Man killed in e-bike crash in Eastern Kentucky. Police investigating
A 64-year-old man died Tuesday in an electric bicycle crash in Kentucky, according to Rowan County coroner John Northcutt. The crash happened near the 3100 block of McBrayer Road in Clearfield. Northcutt said the man, also from Clearfield, lost control of the e-bike and was ejected. A person called 911 around 7:39 p.m.
Attorney: Fayette County superintendent seeks amicable split from district
His attorney, C. Ed Massey, is working to help him part ways with the district and is currently drafting a new proposal to present to the board.
Acting FCPS superintendent says he’ll become ‘fluent in budget management’
Bill Bradford, the new acting superintendent for Fayette County Public Schools, on Tuesday pledged to become “fluent in budget management” as the district deals with financial turmoil . He also said he wants to focus on the culture of the organization with controversy looming. Bradford is stepping into the role while S
Frost protection fan saves peach crop at Eckert’s Orchard
VERSAILLES, Ky. (WKYT) - In Kentucky, during certain times of the year frost can kill plants. But now there’s a machine that can combat the short-term freeze. It’s called a frost protection fan. Eckert’s Orchard in Versailles has one and it has saved this year’s crop. Ultimately, it’s...
Brush fire in Jessamine County poses potential smoke risk, emergency management says
JESSAMINE COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - UPDATE: The fire is now under control, but crews and contractors will remain on the scene as long as necessary. ORIGINAL STORY: Multiple bales of hay are burning in Jessamine County and crews have advised how to keep smoke out of homes. The fire is...
Hazmat response in Winchester for petroleum gas leak
A hazmat response is underway in Winchester after crews detected a petroleum gas leak near the Marathon station, and drivers should expect delays as the work continues.
Petroleum leak from Winchester gas station prompts evacuation of building
A building on Hubbard Road was evacuated on Tuesday morning after Winchester Fire crews discovered a petroleum leak that may have migrated from a neighboring gas station.
Paul Finebaum Names Struggling SEC Program On the Rise Under New Head Coach
Paul Finebaum believes one struggling SEC program is gaining momentum under a new head coach, with optimism growing about a potential turnaround.
Former Fayette County Schools budget director files 2nd lawsuit against district
The former budget director of Fayette County Public Schools has filed a second lawsuit against the district, alleging she was improperly demoted and reassigned. In a lawsuit filed June 12 in Fayette Circuit Court, Ann Sampson-Grimes alleges the school district gave her notice March 5 that she would be reassigned. The s
Woman accused of driving Tesla into downtown Lexington crowd faces new charges
A 20-year-old woman was indicted on several charges after driving a Tesla into a downtown Lexington crowd, resulting in multiple injuries and possible paralysis.
