Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lexington CVS on Todds Road now sells Slick Chicks adaptive undergarments—created by founder Helya Mohammadian from her sister’s post-surgery need—to offer easier dressing for women with disabilities. The product features side fasteners and front zippers and is available nationwide. WKYT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ John Bordas, a dean and coach at Bryan Station High School, was arraigned Tuesday on a wanton endangerment charge for allegedly pointing a gun at another driver during a February road rage incident — he is scheduled to return to court on May 22. ABC 36
- ➤ Lexington Police arrested Jamie Caldwell on Wednesday morning after a hit-and-run crash on Georgetown Road near Mercer Road left a pedestrian with life-threatening injuries — the Collision Reconstruction Unit is still investigating and may file additional charges. ABC 36
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Linda Gorton announced that the Clean Slate Lexington Expungement Clinic and Job Fair will be held at Central Bank Center on April 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. — the event will offer residents a chance to expunge qualifying low-level offenses and meet with employers, with registration and a background check required. The Lane Report
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, New Vista held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open its Behavioral Health Urgent Care in Lexington — a center offering immediate help to adults facing behavioral health crises without needing an appointment. The center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is staffed by clinicians, psychiatric providers, and peer support specialists to reduce the strain on emergency rooms. The Lane Report
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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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Black Violin Concert
7-9 p.m. — Lexington Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative blend of classical music and hip-hop with Black Violin on their tour.
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