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Universities and students in Kentucky feeling the sting of inflation

Inflation continues to be a problem across Kentucky. It is hitting more than just individuals, colleges and universities are also feeling the sting.

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Lots of two-wheeled activities planned in Central Kentucky this weekend

This weekend will find a large number of cyclists taking to central Kentucky roadways.

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Fayette county clerk making future plans with hopes of increasing voting

In her first term as Fayette County’s lead election official, County Clerk Susan Lamb is eager to see voter numbers increase. Part of the strategy involves new voting centers.

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Off-road cycles and ATV causing concern in Lexington parks

Lexington parks officials are working to keep off-road motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles out of public parks.

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Limited number of Accessory Dwelling Units found in Lexington

The City of Lexington has had an Accessory Dwelling Unit law on the books for almost two years now. A Council Committee got an update this week on ADU activity.

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79 year-old, Lexington Pickleball player heading to championship tournament

Sam Dick met up with Larry Roberts of Lexington who just started playing Pickleball one year ago. Roberts is now heading to the national Pickleball championship in Dallas in November.

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Bi-annual Lexington paper shred offers chance to reduce ID thefts

The fall-time paper shredding event in Lexington is designed to help reduce stolen identity opportunities. It runs from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday at 1631 Old Frankfort Pike.

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Work from home is impacting Kentucky communities’ budgets

State lawmakers are looking into the impact of legislation related to Kentuckians working from home.

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Kentucky officials prepare for the end of federal pandemic-era support for childcare providers

At the end of the month, Kentucky childcare providers will no longer receive the bulk of federal pandemic-era support.

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UK professor who testified in redistricting case now before state Supreme Court doubts ‘independen

Dr. Stephen Voss has been a political science professor at the University of Kentucky since 1998. Last year, he was called on by Attorney General Daniel Cameron to testify in the case that’s now before the state Supreme Court.

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State dollars help southeast Kentucky county officials do more than routine road maintenance

The head of county government in one southeastern Kentucky county says it’s not often financially feasible to do more than simple road maintenance.

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Refurbished condemned buildings used for affordable housing units in Lexington

Lexington’s affordable housing stock has grown by another 16 units. This west Lexington project involved significant transformation.

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Lexington-based nonprofit wins $1.5 million HUD grant to provide housing assistance for HIV-positive

A Lexington-based nonprofit that’s been helping HIV-positive people for more than three decades won a 1-point-5 million dollar grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

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Kentucky's fire season may already be here, according to U.S. Forest Service

Fall fire season doesn’t officially begin until October 1, but the lack of rain the last few weeks in central and eastern Kentucky has increased the chances of an early arrival.

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Group helping small businesses hurt by 2022 eastern Kentucky floods gets federal funding

One point two million dollars in new federal funding is coming to help eastern Kentucky recover from the deadly 2022 floods.

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Federal officials find Kentucky HBCUs underfunded

Kentucky has two HBCUs, Kentucky State University and Simmons College of Kentucky.

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Lexington planning a year-long birthday bash in 2025

Lexington is planning a party. The state’s second- largest town is prepping for its 250th birthday.

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Brereton Jones remembered as a politician, horseman, and friend

Before Brereton Jones was elected Kentucky governor as a Democrat in 1991, he was lieutenant governor, and before that, a Republican delegate in the West Virginia state legislature.Before those years in politics – and afterwards – he was a horseman, the owner and operator of Airdrie Stud, near Midway in…

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Advisory group makes final recommendations for urban expansion in Lexington

The advisory panel examining where urban service expansion should occur in Lexington has finalized its map recommendation. The action Tuesday suggests growth totaling about 3000 acres with much of it located near the Winchester-Royster road corridor and Richmond Road-Athens areas.

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Today's Interview: Lexington photographer Guy Mendes featured in exhibit

Arts contributor Kate Savage talks to Lexington photographer Guy Mendes about his work being feature in a new exhibit

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New COVID vaccine becoming available across the Commonwealth

Monday marked the start of availability for the new COVID shot at some Kentucky pharmacies. The Fayette County Health Department hopes to offer the new vaccine by the end of September.

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Kentucky Senate president on startup of sports wagering and working with the winner of November's go

Legalized sports wagering is just getting underway across Kentucky. The leader of one house of the Kentucky General Assembly says it’s an issue lawmakers could revisit in the years ahead.

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$1 million USDA grant a ‘tremendous help’ for Lexington’s Town Branch Park

Lexington’s Town Branch Park is a million dollars closer to completion, thanks to a grant from the U.S. Agriculture Department’s Forestry Division.

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Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission hears from public on funding for ibogaine research

The commission held its second and final public hearing on the proposed use of $42 million dollars.

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Cancer care experience at UK’s Markey Center changes occupational mindset

The impact of cancer care can be seen in a variety of ways. Sometimes it changes one’s whole approach to a future vocation.

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