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Lexington celebrates 4th of July downtown - WKYT
Lexington celebrates 4th of July downtown WKYT
Published on 4 July 2025 | 10:49 pm
Illinois woman drowns after ATV crash at Southern Kentucky park - Lexington Herald Leader
Illinois woman drowns after ATV crash at Southern Kentucky park Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:34 pm
Celebrating July 4th at the Lexington County Peach Festival - WLTX
Celebrating July 4th at the Lexington County Peach Festival WLTX
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:11 pm
Lexington's Brayden Fogle makes college football commitment to Georgia - Mansfield News Journal
Lexington's Brayden Fogle makes college football commitment to Georgia Mansfield News Journal
Published on 4 July 2025 | 6:51 pm
Man accused of robbing, threatening victim with knife at Lexington motel - WKYT
Man accused of robbing, threatening victim with knife at Lexington motel WKYT
Published on 4 July 2025 | 6:35 pm
Minuteman to Bulldog: Lexington’s Fogle commits to play at Georgia - Richland Source
Minuteman to Bulldog: Lexington’s Fogle commits to play at Georgia Richland Source
Published on 4 July 2025 | 6:02 pm
49th Annual Bluegrass 10,000 run kicks off July Fourth celebrations - WKYT
49th Annual Bluegrass 10,000 run kicks off July Fourth celebrations WKYT
Published on 4 July 2025 | 5:21 pm
Kentucky women’s basketball is heading to Puerto Rico for Thanksgiving - Chat Sports
Kentucky women’s basketball is heading to Puerto Rico for Thanksgiving Chat Sports
Published on 4 July 2025 | 4:47 pm
Thousands gather in Gilbert as Lexington County Peach Festival heats up - WACH
Thousands gather in Gilbert as Lexington County Peach Festival heats up WACH
Published on 4 July 2025 | 4:29 pm
Kentucky WBB set to face Maryland, Morgan State in Discover Puerto Rico Shootout - On3.com
Kentucky WBB set to face Maryland, Morgan State in Discover Puerto Rico Shootout On3.com
Published on 4 July 2025 | 3:09 pm
UK doctor who went missing after hike on Alaskan cruise found dead - Lexington Herald Leader
UK doctor who went missing after hike on Alaskan cruise found dead Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 4 July 2025 | 2:59 pm
UK track and field alumni win the day at 2025 Bluegrass 10,000 - Lexington Herald Leader
UK track and field alumni win the day at 2025 Bluegrass 10,000 Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 4 July 2025 | 2:54 pm
Lexington man allegedly broke ex-girlfriend’s door down with bike, punched her - FOX 56 News
Lexington man allegedly broke ex-girlfriend’s door down with bike, punched her FOX 56 News
Published on 4 July 2025 | 1:37 pm
Lexington shares video of new Gatton Park set to open downtown in August - WTVQ
Lexington shares video of new Gatton Park set to open downtown in August WTVQ
Published on 4 July 2025 | 12:43 pm
Downtown Lexington roads closed Friday for Fourth of July celebrations - WTVQ
Downtown Lexington roads closed Friday for Fourth of July celebrations WTVQ
Published on 4 July 2025 | 12:42 pm
Meet Kailey Boyles: Miss Lexington All American - LEX18
Meet Kailey Boyles: Miss Lexington All American LEX18
Published on 4 July 2025 | 12:38 pm
Kentucky Will Play Maryland, Morgan State in Discover Puerto Rico Tournament - BVM Sports
Kentucky Will Play Maryland, Morgan State in Discover Puerto Rico Tournament BVM Sports
Published on 4 July 2025 | 12:05 pm
One On One: Historian recounts Lexington's long tradition of July 4 celebrations - WUKY
One On One: Historian recounts Lexington's long tradition of July 4 celebrations WUKY
Published on 4 July 2025 | 10:00 am
Kentucky basketball alumni team set for Year 2 in TBT. What to know about La Familia squad - The Courier-Journal
Kentucky basketball alumni team set for Year 2 in TBT. What to know about La Familia squad The Courier-Journal
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:12 am
KSR Today: UK Athletics takes over the SEC Network - On3.com
KSR Today: UK Athletics takes over the SEC Network On3.com
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:12 am
Taking care of itself: Lexington Local Schools to establish tax policy for district - Mansfield News Journal
Taking care of itself: Lexington Local Schools to establish tax policy for district Mansfield News Journal
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:11 am
Nori food machine offers more fresh food options in Lexington - Spectrum News | Milwaukee
Nori food machine offers more fresh food options in Lexington Spectrum News | Milwaukee
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:00 am
Lexington’s lesser-known stories are on display at history museum - Lexington Herald Leader
Lexington’s lesser-known stories are on display at history museum Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:00 am
Police: Body of Lexington woman who disappeared during Alaska cruise stop found - LEX18
Police: Body of Lexington woman who disappeared during Alaska cruise stop found LEX18
Published on 4 July 2025 | 3:08 am
Fourth of July celebrations in the WKYT viewing area - WKYT
Fourth of July celebrations in the WKYT viewing area WKYT
Published on 4 July 2025 | 1:43 am
Lexington to host free July 4th celebration with 246th Army Band - Cola Daily
Lexington to host free July 4th celebration with 246th Army Band Cola Daily
Published on 4 July 2025 | 1:00 am
Lexington County gears up for 65th Peach Festival - WLTX
Lexington County gears up for 65th Peach Festival WLTX
Published on 3 July 2025 | 11:41 pm
Former LexCath star Potter having a blast with Wildcats - Kentucky Today
Former LexCath star Potter having a blast with Wildcats Kentucky Today
Published on 3 July 2025 | 11:08 pm
Hugh Freeze Blames Auburn Recruiting Struggles on Programs who are Cheating the System - On3.com
Hugh Freeze Blames Auburn Recruiting Struggles on Programs who are Cheating the System On3.com
Published on 3 July 2025 | 11:03 pm
FOUR DOWNS: Who could step up for Cats to surpass expectations? - On3.com
FOUR DOWNS: Who could step up for Cats to surpass expectations? On3.com
Published on 3 July 2025 | 10:14 pm
Kentucky women’s basketball to spend Thanksgiving weekend in Puerto Rico - Yahoo Sports
Kentucky women’s basketball to spend Thanksgiving weekend in Puerto Rico Yahoo Sports
Published on 3 July 2025 | 10:11 pm
How Kentucky’s US representatives voted on Donald Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ - Lexington Herald Leader
How Kentucky’s US representatives voted on Donald Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 3 July 2025 | 6:46 pm
One person, two pets exposed to rabies in Lexington County - WIS News 10
One person, two pets exposed to rabies in Lexington County WIS News 10
Published on 3 July 2025 | 6:43 pm
Jackson plays ball with 'Hootie' and the Lexington Blowfish - army.mil
Jackson plays ball with 'Hootie' and the Lexington Blowfish army.mil
Published on 3 July 2025 | 6:21 pm
FIRST ALERT | Chris Bailey has a great fireworks forecast - WKYT
FIRST ALERT | Chris Bailey has a great fireworks forecast WKYT
Published on 3 July 2025 | 6:14 pm
Mike & Patty’s opens in Lexington; Darling debuts in Cambridge - The Boston Globe
Mike & Patty’s opens in Lexington; Darling debuts in Cambridge The Boston Globe
Published on 3 July 2025 | 5:43 pm
Lexington gears up for full day of fun at Festival of the Lakes - WBBJ TV
Lexington gears up for full day of fun at Festival of the Lakes WBBJ TV
Published on 3 July 2025 | 4:40 pm
Man charged with murder in Nicholasville Road shooting in Lexington - Lexington Herald Leader
Man charged with murder in Nicholasville Road shooting in Lexington Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 3 July 2025 | 3:55 pm
‘People in KY are going to die’ because of Trump’s Big, Beautiful Bill | Opinion - Lexington Herald Leader
‘People in KY are going to die’ because of Trump’s Big, Beautiful Bill | Opinion Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 3 July 2025 | 3:53 pm
SC Water Utilities addresses Oak Grove water woes, repair underway - WLTX
SC Water Utilities addresses Oak Grove water woes, repair underway WLTX
Published on 3 July 2025 | 2:42 pm
Water main break repaired in Lexington County, boil water advisory remains in effect - WLTX
Water main break repaired in Lexington County, boil water advisory remains in effect WLTX
Published on 3 July 2025 | 2:42 pm
Which city is more boring — Lexington or Louisville? Here's what one study said. - The Courier-Journal
Which city is more boring — Lexington or Louisville? Here's what one study said. The Courier-Journal
Published on 3 July 2025 | 2:04 pm
Five-star freshman Kaelyn Carroll has been a 'seamless fit' for Kentucky WBB - On3.com
Five-star freshman Kaelyn Carroll has been a 'seamless fit' for Kentucky WBB On3.com
Published on 3 July 2025 | 1:14 pm
Kentucky’s Mount Rushmore of QBs - Saturday Down South
Kentucky’s Mount Rushmore of QBs Saturday Down South
Published on 3 July 2025 | 1:00 pm
Minister from Mt Sterling makes news by strengthening faith with psychedelic drugs | Opinion - Lexington Herald Leader
Minister from Mt Sterling makes news by strengthening faith with psychedelic drugs | Opinion Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 3 July 2025 | 9:30 am
Several Kentucky grocery stores close early for July 4. What about liquor stores? - Lexington Herald Leader
Several Kentucky grocery stores close early for July 4. What about liquor stores? Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 3 July 2025 | 8:45 am
Red, white and hmm...What Lexington thinks about patriotism this July 4th - Lexington Herald Leader
Red, white and hmm...What Lexington thinks about patriotism this July 4th Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 3 July 2025 | 8:30 am
Four-star QB set to announce college decision - 247Sports
Four-star QB set to announce college decision 247Sports
Published on 3 July 2025 | 5:00 am
Lexington Stryders continue to train after big win - WKYT
Lexington Stryders continue to train after big win WKYT
Published on 3 July 2025 | 3:09 am
11 Personnel E315: Kentucky Recruiting Chatter with Justin Rowland - On3.com
11 Personnel E315: Kentucky Recruiting Chatter with Justin Rowland On3.com
Published on 3 July 2025 | 12:03 am
LIST: Celebrations and firework displays around central Kentucky - LEX18
LIST: Celebrations and firework displays around central Kentucky LEX18
Published on 2 July 2025 | 11:20 pm
'I don't want to be homeless': Lexington tenants claim property manager stole money and left the state - LEX18
Published on 2 July 2025 | 10:09 pm
Former UK football star and first-round draft pick being sued for sexual assault - A Sea Of Blue
Former UK football star and first-round draft pick being sued for sexual assault A Sea Of Blue
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:54 pm
35% of KY children would not qualify for full tax credit under Trump spending bill - Lexington Herald Leader
35% of KY children would not qualify for full tax credit under Trump spending bill Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:25 pm
Desserts linked to salmonella outbreak - Spectrum News | Milwaukee
Desserts linked to salmonella outbreak Spectrum News | Milwaukee
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:16 pm
Salmonella outbreak linked to pies sold in Lexington, health department says - WKYT
Salmonella outbreak linked to pies sold in Lexington, health department says WKYT
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:00 pm
News Flash • Holiday Info, Closures, & Delays - Town of Lexington, MA (.gov)
News Flash • Holiday Info, Closures, & Delays Town of Lexington, MA (.gov)
Published on 2 July 2025 | 8:24 pm
18 Lexington violence prevention groups get $150K in grants. Where’s the money going? - Lexington Herald Leader
18 Lexington violence prevention groups get $150K in grants. Where’s the money going? Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 8:11 pm
Ky. health, economic groups voice concerns about proposed Medicaid cuts - WKYT
Ky. health, economic groups voice concerns about proposed Medicaid cuts WKYT
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:52 pm
Lexington woman credits lucky fortune cookie for big online Kentucky Lottery win - Lexington Herald Leader
Lexington woman credits lucky fortune cookie for big online Kentucky Lottery win Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:30 pm
Two arrested in connection with Lexington shooting - WKYT
Two arrested in connection with Lexington shooting WKYT
Published on 2 July 2025 | 6:48 pm
Maxwell Hairston named in civil suit alleging sexual assault while at Kentucky - On3.com
Maxwell Hairston named in civil suit alleging sexual assault while at Kentucky On3.com
Published on 2 July 2025 | 6:45 pm
Solar farms face an uphill battle in Lexington. ‘Agricultural economy at risk.’ - Lexington Herald Leader
Solar farms face an uphill battle in Lexington. ‘Agricultural economy at risk.’ Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 5:48 pm
Brooks Houck’s sister testifies in Crystal Rogers murder trial: ‘I was paranoid’ - Lexington Herald Leader
Brooks Houck’s sister testifies in Crystal Rogers murder trial: ‘I was paranoid’ Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 5:37 pm
Kentucky's SEC Network "Takeover" on Thursday features best games from 2024-25 season - On3.com
Kentucky's SEC Network "Takeover" on Thursday features best games from 2024-25 season On3.com
Published on 2 July 2025 | 5:16 pm
Former UK player, Bills draft pick Maxwell Hairston accused of sexual assault - Lexington Herald Leader
Former UK player, Bills draft pick Maxwell Hairston accused of sexual assault Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 5:10 pm
Car shot 22 times at Ky. intersection; two children among those hurt - WKYT
Car shot 22 times at Ky. intersection; two children among those hurt WKYT
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:59 pm
The $1.5 billion Xerox-Lexmark deal is now final. Here’s what we know - Lexington Herald Leader
The $1.5 billion Xerox-Lexmark deal is now final. Here’s what we know Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:59 pm
Sexual assault lawsuit filed against former UK football player Maxwell Hairston - LEX18
Sexual assault lawsuit filed against former UK football player Maxwell Hairston LEX18
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:48 pm
Inside Look: Char coffee bar and restaurant - Lexington Herald Leader
Inside Look: Char coffee bar and restaurant Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:31 pm
Three Kentucky Wildcats Earn Preseason All-SEC Nods from Athlon - On3.com
Three Kentucky Wildcats Earn Preseason All-SEC Nods from Athlon On3.com
Published on 2 July 2025 | 2:30 pm
Kentucky to eliminate faculty, staff ticket discounts in wake of revenue sharing - Lexington Herald Leader
Kentucky to eliminate faculty, staff ticket discounts in wake of revenue sharing Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 1:56 pm
What we still don’t know about Kentucky’s 2025-26 basketball schedule - Lexington Herald Leader
What we still don’t know about Kentucky’s 2025-26 basketball schedule Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 10:30 am
Can Nate Morris go from unknown to U.S. Senate nominee? Kentuckians sound off - Lexington Herald Leader
Can Nate Morris go from unknown to U.S. Senate nominee? Kentuckians sound off Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:00 am
Why one of Lexington’s best sandwiches is made only 2 days a week - Lexington Herald Leader
Why one of Lexington’s best sandwiches is made only 2 days a week Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:00 am
Film Room: Denairius Gray - On3.com
Film Room: Denairius Gray On3.com
Published on 2 July 2025 | 6:35 am
‘It’s a frightful bill’: Lexington residents react to ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ - WKYT
‘It’s a frightful bill’: Lexington residents react to ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ WKYT
Published on 2 July 2025 | 2:31 am
Sports ‘Around Town’ schedule for Lexington, Kentucky, for July 2-8, 2025 - Lexington Herald Leader
Sports ‘Around Town’ schedule for Lexington, Kentucky, for July 2-8, 2025 Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 2:00 am
The wait is over: Former Kentucky basketball star Jaxson Robinson lands NBA deal - Lexington Herald Leader
The wait is over: Former Kentucky basketball star Jaxson Robinson lands NBA deal Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 2 July 2025 | 1:16 am
Former UK swimmer Riley Gaines reacts to transgender ruling involving Lia Thomas - Lexington Herald Leader
Former UK swimmer Riley Gaines reacts to transgender ruling involving Lia Thomas Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 10:46 pm
Infant shooting victim celebrates her 5th birthday in Lexington - LEX18
Infant shooting victim celebrates her 5th birthday in Lexington LEX18
Published on 1 July 2025 | 10:03 pm
Lexington pie shop closes amid salmonella outbreak. Here’s when it will reopen - Lexington Herald Leader
Lexington pie shop closes amid salmonella outbreak. Here’s when it will reopen Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 9:37 pm
Fourth of July celebrations scheduled in Lexington - LEX18
Fourth of July celebrations scheduled in Lexington LEX18
Published on 1 July 2025 | 8:39 pm
Part of I-75 blocked after crash involving semi - WKYT
Part of I-75 blocked after crash involving semi WKYT
Published on 1 July 2025 | 8:16 pm
Man tackled woman, removed his clothes during Lexington assault, citation says - WKYT
Man tackled woman, removed his clothes during Lexington assault, citation says WKYT
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:26 pm
Here’s what time July 4 fireworks start in Lexington — and how long they’ll last - Lexington Herald Leader
Here’s what time July 4 fireworks start in Lexington — and how long they’ll last Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 6:39 pm
The Apostols’ Family: The Billy Strings Moment in Lexington - - Saving Country Music
The Apostols’ Family: The Billy Strings Moment in Lexington - Saving Country Music
Published on 1 July 2025 | 6:31 pm
Popular Texas-based boot retailer is coming to Lexington. Here’s when and where - Lexington Herald Leader
Popular Texas-based boot retailer is coming to Lexington. Here’s when and where Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 6:13 pm
Good Question: What happened to the mural at the intersection of Quality St and E Vine? - WKYT
Good Question: What happened to the mural at the intersection of Quality St and E Vine? WKYT
Published on 1 July 2025 | 5:36 pm
Fourth of July Festival – what a year! - City of Lexington, Kentucky (.gov)
Fourth of July Festival – what a year! City of Lexington, Kentucky (.gov)
Published on 1 July 2025 | 5:01 pm
Kentucky’s Paul, McConnell split on Trump-backed ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Senate vote - Lexington Herald Leader
Kentucky’s Paul, McConnell split on Trump-backed ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Senate vote Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 4:55 pm
A future rural doctor’s plea: don’t cut Medicaid in Appalachia or anywhere else | Opinion - Lexington Herald Leader
A future rural doctor’s plea: don’t cut Medicaid in Appalachia or anywhere else | Opinion Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 3:38 pm
‘Coon hunters’ tip led KY investigators to car connected to Crystal Rogers - Lexington Herald Leader
‘Coon hunters’ tip led KY investigators to car connected to Crystal Rogers Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 3:38 pm
Elon Musk: ‘I will’ support Thomas Massie in expected Trump-backed GOP primary - Lexington Herald Leader
Elon Musk: ‘I will’ support Thomas Massie in expected Trump-backed GOP primary Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 3:07 pm
Do the Three Stooges in the KY GOP Senate primary owe some loyalty to McConnell? | Opinion - Lexington Herald Leader
Do the Three Stooges in the KY GOP Senate primary owe some loyalty to McConnell? | Opinion Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 2:58 pm
‘She goes out and takes control.’ LexCath runner named state’s top track athlete - Lexington Herald Leader
‘She goes out and takes control.’ LexCath runner named state’s top track athlete Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 2:57 pm
Pair accused of stealing wallet from elderly victim at Lexington Walmart, police say - WIS News 10
Pair accused of stealing wallet from elderly victim at Lexington Walmart, police say WIS News 10
Published on 1 July 2025 | 2:54 pm
Fresh seafood, rum drinks coming ashore as Lexington favorite returns after 2 years - Lexington Herald Leader
Fresh seafood, rum drinks coming ashore as Lexington favorite returns after 2 years Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 1 July 2025 | 11:47 am
Linda Davis Obituary - Lexington, SC - Dignity Memorial
Linda Davis Obituary - Lexington, SC Dignity Memorial
Published on 30 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Kentucky Wildcats Sports News - Lexington Herald Leader
Kentucky Wildcats Sports News Lexington Herald Leader
Published on 13 December 2017 | 9:30 pm