UK lands quarterback Zach Calzada from the transfer portal
First quarterback to land at UK this offseason
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A quick shot of wintry weather is on the way as we close out the fall season
Light snow accumulations look possible in spots late Friday
It was definitely a dreary and chilly Thursday across Central and Eastern Kentucky as a persistent and stubborn low level cloud deck kept the sunshine away and temperatures below average. As is usually the case behind departing storm systems this time of the year, the low level moisture won out with overcast conditions much of the day, although we did…
“It’s Bourbon Night” pod-casters Sara Ahlgrim and Chad Perkins
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Phil Hawkins is Henry Clay’s new Head Football Coach
Hawkins previously was the head coach at Bryan Station
Blue Devils Media LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Phillip Hawkins is the new Head Football Coach at Henry Clay High School. The former Bryan Station head coach moves across town to Fontaine Road after five successful seasons on the Northside. Former Henry Clay head coach Demetrius Gay stepped down after the 2024 season. A news conference to announce Hawkins will…
Rising demand: local restaurant addresses food insecurity
The Frankfort restaurant is providing locally sourced food to those in need
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Locals Food Hub and Pizza Pub combines a food distribution center, a SNAP grocery store, and a restaurant. Each week, they provide boxes of food donations to the community, highlighting the importance of supporting local farmers. “We distribute over 240 boxes a week, every week they go to different organizations but then we…
Lexington Recycling Center reopens following new upgrades
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — The Lexington Recycling Center was shut down for ten days while a new piece of equipment was being installed, and infrastructure was being upgraded. “We recover recyclable materials here and we package them and bale them up for shipment to our buyers,” Julie Hatter with the Materials Recovery Facility said. Both the baler…
Chilly Thursday ahead of Friday snow showers
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Thursday! We have lingering clouds and chilly conditions in the forecast for your Thursday. Afternoon highs will struggle to reach the upper 30s and low 40s across southern Kentucky. While it won’t feel particularly warm, it’ll still be a relatively calm day to get outside if you don’t mind the chill. Changes Coming…
Woodford Humane Society Save Matching Fund
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Construction worker hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being hit by car in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A construction worker is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a car late Monday night in Lexington. According to the Lexington Police Department, the incident occurred around 11:40 p.m. near the intersection of West New Circle Road and Leestown Road, shutting down the outer loop of New Circle Road for…
GoFundMe launched for Anderson County teen killed in tragic crash
ANDERSON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A GoFundMe campaign has been created to assist the family of 16-year-old Colton Fridh, a student at Anderson County High School who tragically died in a car crash earlier this week. Officials say Fridh died Monday after his vehicle collided with a tree. The fundraising campaign, which aims to help cover funeral expenses,…
New crosswalk installed at Clays Mill Road and Harrodsburg Road to enhance pedestrian safety
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A new crosswalk has been installed at the intersection of Clays Mill Road and Harrodsburg Road, aiming to improve pedestrian safety in the area. According to the City of Lexington, the crosswalk includes three sections equipped with walk signals. These include: One crossing for Clays Mill Road. Two crossings for Harrodsburg Road, separated by…
Kentucky man arrested in Ohio for attempted murder
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Madison County man is in custody, accused of a violent stabbing incident in Ohio last month. According to ABC affiliate WCPO, police say 31-year-old Michael Bowlin drove to Mount Adams on November 29th and allegedly stabbed a man more than 12 times. The attack, caught on camera, reportedly shows Bowlin sneaking up…
AAA predictions for holiday travel
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – More than 1.5 million Kentuckians are gearing up to hit the roads and skies for the year-end holidays, contributing to a record-breaking 119 million travelers nationwide, according to AAA. AAA is urging travelers to exercise caution on the roads. Drivers are reminded to stay alert, avoid distractions, and buckle up as they navigate the…
11th annual youth coat drive wraps up
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Believing in Forever Inc. is concluding its 11th annual “A Coat to Keep the Cold Away” youth coat drive, delivering more than 1,000 brand-new coats to children across Eastern Kentucky and beyond. On Wednesday, the organization distributed coats to communities in Winchester, Hazard, and Morehead, ensuring children in need are prepared to stay warm…
Local Superintendent reacts to latest school shooting
"Every time that happens it definitely hits close to home for us."
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A shooting this week, at a private school in Madison, Wisconsin has shocked the nation, as officials look into the motive behind the fatal tragedy. Police say the shooter was a 15-year old girl, and that she killed a teacher and a student, before taking her own life. Sara Crum, the Superintendent of…
Mark Pope praises Ohio State ahead of New York City matchup
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Chilly and unsettled weather to close out the fall season
Temperatures will feel more like December in the coming days
With a wave of low pressure and a frontal boundary sliding through the heart of the commonwealth it was a wet Wednesday across the area especially during the morning hours. Steady rain and even a few rumbles of thunder made for a damp and dreary day with most locations picking up one inch plus totals by the time showers moved…
New Programming for FCS Extension Office
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The Southern Lights are Back
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Bible sales rise as faith grows nationally, according to local pastor
National trends and the holiday season contribute to growing interest in religion
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington church is experiencing a major spike in faith and attendance, reflecting a trend seen both locally and across the nation, according to a local pastor. At Immanuel Baptist Church, Lead Pastor Ron Edmondson says the increase can be seen in several areas, including attendance and baptisms. “Every week there’s just tons…
Fayette Mall seeing an increase in shoppers and sales
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — It’s the most wonderful time of the year, we are just one week away from Christmas. A key part of the season for many people is shopping for gifts. Fayette Mall says it’s seen an increase in both the number of shoppers and how much money they’re spending. “A lot of store managers…
UPDATE: Witness in murder trial confesses to shooting
UPDATE: The jury has found Corry Jackson not guilty of the murder of Timonte Harris last year. Jurors deliberated less than two hours before reaching the verdict. Commonwealth Attorneys moved to have the felon gun possession charge dismissed as well. It appears Jackson will be released from jail by the end of the day. LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)…
Lyric Theatre One-of-a-kind Black Santa Christmas
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Anderson County High School mourns loss of student
LAWRENCEBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Anderson County High School community is mourning the tragic loss of Colton Fridh, a 16-year-old student who passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, following an automobile accident. In a statement on Facebook, the school described Colton as a beloved student and friend, saying, “The Bearcat Family will miss Colton deeply. We are…