Lexington
Morning News
Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Red River Gorge General Store received a handwritten letter from a young boy who sent $3 for a candy that cost $1.99 after his brother took it without paying. Manager Adrienne McMahon said the store is tracking down the family (from Atlanta) and will thank them with a basket of goodies and a two-night cabin stay. LEX 18
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 20th, the Lexington Fire Department responded to a small house fire on Gerald Drive when residents escaped by using a second-floor window to reach the roof—flames burned below but the fire was contained to the first floor and no injuries were reported. FOX 56
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lexington police arrested 19-year-old Malachi Haynes for a shooting near Georgetown Road and Citation Boulevard that injured one person last week—he admitted being in the car and was taken on June 18 at 11:45 p.m. on East Main Street, and he now faces charges including first-degree assault. FOX 56
- ➤ Brooks Houck was moved to Warren County ahead of his trial set to begin next week—he is accused in the disappearance and presumed death of Crystal Rogers, who vanished in Bardstown in 2015. ABC 36
- ➤ Lexington Blue, a once trusted roofing company, halted operations earlier this year after taking nearly $5 million for over 300 projects—leaving many homeowners with unfinished roofs and lost funds while Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman filed suit for false, misleading practices. FOX 56
- ➤ Lexington Police have issued a Golden Alert for 22-year-old Chance Ridgeway who was last seen on Buckhorn Drive on June 17 wearing a white t-shirt and khaki shorts — police noted he has autism, may have used a rideshare or be on foot, and urged anyone with information to call 911. LEX 18
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A monument honoring former slaves turned abolitionists Lewis and Harriet Hayden was unveiled in Lexington on Juneteenth as Governor Andy Beshear spoke about preserving their legacy on the Underground Railroad. The hand-in-hand statue titled 'Towards Freedom' stands in the historic East End (near Lexington Traditional Magnet School) and commemorates their journey to freedom. WUKY
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Lexington Men's City Championship
All day — Kearney Hill Golf Links — Registration required — Compete in one of Lexington's beloved golf tournaments across three days.
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Indigo De Souza Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Burl — Ticket information available — Experience the heartfelt indie pop sounds of Indigo De Souza and her dynamic band.
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BreyerFest 5K Run/Walk
8-10 a.m. — Alltech Arena — Registration required — Enjoy a scenic run or walk at the BreyerFest© BASH DASH and explore the Kentucky Horse Park afterwards.
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Buckcherry Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Manchester Music Hall — Tickets from $52 — Experience live rock music with Buckcherry in an intimate venue.
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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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