 feature different performers, programs and tours.

Mt.McKinley Lights is a computer controlled animated light display synchronized to holiday tunes operating nightly from 5 pm to 11 pm through New Year’s Eve.

Take a safe, free photo with Santa at Cabela’s in Hamburg through December 24.

Visit Santa at Fayette Mall through Thursday, December 24.

Free pet pictures with Santa at Southern Barker on Sundays throughout December at 1 pm. Be sure to bring a camera!

Drive through the Kentucky Horse Park and experience the Southern Lights until December 31.

Tuesday, December 1

Saturday, December 5

Christmas Tea is happening at Waveland State Historic Site on Tuesday, December 1 at 2 pm.

Waveland hosts Christmas Tea through Saturday, December 19.

Lexington Theatre Company & Ouita Michel present Behind the Curtain: White Christmas, happening virtually on Saturday, December 5.

Friday, December 4 Aviation Museum of Kentucky serves as an official drop-off site for the 2020 Toys for Tots campaign. A new unwrapped toy will earn free admission to the museum through December 4, 2020.

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday at Blue Grass Airport.

Sunday, December 6 Hamburg Pavilion hosts a Toy Drive to benefit the families at GreenHouse 17 on Sunday, December 6, 13 and 20 from 1 pm until 3:30 pm. Toy Drive is located at Hamburg Pavilion’s Gazebo (between Ted’s Montana Grill and Victoria’s Secret).

Monday, December 7 Lexington Senior Center celebrates the holiday season with a Cruise & Schmooze on Friday, December 4 at 11 am.

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Thursday, December 10 Richmond Place Senior Living hosts a Christmas Candy Drive-thru on Thursday, December 10 from 4 pm to 6 pm. Call 859-300-9343 to RSVP.

Friday, December 11 The Nest in Lexington hosts its annual Reindeer Express toy drive in

December. Volunteers can sign up to pre-make gift bags to hand out during a drive-thru pick up event on Friday, December 11.

Saturday, December 12 BIA’s annual Operation Military Cheer toy drive is collecting toys and monetary donations until Saturday, December 12. Drop off unwrapped

2019 Operation Military Cheer

donations (toys, clothing) at the BIA office on Custer Drive.

The YMCA’s annual Reindeer Ramble, originally scheduled for Saturday, December 12 at Keeneland, is postponed until 2021.

Wednesday, December 16 The Lantern at Morning Pointe hosts a drive-thru Festival of Trees Holiday Extravaganza on Wednesday, December 16 at 5 pm.

Friday, December 18

Saturday, December 19 Mrs. Claus and her elves are stopping by Waveland Historic Site for a special Christmas tea on Saturday, December 19 at 11 am.

Sunday, December 20 “A Christmas Carol” is at Waveland State Historic Site on Sunday, December 20 at 5:30 pm, 7:00 pm, 8:30 pm.

Friday, December 25 MERRY CHRISTMAS

Trans-Siberian Orchestra streams ‘Christmas Eve and Other Stories’ during a livestream event on Friday, December 18 at 8 pm.

RECYCLE RIGHT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! Recycling is local. A recycle symbol does not mean the item goes in your mixed recycling cart. Unwanted items can damage equipment at the Recycle Center and put employees at risk.

Here’s a holiday waste guide to help you stay on the nice list this season!

BLUE RECYCLING CART + Paper towel, toilet paper and wrapping paper tubes + Cereal, gift and shoe boxes + Dry shipping boxes + Aluminum cans + Glass bottles and jars + Tin cans + Plastic bottles and jugs with a screwtop neck

GREEN TRASH CART + Wrapping and tissue paper + Paper towels and napkins + Gift bags (Reuse if possible!) + Molded plastic packaging + Broken toys + Paper and plastic disposable plates + Plastic and Styrofoam cups + Waxy drink cartons + Soda and frozen food boxes

OTHER DISPOSAL OPTIONS (NOT IN THE BLUE CART) + String lights and small electronics (Electronic Recycle Center or drop-off site) + Paper holiday cards, not photo or singing (yellow paper dumpsters) + Natural trees (curbside collection Jan 4-29 for those with city service, on your regular collection day) + Natural wreaths and garland with all wires and decorations removed (grey yard cart)

For more information on holiday disposal options, including location details for electronic recycling and yellow paper dumpsters, visit LexingtonKY.gov/LiveGreen.

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Christmas Past.

Christmas Present.

BY TOM YATES

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o doubt, it’s been a heck of a year. After months of masking up, being apart, and staying socially distant, we’ve missed birthdays, anniversaries, funerals, weddings, holidays, and much much more. And now, it’s coming on Christmas. Different and distant.

In our new normal, Christmas won’t be like Christmases past. Even so, we can wear those past memories like warm tattered sweaters, live in the present, and look to the future.

As we navigate change during the holiday season, embrace joy and hope.

Hold onto the good things. Hold fast to small indulgences. Go ahead, pull out the good china, polish some silver, glaze a fatty ham, roast a Christmas goose, or simply order take out.

Whatever it takes, indulge just a little, and embrace Christmas present.

Around here, we’ll be scaling back and dialing things down. Simple is good. We have time.

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good Christmas ham starts with a great ham. Browning’s Country Ham, from Dry Ridge, cures and ages their hams for 12 months. Both mild and robust, it’s one of the go-to hams around these parts.

Although I was forewarned to expect mold, it got the best of me.

When I ripped open the butcher paper surrounding the ham, plumes of greenashen powdered mold exploded from the package. Caught by the rays of the morning sun, the dust cloud dangled in the light for what seemed like an eternity. After a quick wipe down and clean up, I scrubbed the ham under warm water with a sturdy brush to remove the mold. Luckily, I had an enormous canning pot large enough to accommodate the ham. After plopping it into the pot, I filled it with enough water to cover the ham, maneuvered the lid over the protruding bone (most folks remove the hock), and scooted the ham into a corner of the kitchen to soak for two days, changing the water every 12 hours.

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On the third day, I drained off the water and lifted the pot containing the plumped ham onto the stove top.

After filling it with cold water, I topped it off with 6 bottles of Ale-8-One soda and a cup of pure maple syrup before cranking the heat to high. When the sweet gingery water came to a boil, I reduced it to a gentle simmer, covered the pot, and let it rip for 5 1/2 hours, about 25 minutes per pound.

When the internal temperature reached 160 degrees, I carefully removed the pot from the heat before wrapping the entire pot with several old quilts to let the ham slowly steep in its own juices overnight. Yep. Overnight. Pig in a blanket.

The next morning, I carefully removed the ham to a roasting pan and discarded the cooking liquid along a fence row in our backyard. Still hot from the quilted insulation, I removed the skin from the ham and trimmed some off some of the fat.

I lightly scored the soft fat cap on top of the ham, splashed the meat with bourbon, slathered the entire surface with good dijon mustard, and encrusted it with a thin layer of light brown sugar before sliding it into a preheated 400 degree oven.

When the brown sugar dissolved into the mustard and started to caramelize, I pulled the ham from the over to rest. At that stage, it could have been wrapped and chilled.

Didn’t happen. After letting it rest for 30 minutes, I transferred the ham to a serving platter, scattered a few quartered Red Bartlett pears to the side, and finished with fresh lovage from my garden.

SPONSORED FEATURE

Some Like it Hot

Joella’s Hot Chicken is Hamburg’s newest Hot Spot

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he largest hot chicken restaurant brand in the United States has opened its 18th location in the Hamburg area of Lexington.

Joella’s Hot Chicken isn’t new to Lexington’s food scene. The first Lexington location opened on Cochran Road in Chevy Chase about five years ago. It was the second ever location, following the flagship store in Louisville.

General Manager Joshua Tudor is transferring from the Cochran Road location to take on the challenge of opening a new store in a familiar market. Originally from Lexington, Tudor is most excited to spread the gospel of hot chicken.

Expanding in Lexington was always on Joella’s radar, it was just a matter of finding the right time and place. The new Joella’s has found a home in the former Blaze Pizza. The roughly 2,000 square foot restaurant features patio seating and an interior mural.

For most of 2020, Joella’s focused on spreading their wings (so to speak) in familiar markets.

“Expanding in our current markets is really fun because we already

have people there who know us.

From the get-go you already have this passion and fan base built in. That’s fun and special for us to see,” says Katie Wollrich, chief marketing officer of Joella’s.

With pre-covid plans altered due to the pandemic, Joshua Tudor progress was paused General Manager on the location for much of 2020. Joella’s pivoted, like many businesses did, with adjusted store hours, streamlined menu items, and discounted and donated meals. Most notably, the brand introduced limited time menu customers to try Joella’s six different offerings that have turned into heat levels in one meal. permanent menu items.

Wollrich tells us the number The “Family Pack” gives families one question new customers have a creative way to switch up their is what level of heat they should dinner routine. “We found that order for their hot chicken. Joella’s when we offered something a little offers six unique heat levels — from different during the pandemic, Southern with no heat; Spiked our loyal fans were eager to try Honey with some twang; Ella’s Fav; something new and break out of Tweener; Hot; and Fire-in Da-Hole, the routine they’ve been in,” says which is said to be worthy of a Wollrich. waiver.

More highly requested came the “Hot chicken is always an “Heat Variety Pack,” which allows experience, but finding a way to

keep making food fun. That’s what it should be,” says Wollrich. “It gives people a really fun way to try all the heat levels, experience the differences, and find their favorite.”

“For people who don’t know what hot chicken is, I would tell people don’t be scared. It really is about flavor and variety and not only about heat,” says Wollrich. □ Joella’s is located at 2305 Sir Barton Way. Patio dining, carry-out, and delivery available.

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FAMILIES

IN THE SCHOOLS Annual science fair canceled

The 2021 Kentucky American Water and FCPS District Science Fair is canceled due to the surge of positive cases and rate of COVID-19 spread.

Postponing the local contests (slated for Feb. 13) would not have allowed sufficient time before the next stage of competition, and a virtual event was not feasible because of the logistical challenges, technology equity, and limited timeframe.

FCPS district office relocates

Fayette County Public Schools moved its district office operations from 701 E. Main St. to 450 Park Place in Lexington.

FCPS School Board welcomes two new faces in 2021

Former teacher Amanda “Amy” Green won the District 5 seat on the Fayette County Board of Education, and former principal Tom Jones secured the District 3 spot in the Nov. 3 election. Board member Christy Morris was unopposed for the District 1 seat.

New, all-male public elementary school expected to open in 2021

Lexington’s newest specialized elementary school is expected to open in fall 2021. The new Carter G. Woodson Preparatory Academy would offer grades K-5 solely for male students. The existing academy, which opened in 2012, is housed at Frederick Douglas High School.

FFA member from Hayes places in national creed contest

Seventh grader Mia Marin Mackliff of Edythe J. Hayes Middle School placed fifth in Spanish Creed Speaking at the 2020 Virtual Leadership Development, which consists of memorizing the FFA Creed, reciting it to the judges in the contestant’s unique manner, and answering questions about the creed.

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Middle school football championship

Top-seeded Edythe J. Hayes defeated No. 2 Crawford 38-8 for the 2020 FCPS middle school football championship, which marked its fifth consecutive playoffs title.

SCHOOL SPORTS Henry Clay Volleyball earns awards

The Kentucky Volleyball Coaches Association (KVCA) selected Henry Clay High School’s Abby Shadwick as Ms. Kentucky Volleyball, which awards her as the top player for 2020. Henry Clay’s volleyball coach Dale Grupe was also selected as KVCA Coach of the Year for 2020. Abby is the first recipient from Henry Clay and only the second from a public school.

Liberty girls lead way in 6U crosscountry state meet

The Liberty Elementary girls placed third in the 2020 KTCCCA 6th & U Cross Country State Championship. In the girls’ 3K, the team from Edythe J. Hayes Middle School came in fifth. In the boys’ race, the Hayes team finished sixth and the Liberty team was seventh.

Top Kentucky track and cross country individuals from FCPS

The Kentucky Track & Cross Country Coaches Association sponsored the November competition.

The top individuals from Fayette County Public Schools were Joel Frese of Hayes, who placed fifth in the boys’ field, and Sophia Anderson of Hayes, who was 11th among the girls.

PROGRAMS Partners for Youth’s Grassroots Grant Allocations Program

Partners for Youth’s Grassroots Grant Allocations Program awards money to programs in Fayette County that provide positive youth programming opportunities for young people. It is designed to assist small, hands-on grassroots programs, and is not a source for large grants. Applications open in December.

Camp Kesem

Camp Kesem at UK is a chapter of a national community driven by passionate college student leaders in support of children through and beyond a parent’s cancer.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

NEWS Baptist Project Progresses

In November, Baptist Health Hamburg hosted an unveiling ceremony of the construction sign, commemorating the first day of Congleton Hacker’s excavation at the

new expansion site. Development of the new location shows plans for a multi-story hospital, an outpatient surgery center, and an emergency department.

Feel Good Friday

White Greer & Maggard Orthodontics launched a new “Feel Good Friday” highlight on their social media pages, asking the community to nominate friends, family, and coworkers for their kindness. Individuals nominated complete a short “interview” in which they share their stories in hopes of inspiring others to do the same.

Saint Joseph Hospital receives quality achievement award Saint Joseph Hospital received the Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognized the hospital for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment.

YEAR IN REVIEW: Healthy in Hamburg Earlier this year, Baptist Health Lexington announced plans to open a new medical facility in Hamburg, quickly followed by the announcement of a partnership with the City. The new medical campus is expected to bring hundreds of new jobs and a new

fire/emergency medical station to Lexington off of Winchester Road and Polo Club.

In a Fall Know Your Neighbor feature, CEO of Body Structure Medical Fitness, Kevin Balcirak recalled the car accident that changed his life and inspired him to create Body Structure, a place that provides a path from medical conditions toward a healthier life. He adds that life can change in a blink of an eye, or in this case, a blink of a year. “These are challenging times, especially as “negative thoughts” start to creep into your brain. It happens to all of us and is normal. The key is to work through those thoughts to get back on a positive path.”

Family Practice Associates founder Dr. Jeffrey Foxx contracted COVID-19 early on in the pandemic. His team says, “Dr. Foxx’s motto has always been ‘Do the Right Thing’ and that’s what FPA has been doing throughout this pandemic.” Adaption to services has been key for FPA, as it has been for many businesses who’ve had to pivot their business model to meet current safety protocols.

Lexington Clinic celebrated its 100th anniversary in July while continuing construction on the new flagship facility located on South Broadway.

While Sustaining Health Acupuncture has always been located in Hamburg (formerly in Stonecrest), their new location in the Brighton Shoppes marked a significant expansion. A state-wide shutdown coincided with the grand opening in March, but Dr. Jacqui Kinzig took it all in stride, offering telephone and virtual consultations while in-person visits were prohibited. “While we have grown in size, our patient-first philosophy and family-like atmosphere have been maintained; we love developing a relationship with our patients,” says Dr. Jacqui. “We take pride not only in the results we achieve for our clients, but also in the way we care for everyone.”

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NEWS Medicare Open Enrollment

Don’t forget to review prescription plans during this year’s open enrollment through December 7.

PROGRAMS Book Club

The December Book of the Month at the Lexington Senior Center is The Christmas Jars by Jason Wright.

Eat. Weigh. Move.

Lexington Senior Center offers a new interactive workshop on how to eat healthy, move more, and meet your weight loss goals. The workshop goes through December 18.

HOLIDAYS Be a Santa to a Senior

Home Instead is collecting gift donations for its annual Be a Santa

Coming soon

Festival of Trees to a Senior program. Unwrapped gifts can also be mailed to their office by Friday, December 11.

Crafted Ornaments

Residents at Sayre Christian Village created sweet folk art ornaments in their ‘Crafting for a Cause’ art therapy programming for an online Holiday Pop-Up Shop Fundraiser.

The Lantern at Morning Pointe hosts a drive-thru Festival of Trees Holiday Extravaganza on Wednesday, December 16 at 5 pm.

Senior Spotlights for 2020

Meadowcrest is another senior living community coming to the neighborhood. A project developed by Cowgill Properties, it is located on the corner of Winchester Road and 1-75.

Christmas Candy Drive-thru

Richmond Place Senior Living hosts a Christmas Candy Drive-thru on Thursday, December 10 from 4 pm to 6 pm. Call 859-300-9343 to RSVP.

Cruise & Schmooze

Lexington Senior Center hosts a Happy Holidays Cruise & Schmooze on Friday, December 4 at 11 am. Rain date is Monday, December 7.

Anderson Communities requested permission to build a senior living facility on Todds Road. The Lexington based developer had to send in a zone application to turn space behind Baptist Church at Andover from an agricultural urban zone to a multifamily zone to create a senior living facility.

Preston Greens Senior Living

Openings

Preston Greens Senior Living opened in the neighborhood in the fall.

HomeWell Care Services of Lexington held their official grand opening in August.

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Events subject to change, check with each individual venue.

Saturday, December 5 UK football hosts the South Carolina Gamecocks at Kroger Field on Saturday, December 5.

Tuesday, December 8 Acoustic Concert 2020 is happening at Rupp Arena on Tuesday, December 8 at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, December 9 University of Kentucky Women’s Basketball hosts Marshall on Wednesday, December 9 at Memorial Coliseum at 7 pm. Anticipated attendance at Memorial Coliseum is up to 15% of normal arena capacity for the 2020-2021 season. All plans are subject to change.

Saturday, December 12 University of Kentucky Men’s Basketball hosts Notre Dame at Rupp Arena on Saturday, December 12 at noon. Attendance capped at no more than 15 percent of capacity and a there is 12-foot buffer zone between the court area and the first row of seats. All plans are subject to change.

Friday, December 25 MERRY CHRISTMAS

Saturday, December 26 University of Kentucky Men’s Basketball takes on Louisville at the KFC YUM! Center on Saturday, December 26.

Tuesday, December 29

Saturday, December 19

University of Kentucky Men’s Basketball hosts University of South Carolina at Rupp Arena.

University of Kentucky Women’s Basketball hosts Wofford on Wednesday, December 9 at Memorial Coliseum at 2 pm.

Thursday, December 31 NEW YEAR’S EVE

Thursday, December 24 CHRISTMAS EVE

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SPONSORED FEATURE

Meet Dr. Amanda Finch Richmond Road Vet’s newest doctor

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niversity of Kentucky fans may recognize Dr. Amanda Finch from her threeyear stint on UK’s Dance Team.

She returns to her hometown of Lexington to join the team of doctors at Richmond Road Vet Clinic.

Finch’s first job was as a veterinary technician in Lexington. “Since I grew up in Lexington, it means the world to be back in Kentucky and learning from such wonderful doctors at this clinic,” says Dr. Amanda Finch.

“My favorite part about working at RRVC is the atmosphere. Everyone is so eager and willing to learn and work together to ensure the best quality medicine and care.

It’s great to be here.”

Meet the Team

Dr. Kevin Smith is the owner of Richmond Road Vet. After graduating from the University of Kentucky, he moved to Auburn for his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine before Lexington called him back. “Having attended the University of Kentucky and living in Lexington while earning my undergraduate degree, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to return to the place I considered home.”

Dr. Amanda Holaday grew up on a rural Kentucky farm, preparing for her dream job of being a veterinarian.

Dr. Finch

“After graduating from Auburn, my top priority was to find a clinic that shared my core values. Richmond Road Veterinary Clinic has become my home. We all genuinely care about our clients’ pets. I want to be the one they lean on. This is not just a job where I punch in and punch out. This is my home, and our clients and their pets are part of that too.”

Dr. Keri Wynn thoroughly enjoys all aspects of practicing veterinary medicine, but has a special affinity for veterinary dentistry. Dental disease prevention and treatment represents a large portion of the practice’s focus, given the prevalence of periodontal disease in pets. She attended the University of Kentucky and Auburn, adding, “While I loved Alabama, I bleed blue, and my heart has always been in Kentucky.”

Dr. Heather Hancock is also a Lexington native and University of Kentucky alumnus.

Living on 20 acres in Madison County, she and her husband founded and manage the Central Kentucky Wildlife Hospital where they treat sick and injured wildlife. “Professionally, I spend time researching alternative and holistic therapies that can also be helpful to ensuring your pet lives its best life. I will always treat my patients as one of my own.”

Richmond Road Vet Clinic’s sister clinic is Tates Creek Animal Hospital, home to Dr. Ashley Sullivan. A graduate of Tuskegee University of Veterinary Medicine, she’s proud to call Tates Creek her forever home. Richmond Road Vet Clinic and Tates Creek Animal Hospital are proud members of the Kentucky Veterinary Practice Group. □

Welcomes . !

Dr Amanda Finch

She joins the five other veterinarians at Richmond Road Veterinary Clinic and Tates Creek Animal Hospital.

Together, they bring decades of experience in caring for your furry loved ones, and are your local experts for compassionate pet care.

To learn more or to make an appointment, call or visit the clinic websites today!

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From Left to Right: Dr. Holaday, Dr. Hancock, Dr. Smith, Dr. Sullivan, Dr. Wynn and Dr. Finch.

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NEWS

Richmond Road Veterinary Clinic and Tates Creek Animal Hospital partner to support the animals this upcoming holiday season. Purchases can be made for Lexington Humane Society from the Holiday Wish List on Amazon. Each gift of food or supplies is then delivered directly to Lexington Humane Society’s Adoption Center.

Pet Pics with Santa

Fayette Mall is not hosting pet photos with Santa this year.

Santa Pictures are back at Southern Barker on Sundays throughout December from 1 pm until 6 pm.

Pictures are free, bring your own camera and they’ll provide the Santa and backdrop. Appointments need to be scheduled in advance.

Paws to

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PET STORE NEWS

FOOD TO PETS!

Feeders Supply has relocated across Richmond Road from its former location. The new, larger spot is near Kroger and features a grooming salon.

Pet Valu US is closing all of its stores, including three of its Lexington locations which currently include Hartland, Palomar, and Chevy Chase.

EVENTS SUN DEC 3

Hollywood Feed hosts Certified Trainer Tips on Puppy Training Basics, virtual, 9 am

SUN DEC 6, 13, 20

Santa Pictures at Southern Barker

SUN DEC 13

Pet Photos with Santa Paws 2020, Most Valuable Pets, 7 pm

Partner with the teams at Richmond Road Veterinary Clinic and Tates Creek Animal Hospital to support the animals this holiday season!

Purchase from the Holiday Wish List on Amazon.com for the Lexington Humane Society, and your gift of much needed food or supplies will be delivered directly to the Adoption Center on Old Frankfort Pike to support hundreds of dogs and cats.

All events are subject to change in accordance with evolving community guidelines; confirm programming with each individual venue.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT

richmondroadvetclinic.com

or

tatescreekanimalhospital.com

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HOME AND GARDEN

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday, December 24, 2020 and Christmas Day follows on Friday, December 25, 2020.

There is no trash collection on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. The makeup day is Wednesday, December 23, 2020.

New Year’s Day is Friday, January 1, 2021. No trash collection on that Friday, the makeup day is Wednesday, December 30, 2020.

Leaf Collection

BIA’s 2019 Operation Military Cheer

Operation Military Cheer

BIA’s annual Operation Military Cheer is happening through December 10. Unwrapped donations of toys and clothing can be dropped off at the BIA office.

Items are then distributed to families and children of deployed and non-deployed military personnel in need on Friday, December 11.

The City’s annual leaf collection is projected to be completed in December.

Residents should prepare leaves before collection by raking into the area between the sidewalk and the street. If you have no sidewalk or it is right next to the curb, place the leaves on the edge of your lawn closest to the street.

Hamburg Homes 2020

Photo by Paul Martin

Holiday Trash Collection

Summer 2020 was a busy time for home improvement in Hamburg. The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway returned to Hamburg on Stolen Horse Trace. Barbara Greenlee of Lexington, KY was the winner of the Dream Home in Hamburg.

In July, BIA’s annual Grand Tour of Homes showcased the work of many of Lexington’s finest builders through a self-guided tour. BIA’s August Tour of Remodeled Homes was rescheduled until October, offering a new virtual format to experience the homes.

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REAL ESTATE

PROPERTIES RECENTLY SOLD IN LEXINGTON Sold in 40502

Sold in 40505

30-Sep-20........775 HARBOR PT....................$2,025,000

29-Oct-20........1845 GOODPASTER WAY..........$550,000

02-Oct-20........1884 HONEY SPRING PL.......$1,470,000

30-Sep-20........280 SWIGERT AVE....................$540,000

05-Oct-20........242 CHENAULT RD................$1,200,000

29-Sep-20........1869 GOODPASTER WAY..........$527,000

10-Sep-20........1354 FONTAINE RD..................$810,000

30-Sep-20........1708 LIBERTY RD.....................$405,000

01-Oct-20........2416 SAN MILANO PL...............$450,000

Sold in 40509

09-Oct-20........1855 BATTERY ST.....................$447,000

30-Sep-20........353 CASSIDY AVE......................$699,000 29-Oct-20........612 CHINOE RD........................$625,000 30-Sep-20........230 DESHA RD..........................$595,000

25-Sep-20........2416 GEPPA CT........................$480,000

23-Oct-20........3840 CAYMAN LN..................$1,539,000

20-Oct-20........109 LOUISIANA AVE.................$575,000

15-Sep-20........3836 REAL QUIET LN...............$874,000

13-Oct-20........2059 MANOR DR......................$490,000

02-Oct-20........2242 BAHAMA RD.....................$675,000

06-Oct-20........605 CAMINO DR.......................$485,000

25-Sep-20........2181 ANTIGUA DR....................$650,000

06-Oct-20........607 CAMINO DR.......................$485,000

30-Sep-20........3765 HORSEMINT TRL.............$645,000

12-Oct-20........625 TEAK WOOD DR.................$485,000

27-Oct-20........2941 BLACKFORD PKWY..........$645,000

19-Oct-20........3345 LANSDOWNE DR.............$472,000

05-Oct-20........3404 COUNTRY CLUB DR.........$545,000

21-Oct-20........3317 BELLEFONTE DR.............$414,900

14-Sep-20........3116 AYLESBURY CIR...............$540,000

07-Oct-20........3419 WOODSTOCK CIR............$400,000

02-Oct-20........4004 LOCHMERE CT.................$525,000

29-Jul-20.........3388 WOODSIDE CIR................$370,000

02-Oct-20........2464 ASTARITA WAY.................$510,000

16-Oct-20........3417 HERITAGE PL...................$370,000

28-Oct-20........3270 BRIGHTON PLACE DR.... $500,000

25-Sep-20........3117 LAMAR DR........................$350,000

28-Sep-20........2437 ASTARITA WAY.................$500,000

05-Oct-20........732 MALABU DR.......................$340,000

30-Oct-20........2616 LUCCA PL.........................$499,000

16-Oct-20........855 ROBIN RD..........................$335,000

27-Aug-20........929 STAR GAZE DR...................$490,000

28-Oct-20........1404 WESCOTT CIR..................$473,147 30-Oct-20........3100 BLACKFORD PKWY..........$467,000 29-Sep-20........1981 TIDEWATER FLT...............$466,195 29-Oct-20........1955 CATTLE PATH..................$448,726 21-Oct-20........2437 CORONEO LN..................$445,000 21-Oct-20........936 BELMERE DR.....................$444,000 21-Oct-20........1932 CATTLE PATH..................$433,588 30-Sep-20........2224 SUNNINGDALE DR..........$430,000 16-Oct-20........2025 COVINGTON DR...............$420,000 16-Oct-20........2336 ICE HOUSE WAY..............$419,000 25-Sep-20........3165 SWEET CLOVER LN..........$414,000 25-Sep-20........2133 MILLSTONE WAY..............$414,000 25-Sep-20........1116 ANDOVER FOREST DR.....$410,000 16-Oct-20........2025 TIDEWATER FLT...............$405,565 22-Oct-20........332 HAYS BLVD.........................$405,000 01-Oct-20........727 CADEN LN..........................$395,000 30-Sep-20........616 TALLOW CT........................$390,000 30-Oct-20........700 MAPLE RIDGE LN...............$385,000

Neighborhood property sales info source: Fayette County Property Valuation office (www.fayettepva.com)

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