Lexington
Morning News
Friday, May 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At a farm in Nicholasville, the Stable Recovery program teaches horsemanship for a year while providing housing, food, clothing, transportation, and income to men who have struggled with addiction—helping them work toward new jobs in the racing industry and rebuild their lives. FOX 56
- ➤ Buffalo Trace Distillery launches an online auction called 'Pour It Forward for Kentucky' where bidders can win items like the Pappy Van Winkle collection—money raised will help victims of the London tornado and Frankfort floods and aid local rebuilding efforts. The auction runs until June 5 at 10 a.m. and funds will benefit the American Red Cross and Franklin County flood relief. WKYT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sierra will open a new store in Lexington at Sir Barton Place on May 31st; the outdoor retailer known for low prices will offer active apparel and gear. A grand opening at 8:00 a.m. with music and giveaways will mark its third location in Kentucky — a new option for local shoppers. The Lane Report
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky Center for Statistics reported that unemployment rates dropped in 81 counties, rose in 31, and stayed the same in eight between April 2024 and April 2025. Woodford County had the lowest rate at 3.1 while Martin County had the highest at 9.3, and the state’s adjusted rate held at 5.2% from March to April—figures based on estimates that do not count every worker. The Lane Report
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Crystal Washington of Frederick Douglass High School was named the 2025 Secondary Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the Kentucky Society of Health and Physical Educators—she will be honored at the summer conference in Lexington on June 25 and will advance to the SHAPE America national competition. Fayette County Public Schools
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lexington-area Planet Fitness clubs are offering free gym use through July 2 because the air quality is unhealthy — visitors do not need to sign up and the offer is available at nine locations. Rick Kueber, CEO of one local franchisee group, said the free access gives residents a safe way to exercise. LEX 18
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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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Railbird Festival 2025 - 2 Day Pass
4:59-6:29 AM — Red Mile Gaming & Racing — Ticket price varies — Enjoy a thrilling two-day music festival with proceeds benefiting a great cause.
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Treaty Oak Revival Concert
11 PM - 3 AM — Red Mile Gaming & Racing — Ticket prices vary — Experience Texas country rock from the up-and-coming band Treaty Oak Revival.
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Virtual Tour of Meadowthorpe Assisted Living
9 AM - 7 PM — Meadowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care — Free entry — Explore top-rated amenities and programs designed for senior living.
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Taste of Tennessee Culinary Experience
6-9 p.m. — Epping's on Eastside — Tickets required — Savor Tennessee flavors with chef Rick Kyker at a popular Lexington venue.
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Valley Maker Live Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Al's Bar — $15 — Experience the captivating sound of Valley Maker with special guests Lylak in a solo performance.
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Dance Trance 2025
All weekend long — Lexington Ice Center & Sports Complex — Pricing not specified — Enjoy contra dances, English country dance, and jam sessions in beautiful Lexington, KY.
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Drayton Farley Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Burl — Tickets available — Enjoy the authentic sounds of country and Americana music from the talented Drayton Farley.
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2025 State of Schools Leadership Breakfast
Join Lexington business and community partners and support the annual State of Schools Leadership Breakfast, hosted by The Fayette Education Foundation, featuring Fayette County Public Schools’ students and stories as well as Superintendent Demetrus Liggins as keynote. The annual breakfast serves as a fundraiser for The Fayette Education Foundation, a nonprofit organization.
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