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University of Kentucky Launches Initiative to Combat Climate Change and Flash Flooding in Eastern Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky. — A team of researchers at the University of Kentucky is embarking on a four-year project aimed at…

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Lexington Appoints Dr. Steve Davis as Interim Chief Administrative Officer of Health Board Amid Leadership Changes

Lexington has appointed Dr. Steve Davis as the interim chief administrative officer of the Lexington-Fayette County Board of Health. His…

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New Federal Lead-in-Water Regulations Require Kentucky Residents to Assess Plumbing Materials

Lexington, Ky. - New federal regulations aimed at improving lead-in-water standards have been enacted, marking the most significant reform in…

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Lexington Judge Rules Councilwoman Brenda Monarrez Sexually Assaulted Fellow Councilmember Denise Gray, Issues Three-Year Protection Order

Lexington — A Fayette Circuit Court judge ruled on Wednesday that Lexington Councilwoman Brenda Monarrez sexually assaulted fellow Councilwoman Denise…

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Lexington Confronts Urgent Affordable Housing Crisis with Over 22,000 Units Needed

Lexington Faces Affordable Housing Crisis, Needs Over 22,000 New Units Lexington is confronting a critical housing shortage, with a recent…

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Catholic Action Center Mobilizes Resources to Support Lexington’s Homeless as Winter Approaches

LEXINGTON, Ky. – As temperatures begin to drop, the Catholic Action Center is taking action to support the city’s homeless…

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Accused Deputy Murderer Steven Sheangshang Faces Status Hearing in Scott County Court

SCOTT COUNTY, KY. – A significant legal proceeding is set to take place on Monday, as Steven Sheangshang, the man…

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Board of Health Appoints Dr. Steve Davis as Interim Commissioner of Health in Kentucky

Lexington, Ky. — The Board of Health has appointed Steve Davis, MD, as the new Interim Commissioner of Health. The…

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Lexington Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Emergency, Proposes New Funding for Prevention Coordinator

Lexington is facing a growing crisis as local officials deem gun violence a public health emergency following a year-long investigation…

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Frederick Douglass High School’s Austin Harmon Excels as a Student-Athlete with a 4.0 GPA

Frederick Douglass Offensive Lineman Shines On and Off the Field Lexington, Ky. - Austin Harmon, an offensive lineman at Frederick…

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