Lexington
Morning News
Thursday, June 12th, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ New details in a nearly six‐year‐old homicide case led to the arrest of 53‐year‐old Jenny Keller in Scott County on a facilitation to kidnapping charge linked to the 2019 murder of April Arnett—she is scheduled for arraignment on Monday, July 7 at 9 a.m. LEX 18
- ➤ The Lexington Children’s Theatre was vandalized Monday when its front window was shattered across the sidewalk—officials said the theatre will keep its Summer Family Musical as planned and seek community help to replace the broken items. FOX 56
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky’s economy grew in 2024 with a 4.8% boost that pushed its GDP to $293 billion, helped by over $35 billion in investments and more than 60,500 new jobs since 2020. Gov. Beshear said the New Kentucky Home effort will bring more business and a better quality of life across the state — building on strong economic choices. The Lane Report
- ➤ Kentucky broke its tourism record for the third year when 80 million people visited in 2024, Governor Andy Beshear said. He noted tourism brought over $14.3 billion—supporting more than 97,000 jobs and adding over a billion dollars from Lexington to the state’s success. LEX 18
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Casey Flippo, CEO of Dark Horse Cannabis, said KYLX Acquisition Company LLC is converting the former Frisch's Big Boy site at Sir Barton Way & Man O' War into Speakeasy, a medical marijuana dispensary that will offer a wide range of regulated products. Demolition is nearly complete at 1849 Alysheba Way & the facility will open in early November to serve Fayette County patients. LEX 18
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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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Hiking Adventure and Indian Buffet
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Raven Run Nature Sanctuary — Free to attend — Explore scenic trails followed by a delicious buffet at Tandoor Indian Cuisine.
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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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