Central Kentucky Faces & Places

Nancy Cox is one of the most recognized journalist in the Central KY area.  She is one of TEN brothers and sisters from a small town, and shares an incredible journey of overcoming fears to become Miss Kentucky, and continue into an undeniably successful career as a TV reporter and anchor.  In this episode Nancy discusses growing up, being persistent, and some of her most memorable experiences in news.   Be sure to follow us as well! Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces Facebook: @ckyfp Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com

VisitLex is Lexington's welcome center, visitors center, group event coordinators, and so much more!  Mary Quinn Ramer is the President of VisitLex and was kind enough to chat about what all VisitLex does, and some places and things to do around the area this winter! LINKS FOR VISITLEX: Website: https://www.visitlex.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visitlex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visitlex/ Be sure to follow us as well! Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces Facebook: @ckyfp   Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com Episode Sponsor: Share the Magic Travel with Tiffany Cox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShareTheMagicTravelTiffanyCox

Ryan and Sarah Reeber have such an interesting story!  They both are from different parts of the country, met, started growing food in California, and now have recently began selling meet here in Washington County, Kentucky!  How they love and care for their animals so that you can purchase the best product for your family is such a fantastic process.  Not only do they sell great meat, they are so friendly, which we know is a common characteristic of everyone in our area!   LINKS FOR OAK AND BARREL MEATS https://oakandbarrelmeats.com/ https://www.facebook.com/oakandbarrelmeats https://www.instagram.com/oakandbarrelmeats/ Be sure to follow us as well! Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces Facebook: @ckyfp  Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com Episode Sponsor: Share the Magic Travel with Tiffany Cox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShareTheMagicTravelTiffanyCox

Eileen Levy is the director for The Well of Lexington.  If you are unfamiliar with The Well, they provide safe housing, recovery, support, education, and healing for women and families exploited by sex trafficking.  They do so much more than just find a safe place though, they take a hands on approach to making sure women are taken care of.  They also, as Eileen talks about in this episode, try to help children BEFORE any bad life choices are made.  PLEASE see the links below, and follow The Well's social media page.   LINKS FOR THE WELL Website: https://thewelllexington.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewelloflexington/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewelllexington/ Eileen's email: execdir@thewelllexington.com ******If you are a victim of Human Trafficking, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline***** 1-888-373-7888 TTY: 711 DONATE TO THE WELL: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=5BQGAA4DCKKXS AMAZON WISH LIST: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3DJ2GTWV8ADFQ/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex Be sure to follow us as well! Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces Facebook: @ckyfp  Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com Episode Sponsor: Share the Magic Travel with Tiffany Cox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShareTheMagicTravelTiffanyCox

Erin Goins is the owner and tour guide for Bites of the Bluegrass which is an incredible walking tour of downtown Lexington or Danville.  On the tour you will stop at some local restaurants while also getting a very detailed history of the area from Erin.  Her knowledge of the area is second to none, and she loves perfecting her craft with constantly seeking more education for the tour.  Check out her info below, and everyone she mentioned as well!! LINKS FOR BITES OF THE BLUEGRASS: Website: https://bitesofthebluegrass.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitesofthebluegrass/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bitesofthebluegrass Be sure to follow us as well! Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces Facebook: @ckyfp Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com Episode Sponsor: Share the Magic Travel with Tiffany Cox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShareTheMagicTravelTiffanyCox Episode Mentions: Visit Lex - IG: @VisitLex Smiley Pete Publishing - IG @Smileypetepublishing Danville Visitor Center - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DanvilleBoyleCountyCVB Pioneer Playhouse - IG @pioneerplayhouse Heather Henson - IG @hensonbooks Castle and Key - IG @castleandkey Keeneland - IG @kenneland Dry Stack Coffee House - IG @drystackcoffee Downtown Lexington Partnership - IG @downtownlexpartnership The Lex Today - IG @thelextoday The Grove - IG @thegrovelex Chef Greg Spaulding - IG @chef.spaulding Salt & Vinegar - IG @saltnvinegarlex Luna Food Truck - IG @luna_lexington Harvey's Bar - IG @harveysbarlex The Melodeon Event Space - IG @themelodeonlex Nate's Coffee - IG @natescoffee Laura Lou Patisserie - IG @lauraloupastry She's So Single - IG @shessosingle

James Weatherholt is the owner of Pending Media, one of the best real estate photography companies in Central Kentucky.  James has such an unique way that he go into the business, which has led him to view, and photograph, some of the most beautiful homes in the area. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and get half off your first shoot with Pending Media Website: https://www.pending-media.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pending_media/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PendingMedia Be sure to follow us as well! Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces Facebook: @ckyfp Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com Episode Sponsor: Magical Inflatables -- IG: @Magicalinflatables -- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/magicalinflatables -- Website: https://magicalinflatables.godaddysites.com/

Marie McLamb is the owner of the Backroad Bluegrass Blog which covers everything you want or need to know about Kentucky.  She also runs the Bluegrass Creative Market which is a quarterly event held in Lexington with 50+ local vendors. Backroad Bluegrass Blog: www.backroadbluegrass.com Bluegrass Creative Market: https://www.facebook.com/events/462915089006535 Instagram and Facebook: @bluegrassblog & @bluegrass_creative_market The next Bluegrass Creative Market is November 5th & 6th 2022 from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM.  It is located at 326 Southland Drive in Lexington. Be sure to follow us as well! Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces Facebook: @ckyfp Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com Episode Sponsor: Magical Inflatables -- IG: @Magicalinflatables -- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/magicalinflatables -- Website: https://magicalinflatables.godaddysites.com/

Central KY…. Known for so many things! My name is R.K. Cox, I am born and raised here, and this podcast is designed to highlight the people, places, and events that make this area so incredible! Every week I will discuss a different topic, and try to have as many guests as I can as well!