Lexington
Morning News
Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Councilmember Denise Gray said she will not run for reelection for the sixth district after serving since November 2022—she noted that the harsh media coverage during her sexual assault case led her to decide it was time to step aside and hopes new, dedicated leaders will step up. FOX 56
- ➤ The White Hall Volunteer Fire Department reported that Lexington Road at exit 90 in Richmond was closed in both directions at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday—officials said the closure stretches from the Derby Chase subdivision near exit 90 to Dishman Shell at the Boonesborough Road intersection and advised drivers to use an alternate route. LEX 18
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UK Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart said Saturday that the program would adjust its operations after a court-approved NCAA settlement allowed schools to pay student-athletes directly—he noted that the new framework will take effect July 1 and add roughly 20 to 30 million dollars in extra annual expenses while changing revenue sharing. The athletics department is preparing to stay competitive as these changes are implemented. WUKY
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Ryan Adams: Heartbreaker '25 World Tour
8 PM – 12 AM — Central Bank Center — Cost not specified — Experience the musical talent of Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Ryan Adams live in Lexington.
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Lexington Men's Senior City Championship
Date Range — Kearney Hill Golf Links — Contact for entry fee — Compete in a 54-hole stroke play golf championship for senior participants.
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Women In Comedy
7:30 PM to 11:59 PM — Old North Bar — $16 — Enjoy a night filled with standup comedy and improv from the region's funniest women!
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Culinary & Baking Pastry Camp 2024
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Sullivan University - Lexington — Tuition covered — Gain priceless culinary experience with world-class chefs at this residential camp.
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#OneNightOnly with Hudson Westbrook
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Tickets required — Experience the rising star of country music, Hudson Westbrook, performing his viral hits live.
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The Wallflowers Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Ticket info available — Experience the iconic sound of The Wallflowers live in Lexington.
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Ward Hayden & the Outliers
5-9 p.m. — Thursday Night Live — Free entry — Experience live music and vibrant community spirit in Downtown Lexington with Ward Hayden & the Outliers.
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Fortune Feimster: Takin' Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour
7-9:30 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with Fortune Feimster's unique brand of confessional comedy.
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Wise Bird Cider's 6 Year Anniversary Celebration!
Join us June 20th, 21st, and 22nd -- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday -- for a six year anniversary celebration of epic proportions! We’ll have: LIVE MUSIC - FOOD SPECIALS - NEW CIDERS - BALLOON TYING - CHARITY DUNK TANK - FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES - LOCAL VENDORS - THEMED TRIVIA - FLASH TATTOOS...and so much more!
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Open House at Woodhill Estates
2-4 p.m. — 289 Mulberry Ct, Lexington, KY — Free entry — Explore spacious homes in a well-established neighborhood with a strong community feel.
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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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~ Jack London
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