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Right Lane of Main Street Closed Friday for Routine Repairs
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will close the right lane of U.S. 25 (Main Street) between North Broadway and Jefferson Street in Lexington on Friday, Oct. 16, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for routine roadway repairs, weather permitting. Motorists should exercise caution and check GoKy.ky.gov for updates, as the schedule is tentative.
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15 Fayette County Schools Named 2026 Green School Champions
Fayette County Public Schools has named 15 campuses 2026 Green School Champions for achievements in sustainability literacy, environmental impact, and student and staff wellness. Five schools were recognized in all three categories.
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Hume Bedford Pike to Close Oct. 15 for Cross Drain Replacement
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will close Hume Bedford Pike (KY 1939) in Fayette County from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, to replace a cross drain. Detour routes include Russell Cave Road, Elizabeth Station Road/Greenwich Pike and U.S. 460.
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Gorton urges PSC to reject Kentucky American rate hike
Mayor Linda Gorton told the Kentucky Public Service Commission on Oct. 13 that she opposes Kentucky American Water’s request for higher rates, tying the request to a city construction complaint the PSC recently rejected with leave to refile. The company says the increase funds more than $100 million in water system investments.
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Lafayette, Mary E. Britton, Liberty Win Area 6 Cross Country Titles
Lafayette High, Mary E. Britton and Liberty won top team honors at the Area 6 cross country championships on Oct. 10 at Masterson Station Park, and two Fayette County athletes took individual titles. Jessie Clark also earned the girls middle school 4K team championship.
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Lexington council committee hears stormwater update, overhauled snow plan
Lexington’s Environmental Quality & Public Works Committee received an annual stormwater program update and a revised snow and ice control plan on October 13. The snow plan, which merges street ranks and adds contractors and a public dashboard, followed criticism of the city’s January winter storm response.
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Council Hears Homelessness Task Force Priorities, Weighs Public Safety Contracts
The Lexington council’s Tuesday work session included a presentation on the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness’s priority recommendations, including a proposed central intake system. Members also considered contracts for 911 crisis support, police DNA services and fire mental health counseling.
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Lexington Unveils 44-Page Snow and Ice Plan, Its Biggest Overhaul in 30 Years
Lexington’s Environmental Quality and Public Works department is presenting a 44-page snow and ice plan described as the biggest overhaul of the city’s winter weather response in 30 years. Officials say the plan will be tested and revised as weather patterns change.
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Lexington unveils biggest snow, ice plan overhaul in 30 years
Lexington’s mayor’s office announced a rewritten snow and ice plan that it calls the largest overhaul in 30 years, which will be presented to a council committee on Oct. 13. The changes follow criticism of the city’s response to a winter storm earlier this year.
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Lexington Hosts Household Hazardous Waste Day on Oct. 17
Lexington-Fayette County residents can drop off paints, cleaners, batteries, electronic waste and vape products at a Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 1631 Old Frankfort Pike. The city urges proper disposal to prevent pollution and fires.