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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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Lexington opposes Kentucky American Water rate increase request

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Kentucky American Water customers could see higher bills in December. The company is asking state regulators to allow it to collect about $17.7 million more a year. Kentucky American Water says a typical residential customer would pay about $8 more a month if regulators approve the...

Lexington, KY · 21h
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WBHHC honors veterans at luncheon

The Poynterville community gathered recently to honor local veterans and recognize the history of Tyler Banks Post 204. Founded in 1936 by 17 community members, the post served the community […]

Winchester, KY · 2d

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Lexington welcomes city’s first new disc golf course in over a decade

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Lexington unveiled the newest attractions at Coldstream Park Monday. City leaders cut the ribbon on a new walking trail and disc golf course. Mayor Linda Gorton said that the disc golf course is the first in the city in 12 years and that the sport’s popularity is growing in the city.

Lexington, KY · 17h
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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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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.

Kentucky · 1d

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Kentucky’s Directors of Pupil Personnel Come Together at the 2026 KDPP Institute

More than 200 directors of pupil personnel (DPPs) and district team members from across Kentucky gathered Sept. 16-18 at the Griffin Gate Marriott in Lexington for the 2026 Kentucky Directors of Pupil Personnel Institute. Built around the theme “Showing Up,” the three-day professional learning event focused on one of the most important commitments educators can make: showing up for students.

Kentucky · 1d

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Pandemic’s lasting effects may contribute to high rate of fatal teen crashes in Kentucky, researchers say

Kentucky lawmakers addressed rising fatal crash rates among teen drivers during a meeting where researchers noted that post-pandemic figures remain higher than pre-pandemic levels due to behavioral factors and increased speeds.

Kentucky · 1d

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10,000 gallons of water needed to put out Madison County house fire

MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A house fire in Madison County required 10,000 gallons of transported water to be put out earlier this week. The Kirksville Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the 2400 block of Curtis Pike on Monday, Nov. 2, around 10 p.m. for a reported structure fire.

Madison County, KY · 4d

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4 local businesses join forces at new Lexington storefront

Four local businesses came together for the grand opening of a new storefront in Lexington.

Lexington, KY · 4d

LEX18 News

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Lexington hopes Opportunity Zones will attract development to 5 areas

Lexington hopes state tax incentives will bring new housing, businesses and jobs to five areas targeted for redevelopment through Opportunity Zones.

Lexington, KY · 5d

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Kentucky Residents Say These Are the 5 Best Fast Food Chains in the State. Fair Picks?

Fast food in Kentucky has a different feel than it does in a lot of states. Louisville gave the country KFC, Lexington is a White Castle city, and chains like Culver’s and Chick-fil-A have built strong followings in places like Bowling Green, Florence, and Elizabethtown. Since no readable ranking source was provided, this is not…

Kentucky · 5d

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Former Jessamine prosecutor pleads guilty to abuse of public trust

A former assistant Jessamine County attorney has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from allegations that he took $300 from someone in exchange for dismissing a traffic ticket.

Jessamine County, KY · 5d

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Distemper cases reported in a dozen raccoons in Clark County

CLARK COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - The Clark County Animal Shelter is warning residents about recent reports of distemper in the area. The shelter said that a wildlife rehabber reported that 15 raccoons have tested positive for the illness in the Health Lane, Stoneybrook, Casa Landa, Fontaine and Lyndale areas. According...

Clark County, KY · 5d

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Lexington mayor declares ‘Beat Tennessee Weekend’ ahead of football game

Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton has declared this Beat Tennessee Weekend ahead of the University of Kentucky football team traveling to Knoxville on Saturday, Nov. 7.

Lexington, KY · 5d

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Clark County Public Schools Board of Education member indicted for theft reelected

CLARK COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A member of the Clark County Public Schools Board of Education indicted for theft from a local soccer league was reelected Tuesday. Ben Dorsey received 726 votes (78%) for the 4th District seat. Two write-in candidates split the rest of the vote, according to the...

Clark County, KY · 6d

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Kentucky attorney general moves to dismiss appeals against Fayette County circuit judge

Kentucky's attorney general has moved to dismiss appeals against a Fayette circuit judge after her impeachment hearing was indefinitely placed on hold.

Kentucky · 6d

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Residents still have questions as Lexington rolls out new snow, ice plan

As temperatures drop, Lexington city leaders are preparing for winter weather with a revamped snow and ice plan.

Lexington, KY · 5d

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Jessamine County school leader invites talks to ‘better align’ calendars with FCPS

JCS officials announced Friday morning that talks have begun to better sync schedules with Fayette County, especially for fall and spring breaks.

Jessamine County, KY · 5d

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No kumbaya moment after a hard-fought race in Lexington's Fourth District

Emma Curtis won Brenda Monarrez's seat by a slim margin in 2024, becoming the first transgender person elected to city council. At the time, Monarrez was battling sexual assault allegations from a former council member — claims she has consistently denied— and was barred from city hall by a protective order.

Lexington, KY · 7d