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Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Lexington's community spirit shines as residents and Streets and Roads crews tackle the aftermath of a snowstorm, clearing debris and preparing for more snow.  WKYT

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A winter storm in Kentucky leads to widespread closures including airports, schools, and offices, though hospitals remain operational.  The Lane Report
  • Lexington fire crews quickly extinguished a structure fire on Beaumont Centre Lane, with an investigation underway to determine its cause.  LEX 18

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Fayette County Public Schools will be closed on January 7 and 8, 2025, due to difficult road conditions, with all related evening and after-school activities canceled.  ABC 36

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton has declared a snow emergency, activating emergency services and closing city facilities due to severe winter weather.  WKYT

EVENTS

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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.

    Sun, 1/12/25

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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.

    Wed, 1/15/25

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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.

    Thu, 1/16/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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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.

    Mon, 1/20/25

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  • Anne Wilson Live at Rupp Arena

    Anne Wilson will perform live at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • The Outsider Live Performance

    Experience 'The Outsider' in a live performance at the Otis A. Singletary Center for the Arts.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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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.

    Sun, 1/26/25

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  • Paul Cauthen Live Performance

    Paul Cauthen will perform live at Manchester Music Hall in Lexington, offering an engaging musical experience.

    Wed, 1/29/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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