Lexington Morning News Logo Lexington Morning News

Wednesday, November 27th, 2024

SHARE

Good morning, Lexington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Clark County Community Services has increased its food assistance efforts, serving over 16,000 residents through its food pantry due to rising inflation and a greater demand for assistance, highlighting the community's critical role in support.  FOX 56
  • The Valley View Ferry in Kentucky will close temporarily this Saturday for up to two months due to repairs and a required Coast Guard inspection.  ABC 36

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A late-night crash on I-75 Southbound in Lexington resulted in several people hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.  ABC 36

CRIME NEWS

  • One individual was apprehended and another injured in an early morning stabbing incident on Versailles Road in Lexington.  LEX 18

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Shaker Village in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, inaugurated its first Christmas Market with 30 vendors and food trucks, offering attendees holiday shopping opportunities and discounts at village gift shops.  Kentucky Kernel

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of Kentucky's student newspaper, the Kentucky Kernel, initiates legal action against the school.  WKYT

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Lexington Recycle Center will be closed from December 4 to December 15 for replacement of its baler and a fabric shelter, affecting various central Kentucky communities.  WUKY

HEALTH NEWS

  • A study reveals over one-third of Kentucky's children are overweight, with forecasts indicating a rise in obesity rates, necessitating increased funding for physical activity and access to healthy foods.  The Lane Report

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Wildcats basketball team innovates practice with 'Ball of Duty,' a drill where players earn points for defensive stops, mirroring a video game strategy.  WKYT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Thoroughbred Classic 5K Run

    Experience a fun-filled 5K run event featuring various participant categories at the renowned Keeneland Association in Lexington, Kentucky.

    Thu, 11/28/24

    View event
  • Stand-Up Comedy with Gianmarco Soresi

    Experience the sharp societal observations and energetic stage presence of New York comedian Gianmarco Soresi at Comedy Off Broadway.

    Fri, 11/29/24

    View event
  • Kentucky Wildcats vs. Louisville Cardinals: A Rivalry Showdown

    Experience the thrilling matchup between the Kentucky Wildcats and Louisville Cardinals at Kroger Field.

    Sat, 11/30/24

    View event
  • Holiday Concert by The Blind Boys of Alabama

    Experience a special holiday concert by the Grammy-winning Blind Boys of Alabama at the historic Kentucky Theatre, showcasing their rich musical legacy and heartfelt anthems.

    Tue, 12/3/24

    View event
  • Holiday Candlelight Open House at Waveland State Historic Site

    Experience the beautifully decorated Waveland mansion during the Holiday Candlelight Tour, featuring festive Christmas decorations and ambiance.

    Fri, 12/6/24

    View event
  • Ho Ho Ho Down + Ornament Making at Wise Bird Cider

    Join us for our 4th annual Ho Ho Ho Down, 11am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday December 7th and 8th. There will be ornament making, vendors, crafts + more! Special Great Bagel Brunch. And pictures with SANTA (from 2-4pm)!

    Sat, 12/7/24

    View event
  • Festive Holiday Afternoon Tea Experience

    Experience a delightful afternoon enjoying seasonal teas, scones, and assorted sweets in the charming setting of the historic 1839 Trustees' Office.

    Sun, 12/8/24

    View event
  • Acoustic Jam 2024 featuring Country Stars

    Experience intimate acoustic performances from prominent country artists including Warren Zeiders and Chris Lane in a historic venue.

    Tue, 12/10/24

    View event
  • Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

    The Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet offers a festive evening filled with enchanting storytelling and stunning choreography suitable for families.

    Wed, 12/11/24

    View event
  • David Nail Concert at Manchester Music Hall

    Experience a live performance by David Nail with support from Jacob Tolliver at Manchester Music Hall in Lexington, KY.

    Thu, 12/12/24

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Lexington Morning News

Lexington Morning News is a community newsletter sharing current events in Lexington, Kentucky. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Lexington community, and support local organizations. If you like Lexington Morning News, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Lexington.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Lexington and across Kentucky. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Lexington community.

We help people in Lexington save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Lexington, about Lexington, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Lexington Morning News

A free Lexington community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
No spam
Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.

© Lexington Morning News. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here