Versailles Baptist taking gospel to four continents in July
VERSAILLES, Ky. (KT) – By the end of July, Versailles Baptist Church will have completed mission trips across four continents in one month. Nearly four dozen members, including 14 staff and lay leaders, have participated in international mission trips to Japan, Ecuador, Kenya and Victoria British Columbia. Versailles...
Major facility closures announced in Winchester, Hebron: When layoffs could begin
Facilities belonging to nationwide names in the technology and clothing markets in Kentucky are closing, and it could mean significant job losses for residents.
FIRST ALERT| Scattered strong storm chances into the work week
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - After a busy Saturday afternoon, we have more storm chances in store for the next few days. Our day is starting cooler, with conditions mostly cloudy and in the 70s. Temps will climb into the mid to upper 80s in the afternoon. If you are not caught in an isolated storm, things will feel a bit...
King’S Gardens Garden Center Lexington Ky: Nature’s Oasis
Imagine stepping into a world where your gardening dreams come to life. At King’s Gardens Garden Center in Lexington, KY, that dream becomes a reality. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this center offers an oasis of vibrant plants, expert advice, and all the tools you need to cultivate your...
3 injured, 1 life-threatening in early morning shooting on Winchester Road
Police say at 3:49 a.m., they responded to the 900 block of Winchester Road, where they found one person with a life-threatening gunshot wound.
Hundreds voted in our poll to find Lexington’s best bbq. A newcomer took the...
With a total of 430 votes cast across three weekly rounds of polling, Herald-Leader subscribers have named their favorite local barbecue smokehouse. LX BBQ, a newcomer to the city’s barbecue scene known for its Texas-style offerings , was the underdog that left the pack in its dust. Across multiple rounds of voting,...
‘You’re just completely out’: Recovery support in Kentucky slashed amid major budget cuts
Addiction recovery centers across Kentucky are facing new challenges after major budget cuts from companies that manage Medicaid.
Man sentenced for Lexington road rage assault
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) -Almost a year ago, Kasey Dickens was stopped at a red light on UK’s campus when a man approached her car and attacked her. On Friday, it all came to an end. “It has been a really, really long and drawn-out process,” she said. “It was...
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Andrew Stratton said he is lucky to be alive after a firework accident in late June changed his life forever. Almost a year ago, Kasey Dickens was stopped at a red light on UK’s campus when a man approached her car and attacked her. On Friday, it all came to an end.
Lexington Legends to Launch Legendary Festival of Lights
Lexington, Kentucky will host its inaugural ‘Legendary Festival of Lights’, featuring dazzling attractions and family-friendly activities. The festival will run from November 21 to January 4, showcasing glowing tunnels, a Christmas tree forest, live nativity, and more, creating a memorable holiday experience for the...