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Shock Gloves, Superintendent’s Exit, and Student Housing Debate
Lexington residents today debated Compliant Technologies’ ICE shock glove contract, Superintendent Liggins’ retirement amid financial turmoil, South Limestone restaurant closures tied to student housing, and local law enforcement raids.
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Transfer Gaerte Stepping In to Fill Hudson’s Large Shoes
Notre Dame transfer Morgan Gaerte is stepping into a key role for Kentucky volleyball after Eva Hudson’s departure, bringing All-ACC credentials and a willingness to move to right side for the Wildcats’ pursuit of a 10th consecutive SEC title.
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Decorated Rifler Ceccarello Joins UK Coaching Staff
Sofia Ceccarello, a decorated UK rifle standout with nine first-team All-America honors, joins the UK coaching staff as a graduate assistant coach for the 2026-27 season.
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Vaccination Gaps, Jury Duty Questions, and Hospital Prepayments Top r/Lexington
Community members discuss vaccine hesitancy in Kentucky parenting groups, jury postponement options, bridge art proposals, hospital prepayment disputes, and birthing experiences.
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Planning Commission eyes Winchester Road safety, zoning revisions
The Lexington Planning Commission will discuss the Winchester Road Corridor Study update and consider two zoning ordinance amendments at a work session on August 20, with no votes expected at the preliminary meeting.
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City eases yard debris disposal after severe storms
Lexington eases yard debris disposal requirements following severe storms that brought record rainfall and downed trees on August 11-13. Residents can leave storm debris at the curb without bundling for one week.
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Planning Commission set to consider 594-unit White Farm development, Two Keys patio amendment
The Urban County Planning Commission will consider a 594-unit White Farm residential development on Richmond Road and an amended plan for Two Keys Tavern at its August 13 meeting.
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Lexington residents invited to shape parks future through community conversations
Lexington Parks & Recreation is hosting community conversations throughout August to gather resident input for the Discover Great Places + Green Spaces Parks & Recreation Master Plan, which will guide parks and recreation improvements over the next decade.
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UK Cross Country Opens Season in Knoxville, Eyes National Championships
Kentucky cross country releases its 2026 fall schedule, opening September 11 at the Tennessee Invitational and concluding with the NCAA Championships in November under new head coach Tito Medrano.
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Setter O’Brien Readies for Sophomore Season After Historic Freshman Year
Kentucky volleyball setter Kassie O’Brien, the AVCA National Freshman of the Year, prepares for her sophomore season after leading the Wildcats to last year’s NCAA championship match.