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Cyclosporiasis cases surge to at least 620 in Kentucky
Kentucky has confirmed at least 620 cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection typically spread through contaminated food or water. State health officials are investigating the outbreak source and urging residents to practice careful food safety measures.
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Business leaders launch $125 classroom fund for FCPS teachers
Business leaders in Lexington have created the Classroom Essentials Fund to give each FCPS teacher $125 for classroom supplies, responding to the district’s severe budget crisis.
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KYTC Announces Right Lane Closure on Paris Pike for Tree Cleanup
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will close the right lane on inbound Paris Pike (U.S. 27/68) between Iron Works Pike and Johnston Road on Thursday, Aug. 6, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for tree cleanup operations.
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KYTC postpones Richmond Road lane closure for tree trimming
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet postponed a scheduled daytime right lane closure on U.S. 25 (Richmond Road) in Fayette County for tree trimming operations, with updated scheduling information to be provided later.
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New fund gives Fayette teachers $125 for school supplies
A new community fund backed by local businesses provides Fayette County teachers with $125 each to purchase school supplies amid district budget cuts.
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KDE opens applications for 2026-2027 GoTeachKY Ambassadors
The Kentucky Department of Education is seeking applications for the 2026-2027 class of GoTeachKY Ambassadors, which serve as recruiters and advocates for the teaching profession in Kentucky. Applications close September 30.
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Federal government decertifying Kentucky organ donor group
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced during a University of Kentucky visit that the federal government is decertifying Network for Hope, a Kentucky-based organ procurement organization.
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UK Volleyball Aims for Title After Championship Loss
Kentucky volleyball is preparing for another championship run after finishing last season as the NCAA runner-up, with nearly every player returning and four Wildcats on the national player of the year watch list.
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PNC Foundation grant opens nature-based playground at Family Care Center
The Family Care Center in Lexington opened a new nature-based playground with support from a $75,000 PNC Foundation grant designed to enhance early childhood education and outdoor learning experiences.
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Lexington businesses launch $500K fund for teacher classroom supplies
A coalition of local businesses has launched the Classroom Essentials Fund, raising over $500,000 to help Fayette County Public Schools teachers buy classroom supplies for the 2026–27 school year. Elementary teachers will receive $125 allocations through a secure online purchasing platform.