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Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Lexington News Today is your daily 2-minute briefing on the stories shaping Lexington, Kentucky. From local government and business developments to community events, education, sports, and breaking news, we deliver the headlines that matter most—fast. Stay informed, connected, and up to date with Lexington's latest news, every day, in just a few minutes powered by AI.
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EMT Files Second Lawsuit Against Woodford EMS | Lexington News
Another former EMT is suing Woodford County EMS, accusing paramedic David Grubb of sexual harassment and a toxic work environment—including racist slurs…
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Lexington Cameras Spark Privacy Debate | Lexington News
Lexington’s city council is caught in a heated debate over Flock cameras—automated license plate readers installed across the city. Critics call them invasive…
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East End Center Access Crisis | Lexington News
Residents in Lexington’s East End are sounding the alarm that the Charles Young Community Center—once a beloved, open-access haven for kids and families—is now…
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Kentucky Teacher Certifications Get a Major Update | Lexington News
Kentucky’s teacher certification is getting a major upgrade—elementary now covers K–6, middle spans 4th–9th, and high school goes from 7th–12th. A new general…
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New Principal Leads Deaf School Forward | Lexington News
A new era begins at the Kentucky School for the Deaf as Justin Padgett, an 18-year veteran educator with degrees from Midway College, Campbellsville…
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Ten Million Dollar Ham for Charity | Lexington News
A ten-million-dollar bid for Kentucky’s famed country ham isn’t just a record-breaking sale—it’s a powerful philanthropic pledge. Winning bidders Kelly and Joe…
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Kentucky Youth Academy Graduates | Lexington News
Thirty-six Kentucky teens just graduated from the State Police Youth Academy — a high-impact, hands-on program designed to spark interest in public safety…
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Kentucky Teachers’ Pensions Crush Targets | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Teachers’ Retirement System just smashed its investment returns again—posting a 15.04% gain for the fiscal year, marking the fourth straight year of…
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More Homes, Higher Prices in Kentucky | Lexington News
Central Kentucky’s housing market is booming with record inventory and soaring prices—over 4,300 homes for sale in July, the most in seven years, while sales…
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Lexington Development Plans on Hold | Lexington News
Lexington’s Planning Commission hit pause on major development projects, including Mt. Laurel Lands’ proposed 21-shop complex on Old Paris Road, due to…
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Freeman Automation Expands in Kentucky | Lexington News
Freeman Automation is investing $1 million to expand into Graves County, bringing 20 new full-time jobs and relocating to a larger facility set to open by…
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Kentucky Librarian in National Teacher Race | Lexington News
Holly Daugherty, a librarian from Whitley City, Kentucky, is one of six national finalists for the Toyota Family Teacher of the Year award—honoring educators…
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Zoning Delays on Two Major Projects | Lexington News
Two major zoning proposals are hitting pause as the Urban County Planning Commission weighs their alignment with community goals. Mount Laurel Lands seeks to…
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Chicken Salad Chick Tops Emerging Brands | Lexington News
Chicken Salad Chick just smashed it—crowned the top emerging dining brand in America, beating giants like Cook Out and Just Salad. Atlanta’s favorite chicken…
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Crystal Gayle Finds Kindness in Kentucky | Lexington News
Crystal Gayle returns to her Kentucky roots for a heartfelt TV project spotlighting kindness, filming “Finding Kindness: Kentucky Strong” across Winchester and…
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Black Lung Crisis Hits Younger Miners | Lexington News
Black lung is roaring back with terrifying speed—hitting miners younger and faster than in half a century. As coal seams shrink, miners are exposed to deadly…
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Remembering Comair Flight 5191 | Lexington News
Twenty years after the tragic crash of Comair Flight 5191, Lexington came together in grief and strength, honoring the 49 lives lost on that fateful morning…
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Remembering Comair Flight 5191 | Lexington News
Twenty years ago, Comair Flight 5191 vanished in a tragic crash just after takeoff from Lexington, Kentucky, claiming 49 lives—only one survivor. Governor Andy…
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Appalachian Literary Arts Festival Launches | Lexington News
Morehead, Kentucky just kicked off its first-ever Appalachian Literary Arts Festival—a vibrant three-day celebration of storytelling, music, and visual art…
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Jackie Celebrates Cancer-Free Victory with Kayak 5K | Lexington News
Jackie Arnold is officially cancer-free, thanks to the unwavering support of her late son Clayton—whose spirit guided her through treatment and still whispers…
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Berea’s Full Financial Freedom Pledge | Lexington News
Berea College is launching the “Financial Freedom Pledge” in fall 2027, covering full cost of attendance—including tuition, housing, food, and fees—for over…
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Kentucky Hospitals at Crossroads | Lexington News
Kentucky’s rural hospitals hang in the balance as a fierce political showdown erupts between Congressman Andy Barr and Governor Andy Beshear over who’s to…
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Remembering the 49 Lost on Comair Flight 5191 | Lexington News
On a fateful August day two decades ago, Comair Flight 5191 vanished from the sky just after takeoff, claiming 49 lives in a tragedy that shattered a Kentucky…
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Former Camp Director Faces Theft Charges | Lexington News
A former camp director for Trooper Island, a program designed to uplift underprivileged kids, is facing felony theft charges for allegedly siphoning hundreds…
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Kentucky’s Big Wins in Q1 2026 | Lexington News
Kentucky’s hitting new highs with $4.4 billion in Q1 2026 investments across 16 major projects, creating jobs and upgrading industrial sites — while expanding…
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Kentucky State Police Gets New Water Patrol Boat | Lexington News
Kentucky State Police just got a game-changing water asset: a brand-new Metal Shark 23 Relentless patrol boat, the first since 1993. Equipped with police-grade…
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Beshear Challenges Data Center Tax Breaks | Lexington News
Governor Andy Beshear is fighting back against Kentucky’s sweeping tax breaks for data centers, calling them unnecessary for wealthy tech giants and demanding…
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Kentucky's Camping Law Escalates | Lexington News
Kentucky’s crackdown on “unlawful camping” is backfiring—charging 460 people in one year, up from 438 the prior year—while housing costs soar and services…
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Kentucky Schools Lead in Safety Compliance | Lexington News
Kentucky schools are hitting safety milestones—with 99.81% of public schools now compliant under the School Safety and Resiliency Act, thanks to a 28% surge in…
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Nurse Practitioner Named Hometown Hero | Lexington News
Trenna Vandergrift, a 17-year veteran nurse practitioner at Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, just earned Hometown Hero honors from Modern Woodmen of…
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Dockery Convicted in Webb Shooting | Lexington News
Brandon Dockery was found guilty of murder in the June 2021 shooting death of Raymar Webb — a case that exploded with national attention because Dockery was on…
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Harrison Elementary Reborn for Arts and Preschool | Lexington News
Harrison Elementary is back in preschool mode—after years away—and it’s bigger, brighter, and bursting with art. Renovated for $18 million over 18 months, the…
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Kentucky Jobs Hold Steady Amid Shifts | Lexington News
Kentucky’s unemployment rate held steady at 4.7% in July, slightly up from last year but matching June’s figure — while the national rate dipped to 4.1%…
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Beauty Industry Boom and Business Skills | Lexington News
The personal beauty services market is exploding, set to hit $233 billion globally by 2025—with U.S. numbers nearing $76 billion—and it’s growing at a steady…
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Kentucky Ham Sells for $10M to Charity | Lexington News
A ten-million-dollar bid for Kentucky’s famed Country Ham—backed by philanthropists Kelly and Joe Craft and Central Bank—sets a new record, with funds going…
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Army’s Nuclear Energy Push | Lexington News
The Army’s launching a bold new nuclear energy push, with Kentucky leading the charge as one of five sites chosen to host small, safe, and secure…
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MegaFit Meals Expands in Kentucky | Lexington News
MegaFit Meals, the Kentucky-based meal prep powerhouse, is pouring $9.25 million into expanding its Calvert City facility to fuel nationwide demand from…
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Freeman Automation Invests in Graves County | Lexington News
Freeman Automation is dropping a cool $1 million in Graves County, bringing 20 new jobs and fueling Kentucky’s economic boom — part of over $50 billion in…
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MegaFit Meals Expands in Western Kentucky | Lexington News
MegaFit Meals is investing $9.25 million to build a 40,000-square-foot facility in Western Kentucky, creating 40 new jobs and expanding their workforce past…
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Lightning Strike Suspected in Park Fire | Lexington News
A lightning strike is the top suspect in a sudden fire at Lake Barkley State Resort Park’s dining hall—caught early by a construction crew who called 911…
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Brandon Dockery's Trauma and Trial | Lexington News
Brandon Dockery, convicted of murder in Lexington, took the stand again during sentencing, apologizing for the fatal shooting of Webb in 2021 and laying bare…
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Kentucky Measles Surge Hits 29 Cases | Lexington News
Kentucky’s measles outbreak is escalating—29 confirmed cases this year, the highest since 1991, with 10 new cases in just one week. August alone saw 17 cases…
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Coach Accused of Sending Obscene Images to Minors | Lexington News
Coach Phillip Hawkins of Henry Clay High School is facing serious allegations — including a charge of first-degree distribution of obscene material to minors —…
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Ten Million for a Ham | Lexington News
A record-breaking $10 million bid for a single country ham at Kentucky’s annual Farm Bureau breakfast turned into a massive charity win—Kelly and Joe Craft…
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Lexington Apartments Face Forced Sale | Lexington News
Four LLCs tied to the DeRosa Group face over $425,000 in fines for code violations across 684 Lexington apartment units since 2023, with less than $90,000 paid…
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Students Use AI as Co-Pilots, Not Drivers | Lexington News
College students are embracing AI as a study partner—not a replacement—using it for brainstorming, editing, and outlining while keeping the final creative…
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Kentucky Reevaluates Data Center Tax Breaks | Lexington News
Kentucky lawmakers are rethinking massive, no-strings-attached tax breaks for data centers—some lasting up to 50 years—that could cost the state billions and…
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Solar Farms on Farmland Sparks Debate | Lexington News
Fayette County just made a bold move—voting 8 to 7 to allow massive solar farms in agricultural zones, potentially covering up to 2,000 acres. Supporters say…
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Lexington Lights Up for Dolly Parton | Lexington News
Lexington turned downtown pink Wednesday night in a dazzling tribute to Dolly Parton, lighting up parks, venues, and the pavilion with a sea of pink to…
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Remembering Madison County’s Six Lost on Flight 5191 | Lexington News
Twenty years after the tragic crash of Comair Flight 5191, which claimed 49 lives—including six from Madison County—communities gather to remember. The…
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Remembering Comair Flight 5191 | Lexington News
Twenty years after Comair Flight 5191’s tragic crash—claiming 49 lives and shattering Lexington’s skies—the State Botanical Garden is hosting a solemn public…
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Rep Fleming Honored for Medicaid Dental Reform | Lexington News
State Rep. Ken Fleming just earned top honors from the Kentucky Dental Association, receiving the Presidential Citation Award for his relentless push to…
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Kentucky’s ESOP Boom | Lexington News
Kentucky’s business future hinges on what happens when owners retire—over half the state’s businesses are run by folks 55+, meaning countless companies will…
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Ivan Rice Honored for Community Journalism | Lexington News
Ivan Rice, Kentucky’s beloved local sports journalist and first Black recipient of the Al Smith Award for public service through community journalism, is set…
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Chris Bochenek: Steady Hand for Survivor Support | Lexington News
Chris Bochenek, a Cincinnati native with decades of experience in banking and philanthropy, has been honored with the Ion Center’s Icon Award for her…
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Beat the Heat Safely This Season | Lexington News
School’s back, the sun’s blazing, and outdoor fun is heating up — but don’t let the heat catch you off guard. This episode breaks down how to stay safe: ease…
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CBP Seizes $9M in Fake Luxury Goods | Lexington News
Customs agents in Louisville uncovered a massive shipment of counterfeit luxury goods worth over $9 million, including fake Rolexes, Louis Vuittons, and…
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Kentucky Sporting Clays Championship Returns | Lexington News
Three hundred shotgunners from 20 states are set to battle it out at the Kentucky State Sporting Clays Championships this Thursday at Elk Creek Hunt Club—just…
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Florence City Investing Smarter | Lexington News
Florence is turning its city reserves into a money-making machine—earning nearly $2.6 million annually in interest without raising taxes or fees—by smartly…
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Ohio River Swim Postponed for Safety | Lexington News
The Great Ohio River Swim has been postponed to September 13th due to unsafe river conditions — current too strong at over one mile per hour. Safety is the top…