2020-04-30

Originally posted on Facebook 04.30.2020
by Kurt.

On this rainy Thursday, some of the best news in Lexington, Kentucky was delivered by the city’s department of Parks & Recreation: two local parks, Raven Run and McConnell Springs, will re-open next week (with adjustments to help ensure safety)! After two days dedicated to first responders, healthcare workers, and senior citizens, both parks will open to the public, with pre-registration required. Hurray for more time outside, where dogwoods are outdoing themselves and peonies are poised to spill pink, white, and crimson throughout the city! #TogetherKY #TeamKentucky #HealthyatHome / Also part of May 27 FB post

An older man in dark glasses and a blue athletic jacket stands on a front stoop holding a red and white umbrella.

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