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Lexington prepares for temporary road shutdowns as sewer improvements continue

Lexington officials gave an update on a sewer improvement project in the city’s Gainesway neighborhood. It comes as they prepare to shut down the Gainesway-Greentree Road intersection.

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Open houses underway for Fayette, Jessamine 2050 transportation plan

Residents of Fayette and Jessamine counties are encouraged to offer input on the region’s 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan. The first of a series of open houses was held Monday at the new Marksbury Family Branch Library in Lexington.

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Lexington's 'Water Week' designed to remind people of importance of healthy bodies of water

The City of Lexington’s annual Water Week is under way and runs through Saturday. More than 20 events are scheduled, including hikes, litter cleanups, watershed walks and more.

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The Fine Gardens of Jon Carloftis

Sam Dick traveled to Lexington to the special home of award-winning landscape designer Jon Carloftis

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Alcohol bill could mean a boost in Lexington liquor licensing

One of the measures being taken up in the Kentucky General Assembly could mean an increase in alcohol retailers in Lexington. The legislation affects five counties

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Deal with state, federal government would give Lexington until 2030 to finish court-ordered sewer im

Lexington’s city council is expected to vote March 21 on a deal to give the city four more years to finish court-ordered improvements to its sanitary sewer system.

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Lexington city council member arrested at AT&T store

A Lexington city council member faces multiple charges after police say they responded to a disorder at an A-T and T store Sunday. Lexington police say they arrested Tayna Fogle a little after 3 p.m. and charged her with 3rd degree criminal trespassing, menacing and resisting arrest.

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After Lexington skimmer arrests, BBB offers tips on how to avoid being scammed

Two men face a total of 58 charges for allegedly installing skimmers at five Kroger stores in Lexington. Skimmers are devices installed on card readers that thieves use to collect card numbers for their use or to sell.

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Lexington marks four-year anniversary of first COVID-19 case; CDC issues new recommendations

On March 8th, 2020, a new disease was reported for the first time in Lexington, according to Kevin Hall, spokesman for the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department.“In those four years, we've had 132,025 confirmed cases. And unfortunately, we've had 828 deaths. So whether you believe in COVID or you think it's…

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Lexington’s fire department recognized with international accreditation

It is one of only seven departments to earn both international accredited agency status while holding a class one ranking from the insurance services organization.

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Lexington city council committee gets update on community paramedicine program

A Lexington City Council committee got an update Tuesday on the city’s community paramedicine program, which works to prevent overdoses and steer people to assistance.

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Keeneland puts out the call for spring meet workers

The horses will head to the post in the 88th year of racing at Keeneland a month from this Friday. The call is going out for workers to fill a variety of positions at the historic track in Lexington.

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New $17 million public library on Lexington’s west side to open Saturday

A new $17 million public library on the west side of Lexington will open Saturday. The Marksbury Family Branch is named for the foundation that provided the lead, 500-thousand dollar gift.

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Lexington VA to hold veterans’ town hall Thursday in Georgetown

The executive director of Lexington’s Veterans Affairs Healthcare will be the headliner at a town hall Thursday night at American Legion Post 24 in Georgetown.

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Local Roots, Global Expertise: The Story Of Kentucky Event Company

Ensuring a stress-free experience for everyone involved is the forte of Kentucky Event Company, formerly known as Lexington Event Company.

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Two Lexington women share stories of loss and the gift of life

Thursday is the last day of February – and Leap Day. For two women with Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates, it’s another day to encourage African Americans to sign up to save lives.

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Lexington City Council committee gets economic update; regional industrial park discussed

The Lexington City Council’s Budget, Finance & Economic Development Committee got an economic update from city officials Tuesday afternoon – and most of the news was good. Among the items discussed were regional economic development efforts, including a proposed joint industrial park with Madison and Scott Counties.

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Kentucky General Assembly discussing legislation regarding A-I generated political messaging

Lexington state senators on both sides of the political aisle are championing legislation to try to reduce fake political messaging, often through artificial intelligence.

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Emergency guardrail repair work scheduled Friday for I-75 South in Lexington

I-75 South in Lexington could be very slow going Friday. Natasha Lacy is the public information officer for the state Transportation Cabinet’s District 7.“There was the tractor trailer last week that took out a portion of guardrail. So that needs to be repaired immediately. And we're going to take care…

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City of Lexington to hold town halls to discuss opioid crisis the next two Thursdays

The City of Lexington’s Opioid Abatement Commission will hold town halls the next two Thursdays and they’re looking for suggestions on how to spend around 3-million dollars.

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Renowned Soprano Wilhelmenia Fernandez Smith, Star of Diva, Dies at 75

Renowned soprano Wilhelmenia Wiggins Fernandez Smith, known for her role in the film Diva, has passed away at the age of 75. She was a celebrated opera sin...

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Lexington's Doctor of Tennis

Sam Dick traveled to Lexington to meet Dr. Mike Eden whose tennis memorabilia collection is considered one of the best in the worls.

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Homeless advocacy group to meet with Kentucky lawmakers to introduce survey – and a few homeless p

A Lexington-based group advocating for the homeless is asking Kentuckians to take part in a survey about attitudes towards unsheltered people. The Street Voices Council will share the results with state lawmakers at a free lunch Wednesday – and introduce them to people they say will be affected by a…

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