Lexington
Morning News
Sunday, September 21st, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ LEX 18 team members connected with locals at the Paris-Bourbon County Pumpkin Festival on Saturday—handing out merchandise and chatting with families on a sunny fall afternoon. The event brought residents and visitors together to celebrate autumn and community spirit. LEX 18
- ➤ The foundation is poured + hundreds of volunteers will soon help build a three-bedroom home for single mom Ronnesia Franklin, her teenage son, and tween daughter as part of Habitat for Humanity Women Build. Franklin, who works for the University of Kentucky as a state-registered nurse's aide, will donate 250 hours to help build her home and secure stability for her family. WUKY
- ➤ Staff Sergeant Henry Gerald Gish, killed in action during the Vietnam War, was buried Saturday in Berea Cemetery—his remains, which had been missing for many years, were recovered and identified. LEX 18
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scattered showers and thunderstorms are starting today and are forecast to bring up to 4 inches of rain over the week—this rain is expected to ease drought conditions while temperatures cool from summer highs to more seasonal levels. ABC 36
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Fried Chicken Takeover
5-9 p.m. — Thirsty Fox at Zim's Cafe — Special menu event — Enjoy a one-night fried chicken feast with several delicious variations and funky cocktails.
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Panda Bear Live
7-9:30 p.m. — The Burl — Ticket sales are final — Experience the captivating sounds of Panda Bear's new album in an intimate outdoor setting.
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John Craigie Live
7-9:30 p.m. — The Burl — Tickets required — Experience the eloquent Americana style and clever observations of singer-songwriter John Craigie.
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The Brook & The Bluff Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Burl — Tickets required — Experience expertly crafted songs and sublime musicianship from Nashville-based band The Brook & The Bluff.
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Hailey Whitters Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Burl — Final ticket sales — Experience the rising country star's artistry straight from Nashville.
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American Aquarium Live Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Burl — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with American Aquarium as they showcase their commitment to music and fans.
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Bloom Combustion Seminar
8 a.m. — Hilton Lexington/Downtown — $1250 — Gain essential knowledge in combustion technology for industrial applications.
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Drake White Live Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Manchester Music Hall — $44+ — Experience an electrifying night with Drake White at this popular Lexington venue.
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