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Lexington Health Department reports a continuing increase in COVID numbers

Coronavirus activity is on the increase in the Lexington area. That’s according to the latest information coming from the Fayette County Health Department.

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Lexington's annual homeless count could move to bi-annual

The director of Lexington’s Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention is hoping to see new measures implemented to gauge the size of those needing services.

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Lexington city leaders lend an ear to noise ordinance modifications

Lexington city leaders are considering changes to the current noise ordinance. A City Council committee this week received a presentation on potential modifications to the ordinance.

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Lexington businesses and citizens urged to participate in real-time crime fighting

Lexington police are opening up real-time intelligence technologies to businesses and residents. The law enforcement division is using a variety of camera technologies in this initiative.

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New loan made available for Kentucky agribusinesses

Kentucky agribusinesses could see more financial help coming their way through anew loan program offered by Lexington-based nonprofit Community Ventures.

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Lexington's Red Mile sports wagering to begin Sept. 7; mobile wagering Sept. 28

Lexington’s oldest horse racing track is one of a handful of sites approved for sports wagering by the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission Tuesday. The start date is September 7th.

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Anticipated sewer ability study in Lexington now available for review

When you consider any type of development, either residential or commercial, infrastructure is a key element. One such anticipated study in Lexington has been completed.

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Lexington activates heat plan, opens cooling centers with free Lex Tran rides to them

With 90-plus degree temperatures expected through the end of the workweek, The City of Lexington has activated the first phase of its heat plan.

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Lexington Parks and Recreation team working to keep up with pickleball interest

The game of pickleball came along in the mid-1960’s, but mainstream interest has taken off in just the last few years.The COVID pandemic changed the way a lot of people took in leisure activities. That certainly included outdoor recreation.

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Taxes near the top of priority list as Lexington City Council returns

There are certain aspects of the fall season that are seen each year. In addition to cooling temperatures and falling leaves, there’s a given when it comes to taxes in the Lexington community. Fall property tax bills will be going out in a few weeks. The first step in that…

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Lexington corrections implementing changes to accommodate religious clothing

Certain policy changes are on the way for the Lexington Division of Community Corrections. These changes address concerns about expressing religious beliefs.

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Powerhouse Chicago Chef Dominique Leach giving it her all on Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl’

The chef/owner of Lexington Betty’s Smokehouse serves up her unique style of barbecue while competing on the cable channel series.

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Lexington becomes the home to the state's first Japanese company headquarters

Lexington’s government and business sectors are celebrating a first when it comes to corporate activity. The Funai Microfluidic Solutions firm has relocated its business unit headquarters to Lexington from Osaka, Japan.

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Lexington man arrested for alleged threats against a local rabbi and a Jewish student center

A Lexington man has been arrested for making threats to a local religious leader as well as comments aimed at the Chabad Jewish Student Center.

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Lexington police say two weekend pedestrian deaths are both hit-and-runs

Over the weekend, in less than four hours, two Lexington pedestrians were struck and killed by vehicles.

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Rep. Barr says U.S. support in Ukraine remains important

Sixth District Congressman Andy Barr says the protracted military campaign in Ukraine is a good thing. The Lexington GOP Representative said a quick and decisive victory by Russia in early 2022 would have meant future threats to other countries.

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New bus stop signs going up along Lexington public transit system routes

Lexington citizens catching a bus will be seeing some new signage. The changing out of signs is already underway.

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Lexington's paramedicine program rolls on with two new vans

Lexington’s paramedicine program is getting a boost with the addition of two new vehicles. The two federally funded vans are expected to further efforts to care for vulnerable citizens.

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First group of Leadership Lexington Unsung Heroes honored over the weekend

For the first time, Leadership Lexington has recognized seven community members for their impact on the state’s second-largest city.

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Lexington's "It Takes a Village" Summer Youth Program makes its own impact

It would probably be accurate to say many school-aged young people look forward to the summer months as a break from the rigors of schoolwork. For eight weeks this summer in Lexington, around 40 teenagers took part in the “It Takes a Village” Summer Youth Program.

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33rd annual Ballet Under the Stars comes to Lexington's Woodland Park

Woodland Park in Lexington is the spot for dancing through this weekend. It’s the 33rd rendition of “Ballet Under the Stars.”

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West Nile Virus detected in Louisville; Lexington free of mosquito-borne disease – so far

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, West Nile Virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental U-S. There are no vaccines to prevent it and no medications to treat it. Last week, the West Nile Virus was detected in mosquito traps set by the…

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Lexington high school to have first woman principal

When school resumes in Lexington August 16th, for the first time in school history, Lexington’s Tates Creek High will have a female principal.

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Lexington, other cities open cooling centers to beat the heat

In the midst of this week’s heat wave, Lexington and many other cities in central and eastern Kentucky opened up cooling centers to help folks beat the heat. The

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Ceiling work in the balcony of the Lexington Opera House prompts scheduling adjustments

The show must go on for some performances at the Lexington Opera House. But, a ceiling issue is creating some modifications in scheduling at the historic entertainment venue in downtown Lexington.

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