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Road closure scheduled on Howards Mill Road for drain repairs
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will close KY 1331 (Howards Mill Road) in Montgomery County on Aug. 27 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for cross drain repairs near Stepstone Road.
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Keeneland opens doors to 2,600 fifth graders for career exploration week
Keeneland is hosting approximately 2,600 fifth graders from Fayette County schools this week for hands-on learning about Kentucky’s Thoroughbred industry and related careers.
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Long John Silver’s launches fried pickles as chain chases trending flavors
Long John Silver’s is adding hand-battered fried pickles and Old Bay ranch sauce to its nationwide menu starting Aug. 24, leveraging the seafood chain’s signature batter to capitalize on the pickle food trend.
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Lexington Senior Center marks decade of service with celebration
The Lexington Senior Center will celebrate its 10-year anniversary on Sept. 9 with Mayor Linda Gorton attending. The milestone comes as the city’s senior population—nearly 25 percent of residents over age 60—continues to grow, with a new $24 million senior center opening later this year in Shillito Park.
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Senate race, wages, and ren faire dominate r/Lexington conversation
r/Lexington residents debate Andy Barr’s Senate campaign and campaign funding, weigh in on a $13/hour job posting amid cost-of-living concerns, and share mixed reviews of the weekend Renaissance Faire.
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4 new immigration-detention habeas petitions filed in E.D. Kentucky
Four new immigration-detention habeas corpus petitions were filed in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky between August 14 and August 18, 2026. The filings bring the year-to-date total in the district to 192 such petitions.
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Sayre’s Strong Soccer Start Against Dickson County
Sayre girls’ soccer defeated Dickson County 9-0 at home.
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Whitesburg mosaic transforms broken treasures into community healing
A new public mosaic in Whitesburg, Kentucky incorporates broken treasures and personal mementos donated by community members, commemorating the July 2022 flood while celebrating the region’s natural beauty.
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No. 4 Pitt Ends UK Volleyball’s Undefeated Start With Four-Set Win
No. 4 Pittsburgh defeated No. 3 Kentucky 3-1 in the AVCA First Serve event, handing the Wildcats their first loss of the season. Kentucky will return home to host the Bluegrass Battle at Historic Memorial Coliseum beginning August 28.
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Lexington Government Center reopens after plumbing emergency
The Lexington Government Center at 200 E. Main St. will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday after a plumbing emergency forced early closure Friday. Repairs were completed over the weekend.