Lexington
Morning News
Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024
Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lexington firefighters contributed to search and rescue efforts in North Carolina and Florida following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. ABC 36
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An early morning car accident in Lexington resulted in a man being hospitalized and charged with DUI, closing Todds Road temporarily for cleanup. ABC 36
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The University of Kentucky Police Department is investigating a reported sexual assault in a campus dorm, with the investigation still ongoing. ABC 36
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A University of Kentucky researcher investigates how American political campaigns utilize social media to target elite audiences and affect electoral strategies. The Lane Report
- ➤ National School Bus Safety Week emphasizes the importance of adhering to school bus safety laws to protect 25 million students commuting daily. ABC 36
- ➤ Kentucky's Pulaski County Schools are actively informing the public about concerns that Amendment 2, which allows funding for private schools, could impact public school resources. FOX 56
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lexington's community event on Oct. 26 at Coldstream Park invites volunteers for tree planting and cleanup to enhance local green spaces and water quality. City of Lexington
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Lexington, Kentucky, voters have until 11:59 p.m. local time to request an absentee ballot for the upcoming election, with over 12,000 requests already processed. FOX 56
- ➤ Over 120,000 Kentucky voters have requested absentee ballots for the 2024 election, with the deadline for requests closing at 11:59 PM on October 22. ABC 36
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Bored Teachers Comedy Tour: A Night of Laughter
Experience the hilarity of educators-turned-comedians as they deliver relatable classroom humor in a live performance.
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Lexington Career Fair - Connect with Top Employers
Experience an opportunity to connect with leading employers across various industries, including Government, Sales, and Healthcare, at this comprehensive career fair.
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Lexington Card Show - A Community Favorite for Card Enthusiasts
Experience a vibrant gathering of card collectors featuring tables of promotions, autograph signings, and exciting giveaways in Lexington, Kentucky.
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Halloween Spooktacular at Main Event Lexington
Experience an exciting afternoon of Halloween festivities with crafts, a costume contest, and trick or treating for all ages at Main Event Lexington.
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Kentucky Wildcats vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Basketball Match
Experience an exciting college basketball matchup between the Kentucky Wildcats and the Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks at Rupp Arena in Lexington.
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Buena Vista Social Orchestra Concert
Experience the vibrant sounds of the Buena Vista Social Orchestra, led by original member Jesus 'Aguaje' Ramos, in a special North American tour.
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Lexington Halloween Bar Crawl – A Spooktacular Night of Fun
Experience a fun-filled Halloween night hopping between bars in Lexington while enjoying themed drinks, costume contests, and a festive atmosphere.
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Tina - The Tina Turner Musical
Experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner in this spectacular bio-musical, following its successful debut on Broadway.
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Book Signing Event with Meg Shaffer in Lexington
Experience a day of book signing with Meg Shaffer featuring her works 'The Lost Story' and 'The Wishing Game' at the Kentucky Book Fair.
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2024 Veterans VA5K Run
Experience a community-focused 5K race honoring veterans at the Lexington VA Medical Center.
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