UPDATE: East Jessamine high school teacher charged with rape to face grand jury
According to the arrest documents, Jason Sharp allegedly had sex with a minor younger than 16-years old.
Lexington teen competes in Distinguished Young Women National Finals
MOBILE, Ala. (WTVQ) – Wendy Wei of Lexington is gearing up for the beginning of the 64th Distinguished Young Women National Finals. Due to COVID-19 safety protocols, the national scholarship program will be held virtually. Wei and the other 49 state representatives will be recognized during the three showcases for going through a series of video submissions and video conference…
Virtual ukulele club connects 4-H’ers to the arts
WINCHESTER, Ky. (WTVQ/UK Public Affairs) – A virtual 4-H club is instilling the love of music and the arts into young Kentuckians. Jennifer Tackett, 4-H youth development specialist in the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, started the ukulele club to provide music appreciation and education to young people who were isolated and needing an artistic outlet during the pandemic. A musician and songwriter…
Bluegrass Medical Aesthetics
David Goldman, Bluegrass Medical Aesthetics, and Nicole Reed on News at Noon. For more information: BMAKY.com Categories: Bluegrass Medical Aesthetics, Noon Guests Tags:
Make-A-Wish “Wish Fest”
Aid the Industry Wish Fest is an all day music festival that will benefit the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Joining us today with all of the details is Make-a-Wish representative, Faith Hacker, Maria Montgomery, Christopher, and Ben. To purchase a ticket to the event click here. Categories: Community, GDK Guests Tags:
West Shore Home
ABC 36’s Brett Edwards speaks with Thomas Tools about West Shore Home! For more information on West Shore Home and the products and services they offer, click here Categories: GDK Guests, Noon Guests Tags:
Hooked On Science
Jason Lindsey is joined in the studio to get help with a fun science experiment! Categories: Community, GDK Guests Tags:
Mom To Mom Self Care
Today on Mom to Mom, we are talking self-care and empowerment, and I’m joined with my good friend, Emily Siler from Quest Counseling. Categories: Community, GDK Guests Tags:
Winchester celebrates new park designed for accessible, sensory-play
People in Winchester are celebrating the opening of a park designed with accessibility in mind.
UPDATE: More counties eligible for disaster food benefits
UPDATE POSTED JUNE 21, 2021 AT 4:19 P.M. FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – More Kentuckians affected by the flooding between Feb. 26 and March 14, 2021 may qualify for disaster food benefits during a six-day application process that starts Wednesday June 23 and ends Monday, June 28. The benefits are for flood-affected residents who lived or worked in the following counties between…
Bluegrass Fair sees record high attendance numbers this year
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – For ten days, thousands of people got to enjoy crazy rides, good food and entertainment at the Bluegrass Fair. For Nolan Williams, it’s something he’s been looking forward to for awhile. “I haven’t been to the fair in a good bit, so it’s kind of nice to see new rides, new people, and new faces, all…
Wolfe County Search and Rescue has busy weekend
Saturday the team helped extract people out of a car crash and Sunday they helped a hiker down from the Natural Bridge Arch.
Lexington man finds acceptance and faith through LGBTQ+ Ministry
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – During the month of June, members of the LGBTQ+ community members share their stories of pride and resilience. For one man, his story began at a young age where he sought help from his local church that ended up showing him the door. JT Hulan says he grew up catholic in Louisville and attended church most…
UPDATE: ‘Stringbean” festival draws fans from as far away as Florida, Texas
Event kicks off 24th year.
Deteriorating grave of Union general refurbished by veterans
After the war, general Gordon Granger headed to Texas, the last confederate state in the US.
Blameless Children group brings support and resources to families battling addiction
Originally, the group was established by a former addict who wanted to help families fight addiction
HIGHLIGHTS: KHSAA State Baseball and Softball Tournaments take over Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) – A year ago, we didn’t have a state baseball or softball tournament. A year later, both tournaments are taking place at the same time in Lexington. ABC 36’s Bryan Kennedy has highlights from day’s action at John Cropp Stadium for softball as well as Whitaker Bank Ballpark for baseball. Categories: athletics, Baseball, Featured, Softball, Sports Tags:
Juvenile shot, vehicles also hit by bullets in Lexington
The shooting happened in the 600 block of Woodchuck Way just after 8:30 p.m., according to Lexington Police.
Kentucky counties find innovative ways to attract businesses, families
RICHMOND AND SOMERSET, Ky. (WTVQ) – This week some state lawmakers talked about economic development and how to make the state look more attractive to visitors and people who want to put down roots. Currently, counties in Kentucky are finding their own innovative ways to bring in business. According to Chris Girdler with Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority, there’s a lot…
Richmond boy and foal form unbreakable bond
A Richmond teen with a rare genetic disorder formed a strong bond with a foal. The rest is history.
Juneteenth “Taste of Soul” event combined food, speakers, singing
“My whole intention when I planned this event is that next time it gets bigger and bigger,” Shawn Bumpase said.
Wreath laying Saturday for General who announced that slaves were free
Did you know the historic announcement that created Juneteenth was said by a man buried in the Lexington Cemetery?
Bracken County woman convicted for attempted forgery after Medicaid fraud investigation
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – Kayla Ruf, 27, of Bracken County was convicted for attempted forgery. The conviction comes off of an investigation led by the Medicaid Fraud Unit and resulted in almost $5,000 in compensation for the Kentucky Medicaid Program. Ruf provided in-home care for a Medicaid Waiver recipient. During that time, she falsified, forged and submitted a series of…
Lexington expands pool hours, provides updates
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – After starting the swimming season with reduced hours due to a lifeguard shortage, Lexington is expanding pool hours beginning Monday, June 21. The new hours include: Shillito, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Monday-Saturday; Noon – 6 p.m., Sunday Woodland, Noon – 8 p.m., Monday-Saturday; Noon – 6 p.m., Sunday Castlewood, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday-Saturday; Noon –…