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Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Firefighters responded to a mobile home fire on East New Circle Road near Sam’s Club at about 3 a.m. today—displacing nearly a dozen people—after the blaze reportedly started in the kitchen, with a couple of adults and seven children now staying elsewhere; no injuries were reported.  WKYT
  • On Saturday afternoon, a Lexington homeowner was displaced when an electrical box caught fire on Knightsbridge Lane—firefighters arrived quickly and reported no injuries.  ABC 36

CRIME NEWS

  • An 18-year-old was taken to Scott County Detention Center after Georgetown police found him with a small pistol and a ski mask at Festival of the Horse on Saturday—he attempted to flee when officers approached.  LEX 18

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A KET employee who was laid off after federal budget cuts spoke out today—she said the cuts forced her job loss and warned of more layoffs ahead.  WKYT

SPORTS NEWS

  • On Saturday, September 7, Kewan Lacy ran for 138 yards and scored a touchdown to help No. 20 Mississippi (2-0) beat Kentucky (1-1) 30-23 in the SEC opener, with quarterback Austin Simmons leading the offense. Mississippi will host Arkansas next Saturday while Kentucky will host Eastern Michigan as both teams look to improve their records.  WUKY

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Seniors Got Talent Showcase

    7-8:30 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Free entry — Celebrate the entertaining talents of local seniors with music, dance, and performances.

    Tue, 9/9/25

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  • Piff The Magic Dragon in Lexington

    7:30-9 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Enjoy an evening of comedy and magic with the beloved dragon-suited performer.

    Thu, 9/11/25

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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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  • The Fab Four - The Ultimate Beatles Tribute

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic music of The Beatles performed live in tribute by The Fab Four.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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  • The Beach Boys Concert

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — Gatton Park on the Town Branch — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the iconic sounds of The Beach Boys live in Lexington.

    Wed, 9/17/25

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  • Cole Swindell Concert

    7-8:30 p.m. — Rupp Arena — Tickets vary — Experience country superstar Cole Swindell debut new music from his upcoming album in a lively performance.

    Thu, 9/18/25

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  • Festival Latino de Lexington

    5-11 p.m. — Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate vibrant Latin American culture with live music, dance, and delicious cuisine.

    Fri, 9/19/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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