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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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KYTC District 7 personnel will report this evening
A quick winter system will be moving in for tomorrow morning LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 7, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises that crews will report at midnight this evening. Contractors will report for work a few hours later. A quick system is forecasted to move in during the Monday morning commute. Personnel will treat…
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Council advances new city hall proposal
In a Tuesday, December 2nd meeting, Council narrowly advanced a public-private partnership (P3) proposal to build a new city hall on Vine Street. The 8-7 Council vote in favor of the proposal was contentious. Opponents questioned whether Lexington should commit $152.5 million over the next 35 years given uncertainty at the federal level and other pressing…
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City awards capital grants to 13 local nonprofits
The City of Lexington is again awarding capital project grants to nonprofit agencies, Mayor Linda Gorton announced today. “The City’s nonprofit capital grants provide critical resources to local agencies doing great work in our community,” Gorton said. “In many cases, traditional grants available to nonprofits grants do not allow for capital expenditures. That is…
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Gov. Beshear Orders Flags to Half-Staff for National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 5, 2025) – Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in observance of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is in memory and honor of the more than 2,400…
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Lane Closure Scheduled for Cherry Blossom Way/US 62 in Scott County
Concrete repair operations LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 5, 2025) – Concrete repair operations are necessary for a section of Cherry Blossom Way/US 62 in Scott County. One lane will remain open at all times. Monday, December 8 through Friday, December 12 – 8 a.m. Monday until 4 p.m. Friday a right/slow lane closure will be in effect…
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Spring 2026 student parking permit sales start Dec. 8
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 5, 2025) — University of Kentucky Transportation Services will offer 2026 student spring semester parking permits for sale online and on-site starting 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 8. These permit options are for students who do not currently have a parking permit, but need one, or those who chose to purchase a fall 2025 semester periphery permit, as…
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Drivers should remain on alert
Drivers should remain on alert Low temperatures continue LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 4, 2025) – Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that the forecast is being monitored closely by the District 7 Office. Drivers should remain aware as temperatures decline. Tips for driving during snow and icy conditions: Alter travel plans to avoid driving during…
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Gov. Beshear Provides Team Kentucky Update
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 4, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided updates on bridge improvements; Pre-K for All; improvements at Kentucky State Parks; funding from the Delta Regional Authority; progress on well capping; upgrades at law enforcement training facilities; and a new emergency response mobile unit. Dr. Steven Stack, secretary of the Cabinet for…
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Gov. Beshear: 43 Local Kentucky Chambers of Commerce Support Pre-K for All
Local chambers submitted letter to the General Assembly advocating for expanding preschool access for Kentucky 4-year-olds FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 4, 2025) – Today, 43 local Kentucky chambers of commerce endorsed Gov. Andy Beshear’s Pre-K for All initiative, urging the Kentucky General Assembly to make expanding access to pre-K for all 4-year-olds a top priority…