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Mayor delays enforcement of sidewalk shoveling ordinance
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Mayor Linda Gorton said today she is continuing to delay the enforcement of the ordinance requiring residents to shovel their sidewalks. “While clear sidewalks are important, currently, the ice makes it dangerous for many residents to clear their sidewalks,” Gorton said. “The ordinance allows the Mayor to delay enforcement until weather conditions improve.”
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UK-CARES’ State of the Science highlights awardees, launches 2026 pilot funding
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As the state’s flagship, land-grant institution, the University of Kentucky exists to advance the Commonwealth. We do that by preparing the next generation of leaders — placing students at the heart of everything we do — and transforming the lives of Kentuckians through education, research and creative work, service and health care. We pride ourselves…
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26-OMD-028 – Katie Johnson/London City Council
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Opinion Number: 26-OMD-028 Date Issued: 1/28/2026 Parties: Katie Johnson/London City Council Download Full PDF Opinion Content: January 28, 2026 In re: Katie Johnson/London City Council Summary: The London City Council (“the Council”) did not violate the Open Meetings Act (“the Act”) by holding its meeting at a location that was inconvenient to the public.…
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26-OMD-029 – Rhonda Blake & Leslie Saylor/Bell County Solid Waste 109 Board
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Opinion Number: 26-OMD-029 Date Issued: 1/28/2026 Parties: Rhonda Blake & Leslie Saylor/Bell County Solid Waste 109 Board Download Full PDF Opinion Content: January 28, 2026 In re: Rhonda Blake & Leslie Saylor/Bell County Solid Waste 109 Board Summary: The Office of the Attorney General (“the Office”) lacks jurisdiction to consider a complaint alleging that…
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26-ORD-030 – Melanie Barker/Cabinet for Health and Family Services
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Opinion Number: 26-ORD-030 Date Issued: 1/28/2026 Parties: Melanie Barker/Cabinet for Health and Family Services Download Full PDF Opinion Content: January 28, 2026 In re: Melanie Barker/Cabinet for Health and Family Services Summary: The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (“the Cabinet”) did not violate the Open Records Act (“the Act”), when it fulfilled a…
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26-ORD-031 – Daniel Woodie/Kenton County Clerk’s Office
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Opinion Number: 26-ORD-031 Date Issued: 1/28/2026 Parties: Daniel Woodie/Kenton County Clerk’s Office Download Full PDF Opinion Content: January 28, 2026 In re: Daniel Woodie/Kenton County Clerk’s Office Summary: The Kenton County Clerk’s Office (“the Agency”) did not violate the Open Records Act (“the Act”) when it denied a request for public records because the…
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Mayor to end state of emergency, city offices reopen
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Mayor Linda Gorton today ended the city’s state of emergency, and planned to reopen city offices at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28. “Although the bitter cold continues, our road crews have made progress,” Gorton said. “A delayed start Wednesday is a safer choice for our employees, and for anyone who has business with the…
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District 7 Crews Continue Winter Weather Operations
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Motorists urged to use caution while traveling LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan 27th, 2026)— Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 7 crews remain actively engaged in winter weather operations as cold temperatures continue. Crews are continuing to plow and treat roadways, focusing on Priority B and C routes while also addressing Priority A routes and turn lanes,…
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Lexington city offices to reopen Wednesday
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Lexington city offices will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 28, on a two-hour delay. Government offices that are not involved in winter weather response will open at 10 a.m. Wednesday. “Although the bitter cold continues, our road crews have made progress,” Mayor Linda Gorton said. “A delayed start time will help employees get to work safely.”
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Gov. Beshear Provides Update on State’s Response to Winter Storm System
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Kentucky remains under Extreme Cold Warning until 11 a.m. EST; power outages have fallen significantly, road work continues FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 27, 2026) – Gov. Andy Beshear provided the latest update on response efforts to the weekend’s winter storm, along with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Secretary Jim Gray and Kentucky Emergency Management (KYEM) Director…