Local/Regional News

Euclid Kroger Proposal Clears Planning Commission, Despite Objections

Josh James — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:29:57 +0000

LEXINGTON, Ky. - Plans to demolish and rebuild the Kroger located on Euclid Avenue are moving forward, over the objections of some neighborhood residents. Opponents of the expansion failed to sway members of Lexington’s Urban County Planning Commission during a four-hour meeting Thursday.

Broadway Live Season To Feature Multiple Tony-Award Winners

WUKY Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:36:05 +0000

LEXINGTON, Ky. - Tony Award Winning musicals Chicago, Million Dollar Quartet, and Memphis highlight the upcoming season of the Broadway Live Series at Lexington’s Opera House.

Natural Gas Conference Held in Lexington

Chase Cavanaugh — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:55:14 +0000

LEXINGTON,KY-- The Kentucky Clean Fuels Coalition held a conference on compressed natural gas in Lexington Thursday.

Tea Party Wins Round In Health Care Reform Lawsuit

Associated Press — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:49:09 +0000

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- The tea party won the first round Thursday in a lawsuit that questions the legality of the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange that Gov. Steve Beshear set up last year by executive order.

Franklin County Circuit Judge Phillip J. Shepherd refused to dismiss the lawsuit, as had been requested by attorneys for the state.

Moment Of Silence Observed For Slain Classmate

Alan Lytle — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:21:30 +0000

LEXINGTON, Ky. - Faculty, staff, and students at Bryan Station High School observed a moment of silence on Thursday in honor of 18 year old Patrick Puckett, who died of a gunshot wound Wednesday night.

Puckett was a starting linebacker for the school the past two seasons but had recently transferred to Henry Clay High School.

Assistant Principal John Barnes said it was a somber day on campus.

Collection Rate Down for LEXserv Fees

Brenna Angel — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:17:25 +0000

LEXINGTON, Ky. - The city of Lexington is losing out on millions of dollars in water quality, sanitary sewer, and landfill fees because some residents aren’t paying their monthly LEXserv bills.

West Sixth Brewery Take Logo Dispute To The Web

Josh James — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:07:23 +0000

LEXINGTON, Ky. - A trademark dispute between local West Sixth Brewing and Vermont-based brewer Magic Hat has found its way onto many Facebook news feeds in Lexington. The online campaign was sparked by a lawsuit filed by Magic Hat last week.

Foundation's New HQ Offers Improved Visability/Accessibility

WUKY Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:07:23 +0000

LEXINGTON, Ky. - A major non profit networking group has cut the ribbon on its new headquarters in Lexington’s Woodland Triangle. The Blue Grass Community Foundation completed the move from its 12^th floor downtown offices to a more visible spot across from the Ramsey’s Restaurant on High Street.

Coal Jobs In Kentucky At Lowest Point Since 1950

Associated Press — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:25:33 +0000

LEXINGTON, Ky. -- A state report shows the number of coal jobs in Kentucky has dwindled to its lowest point since 1950.

The Lexington Herald-Leader cited data from the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet in reporting that the 13,109 people worked in the coal industry during the first quarter of 2013. The newspaper reports that is the least amount of workers since state officials began keeping records in 1950.

Richie Farmer's Sister Resigns From Kentucky Registry Of Election Finance

Associated Press — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:22:07 +0000

FRANKFORT, Ky. - Former Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer's sister has resigned as assistant executive director of the Kentucky Registry of Election Finance.