Lexington KY

Featured picture for "Exploitation and Neglect: The Dark Side of Sober Living Houses"

Exploitation and Neglect: The Dark Side of Sober Living Houses

In recent weeks, a number of sober living homes have come under scrutiny for alleged fraudulent activities. Reports have emerged detailing owners of these facilities being ordered to pay substantial amounts in restitution for fraud. One such facility was even shut down due to a lack of basic utilities such as water...
Featured picture for "Fayette County Public Schools closes for winter weather"

Fayette County Public Schools closes for winter weather

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Fayette County Public Schools is closed Tuesday, Dec. 2, due to inclement weather, the district announced in a Facebook post. The district said the closing will be treated as a traditional snow day. For more updates on closings and delays, visit the WKYT closings and delays...
Featured picture for "Man arrested in Central Kentucky city wanted in Louisiana shaken baby syndrome death"

Man arrested in Central Kentucky city wanted in Louisiana shaken baby syndrome death

A wanted Louisiana man who is allegedly responsible for the death of a child was recently arrested in Central Kentucky, according to court records. Benjamin Baquet, 30, was wanted on a warrant for second-degree murder out of St. Landry Parish, La., after being indicted Nov. 24, according to St. Landry Parish District...
Featured picture for "Arkansas just botched their coaching search and Kentucky better not copy them"

Arkansas just botched their coaching search and Kentucky better not copy them

Arkansas botched their coaching search, leading to fan protests and a lackluster hire. Kentucky must avoid the same fate as they look for Stoops' replacement.
Featured picture for "‘Bluegrass Gives’ surpasses $1M in donations for Kentucky, Appalachian nonprofits"

‘Bluegrass Gives’ surpasses $1M in donations for Kentucky, Appalachian nonprofits

Just before 10 a.m. on Tuesday, organizers announced that Bluegrass Gives had already generated over $1 million in donations.
Featured picture for "Sharp Futures Foundation opens Winburn Barber Shop to give students free haircuts and mentors"

Sharp Futures Foundation opens Winburn Barber Shop to give students free haircuts and mentors

Fayette County Public Schools is expanding a program that blends students' well-being with a fresh haircut.
Featured picture for "Cactus Tacos, Drag Shows, and Legendary Blues: Why Lexington, KY, Should Be Your Next Long Weekend"

Cactus Tacos, Drag Shows, and Legendary Blues: Why Lexington, KY, Should Be Your Next...

This city of roughly 320,000 full-time residents — which celebrated its 250th birthday in 2025, a year ahead of the US — is primarily known for horses and bourbon. While it indeed produces some of the world’s finest examples of both, there’s much more here than meets the eye. Here’s why you should plan a long weekend...
Featured picture for "Kentucky by Heart: Activist Elizabeth ‘Lizzie’ Fouse was staunch advocate for minority, women’s rights"

Kentucky by Heart: Activist Elizabeth ‘Lizzie’ Fouse was staunch advocate for minority, women’s rights

I have a personal library filled with hundreds of historical books about Kentucky. One of my favorites is Kentucky Women: Their Lives and Times, edited by Melissa McEuen and Thomas Appleton, Jr. In researching a story about a brave African American community activist who lived in Lexington and, for a while, in...
Featured picture for "Looking for sugar plums? Where to find candy, cookies, cakes, ice cream in Lexington"

Looking for sugar plums? Where to find candy, cookies, cakes, ice cream in Lexington

Nothing makes a day special like an indulgent sweet treat, whether it’s hand-crafted chocolates, painstakingly decorated cakes or hot, fresh doughnuts. Lexington’s bakeries, cafes and shops offer generations of baking talent and unheard of flavors. Hit up Chocolate Holler or Crank and Boom Ice Cream for...
Featured picture for "Home of historic Kentucky figure hosts ‘Christmas Shoppe’ featuring local vendors"

Home of historic Kentucky figure hosts ‘Christmas Shoppe’ featuring local vendors

A cottage in the home of Henry Clay is opening up a bustling holiday shop full of gifts, from crafts to other bespoke goods.

Trending Posts