Lexington
Morning News
Monday, July 7th, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lexington police responded to a double shooting on North Broadway near Loudon just after 2 a.m.—the victims were taken to a local hospital and are expected to survive while investigators examine bullet holes in a vehicle from a nearby Speedway gas station parking lot and collect shell casings from the scene. LEX 18
- ➤ A Lexington man was arrested on Friday after police said he entered a Ward Drive home with a gun and tied up a victim using cable cords while stealing jewelry, cash, a necklace, and a phone — he now faces charges of burglary, wanton endangerment, kidnapping, and intimidating a participant in the legal process. WKYT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A 5-year-old patient in Lexington awaits a heart transplant — doctors say the child's condition is critical and transplant teams are urgently searching for a donor match. WKYT
- ➤ Malia Croley, a five-year-old from Lexington, is hospitalized and waiting for a heart transplant due to restrictive cardiomyopathy—a rare condition where her heart does not relax properly. Her family said she was healthy until a cold led to severe complications that have now put her on life support. WKYT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Lexington Burger Week kicks off with 46 off-menu burger offerings from 34 local restaurants (each burger is priced at $7), and the event runs through July 13. Visitors may also enter for prizes by checking in through the event app (including an early preview at Harry’s and Drake’s offering two burgers with chips for $7). FOX 56
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky landed its highest commit for the class of 2026 on Sunday evening with dual-sport athlete Matt Ponatoski, the Ohio Gatorade Player of the Year in football and baseball. He chose Kentucky over Arkansas, Alabama, and Oregon — his strong junior season on the gridiron and at bat making his decision clear. ABC 36
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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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Burton Cummings Live
8 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary voice of Burton Cummings, a celebrated icon of rock music.
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Beauty Performance Event
7-9:30 p.m. — Moondance Amphitheater — $17-20 adults, $10-15 children — Experience a blend of contemporary dance and live music in a family-friendly outdoor setting.
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Catch Your Breath Concert
7-9 PM — Manchester Music Hall — Tickets from $54 — Enjoy a night of live music with last-minute ticket options available.
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Blackberry Harvest Festival 2025
12-5 p.m. — Wildside Winery — Free entry — Celebrate the blackberry harvest with picking, slushees, and cobbler at a charming winery backdrop.
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Central Kentucky Improv Show
7-9 p.m. — Al's Bar — $10 cover — Experience the fun with Lexington's premier improv group bringing laughter through short and long form performances.
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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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