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Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multi-vehicle crash caused a backup on I-75 in Madison County yesterday when I-75 Northbound at MM 83 was reduced to one lane—exit 77 was designated as an alternate route—and the crash was reported at 6:40 a.m. WKYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton and state representatives awarded 30 high school graduates scholarships at City Hall Tuesday morning through the Building Bridges to Opportunity program, which supports those affected by gun violence. Eighteen students received $10,000 awards + 12 obtained skills scholarships, with a total of $280,000 distributed to help them pursue careers in fields such as social work and criminal justice. WKYT
- ➤ Transylvania University dedicated the renovated Sanders-Siebers Entrepreneurship Hub on Monday, marking Kaelyn Query Caldwell’s appointment as full-time director for the Center for Entrepreneurship. The hub in the Warren W. Rosenthal Complex will support student projects and is backed by a major gift honoring the legacy of Transylvania graduates — the family of Kim Siebers Cornetet. The Lane Report
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lexington’s Urban County Council approved amendments to restore a public comment option on final development plans after House Bill 443 changed the review process—Councilman James Brown explained that developers must post site signs and the planning commission will hold comment sessions to meet the July 1 compliance deadline. WUKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky guard Otega Oweh impressed head coach Mark Pope with his elite physical play last season and now must decide by May 28 whether to test his draft options or return to Kentucky — his coach said the guard still has untapped potential as a playmaker. ABC 36
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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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Brew & Groove: Free Salsa Night
7-10 p.m. — Blue Stallion Brewing Co. — Free entry — Dance the night away to Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and more at a festive Latin party.
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Polymer Clay Cane Workshop with Jillian
6-8 p.m. — Lex Center for Creative ReUse — Materials provided — Craft colorful citrus canes for jewelry and summer projects in this hands-on workshop.
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Kentucky Sports Radio Golf Scramble 2025
10 AM – 6 PM — University Club of Kentucky — Cost varies — Tee off with KSR’s team and support a good cause with lunch and fun.
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