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LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 21, 2025) — Each summer, undergraduates at the University of Kentucky have the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in projects led by top researchers. Mentorship is a cornerstone of the UK Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR). Each year OUR presents mentor awards, recognizing faculty who provide outstanding guidance, foster exceptional undergraduate research experiences…

Lexington’s Public Art Commission is once again inviting local artists to submit original designs to be featured on utility boxes throughout Lexington-Fayette County. “Public art is a very important part of our community,” Mayor Linda Gorton said today. “This project expands our public art footprint, and allows us to share something meaningful and creative…

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) has honored Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government and Commerce Lexington with multiple 2025 Excellence in Economic Development Awards, recognizing the community’s leadership and collaborative approach in advancing growth and opportunity.  IEDC’s annual Excellence Awards celebrate the top projects, initiatives, and organizations from across the nation that exemplify innovation and…

On Thursday, Aug. 21, Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA), Lexington Parks and Recreation, and the Lexington Commission on Veterans’ Affairs hosted a ribbon-cutting for Veterans’ Unity Point.  Located in Kenwick Community Center, Veterans’ Unity Point provides a supportive and welcoming setting for veterans in Lexington, connecting those in need to resources and services.  VOA…

Video produced by UK Public Relations and Strategic Communication and UK Marketing and Brand Strategy. To view captions for this video, push play and click on the CC icon in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. If using a mobile device, click on the “thought bubble” in the same area. LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 20,…

Future changes to SNAP funding topic of committee August 20, 2025 Rep. Ken Fleming, R-Louisville, asks a question about the overlap in SNAP and Medicaid recipients during Wednesday’s Interim Joint Committee on Appropriations and Revenue meeting. A high-resolution photo can be found here. FRANKFORT — The Interim Joint Committee on Appropriations and Revenue received…

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 19, 2025) — Undergraduate students at the University of Kentucky who participate in research under the guidance of faculty mentors now have the opportunity to publish and broadly share the outcomes of their work and collaborative experiences. The second edition of Aperture Journal of Undergraduate Research (AJUR) is now available and highlights…

Performance review data shared with education committee August 19, 2025 Committee Co-Chair Sen. Stephen West, R-Paris, speaks during Monday’s meeting of the Interim Joint Committee on Education. A high-resolution photo can be found here. FRANKFORT — Lawmakers on the Interim Joint Committee on Education heard from Kentucky’s auditor of public accounts Monday about performance…

Kentucky Health News August is National Eye Exam Month, and state officials are encouraging Kentuckians to prioritize their eye health by making an appointment with their eye doctor. “Regular eye exams are an important part of taking care of your overall health, regardless of your age, so you can catch problems early and correct…