Lost studs near Central Library, Lexington
Description
I’m Caleb Turner. I lost my studs on Saturday around 4:15 PM after a quick stroll by the University of Kentucky campus and across Main Street in Lexington. They’re small silver studs with a blue stone, easy to miss if they slip from a pocket. I’d just paused outside the Central Library plaza to tie my shoe when I realized one was gone. I retraced my steps toward Keeneland’s area and along the sidewalk by the library steps, but the warmth of the day and crowds made it hard to spot. Losing them feels almost silly, but they mean a lot. If anyone picked them up, I’d be grateful to hear something.
Approximate last-seen location
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How to safely get your item back
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