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Lexington's "It Takes a Village" Summer Youth Program makes its own impact

It would probably be accurate to say many school-aged young people look forward to the summer months as a break from the rigors of schoolwork. For eight weeks this summer in Lexington, around 40 teenagers took part in the “It Takes a Village” Summer Youth Program.

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33rd annual Ballet Under the Stars comes to Lexington's Woodland Park

Woodland Park in Lexington is the spot for dancing through this weekend. It’s the 33rd rendition of “Ballet Under the Stars.”

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West Nile Virus detected in Louisville; Lexington free of mosquito-borne disease – so far

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, West Nile Virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental U-S. There are no vaccines to prevent it and no medications to treat it. Last week, the West Nile Virus was detected in mosquito traps set by the…

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Lexington high school to have first woman principal

When school resumes in Lexington August 16th, for the first time in school history, Lexington’s Tates Creek High will have a female principal.

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Lexington, other cities open cooling centers to beat the heat

In the midst of this week’s heat wave, Lexington and many other cities in central and eastern Kentucky opened up cooling centers to help folks beat the heat. The

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Ceiling work in the balcony of the Lexington Opera House prompts scheduling adjustments

The show must go on for some performances at the Lexington Opera House. But, a ceiling issue is creating some modifications in scheduling at the historic entertainment venue in downtown Lexington.

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Making a Splash in downtown Lexington's Charles Young Park

A ribbon cutting in downtown Lexington Thursday created quite a splash. Cool water on a hot day was a major theme of the event.

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Lexington officials distribute emergency radios to residents in 1,100-plus mobile homes

The Fayette County Emergency Management Agency has been busy the last few months distributing all-hazard weather radios in an effort to reach every mobile home resident.

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Lexington Solar Panel Initiative Sees Progress, Interest From Homeowners

A solar panel initiative from the city of Lexington is gaining traction among environmentally-minded homeowners.

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Lexington's Summer Youth Program participants recognized this week

Lexington city officials and various non-profit agencies are continuing to work on reducing youth violence. One such long-standing effort is found in the Summer Youth Program.

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New townhouses deemed affordable come to Lexington's East End

Downtown Lexington is seeing additional affordable housing units. A ribbon cutting Monday opens the door to more housing options in the East End.

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Keys to reducing pedestrian fatalities in Lexington lie inside and outside a vehicle

Pedestrian fatalities remain an ongoing concern in communities all across the country. Lexington has seen a significant number of pedestrian-vehicle incidents in recent years.

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Lexington artist tabbed for jail painting project

A Lexington native has been chosen to create original artwork to be displayed inside the Fayette County Detention Center.

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Land use advocacy group unsure of how long a court battle over Lexington's expansion could last

A Lexington non-profit with a focus on land use is seeking a re-do on the question of expansion when it comes to the urban county services boundary.

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Ugonna Onyenso out for a ‘couple of months’ due to injury on Kentucky basketball trip

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky sophomore Ugonna Onyenso will remain sidelined for “a couple of months” after sustaining an injury during the UK basketball trip to Canada for the GLOBL JAM tournament last week, coach John Calipari confirmed Tuesday afternoon.

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AAA Bluegrass: car thefts up in Kentucky, nationwide

The number of car thefts in Lexington and around the country is on the rise. Triple-A Bluegrass reports vehicle thefts nationwide topped the 1-million mark last year for the first time in 15 years.

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Lexington couple searches for history through Indian artifacts

Sam Dick traveled to Lexington to meet a couple really focused on collecting Indian artifacts like arrowheads

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WKU bicyclists to stop in Lexington during cross-country fundraiser to battle Alzheimer’s Disease

The latest bicycle trip across America by a group raising money for Alzheimer’s Disease research and support will pause for a fundraiser in Lexington Friday afternoon.

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Lex Litter Fest set for Lexington’s Castlewood Park Saturday

Lexington’s Castlewood Park will be the site of Saturday’s Lex Litter Fest. The event will include free food, prizes and information about the impact litter has on the environment.

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I-75, Harrodsburg Road rehab and resurfacing projects underway in around Lexington

Two major road projects will affect thousands of motorists traveling in and through Lexington.

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Lexington city leaders hear Annual Energy Improvement Fund Update with emphasis on renewable energy

Members of Lexington’s City Council heard an annual update on the city’s energy improvement fund Tuesday evening.

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Lexington’s Red Mile racing to get ready for sports betting

Lexington’s oldest racetrack is preparing for the new world of sports betting. The Red Mile, a harness racing track established in 1875, is one of nine applicants selected by the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission to host sports betting.

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Lexington Council gives full backing to new regs for short-term rentals

The Lexington City Council has given final approval to define and regulate short-term rental housing. Authors of the ordinance maintain it’s a middle-ground approach.

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Harry Dean Stantonfest, a tradition since 2011, returns to Lexington this weekend

A Kentucky native who appeared in more than 200 films will be honored in Lexington this weekend. Harry Dean Stanton grew up in West Irvine and attended college at the University of Kentucky.

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Marco Andretti on NASCAR future: "I'm open to all of it"

The 36-year-old grandson of racing legend Mario Andretti will make his NASCAR Truck Series debut on Saturday at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.

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