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By Paul Oliva, The Lexington Times LEXINGTON, Ky. — Emma Curtis, a transgender activist who was once a contender for the Democratic nomination for Kentucky’s House District 93, has officially rescinded her endorsement of Adrielle Camuel, the current Democratic nominee. The announcement came through a statement issued on Saturday, adding another layer of complexity…
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By Paul Oliva, The Lexington Times LEXINGTON, Ky. — Adrielle Camuel, the Democratic nominee for Kentucky’s House District 93, is facing backlash for her alleged transphobic remarks and actions, according to a press release issued by twelve transgender advocates Thursday. The statement, signed by leaders including Rebecca Blankenship and Emma Curtis, accuses Camuel of…
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by Paul Oliva, The Lexington Times LEXINGTON, Ky. — Here is a quick look at the Urban Growth Management Advisory Committee’s proposed urban expansion map. A public hearing is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12 in Council chambers at 200 E. Main St.
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by Paul Oliva, The Lexington Times Lexington, KY – A proposed mixed-use development across from Jacobson Park at 4075 Old Richmond Road is stirring up community debate as it heads for its first reading at the Urban County Council meeting on September 14. The developer, Anderson Communities, Inc., seeks to rezone the currently undeveloped land from…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Roller Derby of Central Kentucky (ROCK) is making a triumphant return to competitive play in Lexington for the first time since 2019. The announcement marks a significant moment for local sports, signaling not just a return to normalcy post-pandemic, but also a resurgence of an athletic community dedicated to empowerment and…
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By Paul Oliva, The Lexington Times LEXINGTON, Ky. — As the opioid crisis continues to ravage communities across the United States, the allocation of settlement funds has become a contentious issue. Lexington’s newly formed Opioid Abatement Commission is at a critical juncture, facing the monumental task of deciding how to best use these funds.…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. — A recent federal sentencing in the Eastern District of Kentucky has brought renewed attention to a growing national concern: the proliferation of Glock switches, small devices that can turn semi-automatic pistols into fully automatic weapons. On Thursday, an Indiana man was sentenced to 84 months for trafficking these machine gun conversion…
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by Paul Oliva Note: Identifying features of individuals and locations have been changed to protect the vulnerable. LEXINGTON, KY — Teams of volunteers hit the streets in Lexington on Wednesday, armed with clipboards and compassion, to administer a comprehensive survey under the aegis of local nonprofits. With winter fast approaching, this initiative is aimed…
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FRANKFORT, Ky. — In a move to commemorate the Labor Day weekend, the Kentucky House Democratic Caucus announced a comprehensive package of bills on Thursday aimed at uplifting working families. The suite of legislation seeks to re-establish pro-union and pro-worker measures, raise the minimum wage, and revamp benefits, among other things. “For more than…
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LEXINGTON, KY — In a move that has sparked both support and dissent among council members and the public, the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council passed ordinances Thursday setting ad valorem tax rates for the fiscal year 2023-2024. The decision comes after extensive discussions and debates, including a notable contribution from Councilmember Dave Sevigny. Financial…