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BUILD push leads to Lexington database of landlord code violations

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Renters in Lexington can now look up a landlord’s code violation history before signing a lease. The city launched a free online database Oct. 29. Users can type in an address or a landlord’s name to see every code violation tied to a property over the last three years and its current status.

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Breeders’ Cup Classic winner Sovereignty settles into retirement at Jonabell Farm

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A little more than a week after winning the Breeders’ Cup Classic at Keeneland, Sovereignty is settling into his new life as a stallion at Jonabell Farm. The reigning Horse of the Year capped his racing career with a victory before a crowd of more...

Lexington, KY · 1d
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KFCA District Player, Coach and Lineman of the Year selections for NKY

The Kentucky Football Coaches Association released their District Player, Coach and Lineman of the Year selections on Friday. The eight awarded in each class for each district in each category will be presented to the coaches and players at the 2026 KHSAA state football championships on Dec. 4-5 at Kroger Field in Lexington.

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Clark County animal shelter urges pet vaccinations after distemper reports

CLARK COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - The Clark County Animal Shelter is urging pet owners to check their animals’ vaccination status after receiving reports of canine distemper in local raccoons. The shelter said a wildlife rehabilitator reported that 15 raccoons and counting had tested positive for the virus in the...

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Cherie Devaux, first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner, visits Kentucky Horse Park

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Cherie Devaux, the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner, was at the Kentucky Horse Park on Tuesday as the featured guest for the park’s Equine Ed series. The series presents an in-depth interview and Q&A session with featured guests for audiences. Devaux made...

Lexington, KY · 17h

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Say hi to Doug High!

High, originally from Cincinnati and Mansfield, Ohio, has been a Kentuckian by choice for nearly 30 years.

Cincinnati, OH · 23h

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Andy Barr to Senate, Zach Dembo flips KY-6: What Lexington talked about election week

Election Day gave Lexington Herald-Leader readers plenty to debate — a new face in the U.S. Senate, a history-making mayoral win, a red-to-blue congressional upset, a school board race decided by just dozens of votes and a new face on the Fayette District Court bench. Here are four stories...

Lexington, KY · 1d

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Kentucky ranks ninth in homelessness increase, study says

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A study by High Rise Financial ranks Kentucky ninth for the largest increase in homelessness. The study comes as the region saw record gas prices earlier this year, along with rising costs at the grocery store. Two central Kentucky shelters described what they are seeing. Clark...

Clark County, KY · 16h

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A Lexington high school will have a new interim baseball coach in 2027

Administration officials at Lexington’s Lafayette High School have announced that Brady Bowling will serve as the interim head coach of the Lafayette baseball program for the 2027 season. Bowling will replace Kevin Goins, Lafayette’s most recent coach. A reason wasn’t given for Goins’ departure, and Goins didn’t respond to requests for comment. “Coach Bowling is dedicated to maintaining the continuity of our baseball program while supporting the ongoing athletic and personal development of all our student-athletes across every level,” the announcement said last week. “We encourage our entire baseball community to join us in welcoming and supporting Coach Bowling as he steps into this leadership role. We look forward to a successful and exciting 2027 season!” the district said. Asked about Goins’ departure, Fayette County Public Schools spokesperson Miranda Scully said “we do not respond to personnel matters.”

Lexington, KY · 2d

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Studies show gaps between Lexington's boards and commissions and the public. A new set of recommendations seeks to correct that

A 2023 review that examined whether renters could be a permanent part of some boards and commissions eventually grew into a wider conversation. The questions: Are there gaps between the public and local boards and commissions that make it difficult to interact? And if so, what changes would open up the lines of communication between boards, the public and city leaders?

Lexington, KY · 1d

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Lexington homelessness on rises despite statewide decline, survey finds

Officials say Lexington is 254 shelter beds short of what is needed.

Lexington, KY · 1d

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Fayette County school board hears update on land transfers tied to RISE STEM Academy for Girls

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Fayette County School Board heard an update on land transfers connected to the RISE STEM Academy for Girls during a Monday meeting. The land is part of a private road called The Lane. The district purchased the property as part of the RISE STEM Academy project.

Fayette County, KY · 1d

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US Equestrian Seeks Member Feedback on Equine Welfare at Competitions Through Dressage Membership Survey

Lexington, Ky. – As part of the USEF Dressage Sport Committee, the Dressage Equine Ethics & Wellbeing Task Force has been working to develop action plans that address the challenges facing our discipline in the subject area of horse welfare. The Task Force is inviting members to share their perspectives on equine welfare at competitions through the Dressage Membership Survey: Equine Welfare at Competitions, which opens today.

Lexington, KY · 1d

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Flu is ahead of schedule in Lexington, according to health officials

Compare lab-confirmed cases of the flu this week and those seen at the same time in 2025, and the number is more than 20 times higher according to state officials. Dr. Morgan Blanton, chief medical officer with Baptist Health Richmond, told WKYT the sooner-than-expected increase doesn't tell the story for this year's flu season as a whole.

Lexington, KY · 1d

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Howard's Overhead Doors Spotlights Customer Reviews Amid Growing Demand for Trusted Garage Door Service

Howard's Overhead Doors, a family-owned company serving central and eastern Kentucky since 1985, is placing renewed emphasis on verified customer reviews as area homeowners increasingly rely on firsthand feedback when selecting a provider for garage door repair, installation, and maintenance. The decision reflects a broader shift in how consumers evaluate...

Winchester, KY · 1d

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Kansas Handles Kentucky, K-State Hands Creighton First Loss

Kansas and Kansas State both picked up impressive victories Tuesday night, with the Jayhawks knocking off a ranked Kentucky team and the Wildcats handing previously undefeated Creighton its first loss of the season. No. 15 Kansas turned a 10-point halftime advantage into a 20-point victory over No. 24 Kentucky in...

Lexington, KY · 8h

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Kentucky farm celebrates 20 years of raising organic heritage turkeys for Thanksgiving tables nationwide

GEORGETOWN, Ky. (Nov. 10, 2026) — As families across the country prepare for Thanksgiving, a sixth-generation Kentucky family farm is celebrating two decades of raising organic heritage turkeys that have become a holiday tradition for customers from the Bluegrass State to dinner tables across America. Elmwood Stock Farm, a...

Scott County, KY · 1d

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Fox Pest Control Announces 2026 Scholarship Winner: Elizabeth Deffendall

Fox Pest Control is proud to announce Elizabeth Deffendall as the recipient of the 2026 Fox Pest Control Future Leaders Scholarship. Selected from a highly competitive group of applicants, Elizabeth stood out for her resilience, compassion, and commitment to serving others. From addressing food insecurity and supporting mental health awareness to raising funds for pediatric cancer care, she has continually turned challenges in her own life into opportunities to lift those around her.

Lexington, KY · 1d

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Banners honoring veterans returns to Lexington for third straight year

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) -Lexington’s Veterans Street Banner program has returned for a third year. The banners are displayed along Vine Street, between Broadway and Main Street. Twenty-five veterans are being honored this year:. Rocco Besednjak. George Boots. Robert Buchanan. Rolla Cavanaugh. Jerry Clemmons. Casey Collins. Clyde “Mickey” Cropper...

Lexington, KY · 22h

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SWK Team Recognized by Kentucky Association for Economic Development (KAED)

By Kentucky Association for Economic Development (KAED) The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council (SWK EDC) staff recently received recognition at the Kentucky Association for Economic Development’s Fall Forum in Lexington, Kentucky. Associate Director for Business Retention and Expansion Tony Prim attended to receive the KAED Distinguished Service and Professional Excellence Award for himself, Associate Director Sharon Butts, and Executive Director Carter Hendricks.

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