Lexington
Morning News
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After two major floods, the American Red Cross has been delivering relief kits, meals and supplies to communities across Kentucky—today they provided aid at the High Bridge community center where residents clean up flood damage. The agency asks for donations to help continue its support for affected families. LEX 18
- ➤ God’s Pantry Food Bank opened its new Lexington warehouse and administrative offices at 2201 Innovation Drive, replacing its old location with 127,232 s.f. of space that will boost its capacity to distribute fresh food for 50 million meals and scale up to 60 million meals annually. The opening also launched a $40M campaign—Building the Future, Nourishing Communities—to expand food assistance for 265,000 residents facing hunger in Central and Eastern Kentucky. The Lane Report
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lexington police are investigating an overnight incident after hearing gunshots and finding a stolen vehicle near Leestown Rd—officers detained a suspect who fled after exiting the car. ABC 36
- ➤ A former University of Kentucky men’s basketball player, Daniel Orton, 34, was accused of violating an emergency protective order on Saturday by coming within 500 feet of a victim at Fayette Mall around 9 a.m.—he will appear in court on April 21. FOX 56
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Linda Gorton presented her proposed 2025-2026 Lexington budget that calls for a $539 million general fund starting July 1 and includes $3.4 million for winter services, $19 million for road safety projects and $28 million for sewer improvements—council approval is needed. WKYT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UK researcher Matthew Bush—chair of the College of Medicine’s Otolaryngology Department—is working on new telehealth and remote care methods to treat hearing loss and help people in rural areas. He received the Presidential Early Career Award earlier this year for his NIH-funded project that aims to lessen stigma and open doors to care. The Lane Report
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Rise Up, Wine Down - They Say It's Spring
6:30-9 p.m. — Darling Wine Bar — Ticketed event — Experience a delightful vegetarian wine and pizza pairing with lively company and fresh flavors.
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Wine & Painting Night
6:30 p.m. — The Kentucky Castle — Ticket includes wine and charcuterie — Unleash your creativity with a Van Gogh-inspired painting class while sipping wine.
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Easter Baking Class
4-6 p.m. — La Bonne Vie Personal Chef + Catering — $45 — Create festive Easter treats with expert guidance in this hands-on baking class.
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Lee Brice Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Lexington Opera House — Tickets required — Enjoy a dynamic performance by country superstar Lee Brice featuring chart-topping hits and engaging storytelling.
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The Kentucky Three-Day Event
April 24-27 — Kentucky Horse Park — Ticketed event — Experience thrilling equestrian competitions featuring dressage, cross-country, and show jumping.
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Preston Greens Second Annual Silent Auction
5-7 p.m. — Preston Greens Senior Living — Free entry — Enjoy a night of bidding, mingling, and delicious appetizers while supporting a great cause.
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Wine and Cheese Pairing Cooking Class
6-8 p.m. — La Bonne Vie Personal Chef + Catering — Cost varies — Explore the art of cheese making while pairing it with perfect wines in a hands-on culinary experience.
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Knife Skills 101: Hands-On Cooking Class
10 AM – 12 PM — La Bonne Vie Personal Chef + Catering — Cost included with class fee — Develop essential knife skills with a professional chef in a fun, interactive setting.
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Pigeons Playing Ping Pong Live
7-9:30 p.m. — The Burl — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Pigeons Playing Ping Pong along with special guests Sneezy.
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Sustainability Summit
Join us on April 28th at the 5th annual Sustainability Summit hosted by Bluegrass Greensource, where urgent action meets hopeful solutions for a brighter future. This is your chance to connect with local leaders, innovators, and change-makers as we tackle the pressing environmental challenges facing the Bluegrass region.
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