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Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Local reporter Ellen Ice launches her new segment 'In Our Community' and visits the Lyric Theatre on Third Street, where executive director Christian Adair explains its history and promising future—her segment will air on Sunday in Weekend Sunrise.  LEX 18

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A car and motorcycle crashed on South Broadway and Virginia just after 11 p.m. Sunday — both vehicles caught fire and sent two people to the hospital with serious injuries.  WKYT

CRIME NEWS

  • Small business owner Laura Mobley-Corn said her Express Employment Professionals location was set on fire early Saturday morning when a vandal broke a window — the incident caused an estimated $100,000 in damage and affected employees and job candidates while law enforcement gathers surveillance footage and other information.  WKYT
  • A Lexington woman was shot early yesterday and taken to a hospital for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound — police said they are still investigating the incident and have not identified a suspect.  WKYT
  • Georgetown Police are investigating a shooting incident where a vehicle was hit by gunfire on Tanbark Drive and ask the public to avoid both Timberland and Tanbark Drives — officials say there is no threat to the public.  LEX 18

CULTURE NEWS

  • The estate of Virginia Kraft Payson, the first reporter hired by Sports Illustrated and a noted thoroughbred owner, is being auctioned online by Bluegrass Auction (Appraisal and Realty, LLC) with over 1,200 items that tell the story of her global career. The auction began Sunday afternoon and will resume Saturday, June 21 at 10 a.m.  FOX 56

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 6/17/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/19/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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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!

    Sat, 6/21/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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  • Manchester Orchestra Live

    8:00 - 9:30 p.m. — The Burl — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful sounds of Manchester Orchestra in an intimate venue.

    Wed, 7/2/25

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  • Lexington Tattoo Expo 2025

    1 PM – 11 AM — Central Bank Center — Admission varies — Experience over 100 tattoo artists showcasing their skills and competing for awards in an artistic celebration.

    Thu, 7/3/25

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  • International Kid's Cooking Camp

    9 AM - 2 PM — La Bonne Vie Personal Chef + Catering — Check website for pricing — Unleash your child's culinary creativity with a global food adventure.

    Mon, 7/7/25

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  • Creed: The Summer of '99 Tour

    7-8:30 p.m. — Rupp Arena — Tickets available starting December 13th — Experience Creed's extended tour, kicking off with unforgettable rock hits and excitement.

    Wed, 7/9/25

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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.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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