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Monday, October 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Governor Andy Beshear said that more safe medical cannabis will soon be available for patients as Natural State GreenGrass CannaCo in Madison County passed its second inspection and begins growing. The facility is the second approved in Kentucky, with 16 cultivation licenses issued so far + most going to out-of-state companies. WUKY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA of Central Kentucky is selling its historic High Street location that served downtown Lexington for over 60 years to provide space for student housing, with developer Trammel Weber set to tear down the building for new apartments. The decision came after careful analysis to secure a financially viable downtown presence — a choice that has stirred mixed reactions among members — and the YMCA plans to rebuild a new facility soon. WKYT
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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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International Liberty Horse Association Championship
Various times — Alltech Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the exquisite discipline of Liberty horsemanship at this prestigious championship event.
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KSU & Crystal Blossom Inc. Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run
7-10 a.m. — Alumni Stadium — Registration required — Celebrate National Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a supportive community 3K walk/run event.
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Big Blue Madness
6-8 p.m. — Rupp Arena — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of collegiate basketball kickoff in Lexington's premier sports venue.
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Kevin Gates Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Rupp Arena — Last-minute tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with Kevin Gates in Lexington's premier venue.
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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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Paul Cauthen Acoustic Concert
8-10 PM — Manchester Music Hall — $75-118 — Catch Paul Cauthen live in an intimate acoustic setting at Manchester Music Hall.
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Kentucky Ballet - Dracula
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Central Bank Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hauntingly beautiful ballet that unveils the eerie world of Count Dracula with mesmerizing choreography and stunning visuals.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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