Family Business Flooded, Community Rallies

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Floodwaters obliterated Estes Auto Parts & Towing in Jessamine County, Kentucky, wiping out decades of family legacy—tow trucks, cars, engines, everything floated away. Owner Timmy Estes, vacationing in Florida, returned to find his business a total loss, but his community rallied like a force of nature, clearing debris and draining water like a bathtub. A historic bridge nearby became a trap for debris, prompting Estes to plead for years for wider openings—now he’s left rebuilding from scratch, insurance barely covering the basics. With a GoFundMe up, he’s determined to resurrect the family…