Tuesday, February 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Governor Beshear announces the death toll from Kentucky floods reaches 11, with thousands without power and water, hundreds of road closures, and ongoing search and rescue operations. WKYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Kentucky University plans to open a College of Osteopathic Medicine to enhance medical education accessibility and address healthcare practitioner shortages in Kentucky. The Lane Report
- ➤ In Lexington, young girls spent their day off at Columbia Gas exploring STEAM careers, led by the company's trailblazing female president and COO, Kimra Cole, in partnership with NiSource and Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass. LEX 18
TRAVEL NEWS
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KPLA 2025 Conference: Empowering Communities through Libraries
The 2025 Kentucky Public Library Association Conference focuses on the transformative power of libraries, showcasing innovative programs and collaborative partnerships that empower local communities.
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Moonlight Mile: An Appalachian Emo Americana Experience
Moonlight Mile is an Americana band from Sandy Hook, KY, led by Jonathan Pennington, showcasing their unique sound influenced by Appalachian culture.
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Kentucky Golf Expo 2025
The Kentucky Golf Expo features over 66,000 square feet of golf entertainment, retail, and travel exhibitors, showcasing the best of the golfing industry.
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Lexington Real Estate Networking Meetup
This networking event offers participants the opportunity to connect with various professionals in the real estate investing sector, fostering collaboration and business growth.
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Early James Live at The Burl
Early James presents a blend of roots rock, blues, and classic country influences in a live performance with his band.
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Ian Bagg Live Comedy Show
Ian Bagg, a world-touring comedian known for his engaging and interactive performances, is set to perform at Comedy Off Broadway.
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The Addams Family Musical
The Addams Family returns to entertain audiences with their darkly humorous musical in a theatrical tour across the country.
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Hands-On Pasta Making Class
This interactive culinary experience allows participants to learn authentic Italian pasta-making techniques from an expert chef, culminating in a meal of their own fresh pasta creations.
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Teen Scene: DIY Beeswax Wraps Workshop
Participants aged 11-17 will have the opportunity to create their own sustainable beeswax food wraps using provided materials.
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Lexington Comic & Toy Convention 2025
The Lexington Comic & Toy Convention returns to Central Bank Center featuring a variety of guests and activities for fans of comics and collectibles.
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