Give 828 Citywide Giving Returns
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“Give 8/28 Lex” returns to support Black-serving nonprofits in Fayette County

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The “Give 8/28 Lex” campaign returned Thursday, celebrating Black Philanthropy Month and supporting 40 Black-serving nonprofits across Fayette County. The effort is hosted by the Lexington Black Prosperity Initiative and the Bluegrass Community Foundation. Organizers say more than $100,000 in matching dollars and prizes are available to help double donations. A kickoff press conference…

Kctcs Sees Major Fall Growth
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KCTCS enrollment surges past 70,000 students, largest growth in years

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is reporting major growth in enrollment this fall, with more than 70,000 students signed up across its 16 colleges. Officials say that’s a 6.4% increase from last year, and with more start dates still ahead, total enrollment is expected to surpass 85,000 this semester. Students represent all…

Transylvania Move In Begins
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Transylvania University welcomes Class of 2029 on move-in day

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – It’s move-in day at Transylvania University, as the Class of 2029 begins their college journey. Freshmen and their families started arriving early Friday morning, with check-in beginning at 8 a.m. The big day also marks the start of Welcome Week, a series of events designed to help new students get settled, explore campus, and…

Powell County Tax Hearing Today
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Powell County Schools to hold tax hearing Thursday evening

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STANTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Powell County Schools will hold a tax hearing Thursday evening at 6:00 p.m. in the Powell County Middle School Library. Earlier this week, the district hosted a public forum at the Powell County High School cafeteria. The session included a presentation on the proposed tax increase and time for public questions. School officials say…

Serious Crash Reported In Jamestown
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Columbia man injured in Jamestown motorcycle crash

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JAMESTOWN, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Columbia man was seriously injured in a crash Thursday morning in Jamestown. Police say it happened just before 11:30 a.m. at the intersection of U.S. 127 and Fruit of the Loom Drive. Investigators report that 30-year-old Jordan Wheat was riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle when he struck the back of a Ford car driven…

Gov. Andy Beshear On The Shooting In Minnesota
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Gov. Andy Beshear responds to Minneapolis school shooting tragedy

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is reacting to the school shooting tragedy in Minneapolis, calling it another heartbreaking reminder of the need to keep children safe in schools. “American children should be safe and feel safe in their schools, yet today our country faces more heartbreak as we learn of another school shooting—this time in…

Chlorine Leak At Water Treatment Plant Causes Road To Shut Down
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Road open after closure following chlorine gas leak

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ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Traffic is moving again after a chlorine leak shut down the road in front of the Mount Vernon Water Treatment Plant on Wednesday. According to police, the incident happened at the water department facility on Richmond Street in the Renfro Valley area. The Mount Vernon Fire Department’s hazardous materials task force responded to…

"hands Across Stand Together" Unity Event Planned
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“Hands Across-Stand Together” unity event planned

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Mayor Linda Gorton has issued a proclamation in support of Lexington’s “Hands Across–Stand Together” unity event, honoring the 62nd anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s historic “I Have a Dream” speech. The event is scheduled for noon, with participants standing hand in hand across the community—from New…

Details On The East 80 Yard Sale
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East 80 Yard Sale underway across Laurel, Pulaski, and Clay counties

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LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is reminding drivers to use caution as the East 80 Yard Sale kicks off today. The 55-mile yard sale runs through Monday along Highway 80, stretching through Somerset, London, and Manchester. Officials are urging motorists to watch for increased traffic and pedestrians as shoppers line the highway. Categories:…

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Warm and tranquil weather into the late week

Look for cool mornings to continue along with pleasant afternoons
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It’s been a fantastic final week of August weather-wise across Central and eastern Kentucky so far and Wednesday was no exception. We saw record low temperatures once again in many locations, including Lexington which dipped all the way down to 46 degrees, besting the record of 49 set back in 1968. Once the sun came up we saw a quick…
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UPDATE: Crash closes entrance to Buc-ee’s, traffic lights out in Richmond area, coroner confirms fatality

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UPDATE: 4:30 p.m. RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Richmond police are investigating a serious crash that happened Wednesday afternoon near Buc-ee’s off Interstate 75. The collision occurred around 2 p.m. on Duncannon Lane in front of Buc-ee’s and involved a motorcycle and another vehicle. The Madison County coroner was called to the scene and  confirmed the death of the…

Kentucky Recruiting The Next Class Of State Troopers
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Kentucky State Police recruiting for next cadet class

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky is now recruiting its next class of state troopers. Gov. Andy Beshear and Kentucky State Police announced that applications are open for Cadet Class 107. Starting salaries for new troopers are $69,500. Cadets will complete 24 weeks of intensive training, which includes criminal investigations, crisis response, high-speed pursuits, and community relations. Experienced officers…

A New Ambulance For Lexington Fire Department
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Lexington Fire Department adds first new ambulance since 2018

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Fire Department has officially added a new ambulance to its fleet, the first in seven years. Emergency Care 13, known as EC13, was placed into service Wednesday at Station 16, also called “the Cave.” Officials say the addition strengthens emergency medical response across the city as Lexington continues to grow. Mayor Linda…

Two Men Arrested In Vehicle Thefts In Boone County
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Two arrested after string of vehicle thefts in Boone County

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BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Boone County Sheriff’s Office says two men are behind bars following a string of vehicle thefts. Deputies were called around 5 a.m. Tuesday to the Cheshire Ridge subdivision in Florence, where several residents reported stolen items and vehicle damage. The investigation led officers to a home in Union. Deputies say they found…

Franklin County Courts Return September 2nd
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Franklin County courts returning to courthouse after April flooding

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Franklin County courts are preparing to return to their home building after months of operating in temporary locations due to April’s devastating flooding. Court operations will resume at the Franklin County Courthouse on Tuesday, September 2. To prepare for the move, the clerk’s temporary office at the Administrative Office of the Courts will close…

Bids Approved Of Phase Two Of Renovation Project
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Lincoln County school board approves next phase of high school renovation project

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LINCOLN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lincoln County Board of Education has approved bids for Phase Two of the high school renovation project. The next round of upgrades will include a new front entrance plaza, turf infields for both baseball and softball fields, and an expansion to the football field house, which also serves as a classroom. Superintendent…