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Dan Cummins Auto Group is proud to call Paris, KY home. Known as the “Thoroughbred Capital of the World,” Paris is home to many beautiful horse farms that are worth visiting. If you want to visit, here’s a quick guide to some of the stunning horse farms in Bourbon County. Claiborne Farms Known for being the resting place of the iconic Secretariat, Claiborne Farms is one of the most famous horse farms in Paris. Ten Kentucky Derby Winners were raised at Claiborne Farm and six of thirteen Triple Crown winners were sired by stallions at Claiborne Farms. Claiborne has been in one family for over a century: the Walkers. They attribute their success to “adhering to the best principles of stewardship of the land, horses, and the sport of Thoroughbred racing.” If you choose to visit Claiborne, you can choose between an all-farm shuttle tour, a private stallion tour, or a guided group tour. During each tour, you’ll get the opportunity to see where Secretariat is buried, the breeding shed, and more. To book your visit and learn more about Claiborne, click here. Runnymede Farm Runnymede is a picturesque 365-acre nursery in Bourbon County. It was founded in 1867 by the current owner, Brutus Clay’s, great-grandfather, Colonel Ezekiel Clay. It’s claimed to be the oldest continuously operated Thoroughbred breeding farm in Kentucky. The farm chairman, Catesby Clay, said, “Breeding horses is more than a business for us—it's a family tradition that's been a way of life for generations of Clays. Everything we do is a testament to my grandfather, Ezekiel Clay, and his dedication to the breed. That aspect of Runnymede will never change.” If you want to learn more about Runnymede, you can visit their website here. To get updates on what’s going on at Runnymede, you can follow their Facebook and Instagram. Clover Hill Farm Different from the previously listed farms, Clover Hill is an equine retirement boarding facility in Paris that also offers limited boarding and riding lessons. It’s owned by the Dorochenko family, who opened their family farm in 2017 to help aging horses in the community. The Clover Hill grounds are compromised of an Upper Barn, a Lower Barn, a Covered Arena, and beautiful green and sprawling pastures. The Upper Barn is the general boarding barn and houses Sport, Pleasure, and Retirement horses. The Lower Barn is a boarding barn for horses in training and rehabilitation. The Covered Arena has masonry sand footing and is 140 ft. by 85 ft. The pastures range from individual turnouts to large, green fields. For details on the cost of boarding at Clover Hill, you can click here. To view prices and sign up for lessons, click here.

Our dealership is sponsoring a night of fashion and fine cuisine on March 25, 2017 from 6-9 p.m. at the Annunciation Parish Hall on High Street in Paris, KY. more “A Night at the Races” includes shopping, drinks, and dinner from Thyme Cafe and Catering, door prizes, and a fashion show by Rose & Lime Boutique in Lexington, KY. The Church of Annunciation’s Women’s Club will be hosting the event. "We're always proud to support our local organizations that impact the Paris, KY and Lexington, KY communities," says Josh Cummins of Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick.

Lexington, Kentucky is full of interesting things for everyone. While it is great to visit, there are hidden treasures that only locals know about. If you're in Lexington for the first time or you're looking for something new to do, try these five tips for getting off the beaten path in Lexington. more Find a Unique Candy Kitchen Everyone has a sweet tooth, and Lexington has the perfect place for you to treat yours. Candyland is Lexington's leading local candy kitchen dedicated to exploring everyone's sweet tooth. It has many of the standards that everyone enjoys as well as some unique creations that newcomers cannot resist. If you're looking for something new and sweet, check out Candyland at 734 US-62. Try a Different Restaurant If you need more than sweets, try Missy's Out of the Way Café. It's at 860 Horseshoe Bend Road in Raywick. Missy's offers a unique atmosphere that is unlike any other place that you have eaten. The décor alone will give you plenty to talk about. Don't let it distract you too much though because Missy's steaks are the featured item on the menu. See New (Old) Sites Lexington has a rich heritage and works to preserve it in one of the largest Shaker communities in the U.S. Shaker Village lets you explore the way that the Shaker's lived including several refurbished buildings that maintain their original architecture. For a more memorable experience, have dinner at the Shaker Village restaurant, or stay the night in one of the available buildings. It's an experience that will last a lifetime. Experience the Great Outdoors If you're more of an outdoors kind of person, then check out Breaks Interstate Park. This state park is large enough to cross into Virginia and features landmarks like "the Grand Canyon of the South." The views in the park are perfect for spending a day in nature and learning more about the Kentucky wilderness. Explore the Forests and the Mountains Out in the middle of the Kentucky Ridge State Forest, you can find the Pine Mountain State Resort Park. It's open to visitors looking for great experiences that are far off of the beaten path. Climb one of the mountains and get a spectacular view of the forest below without a building in sight. Explore the forest and find new things to do that will bring you back to the park again and again. Lexington, Kentucky, is filled with interesting things to do that will keep you and your family entertained for days. To find some of the best things to do, you'll need to get off the beaten path for a while. Although Lexington is full of fun and interesting things to do, it's the little-known ones that only locals know about that are the most interesting. Go away from the touristy adventures and look for the ones that the locals like to do to find the best fun things in Lexington. If you're looking for something different to try, check out these tips for getting off the beaten path in Lexington.

Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick is the raffle sponsor for the Christ the King Oktoberfest this weekend Friday through Saturday in Lexington, KY. We will be giving away a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado pickup, or $25,000 in cash, at the winner’s choice. Raffle tickets are $50 each, and the winner does not need to be present to win. more Proceeds of the drawing go to Cathedral of Christ the King’s parish school and outreach programs, spreading the word of God. Entertainment for the event includes, but is not limited to, Gin Blossoms and Fastball. There’s also a morning 3K race, carnival games, a variety of beers for adults to purchase, and too many food vendors to count!

Do you need a place to take a few friends in Lexington? As the second-largest city in Kentucky, Lexington has many diverse, intriguing things worth checking out. These four places sum up the most quintessential things to do in and around the city, so give them a try! Kentucky Horse Park Since Lexington is the horse capital of the world, this should be no surprise. Part museum, horse farm, and nature park, any fan of horses will find this spot worthy of multiple visits. The indoor museum has exhibits that kids and adults will find fascinating, and guests can also see champion racing horses up close and learn about their achievements. Kentucky Horse Park features new events throughout the year, so if you've visited before, check out the calendar. There is also a campground with more than 260 campsites, so fans of the park can plan a multi-day vacation. more The Arboretum The University of Kentucky Arboretum, or tree collection, is a lovely park known for its seasonal cherry blossoms. There are many other lovely flowers and colorful trees in bloom throughout the seasons, all visible from paved, broad pathways. The area has a panoramic grassland feel, almost like a giant garden. Pleasant streams and fountains with modern metal sculptures add even more variety. Pets are welcome, so give your dogs a nice walk on a sunny day! Breakout Lexington Room escape games are all the rage, and are growing in popularity. To quickly summarize: these games involve a themed room, such as a futuristic laboratory or killer's basement. A group of friends are "locked" in the room, and have to solve a series of puzzles by working together in order to escape within the allotted time. The game masters carefully provide clues from outside as well, for beginner groups that may have trouble. Take a look at Breakout Lexington and its current rooms if you love room escape games, or if they sound even mildly interesting. Mary Todd Lincoln House The home of Abraham Lincoln's wife and children makes for one of the most impactful museums in the entire state. President Lincoln's monumental achievements in civil rights and leadership are widely known, but this gorgeous mansion provides another look at the Lincoln presidency: the impressive life led by the first lady of the United States until 1865. The home is beautifully restored, and the helpful tour guides offer a dizzying amount of stories and wisdom gleaned from Abraham Lincoln and his family. The tour is only about an hour, so it's ideal for anyone seeking a short visit. Of everything available in Lexington, these four attractions are the most worthy of repeat visits, the most accessible, and the most fun. But even more attractions await near these places. Whether you are a first-time visitor to the city or have lived there all your life, there's always a good reason to get out and see something new, or something you remember. Have a great time out there!

After a year of driving in their vehicle riddled with bullets, the Reese family got a gift that will help them move on from their son’s tragic shooting. Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick donated a 2015 Chrysler Towne & Country van to Antonio Reese’s family. LEX 18, Dan Cummins, and supporters caught Antonio’s family as they were coming out of a physical therapy appointment to surprise them with the news. Early last year, Antonio was shot through the family’s vehicle after a local decided to take revenge on the family after being asked to move his vehicle. He suffered severe brain injuries and was placed into a medically induced coma for weeks. more Our dealership is pleased to be just another stepping stone of helping this family recover from the tragedy. However, the family still needs help in raising funds to get a service dog for Antonio. You can donate to their cause here: https://www.gofundme.com/AntonioR LEX18.com | Continuous News and StormTracker Weather