Lexington
Morning News
Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lexington City will celebrate its 250th anniversary with a Times Square-style New Year's Eve event featuring live music, children's activities, and a focus on safety, marking the beginning of a year-long celebration. FOX 56
- ➤ LEX 18 reviewed the significant events of 2024 in Kentucky, highlighting weather calamities, notable achievements, personal tragedies, and political developments amidst community resilience. LEX 18
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A serious crash early Tuesday morning has led to the closure of all lanes on Iron Works Pike near Russell Cave Baptist Church in Lexington, with an alternative route suggested. WKYT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy's 2025 Fuel Price Outlook anticipates a decrease in national average gas prices to $3.22, influenced by a mix of global economic factors and supply-demand dynamics. LEX 18
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Kentucky faces a series of thunderstorms leading to a colder pattern with potential harsh winter weather, including significant snow and ice. WKYT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nearly half of young adults in America have made New Year's resolutions for 2025, focusing on goals like self-care and academic improvement. LEX 18
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky men's basketball team concludes non-conference play with an 11-2 record after defeating Brown 88-54, highlighted by Andrew Carr's leadership. ABC 36
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
An engaging live show featuring popular Hot Wheels Monster Trucks like Mega Wrex and Tiger Shark, promising excitement for families.
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One Night Only Acoustic Concert Series Featuring Brad Paisley
A live and intimate acoustic performance featuring renowned country artist Brad Paisley at the Central Bank Center.
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Etta May Live Concert in Lexington
Etta May, a renowned stand-up comedian known for her Southern humor and award-winning performances, will headline a live concert at Comedy Off Broadway.
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Upcycle Your Cotton Shirt at Lex Center for Creative ReUse
Participants can bring a cotton shirt to learn how to upcycle it by adding personalized messages and designs using repurposed letters and words.
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Introductory Workshop to Improv Comedy
This interactive workshop teaches the basics of improv comedy in a supportive environment suitable for all experience levels.
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Laid Back AA Discussion Meeting
This is a weekly open AA discussion meeting providing support and resources for those on the journey of alcohol addiction recovery.
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Anne Wilson Live at Rupp Arena
Anne Wilson will perform live at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY.
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The Outsider Live Performance
Experience 'The Outsider' in a live performance at the Otis A. Singletary Center for the Arts.
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Bridal Bliss Classic in Lexington
The Bridal Bliss Classic is a bi-annual trade show featuring numerous exhibitors focused on the bridal industry, expected to attract around 10,000 attendees.
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Paul Cauthen Live Performance
Paul Cauthen will perform live at Manchester Music Hall in Lexington, offering an engaging musical experience.
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