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There’s still time to view the Geminid meteor shower in Kentucky

There’s still time to catch what astronomers call one of the most spectacular natural light shows of the year – but many viewers will have to get away from home.

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The holiday season brings with it the possibility of workforce-related injuries for Kentuckians

It would probably be an understatement to say activities just seem to run at a faster pace during the holiday season. For those in the workforce, it could mean an increased risk of injury.

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Veteran GOP legislative leader leaving the Kentucky Senate at the end of 2024

Long-time Kentucky GOP legislative leader Damon Thayer has plans taking him deeper into the private sector. But, his decision to not seek re-election in the state Senate doesn’t mean he’s scaling back on his political interest or involvement.

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Floyd County to receive nearly $1.7 million for flood-prone property buyouts

Floyd County’s getting nearly 1-point-7 million dollars in federal FEMA funds to purchase 13 properties damaged in the historic July 2022 floods.

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Portion of Manchester Street in downtown Lexington closed for work on Town Branch Park

Construction on Lexington’s Town Branch Park has closed a portion of Manchester Street near the Central Bank Center through next spring.

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Sights and the sounds of Kentucky governor's inaugural parade 2023

Some might call it a picture-perfect day for a parade. The parade in question ran down Capital Avenue in Frankfort to recognize the 62nd inauguration of Kentucky’s Governor.

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Shop With A Cop, Cops And Kids programs underway across Kentucky

This time of year, police departments and other law enforcement organizations across Kentucky are asking for contributions for programs like Shop With A Cop and Cops And Kids.

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Nelson County newspaper editor says community is encouraged by new developments in Crystal Rogers di

New developments in the 2015 disappearance of Crystal Rogers have some Nelson Countians wondering whether they’ll soon have answers in the case – and perhaps, two unsolved shooting deaths.

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Madison County Tenants’ Union holds rally to oppose rising evictions, stop housing and shelter cri

Members of the Madison County Tenants’ Union organized in Berea last weekend to call attention to a local housing and shelter crisis.

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University of Kentucky waste reduction efforts paid off this football season, school says

The UK Wildcats were 4 and 3 at Kroger Field this fall, but in and around the stadium, recycling and waste reduction efforts were big winners.

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Today's Interview: Katharine Erickson, the new museum manager at 21c Museum Hotel in Lexington.

Arts Contributor Kate Savage talks to Katharine Erickson

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City of Lexington asking residents to dispose of Christmas lights, other electronics properly

The City of Lexington is asking residents to dispose of non-working Christmas lights and other electronic devices at one of 11 sites around town – or the city’s E-waste center on Versailles Road.

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Lexington VA Caregiver and Family Resource Fair offers help to those who help veterans every day

As light rain falls outside the auditorium at the VA’s Sousley Complex, VA social worker James Moore taps lightly on a set of drums, waiting for veterans and their caregivers to join him for a round of wellness drumming. He’s one of two dozen or so people representing the VA…

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Expanded Sunday alcohol sales gets underway this weekend in Lexington

This Sunday marks the beginning of expanded alcohol sales in Lexington. Restaurants and bars will be able to serve alcohol by the drink starting at 6:00 A.M.

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Lexington opioid abatement panel continues work to set fund distribution framework

Fayette County’s Opioid Abatement Commission continues to lay the groundwork for distribution of just over $3 million in settlement funds. The Commission’s executive committee met Thursday.

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Wreaths Across America ceremonies underway at Kentucky veterans’ cemeteries

The Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs is again teaming up with Wreaths Across America to place wreaths on graves at the state's five veterans' cemeteries.

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Beshear directs flags to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Pearl Harbor Day

In accordance with a proclamation from the White House, Governor Beshear has directed flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff today in observance of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

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Transition to new electronic data system for vehicles means a pause in county clerk operations

A statewide migration of data in the Commonwealth’s vehicle information system will mean a disruption in certain activities in county clerk offices.

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Charitable organization in David, Kentucky receives grant to expand home repair operations

A $50,000 grant from the Kentucky Association of Health Plans is going toward Floyd County’s St. Vincent Mission to help expand their facilities.

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Proposal made to fund, build data center on grounds of Blue Grass Army Depot

The proposal was made by engineering company Bechtel, which would fully fund the center’s design, construction and operation. It would use the existing infrastructure at the Depot and create around 50 IT jobs.

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Trio walking from South Carolina to Cincinnati to raise awareness about mental health for first resp

Three people touched by suicide are nearly finished walking 700 miles from Parris Island, South Carolina to Cincinnati to raise awareness about mental health for first responders.

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Lexington's federal deadline to fix sewer issues expected to be extended to 2030

The City of Lexington is seeking a four-year extension to complete a massive sewer system overhaul. The need for additional time comes following a significant slowdown during the COVID pandemic.

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The cost of clean water rising in eastern Kentucky

Appalachian Citizens’ Law Center looked into water affordability and the impact of so-called water burden on households.

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Lexington's Palestinian community renews its call for a City Council resolution supporting a ceasefi

Representatives of Lexington’s Palestinian-affiliated community made another plea before the Lexington City Council.

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Work on Lexington's second crossover interchange project gets going this week

Work is starting this week on the widening of New Circle Road in Lexington. This work ties in with future plans to construct a double-crossover diamond interchange at Leestown Road and New Circle.

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