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Goat Green: Lexington neighborhood uses nature's lawnmowers
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Over the next few weeks, a Lexington neighborhood is using goats to clear away invasive plants. "The Goat Project" at Cardinal Valley is now in its third phase. It's an eco-friendly way to enhance the beauty of what was once a commercial area. Its next step...
Jim Caldwell's Forecast | We'll go through a couple of seasons this week
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT)—You will get a taste of September today and tomorrow, with July flexing by the end of the week. Get ready for a rollercoaster of temperatures as we experience two seasons in just one week! The first half of the week will feel like late September, with comfortable temperatures in the mid-70s. Enjoy the gentle warmth while it lasts, as heat will make a comeback on Wednesday, bringing us back to normal summer temperatures.
College World Series schedule, bracket, TV info for NC State baseball
NC State baseball and Kentucky will play Saturday at the 77th College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. The 10th-seeded Wolfpack (38-21) and the second-seeded Wildcats (46-15) play at 2 p.m. (ESPN) Saturday at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. The winner will play No. 3 Texas A&M (49-13) or Florida (34-28) on Monday (7 p.m., ESPN).
Kentucky weather today: Pleasant start to the week
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — A pleasant start to the week with low humidity and highs reaching the mid-70s. We will see a partly sunny sky this afternoon. We’ll have some free air conditioning tonight as temperatures drop into the low 50s for many, but even some upper 40s are likely.
FEMA warns people of scams
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WYMT) - The Federal Emergency Management Agency is warning survivors of April 2 storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, landslides and mudslides of possible scams. Officials said thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from survivors. If you did not...
'It Takes a Village': Lexington leaders help young people affected by violence
LEXINGTON, Ky. — A Lexington nonprofit is providing a safe space for young people affected by violence to connect with others this summer. As part of Devine Carama's "It Takes a Village" program, teens will spend the next eight weeks with mentors and leaders ingraining themselves in their community.
3-star Paw Paw offensive lineman announces commitment to this SEC team
PAW PAW, MI – Kentucky football’s “Blue Blue Wall” just got bigger. Darrin Strey, a three-star Paw Paw offensive lineman, announced his commitment to Kentucky University and join the team’s offensive line group (Big Blue Wall) via social media on Sunday afternoon, pledging to the Wildcats just days after his official visit.
Lexington Pride Restaurant Week continues
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Restaurants across Lexington are offering special menu items to support the city’s LGBTQ community. Participating businesses created a “pride special” item. The proceeds will go to the Lexington Pride Center. At Futile Bakery, they’re offering two pride specials. “In the front is...
1,000 new jobs up for grabs at Louisville and Lexington McDonald's
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — McDonald’s restaurants in Louisville and Lexington are looking to hire 1,000 new employees. Whether a person is looking for a part-time summer job, a side job or a new career, McDonald’s says it has positions for everyone. Locally owned and operated restaurants provide on-the-job training, flexible schedules and benefits “to suit the needs of any candidate.”
Kentucky Supreme Court hears immunity arguments in injured Scott Co. deputy’s case
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WKYT) -The state’s highest court heard a case Thursday that stemmed from a Scotty County deputy shot and injured in the line of duty in September of 2018. Deputy Jaime Morales was paralyzed when shot while trying to apprehend a fugitive with other officers and the U.S. Marshal’s Service.
WKYT’s Bill Bryant among Silver Circle honorees by Ohio Valley Emmy group
CINCINNATI (WKYT) - Longtime WKYT anchor Bill Bryant will receive the prestigious Silver Circle award from the Ohio Valley chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, which presents the Emmy Awards. On Monday, the chapter announced the Williamsburg native will be one of five TV veterans it...
Women veterans honored in Frankfort for a historic anniversary
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Nearly 76 years ago, former President Harry Truman signed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act, allowing women to permanently join the military. Lady Veterans Connect honored and celebrated women veterans at the state Capitol June 8 in recognition of the act's anniversary. “I am just so...
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