Lexington community members organize “Rallies for Love”
In a time of political fear and uncertainty, the Lexington community gathers weekly to voice solidarity for the things that they love
Residents troubled by effects of university expansion
As city council considers another permit allowing W&L to rent space in downtown, store owners and residents have concerns
Celtic Tides brings a taste of Scotland and Ireland to Lexington
The 27-year-old business continues to serve the community
Biases hide behind the term “Townie”
Many call Lexington home. Only some feel the weight of the label “townie”
Tommy’s Arcade looks to relocate
Owner Tommy Stuart will close the Nelson Street location this spring but is optimistic about the arcade’s future in a new spot
Limited storage and infrastructure shape the biking experience in Lexington
While efforts to improve bikeability in Lexington continue to evolve, storage limitations and challenging terrain remain constant obstacles
Campus Kitchen’s Souper Bowl exceeds expectations
The event raised $11,000 to fight hunger in Rockbridge County and brought a spread of soups to Washington and Lee’s Evans Hall
Outing Club partners with Rockbridge Trails Club to encourage students to give back
After closing during the pandemic, the Rockbridge Trails Club is back with monthly trail days
New city councilman discusses strategy for the future
In a Q&A with the Phi, John Driscoll talked about citizen engagement and university expansion
January brings wintry mixes—and mixed feelings—to Lexington
Winter storms led to closures and delays throughout Lexington and Rockbridge County, but Washington and Lee students are enjoying the snowfall
W&L’s eco-friendly stormwater practices are paying off, literally
Lexington is working to build better stormwater infrastructure, in part through a new utility fee that rewards sustainable practices
Lexington community rails against demolitions at VMI but remains silent on those at W&L
Washington and Lee University and Virginia Military Institute are both poised to tear down historical buildings, but advocacy groups are only focused on VMI