Source: Fayette County Public Schools

Fayette County Public Schools held its inaugural Athletic Summit on June 23 with about 250 coaches and athletic directors, featuring Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman as keynote speaker urging educators to believe in their students’ potential.

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council is scheduled to discuss multiple proposals at its June 23 work session, including a $11.8 million inmate healthcare agreement and a tech internship pilot program, though no votes are expected at the preliminary meeting.

A Laurel County judge has ruled that embattled London Mayor Randall Weddle is ineligible to be a candidate in the town’s upcoming mayoral election.

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky began production of the all-new RAV4 Hybrid and broke ground on a $922 million advanced paint facility as part of $2 billion in recent investments. The Georgetown plant, which employs nearly 10,000 workers, will also launch the Highlander Battery Electric Vehicle in September 2026.

Lexington Parks & Recreation is celebrating National Parks & Recreation Month in July with summer programs and activities, while local businesses support tree planting through special product releases benefiting Trees Lexington nonprofit.

The University of Kentucky gymnastics team announced its 2027 home schedule, featuring five regular season meets including non-conference opponent Ohio State and SEC rivals LSU, Auburn, Arkansas and Alabama, all held at Historic Memorial Coliseum.

The LFUCG Budget, Finance & Economic Development Committee is scheduled to consider infrastructure funding plans, a technology internship pilot program, and 911 service funding alternatives at its June 23 meeting.

The University of Kentucky’s Wildcat Pulling Team returned from the international ASABE tractor competition with multiple awards and extended its three-year undefeated streak in heavyweight pulls, marking another successful year for the 25-year legacy program.

Three Fayette County Public Schools principals—Alexander Butler, Felicia Lindsay, and Holly Vogler—have completed the year-long Kentucky Chamber Foundation Leadership Institute for School Principals, joining a graduating class of 44 educators from across the state.

Shelby County’s tourism economy reached $103 million in 2025, surpassing $100 million for the first time, marking the fifth consecutive record year and doubling Kentucky’s statewide growth rate.