Lexington
Morning News
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lexington woman Lisa Cox was shocked after being named winner of the 2025 St. Jude DreamHome at 4108 Meadowlark Road—10,000 tickets sold raised $1 million for StJude Children's Research Hospital as she prepared for her son’s wedding in New York. WKYT
- ➤ Today at 5:30 p.m. on WKYT News, a winner will be chosen to receive a brand-new home built by Mulberry Builders on Meadowlark Lane in Lexington—this follows a record $1 million raised for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and additional prize drawings will occur through the afternoon. WKYT
- ➤ Thursday's Walk a Mile in Our Shoes event at Lexy's Lyric Theatre (5:30 p.m.) brought together families who lost a loved one to gun violence and displayed keepsakes to share their memories. Organizer Ricardo Franklin (whose brother was shot nearly 10 years ago) said the small gathering helped build support networks to ease grief. LEX 18
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The World Chicken Festival will begin this weekend in London — organizers expect up to 100,000 people to attend one of southern Kentucky’s largest festivals. WKYT
- ➤ Lexington Parks and Recreation is looking for 1,000 zombies to join the annual Thriller Parade on October 26—participants must register and attend rehearsals at Artworks at the Carver School, with special auditions on October 4 at 3:00 p.m. to cast Michael Jackson and Ola. WKYT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky wildlife officials tracked a large outbreak of Hemorrhagic Disease in white-tailed deer after more than 1,000 deer were reported sick or dead as of Sept.22 across 94 counties, and residents are urged to report any sick or dead deer using the online tool+ each report helps biologists monitor the outbreak. LEX 18
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lexington Pizza Week is underway and restaurants are offering unique flavors for fans to enjoy — many establishments are showcasing creative, limited-edition pizza slices throughout the event. WKYT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Frederick Douglass High School’s boys’ golf team finished second in Region 9 and will play in the 2025 KHSAA state tournament — several FCPS players, including Ashton Gordon and Winston Zhuang, earned state spots in both boys and girls events. Fayette County Public Schools
- ➤ Kentucky basketball announced future game tip-times and network selections, including Purdue on October 24 at 6 p.m. EST (EXH on SEC Network) and Michigan State on November 18 at 6:30 p.m. EST (Champions Classic in New York City); future game times and network designations will be announced later. ABC 36
- ➤ University of Kentucky Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart updated state lawmakers on the school's use of the NIL Go platform after over 500 athletes signed in with 240 approved deals. He explained that the settlement reduced the team from 675 to 530 — a loss of 145 opportunities — and he hopes future federal guidelines will offer clearer rules. WUKY
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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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Downtown Downbeat featuring Rags and Riches
7-9 p.m. — Weisiger Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of alt-pop duo Rags and Riches as they wrap up the Downtown Downbeat concert series.
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Eric Church Concert
3:30–9:00 p.m. — Rupp Arena — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of Eric Church as he showcases his latest live show on the Free the Machine Tour.
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Book Launch for If Looks Could Kill
5-6 p.m. — Joseph-Beth Booksellers — Preorder signed copies available — Celebrate the thrilling launch of Julie Berry's new novel featuring Medusa's vengeance against Jack the Ripper.
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Hansel and Gretel
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Lexington Opera House — Experience a charming twist on the classic fairy tale with this operatic rendition featuring stunning music and enchanting spirits.
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Nurse Blake Comedy Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Tickets on sale now — Experience a night of laughter with Nurse Blake's hilarious take on the quirks of healthcare.
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