Source: KYTC District 7 Press Releases

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has scheduled a right lane closure on I-64 westbound in Woodford County from Sept. 15-17 for concrete roadway maintenance repairs.

UK tight end Willie Rodriguez has been named to the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Watch List in recognition of his leadership and community service, particularly his work supporting children with disabilities and caring for his sister who has Rett syndrome.

Governor Beshear has appointed multiple Kentucky professionals to state boards and commissions, including several Lexington residents and experienced members to the Parole Board with decades of law enforcement and corrections experience.

Under Lexington’s Charter, the Mayor has 10 days to veto ordinances and resolutions passed by Council.

The City of Lexington announced paving work will begin September 16 in Chevy Chase as the final phase of a water main replacement project that has faced delays and complaints.

The Kentucky football game against No. 12 Alabama on September 12 has officially sold out, though verified resale tickets remain available. UK Athletics is warning fans about counterfeit tickets and encouraging purchases only through official channels.

Fayette County Public Schools has announced the six members of its superintendent screening committee, marking the first formal step in the district’s search for a new leader following former Superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins’ retirement.

Kentucky exported $47.9 billion in goods in 2024 as aerospace products became the state’s dominant export, accounting for nearly three-quarters of its transportation equipment shipments, according to a Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland analysis.

Fayette County Public Schools has named six committee members to lead the search for a new superintendent, fulfilling a state mandate to establish the screening panel within 30 days of the superintendent vacancy.

CommonSpirit Health awarded $20,000 in grants to art teachers at 12 Lexington elementary schools to support creative projects promoting kindness and empathy, announced Thursday as part of the health system’s 2026 Art of Humankindness Initiative.