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1 month ago

Camp Nelson to honor Veterans on Memorial Day

Camp Nelson National Cemetery and the Central Kentucky Veterans Committee (CKVC) will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, 29 May 2017 at 11:00 a.m.

2 months ago

Court of Appeals Judge sworn in

There was a swearing in ceremony Monday in Lexington.

2 months ago

Civil rights icon John Lewis to speak at Berea commencement

A Georgia congressman who joined Martin Luther King Jr. in the historic Selma march will speak at Berea College's commencement ceremony next month.

2 months ago

40 people become US citizens in Kentucky Capitol

Forty people from 25 countries have taken the oath to become U.S. citizens during a ceremony in Kentucky's Capitol.

3 months ago

Gorsuch pledges to be ‘servant’ of Constitution

Justice Neil Gorsuch is thanking his former law clerks, family and friends as he is sworn into the Supreme Court during a White House ceremony.

5 months ago

Lexington Fire Department to Recognize Letter Carrier

Fire Department officials will recognize USPS Letter Carrier Gerald Patrick for his efforts in alerting a resident on Deauville Drive of a fire in the back of the home.

6 months ago

TRAFFIC ALERT: UK Commencement in Downtown Lexington

The Lexington Police Department is advising drivers of traffic congestion in downtown Lexington on Friday as University of Kentucky's December Commencement ceremony is being held.

7 months ago

Guard Soldiers Deploying to Middle East

The Kentucky National Guard is holding a departure ceremony for a unit of about 150 soldiers who are deploying to the Middle East.

7 months ago

Victims of Gander Crash Being Remembered at Ceremony

Fort Campbell is holding a memorial service for 248 soldiers who were killed 31 years ago in a plane crash.

7 months ago

Ceremony to Honor Local Survivors of Pearl Harbor Attack

Wednesday marks the 75th commemoration of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

8 months ago

Whitaker Family YMCA 10-17

The wait is nearly over for people excited about the opening of the Whitaker Family YMCA in Hamburg. Matt Groves talks with David Martorano and Elmer K. Whitaker about the ribbon cutting at the state-of-the-art facility on Monday, October 24th.

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9 months ago

Color-casing ceremony set at Fort Campbell

Fort Campbell soldiers preparing to deploy to Kosovo are having a ceremony in preparation for their departure.

10 months ago

Military Dog Honored at special ceremony at Camp Nelson

Dozens of people came out to honor a local military hero at Camp Nelson National Cemetery in Nicholasville this afternoon. But this type of hero's salute was a first for the cemetery, that's because this hero was one of a kind.

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10 months ago

Charles Young Center placed on National Register of Historic Places

At a press conference in Lexington Wednesday morning, it was announced that The Charles Young Center has been officially placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

12 months ago

Lexington unveils official portrait of Mayor Newberry

Former mayor Jim Newberry’s official portrait was unveiled on Thursday during a ceremony at the Government Center. Newberry was Lexington mayor from 2007-2010.

1 year ago

Part of I-24 in Lyon County will honor fallen trooper

The state says part of I-24 in Lyon County will be dedicated to a fallen trooper.

1 year ago

Gov. Bevin attends ceremony honoring fallen troopers, officers

Gov. Matt Bevin joined Justice Cabinet Secretary John Tilley and Kentucky State Police Commissioner Rick Sanders to remember fallen KSP troopers and officers at a memorial service and wreath-laying ceremony held today at the KSP Training Academy in Frankfort.

1 year ago

Cemeteries, nursing homes hold ceremonies honoring veterans

Kentucky officials say that state cemeteries and nursing homes dedicated to veterans will hold Memorial Day ceremonies to honor military members who have died.

1 year ago

Gov. Bevin to speak at ceremony for fallen officers

Governor Matt Bevin will speak on Monday at a ceremony honoring the loss of nine fallen police officers.

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1 year ago

4 officers who died last year to be honored at ceremony

Kentucky will honor four law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty last year during an annual law enforcement memorial ceremony at the state's Department of Criminal Justice Training.

1 year ago

Ceremony signals start of Fort Knox construction project

Fort Knox is planning a wall-breaking ceremony at the future headquarters building of the 1st Sustainment Command (Theater).

1 year ago

Bridge lighting ceremony set for sculptures on Oliver Lewis Way

The Horse Capital of the World will celebrate the spring racing season on Friday, April 29, by lighting up the new sculptures on the Oliver Lewis Bridge, named for the jockey who won the first Kentucky Derby, then lighting up the sky over the bridge with fireworks.

1 year ago

Richmond police to name building in honor of slain officer

Richmond police say the city commission approved the naming of the building to recognize ellis' service and sacrifice.

1 year ago

Dept. of Veterans Affairs honors Vietnam Vets at Camp Nelson

On Tuesday, central Kentucky commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam war today at Camp Nelson National Cemetery in Jessamine Co.

1 year ago

Vigils set to honor victims of fatal apartment fire in Winchester

The vigil for 29-year-old Tina reynolds, 36-year-old Donald Hisle and 71-year-old Dixie Everman will be held at B & P Apartments on Springmist Lane.

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1 year ago

Ceremony to honor National Crime Victim’s Rights week

Every year in April, the Office for Victims of Crime gathers together to help communities observe National Crime Victim's Rights week.

1 year ago

Fort Knox soldiers planning to deploy to Afghanistan

A deployment ceremony is planned for about 100 Fort Knox soldiers who are being sent to Afghanistan.

1 year ago

Cabela’s announces opening date of Lexington store

On Thursday, Cabela’s announced plans to celebrate the official grand opening of its new Lexington store on Wednesday, March 16, with a unique ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by a weekend-long celebration featuring giveaways, family activities, guest appearances and more.

1 year ago

Fort Campbell to hold ceremony for new commander

Fort Campbell is planning a ceremony to welcome its new commander, Brig. Gen. Scott E. Brower.

2 years ago

Victims of Gander crash being remembered at ceremony

Saturday marks 30 years since a plane crash in Canada took the lives of 248 members of Fort Campbell's 101st Airborne Division, and the post will hold a ceremony on the anniversary to remember the soldiers.

2 years ago

US 68 Reconstruction Ceremony in Bourbon County

To highlight the Reconstruction project on US 68, State officials say there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 30 at ten in the morning, with State Representative Sannie Overly.

2 years ago

MADD to hold nationwide day of remembrance

The Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) organization is recognizing 35 years of operation by holding a nationwide day of remembrance on December 3.

2 years ago

Ceremony honors 52 promoted officers in state police

Several dozen Kentucky State Police officers have been recognized for their promotions in the law enforcement agency.

2 years ago

Ceremony set for new deputy commanding general for support

Fort Campbell and the 101st Airborne Division are welcoming a new deputy commanding general for support this week.

2 years ago

Medical Center expansion project underway

Clark Regional Medical Center announced the beginning of a 45,000 square foot expansion project, with a ground breaking ceremony on Wednesday, May 27.