
By Dr. Susanne ArnoldUniversity of Kentucky If you or a loved one is facing a cancer diagnosis, you may want to consider discussing clinical trial options with your oncologist or health care team. For many people who have cancer, clinical trials can offer hope and access to innovative treatments that may offer better outcomes…
If you take cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins, you may have noticed a flurry of news coverage since late October 2025 about an extensive recall of thousands of bottles of atorvastatin, the generic version of Lipitor. Both generic atorvastatin and brand-name Lipitor contain the same active ingredient, atorvastatin calcium, and are considered bioequivalent by the…

250Lex will celebrate all things arts in November as it kicks off the eleventh month of the City’s year-long celebration of its 250th anniversary. “Lexington is a talented community, with so many wonderful artists with creative perspectives to showcase, and this month we are doing exactly that,” Mayor Linda Gorton said. “The arts connect…

Kentucky Health News Entrepreneur and philanthropist Tom Golisano announced Oct. 28 that the University of Kentucky and UK HealthCare will receive a historic $50 million gift to transform pediatric health care in Kentucky. Golisano of Rochester, N.Y., is the founder of Paychex, the nation’s largest human resource company for small to medium-sized businesses, and the Golisano Foundation.…

By Sarah LaddKentucky Lantern Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency Friday, Oct. 31, and directed $5 million from the state’s budget reserve trust fund to food banks that are part of the Feeding Kentucky network. This came on the same day a federal judge ruled that the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s…

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…

Governor also declares state of emergency and orders funds to food bank network FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 31, 2025) – Days after challenging the Trump administration over its unlawful suspension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, Gov. Andy Beshear announced today that a federal judge has ruled in favor of Kentucky, 24 other states…

Tomorrow, Lexington’s “A Sense of Place” initiative will dedicate a new historic marker at Cadentown Cemetery, honoring the lives and legacy of those laid to rest there. “Cadentown is a very important piece of our city’s history, and we are proud to continue our work to preserve its history for future generations,” Mayor Linda…

Expect delays on New Circle Road westbound between 7 a.m. Sunday – 7 a.m. Monday LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 31, 2025) – Construction for the New Circle Road (KY 4) Widening project in Lexington will require a temporary lane and ramp closure on New Circle Road eastbound (inner loop) on Sunday, Nov. 2. The closures are…

Expect delays on New Circle Road LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 31, 2025) – Construction for the New Circle Road (KY 4) Widening project in Lexington will require a temporary lane closure on Leestown Road (US 421) in both directions beginning tonight, Friday, Oct. 31. The closure is necessary to remove the existing pavement and construct the pavement…