Lexington
Morning News
Saturday, May 10th, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Crinda Francke, President and CEO of ExecuTrain in Lexington, was named Kentucky’s Small Business Person of the Year for 2025 by the U.S. Small Business Administration. She said the honor shows the strength of her team and highlights small businesses’ role in building the local workforce. The Lane Report
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lexington Police said one suspect was arrested Thursday night for a stolen vehicle after Flock cameras located the car in the Bryan Station Road Planet Fitness parking lot—Kentucky State Police got the 9:24 p.m. call and no injuries were reported. FOX 56
- ➤ Lexington police say a juvenile was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after an accidental shooting on Thursday at Biloxi Court around 11:30 p.m. + officers reported that multiple people were playing with a firearm when they arrived. WKYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky schools warned parents after recent incidents at Southern Middle School on Thursday and West Jessamine Middle School yesterday where students attempted a dangerous TikTok challenge by short-circuiting school-issued Chromebooks, triggering evacuations. Officials stressed that the trend could lead to fires and expensive repairs—each Chromebook costs about $275—and urged parents to talk with their children about online safety. WKYT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Godolphin Racing had a historic weekend at Churchill Downs when Sovereignty won its first Derby and Good Cheer won the Oaks—making the first Oaks—Derby double in over 70 years. Michael Banahan said the team is proud and has rested Sovereignty from the Preakness to protect his health ahead of the Belmont in June. FOX 56
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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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Kiddie Kapers Dance Recital
12-1:30 p.m. — Lexington Opera House — Cost info not specified — Experience a captivating dance recital showcasing the young talents of Kiddie Kapers & Company.
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Black Jacket Symphony Live
4-6 p.m. — Lexington Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic albums performed live note for note.
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Kentucky Great Writers Series: May Edition
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Carnegie Center For Literacy — Free entry — Celebrate literary talents from Kentucky with inspiring readings from acclaimed authors.
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Rise from the Ash Bash
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Red Mile Gaming & Racing — Supports Recovery Cafe Lexington — Enjoy live music and tasty bites while supporting a great cause.
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Korean Street Food Cooking Class
6-8 p.m. — La Bonne Vie Personal Chef + Catering — Pricing varies — Dive into the vibrant world of Korean street food with hands-on cooking and tasting experiences.
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