With five not running, Lexington-Fayette council faces major turnover in 2026
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Lexington-Fayette County Council now has five council members not seeking reelection. There are 15 members on the council. Lisa Higgins-Hord, who serves District 6, announced Tuesday she would not seek reelection to her seat. Mayor Linda Gorton appointed Higgins-Hord to the position on Aug. 22,...
Lexington salon helps women veterans reclaim confidence through free wigs
It's said a woman's hair can be her crown — and for some, losing it can feel like losing a part of themselves.
Flu cases in Fayette County outpacing last year, arriving earlier than expected
Flu activity in Fayette County is already outpacing last year's numbers and arriving earlier than expected, according to health department data.
FCPS asking community’s help naming new elementary school
Fayette County Public Schools is asking for the community's help naming the newest elementary school in Lexington.
Lexington man with history of harassment, other charges makes 3rd run for city council
A man who was removed from a Fayette County conservation board after he was accused of threatening a fellow elected official is running for a Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council seat. Matt Miniard was removed by the Fayette County Conservation District board in 2023 after he failed to sign his oath of office. He...
Mo Dioubate rings the alarm bells as Kentucky stumbles again
Mo Dioubate was not a fan of how Kentucky played against Alabama. Even worse, he didn't like the way they prepared.
Kentucky man facing fraud charges after allegedly writing counterfeit checks
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A Kentucky man is facing charges after allegedly cashing four counterfeit checks. Bobby Mize, 64, allegedly wrote checks totaling to more than $7,000 in September 2024, according to a criminal complaint. Mize brought the checks to four Central Bank branches in Lexington, the complaint said,...
Lexington Herald-Leader sues Gov. Beshear’s office, claims violation of Open Records Act
The Lexington Herald-Leader filed a lawsuit against Gov. Andy Beshear’s administration over the Open Records Act.
Lexington fudge shop owner uses TikTok fame to tackle school lunch debt
Adam Dahl never expected his goofy TikTok videos would help feed thousands of students, but the owner of Dahlhus Fudge in Lexington has turned social media success into a mission.
Lexington man agrees to plead guilty in federal cocaine and machine-gun trafficking case
A Lexington man accused of selling cocaine and illegal machine guns to undercover federal agents has agreed to plead guilty, ending a case that federal prosecutors say involved multiple drug deals and the trafficking of fully automatic firearms in Fayette County. Chayanne Nolasco-Garcia, also known as “Spazz,”...
