Extreme cold that arrived late Saturday night forced Lexington to extend winter weather shelter operations, with facilities running at full capacity to accommodate anyone seeking warmth and safety.
The New Life Center, which typically serves about 50 clients during moderate weather, saw that number jump to approximately 80 people per day when arctic temperatures hit the region.
“Coffee, donuts, case management, which is me,” said Chris Primeaux with New Life Center. “We help them get their identification, help them get jobs, housing, warm clothes. We’re handing out sleeping bags, gloves, hand warmers.”…