Lexington
Morning News
Monday, April 28th, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of people gathered at Arboretum Park today for the second annual Blue Morpho Walk to raise funds for Kentucky Children's Hospital to help cancer patients. The walk was launched by Melanie Simpson Conley in honor of her daughter Alexandra Simpson and featured a visit to the Alexandra Simpson Butterfly Garden to celebrate her life. LEX 18
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Lexington teenager, 17-year-old Matthew Perrine, was killed in a head-on crash on Bryan Station Road Saturday that injured six others, and a celebration of his life is planned for May 4. ABC 36
- ➤ A single-vehicle crash occurred on I—75 in Lexington when a car left the southbound lane and crossed into the northbound lane near mile marker 110 around 4:40 a.m. Sunday, causing one fatality and the closure of both lanes until further notice. WKYT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky Lottery reported that a winning Powerball ticket worth $167.3 million sold at Clark's Pump N Shop in Georgetown on April 26 marks the largest jackpot ever won in the state. The winner has 180 days to claim the prize with a cash option of $77.3 million — lottery officials advise signing the ticket and seeking legal advice. LEX 18
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ German rider Michael Jung won the Five Star equestrian event at Kentucky Horse Park on Sunday afternoon and broke his record with a 5th win in Kentucky—Governor Beshear presented him the trophy while Boyd Martin finished second as the highest placed American rider and the 2025 USEF National 5* Champion. WUKY
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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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J.R. Carroll Live Concert
7:59-10:00 p.m. — The Burl — Affordable tickets available — Experience an exciting live performance by J.R. Carroll in Lexington.
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Stand-Up Comedy with David Nihill
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Comedy Off Broadway — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of humor shaped by David's global travels and cultural insights.
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Nate Jackson: Super Funny World Tour
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Tickets available — Experience the comedy of viral sensation Nate Jackson live, as he delivers a night full of laughs.
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Vincent Mason Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Manchester Music Hall — $14 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Vincent Mason in a vibrant venue.
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Mother's Day Brunch
11 AM – 5 PM — Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa — Free for Kids 8 & Under / $30 Kids / $70 Adults — Celebrate Mom with a delightful brunch featuring her favorite dishes.
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Run The Bluegrass Half Marathon
11:00 AM — 7086 Tates Creek Rd, Kentucky — Registration starts at $5 — Experience America's prettiest half marathon alongside beautiful horse farms.
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Ultimate RV Show Lexington
Daily — Central Bank Center — Free entry — Explore over 200 RVs and discover your next adventure vehicle.
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May Meeting: MBA Bluegrass | The Referral Formula
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Bluegrass Realtors — Lunch provided — Gain fresh strategies from Bart Giles on building a stronger referral network.
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Chef's Table: Appalachian Culinary Experience
6-8 p.m. — La Bonne Vie Personal Chef + Catering — Premium Experience and General Admission options — Discover Appalachian cuisine through a multi-course dinner with bourbon pairings and storytelling.
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