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Planning Commission advises against large-scale solar on Lexington farmland. What’s next?
Lexington’s Planning Commission recommended against proposed rule changes that would allow large-scale solar projects in agricultural zones. Council will have the final say.
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McConnell moves to a rehabilitation center after hospital stay, shares photo with wife
Kentucky U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell said in a Sunday statement he fell before he was hospitalized last month and he has moved from being a hospital patient to “a rehabilitation center where I’ll keep regaining my strength.” “My doctors have confirmed that I didn’t break any bones or suffer a concussion. I didn’t have…
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Tharnish Returns to Kentucky for Senior Season
Kentucky outfielder Jayce Tharnish announced his return for his senior season after a breakout first year in the SEC, batting .351 with 84 hits and 32 stolen bases.
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South Carolina US Sen. Lindsey Graham dies after ‘brief and sudden illness’
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham died on Saturday night of a “brief and sudden illness,” the South Carolina Republican’s office announced early Sunday. “Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period,” the statement added. Graham, who turned 71 on Thursday, was a close ally of…
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Kentucky launches domestic violence data dashboard
Kentucky First Lady Britainy Beshear announced the launch of an interactive domestic violence data dashboard providing statewide and county-level information on domestic violence cases, shelters, and support services.
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Schools Superintendent Controversy, Portnoy’s Return, and VP’s Golf Visit Make Headlines
Residents debated the ongoing controversy surrounding FCPS Superintendent Demetrus Liggins, confirmed Vice President JD Vance’s golf visit, discussed extreme rainfall patterns, and rehashed Lexington SC’s latest loss to Louisville City FC.
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Rolling roadblocks scheduled on I-75 in Scott County for pothole repairs
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has scheduled rolling roadblock operations on Interstate 75 in Scott County for Monday, July 20 and Tuesday, July 21 to repair potholes, with operations running from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.
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UK’s Jelkin capped Day 1 of MLB Draft as final pick for Phillies
Kentucky pitcher Jaxon Jelkin was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies with the 135th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 MLB Draft, marking the final selection of Day 1. The Omaha native, who redshirted in 2025, went 8-3 with 106 strikeouts in his only season with the Wildcats.
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Lexington planners reject large-scale solar in farm zones
Lexington’s planning commission has rejected a recommendation that would have permitted large-scale solar projects in the city’s agricultural zones, citing concerns about farmland preservation.
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Tyler Bell Selected 10th Overall by Colorado Rockies in MLB Draft
University of Kentucky shortstop Tyler Bell was selected 10th overall by the Colorado Rockies in the 2026 MLB Draft, becoming the highest-drafted player under coach Nick Mingione and only the second Kentucky player ever picked in the top 10.