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Residents debate downtown Main Street conversion to two-way traffic, with the mayor opposing the move and commenters split over traffic flow versus pedestrian safety. Other threads explored neighborhood pet emergencies, stormwater drain ordinances, and cherished local restaurants.

More Democrats are expected to participate in Kentucky’s Fancy Farm political picnic this year, marking increased party engagement at the traditional gathering known for sharp political speeches and energized crowds.

Governor Beshear announced appointments to several state boards and commissions, including medical professionals to the State Board of Medical Licensure and administrators to advisory councils overseeing health care and emergency response.

Gov. Andy Beshear said he was excluded from advance notification of a planned $100 billion data center investment in Paducah announced this week by Republican state officials, raising questions about the project’s coordination and state involvement.

Sharell Byrd and Ledarius Jackson purchased a home at 557 Shropshire Ave. with help from affordable housing programs as the city continues expanding homeownership opportunities through partnerships between the Housing Authority, REACH, Central Bank and the city.

Gov. Beshear announced that Archer Daniels Midland will invest $16 million to expand natural color production at its Northern Kentucky facility, creating over 40 full-time jobs to meet growing demand for clean-label food and beverage ingredients.

A traffic circle will be installed at Jesselin Drive and Heather Way in early August as part of Lexington’s Complete Streets initiative to improve safety and traffic flow.

The University of Kentucky men’s golf team announced its 2026-27 schedule featuring 10 regular season events, with the Cullan Brown Collegiate returning as a home tournament in October honoring a late Wildcat golfer.

Eastern Kentucky community health centers are establishing training and education programs to develop local healthcare workers and address persistent workforce shortages in the region.

Transylvania University announced it raised more than $8.65 million in its past giving year, the highest total in over a decade, with donations supporting scholarships and student programs.