Lexington
Morning News
Sunday, May 25th, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lexington's Recovery Cafe celebrated its 5th anniversary with community gatherings that featured food, live music, and support—marking its role as a judgment-free space for those on recovery journeys since it opened in March 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. LEX 18
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two adults were displaced after a home at the 1000 block of Shagbark Lane near Tates Creek Road caught fire Saturday evening at around 9:30 p.m. + heavy smoke and flames were seen from the second floor and roof as the fire was extinguished and an investigation began with no injuries reported. LEX 18
- ➤ LEXINGTON — One person died when a pickup truck and a motorcycle crashed near the intersection of North Limestone and West Short Street on Friday night just before 11 p.m. on May 23. FOX 56
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lexington police responded to a reported motorcycle and truck crash at the intersection of East Short Street and North Limestone around 11 p.m. Friday—one person was pronounced dead at the scene as the investigation continues. WKYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fayette County Public Schools honored top teachers and staff at the Global Awards on May 23 at Central Bank Center. The event celebrated hard work from educators — including teacher of the year Laurie Edmond and secondary teacher of the year Jo-Hanna Rosevear — and many support team members. Fayette County Public Schools
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Frederick Douglass girls won the 42nd District softball championship with an 8–2 win over Scott County as freshman Riley Baker hit two homers and sophomore Haley McGuire earned MVP. The baseball team lost 7–4 to Sayre — however, it advanced to the 11th Region tournament at Legends Field. Fayette County Public Schools
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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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Weekly Sound Bath with Ronnie Brown
5:30-7 p.m. — The Sound Healing Center of Lexington — $25 — Experience a transformative soundscape with instruments designed to promote inner peace and spiritual connection.
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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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