by Liz Carey Central Kentucky is set to see the benefits of a state focus on tourism, officials said. In November, Gov. Andy Beshear announced the state had approved nine new tourism projects, including two in Central Kentucky. In Lexington, the state approved the Lexington Sporting Club, which is expected to generate a $25.4 million investment. In November, the Lexington-Fayette County Urban Council approved $1 million for infrastructure costs for the…

Click here for the full article on gmtoday by Patti Nickell Where can you taste the world’s best bourbon, make the acquaintance of the world’s most famous Thoroughbred, tour the home of the “Paul Revere of the South,” shop for high-end antiques in a converted schoolhouse, and spend the night in a castle — all in the same small county? If you said Woodford County, Kentucky, go to the head…

Woodford County proudly asserts its historical role as the birthplace of bourbon, tracing its heritage to the rich limestone deposits that bless its land and create the pristine water source essential for crafting the world’s finest bourbon. Nestled amidst the picturesque Rolling Hills and Bluegrass landscapes, Woodford County boasts natural resources that have nurtured a legacy of unparalleled bourbon craftsmanship. With a rich agricultural history dating back centuries, Woodford County…

Commonwealth’s Bourbon Economy Thriving In Latest Report The full article can be accessed HERE FRANKFORT, Ky. – Spurred by a decade of legislative changes to Kentucky’s archaic alcohol laws, the Commonwealth’s signature Bourbon industry now provides more jobs, generates more payroll, pays more taxes, attracts more tourists and features more distilleries than ever before, according to the newly published Bourbon Economic Impact Report. The record-breaking statistics were released today by Gov.…

Thoroughbreds in Woodford County article by Patti Nickell      January 1st may be the birth of a New Year, but it has a special significance in Woodford County.  It marks the birthday of every Thoroughbred horse, and we think that’s something to celebrate.       Woodford County ranks third (just behind Fayette and Bourbon) in its Thoroughbred population.  As of 2017, the county had 689 farms with a total acreage of 112,190 acres. …

The Woodford Hotel by Patti Nickell      It’s no secret that Woodford County is a magnet for travelers seeking the best of the Bluegrass.  Every year visitors flock here to see the world’s greatest collection of Thoroughbreds, to sample bourbon at Kentucky’s oldest distillery, and to marvel at its jaw-dropping scenery.       The only thing the county was lacking was an equally charming downtown hotel reflective of its history and…

Have a Wonderful Woodford Christmas        There’s a lot to be said for the holiday season in a big city with all its hustle and bustle.  But there’s also a certain magic about Christmas in a small town. Why else would Hallmark make all those movies about it?       Christmas in Woodford County is, indeed, the “most wonderful time of the year,” with an array of Santa sightings, seasonal…