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Friday, January 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Lexington's 52nd annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration features a march, musical performances, and keynote speech by Dr. Nyle Fort, honoring Dr. King's legacy and addressing the theme 'Where Do We Go From Here'.  WUKY
  • The Lexington Police Department has issued a Golden Alert for 24-year-old Tyler M. Orduna, who has a mental health condition and was last seen Thursday morning.  LEX 18
  • The Lexington Police Department has issued a Golden Alert for 63-year-old Terry Lowe, last seen on Jan. 16, who has a mental health condition and may be using public transit.  FOX 56

CRIME NEWS

  • Three individuals, with at least two armed, robbed a Lexington gas station early Thursday, fleeing with an undisclosed sum; no injuries were reported.  WKYT

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Lexington Philharmonic, under the direction of Mélisse Brunet, will perform The Music of Pink Floyd, blending orchestra with progressive rock, at The Singletary Center.  WUKY

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Business Leadership Strategies Workshop with Frank Besednjak

    This workshop offers valuable insights into effective leadership strategies for professionals in the building, contracting, and service industries.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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  • Monster Truck Wars Show in Lexington

    The Monster Truck Wars event at Kentucky Horse Park features thrilling monster truck performances, a pre-show pit party, and activities for kids, making it a family-friendly event.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Kentucky Bluegrass Buyers Market 2025

    The Kentucky Bluegrass Buyers Market is a bi-annual wholesale trade show featuring footwear, fashion apparel, accessories, and more, catering to buyers and industry professionals.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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  • Billy Gardell Live at Comedy Off Broadway

    Stand-up comedian Billy Gardell, known for his role in CBS's 'Bob Hearts Abishola', will perform live at Comedy Off Broadway in Lexington.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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