Lexington
Morning News
Tuesday, September 30th, 2025
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two workers were taken to the hospital on Monday after a hazmat response was triggered by a suspicious substance found in the Federal Medical Center's mailroom—officials said the material was contained and the area declared safe. WKYT
- ➤ Funeral services for 21-year-old Peyton Hughes, a Campbellsville University student and member of the Tigers Kayak Fishing Team who died in a kayaking accident last week in Hemphill, Texas, will begin with a visitation at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 6 at the River of Life Community Church — his family will then hold the service. LEX 18
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Foodosti launched in Lexington with a $1 delivery fee and a $4 flat rate for drivers — the app already offers services from local restaurant Pie Five Pizza and plans to add more options while recruiting drivers. Anthany Beatty said the app focuses on delivering local meals with competitive pay for drivers. LEX 18
- ➤ Buffalo Trace Distillery filled its ninth million barrel of bourbon in less than three years after reaching its eighth, showing major growth in Kentucky’s bourbon industry. Officials remain cautious because tariff concerns—raising uncertainty over future trade—may affect production, company leader Jake Wenz said. LEX 18
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cut Corner Records reopened on September 13 at the historic CD Central space on South Limestone near the University of Kentucky campus after owner Steve Baron retired — the new owners preserved legacy signs and kept the existing staff to serve local music fans. LEX 18
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ As temperatures cool, the Red River Gorge is drawing more hikers while search and rescue teams urge them to stay on marked trails to avoid danger. On Sunday, teams aided one man stung by a hornet and another who fell and broke his leg — a reminder to plan ahead and pack essential gear. LEX 18
- ➤ A new Sierra Club report shows that Kentucky utilities are failing to move from fossil fuels—Louisville Gas & Electric, Kentucky Utilities, and East Kentucky Power Co-op fell 15 points on average in their clean energy efforts. Officials and advocates say state leaders must adopt new technologies to lower energy costs for ratepayers. WUKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Saint Joseph Health announced that Jarrett B. Millsaps Jr. will lead Saint Joseph East in Lexington and Saint Joseph Mount Sterling starting Oct. 20—he brings years of healthcare leadership experience and looks forward to returning to call Lexington home. The Lane Report
- ➤ Kentucky began disenrolling children from Medicaid after pandemic-era protections ended as the state reassesses eligibility and urges families to complete renewal paperwork to maintain coverage. Health experts warn that funding cuts — along with more paperwork, could force up to 86,000 kids to lose their coverage by next July. WUKY
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UPHA Chapter 9 KY Fall Classic Horse Show
All Day — Alltech Arena — Fundraiser — Experience exciting equestrian competitions supporting the American Saddlebred Museum.
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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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Woodturning Pen Making Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Lexington Makerspace — $60 — Craft a custom pen in this hands-on woodturning workshop perfect for beginners.
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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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Fall Symposium
8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Secure your spot for an inspiring experience filled with knowledge and networking opportunities.
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Tommy Emmanuel Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Kentucky Theatre — Cost TBA — Experience an enchanting evening with the guitar virtuoso Tommy Emmanuel in the heart of Lexington.
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