Business Lexington May 2017
Reaching the Summit
Years in the making, The Summit at Fritz Farm is set to debut boasting ‘top-of-class’ national stores alongside new spots by local luminaries Read more
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Derby parent CDI places winning bet on diversification
CDI has spent decades remaking itself from a single-entity racetrack business into one of the nation’s leading racing, gambling and online entertainment companies. Read more
Fayette Mall builds on upscale retail momentum after 2014 expansion
Since the redevelopment of its former Sears location in 2014 into a new corridor of retail and dining outlets, Fayette Mall has reinvigorated its overall tenant mix, inspired additional renovations by existing retailers and boosted its sales. Read more
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Town Branch Commons comes into view
New renderings show ambitious park plan that aims to boost green space, pedestrian traffic and commercial activity. Read more
Photo by Sarah Jane Sanders
Toyota’s billion-dollar bet on Kentucky
Japanese automaker makes major investment into Georgetown-area facility, garnering $43.5 million in state tax breaks. Read more
Serge Bertasius
Lexington mayor’s budget keeps jobs and workforce development in mix while focusing on security
Lexington Mayor Jim Gray’s proposed $358 million budget reserves most of its focus, and its funding, to bolster police and safety. But Gray’s latest budget also reserves money for jobs and workforce development. Read more
Growth in Rupp Arena’s shadow
The Lexington Center issued a request for proposals for the 17-acre plot across the street from Rupp, and responses have included a proposal that includes a new downtown baseball stadium. Read more