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Kentucky landmark sold: What's next for Frankfort's Capital Plaza Hotel
A Central Kentucky landmark is about to get a major makeover after 40 years. The Capital Plaza Hotel on Wilkinson Boulevard announced that it is now under new ownership with a multimillion-dollar renovation in the works. Franklin DevCo, which was organized in 2024 by Georget T. Underhill III, purchased the hotel in December 2024 for $7 million. The 163-room property will be renovated using $33 million in industrial revenue bonds issued through Franklin County and the Franklin County school system. The property also has been awarded a potential $7.5 million in historic tax credits as well as $1.4 million in state tourism tax incentives, according to a spokesperson. The hotel is planning a spring 2027 debut. The update will include a multilevel penthouse, a new grand ballroom and about 25,000 square feet of meeting and event space, according to a news release. The project also will include two new restaurants and a lobby bar. “We know people in Frankfort have a personal connection to this hotel, and we take that responsibility seriously,” said Colin Underhill, representing Franklin DevCo, in a statement. “Our focus is on getting the details right and making improvements that people will appreciate for years to come.
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Done. The 3 most beloved Kentucky restaurants that are now gone
Kentucky’s restaurant landscape has shifted again, following a year that already took several distinctive local favorites off the map. The latest losses include a kaleidoscopic Lexington coffeehouse and two Louisville…
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5 Rules Kentuckians Should Know About Leaving a Dog Outside in the Cold
The sun’s going down, it’s getting cold, and you’re deciding whether your dog should come inside. Legally speaking, the answer depends on where in Kentucky you live. Some cities, including Lexington and Louisville, spell out much more than the state does. Here are the rules to know...
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Heartwood Farm Buys Midway Memories for $320K
The Keeneland November Horses of Racing Age Sale is known as a marketplace for racehorses, including many geldings and racing and stallion prospects. But a 4-year-old filly also drew interest Nov. 12 during the single-session auction—but not for her racing upside—for her potential as a broodmare. Midway Memories...