Hearing set on proposed downtown Lexington rezoning that would demolish 12 historic buildings
A public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday evening on whether to demolish a dozen of the first residential buildings constructed in Lexington, turning them into student housing for the University of Kentucky.
FCPS considers merging all-boys and all-girls STEM schools. Families oppose plan
Fayette County Public Schools staff and a committee of community stakeholders are considering a proposal to combine an all-boys STEM academy and an all-girls STEM academy at a new building opening next fall. The potential combination of the two science, technology, engineering and math schools — the George Washington...
Fayette County school board chair reports graduation rate hits record high
An FCPS schoo board member reported on Facebook that county public schools achieved a record-breaking 92.4% four-year graduation rate as the district's 2025 state accountability data revealed.
Fayette County schools superintendent addresses financial troubles, transparency concerns
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins answered questions about the district’s financial troubles and transparency concerns during a brief interview with WKYT’s Samantha Valentino, following a press conference at Mary E. Britton Middle School. The interview came...
Piercing Memories: A Cautionary Tale from Purple Haze on East New Circle
A recent social media post has sparked a conversation about Purple Haze, a popular store located on East New Circle Road. The user shared a personal experience about getting a cartilage piercing at the store that resulted in a severe infection. The user expressed concerns about the sanitation practices at the store...
Lexington police seek help locating wanted man
According to police, there are active warrants for his arrest for failure to appear and narcotic-related offenses.
Specialty Grocery Store Opens Second Location in Lexington
The Fresh Market announces plans for its second location in Lexington, Kentucky, set to open in the Hamburg shopping center. This new store will expand local access to gourmet and organic grocery products, enhancing the shopping experience and creating new jobs for the community. Expected to launch in late 2025 or...
$12.6M in medical debt canceled for Lexington-Fayette County residents
Lexington leaders announced the elimination of millions of dollars in medical debt for thousands of Fayette County residents, marking the first effort of its kind in Kentucky.
Time for a change? Lexington council talks plans for new government center
City leaders believed the new home of City Hall could be on the 200 block of West Vine Street, yet the discussion during Tuesday afternoon's Urban County Council work session came with heavy pushback.
Movies and TV shows casting in Lexington
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a...
