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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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Hurricane Helene Causes Nationwide IV Fluid Shortage, Hospitals Implement Conservation Measures in Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky. – A nationwide shortage of IV fluids has emerged following the closure of Baxter International’s manufacturing facility in…

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Kentucky State Treasurer Mark Metcalf Addresses Nicholasville Rotary Club on Financial Oversight and Community Engagement

Nicholasville, Kentucky — On Monday, September 30, 2024, the Nicholasville Rotary Club welcomed Mark Metcalf, Kentucky’s 42nd State Treasurer, as…

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Bicyclist Seriously Injured in Collision on South Broadway in Lexington

Bicyclist Injured in Collision on South Broadway in Lexington LEXINGTON, Ky. — A bicyclist was injured following a collision at…

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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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Weekend Sports and Community Events Shine in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. – This weekend offers a vibrant mix of community events and sporting excitement for residents and visitors alike.…

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Attempted Kidnapping Raises Alarms in Georgetown Community as Parents Demand Increased Child Safety Measures

Georgetown, Ky. — A serious incident involving attempted kidnapping has raised concerns among local parents. Moises Vergara was arrested earlier…

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Preserving Kentucky’s Heritage: Young Mason Works to Restore Historic Stone Fences

Athens, Kentucky - On a rainy Friday morning, 25-year-old Will Gerrow, a student at the University of Kentucky, is hard…

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Fayette County Residents Awed by Spectacular Northern Lights from Rare Geomagnetic Storm

Fayette County experienced a spectacular natural phenomenon on Thursday night, October 10, 2024, as a severe geomagnetic storm illuminated the…

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Lexington Police Department Hosts ‘Faith and Blue’ Event to Strengthen Community Relations and Support Abuse Victims

Lexington, Ky. – The Lexington Police Department is set to host a community-focused event this Sunday, aimed at enhancing local…

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