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STREEET Safety Task Force presents ideas for improving Lexington streets
In Tuesday, October 7th’s Council Work Session, Councilmembers will hear recommendations from the STREEET Safety Task Force for policies and programs LFUCG can implement to improve street safety throughout Lexington. 💼 Download the Presentation: You can review the presentation slides starting on page 75 of this packet. You can also read more detailed information…
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What’s LFUCG’s plan to plow roads and sidewalks this winter?
In Tuesday, October 7th’s Environmental Quality and Public Works (EQPW) Committee, Streets and Roads Director Rob Allen will present an overview of the City’s plan for winter weather this season. 💼 Download the Presentation: You can review the presentation slides starting on page 39 of this packet. The biggest difference between this year’s snow…
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Traffic pattern changes for Richmond, Madison County
Traffic pattern changes for Richmond, Madison County 5Ks and Festivals in Downtown Richmond LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 3, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of traffic changes scheduled for Richmond, Madison County. Temporary adjustments will be necessary for the weekend events happening in downtown Richmond on October 3rd and 4th. The Richmond Police…
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Lane closures scheduled for Lexington Road/US 68 in Mercer County
Lexington Road/US 68 in Mercer County Stabilization operations LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 3, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of scheduled lane closures for Lexington Road/US 68 in Mercer County. The temporary lane closures are necessary for cribbing work. Cribbing is a construction technique that involves creating temporary structures to support heavy loads. It…
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Closure for Paris Pike/US 68 in Fayette County
Tree removal operations LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 3, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a scheduled road closure. The temporary closure will be necessary for tree removal operations. Monday, Oct. 6 – 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Paris Pike/US 68 a lane closure will be in effect for the left/fast lane at…
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Two juveniles charged in connection with Osage Ct Robbery
Two juveniles have been charged in connection with a robbery and shots-fired incident that occurred overnight on Osage Court. On October 3, 2025, around 1:30 am, officers in the area of Woodhill Drive and Osage Court heard gunshots and were flagged down by an individual about a robbery that had just occurred. The victim…
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Gov. Beshear Provides Team Kentucky Update
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 2, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided updates on economic development; funding to improve bridges; RISING, a documentary from Team Kentucky; and medical cannabis. Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman provided an update on the new Kentucky State Police (KSP) Drivers’ Skills Pad. Dr. Steven Stack, secretary of the Cabinet for Health…
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Gov. Beshear Proclaims October as Manufacturing Month in Kentucky
Industry continues to drive job gains, higher wages for Kentuckians FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 2, 2025) – Kentucky is a national leader in manufacturing, and today, Gov. Andy Beshear proclaimed October as Manufacturing Month, recognizing the industry as an essential driver of the commonwealth’s record economic growth and job creation. “Manufacturing is a huge reason…
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West Nile Update Press Release 10-02-25
State issues Health Alert for mosquito-borne illnesses as Lexington-Fayette County Health Department reports 4th case of West Nile (10-02-25) On September 30, 2025, The Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) issued a Health Alert regarding an increase in Mosquito-borne Illnesses in Kentucky including West Nile Virus (WNV) and La Crosse virus. In Kentucky, 19…
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UK Fire Cats are ready when the call comes
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 2, 2025) — Ben Geverdt doesn’t talk like a recruiter’s brochure. He speaks with the authority of a crew boss, someone who has experienced the fire line and understands the importance of shifting conditions. However, Geverdt isn’t a grizzled old hand. He’s a University of Kentucky forestry junior and this year’s crew…