Source: City of Lexington Mayor’s Office

Simon Sheather, dean of University of Kentucky’s Gatton College of Business and Economics, retired June 26 after eight years that saw enrollment nearly double and the MBA program reach record national rankings.

The Kentucky State Fair Board will meet on July 1 at 4:15 p.m. Eastern as preparations continue for the fair’s August 20-30 run at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

Kentucky’s Teachers Advisory Council met on June 17 to provide input on House Bill 257, a major overhaul of the state’s assessment and accountability systems that shifts focus toward individual student growth and community-developed measures of school quality.

LexTran announced detours for multiple bus routes on July 3 and 4, 2026, as Lexington hosts Independence Day events including the 50th annual Bluegrass 10,000 race, parade, and fireworks.

LexTran will extend service on all routes Saturday, July 4, with final departures as late as 12:20 a.m. to accommodate Lexington’s Fourth of July celebration, including fireworks set to begin at 10 p.m. downtown.

The University of Kentucky placed 124 student-athletes on the 2026 SEC Spring Academic Honor Roll, with the STUNT team leading all programs with 47 selections. All 23 varsity programs achieved a team GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Kentuckians living with addiction can call Kentucky’s help line at 833-859-4357.

Lexington will host a free, family-friendly watch party on July 1 at the Kentucky Theatre downtown as Team USA faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in a FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match, with members of the Lexington Sporting Club on hand to meet fans.

University of Kentucky assistant professor Yeonjung Kang received the 2026 Outstanding Teaching Award for her work preparing future hospitality leaders through a teaching philosophy centered on critical thinking, active learning, and equity.