KY: Publix Signs Leases for Three New Supermarkets in Kentucky As It Continues Expansion
Florida-based grocery chain Publix is looking to open three new supermarkets in Kentucky as the company continues its expansion in the Bluegrass State. The new stores would be in the cities of Georgetown, Louisville and Owensboro and all will be approximately 50,000 square feet, reports the publication Grocery Dive....
Overturned semi that backed up traffic on I-75 in Lexington cleared; road reopened
An overturned semi Wednesday morning on I-75 in Lexington has backed up traffic on both sides.
Lexington council moves forward solar ban on county farmland
The Lexington council moved forward solar regulations that would ban large-scale solar farms on agricultural farmland. The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council voted unanimously during a Tuesday work session to move forward the zone text amendment that outlines what types of solar can go where. The vote came after...
Kentucky family sues Bourbon County Schools over ADHD discrimination claims
A Kentucky family is suing Bourbon County school leaders after they say their daughter was discriminated against for her ADHD.
Lexington Celebrates Local Hip Hop Culture with Annual Event
The city of Lexington recently held its annual Hip Hop Day, celebrating the city’s burgeoning hip hop culture. This event recognized 16 local artists with proclamations while highlighting the genre’s historical significance. Established in 2023, this celebration honors local talent and aims to give voice to...
Richmond woman accused of pouring salt in ex’s engine released on $12K bond
She was arrested and charged after allegedly pouring salt into the car's engine, putting glitter in the air conditioning vent, cracking the windshield and rearview mirror, and busting the radio screen.
One of Yelp’s Best Places to Eat opens in Lexington with hand-pulled noodles
An authentic Chinese restaurant that was named to Yelp’s annual 100 Best Places to Eat list in 2024 has opened in Lexington with a menu highlighted by its hand-pulled noodles. Kung Fu Noodle , which has a loyal following in Dayton and Columbus, opened its third location Aug. 13 at 535 S. Upper St. in the CenterCourt...
More homeless families with children on the streets, city officials say
According to Charlie Lanter, commissioner of housing advocacy, officials are seeing more families with children experiencing homelessness.
New area code for 502 region announced
KENTUCKY (WKYT) - We now know what Kentucky’s new area code will be. State regulators announced Tuesday that the 502 area code — which covers north-central Kentucky, including Louisville and Frankfort — is running out of available numbers and will soon be supplemented with a new area code: 761.
Low-head dam at Great Crossing Park to be removed this week
The demolition draws mixed emotions from the community. For some, the water flows peacefully, evoking fond memories. For others, it is a stark reminder of lives lost.
