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Clerical error stopped Democrats from voting in narrow primary, Jefferson clerk says
LOUISVILLE — Jefferson County Clerk David Yates says “a clerical error by a former employee” prevented eight voters from casting a ballot in the 44th House District during Kentucky’s May primary. In that race, incumbent Rep. Beverly Chester-Burton, D-Shively, lost by five votes to Democratic challenger Kenya Wade. No recanvass was requested. Yates wrote…
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Viral church skit fuels debate; commenter calls out Reddit culture
Residents debated a viral video of a church vacation Bible school performance that included simulated executions, discussed their views on retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell, clashed over how to address homelessness and social media mockery, and swapped warnings about a suspected parking lot scam.
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Blue Grass Airport opens 815-space parking expansion
Blue Grass Airport completed a parking expansion adding 815 spaces as part of its $500 million Future LEX development program, responding to record passenger growth that exceeded 1.6 million travelers in 2025.
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FCPS to Interview Substitute Bus Drivers, Monitors July 7
Fayette County Public Schools is hiring substitute bus drivers and bus monitors for the 2026-27 school year, with interviews scheduled for July 7 at the John D. Price Administration Building. Selected candidates will receive paid training starting July 27.
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Lexington Opens $3M Grant Program for Nonprofit Opioid Initiatives
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government is opening a $3 million grant program for nonprofit organizations addressing opioid use disorder and overdose prevention in Fayette County, with proposals due after July 2.
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Lawmakers’ civics center mandate at UK is an unwise intrusion
When the Kentucky General Assembly could not reconcile the House and Senate versions of Senate Bill 4 — a measure best known for restructuring the Jefferson and Fayette county school boards — its free conference committee added something neither chamber had debated: a Center for American Civics at the University of Kentucky. UK never…
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UK partners with Compass Group on food services
The University of Kentucky has formalized a food services partnership with Compass Group, a major private enterprise services organization, though questions persist about impacts on current employees regarding job security and benefits.
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LFUCG to weigh 2% pay raise, Sister Cities Commission changes
The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council will consider a 2 percent pay raise for municipal employees and changes to the Sister Cities Program Commission’s governance structure at its Wednesday meeting.
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UK history program marks nation’s 250th anniversary with ‘Celebrating 1776’ series
The University of Kentucky Department of History is marking America’s 250th anniversary with a “Celebrating 1776” series featuring lectures, events and courses that encourage critical reflection on the nation’s founding and its lasting legacy.
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Liggins seeks Kentucky AG opinion in superintendent case
Fayette County Schools Superintendent Demetrus Liggins is seeking a legal opinion from Kentucky’s attorney general regarding his case, marking an escalation in efforts to address his ongoing legal situation.