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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Saturday, January 17. We start with breaking news from LEX 18, where no injuries were reported in a house fire on Bishop Drive late Wednesday, though crews worked hard to contain it near the neighborhoods off Nicholasville Road. In public safety updates over the past day, a Jamaican man was arrested in an eighty-three thousand dollar lottery scam targeting a local couple, reminding us to stay vigilant with unexpected winnings. Thankfully, our streets remain mostly calm.

Shifting to city hall, officials approved new housing eligibility checks this week, easing access for families near downtown, which means smoother support for daily needs like affordable spots on Main Street. Job market is buzzing, with Robert Half posting over ten openings in accounting and admin roles around Lexington-Fayette, paying about fifty to seventy-five thousand yearly for staff accountants, and Randstad adding production gigs at fifteen to sixteen bucks an hour near horse farms. Cleaning jobs are plentiful too, especially part-time for that new hospital wing off Newtown Pike.

Real estate holds steady, with demand up in areas like Hollow Creek due to remote tech spots. No major closings, but watch for HVAC and electrician hires at twenty-five to thirty bucks hourly from Aerotek, signaling construction growth.

Weather today brings chilly temps in the thirties with light flurries, so bundle up for outdoor errands around Rupp Arena, but expect clearing skies by afternoon for easier drives. UK residential dining crews are prepping despite the chill.

Community shines with a Lexington teacher grateful for sick day donations after her car accident, pulling us together. Schools report solid winter sports starts, and catch the Spring Accounting Fair next month at Gatton for interns.

Upcoming, community cleanups hit Reservoir area Sunday, and music nights at Windy Corner Market kick off soon. One feel-good note: locals rallied for fire victims on Bishop, delivering meals door-to-door.

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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Friday, January 16. We start with breaking news from our city. Lexington police have arrested one person in connection with a homicide on Larkin Road yesterday morning, according to the Lexington Police Department update. Theyre treating it as an isolated incident and urge anyone with information to call in. Our thoughts go out to the victims family during this tough time.

Shifting to city hall, council just approved funding for pothole repairs along Nicholasville Road and Tates Creek, which means smoother drives for us all starting next week. That directly eases our daily commutes.

On the weather front, chilly temps in the low 30s with light flurries this morning could slick up sidewalks around Triangle Park, so bundle up and watch your step for outdoor errands. We look for partly sunny skies later with highs near 38 and no major storms ahead.

New business buzz includes the grand opening of a craft brewery on Short Street downtown this weekend, bringing fresh jobs and lively spots for us locals. Meanwhile, the job market shows about 500 openings in healthcare and tech posted on local boards last week, rounded up from Indeed and LinkedIn reports.

Real estate heats up too, with median home prices holding steady around 320,000 dollars, per recent Zillow data, making spots near Chevy Chase a smart buy for first-timers.

Culturally, mark your calendars for the Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom March on January 19 at 1 p.m., kicking off downtown and heading to Central Bank Center for a free program at 2 p.m., as shared by University of Kentucky today. Its a powerful way we honor community unity.

UK athletics notched a solid basketball win last night, keeping our Wildcats in contention. Local schools like Lafayette High celebrated a math team victory at regionals.

For a feel-good lift, neighbors rallied to clear snow from Veterans Park paths yesterday, turning a cold chore into neighborhood cheer.

Upcoming, catch the farmers market pop-up at Phoenix Park tomorrow.

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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Sunday, January 11, 2026.

We wake up today with our eyes on Frankfort, because what happens there is going to shape life here. LexingtonKY dot news reports that lawmakers are pushing a new wave of nuclear energy legislation, with bills teed up Friday that could open the door for small modular reactors in Kentucky. Supporters say this could mean new high tech jobs and long term stable power rates, while critics worry about safety and waste. We will be watching closely to see what this means for our electric bills from Kentucky Utilities and for industry along Winchester Road and Georgetown Road.

Weather wise, we step out into a chilly, gray January day. Skies stay mostly cloudy with a chance of light drizzle through the afternoon, and temperatures hover in the low 40s. Roads around New Circle and Man o War are damp but generally clear. For evening plans downtown or in the Distillery District, we may want a warm coat and an umbrella handy, but travel looks fine.

On the jobs front, the local market stays active. Indeed lists around 20 part time weekend openings in Lexington, from retail on Nicholasville Road to food service near Hamburg Pavilion. ZipRecruiter shows roughly 60 open roles across the city, with pay starting near 16 dollars an hour and climbing much higher for specialized positions. Aerotek is recruiting an entry level sales recruiter here in Lexington, with a starting base near 45 thousand dollars and commission on top. For listeners looking to make a move this year, it is a good time to refresh the resume.

In real estate, agents report that entry level homes under about 300 thousand on the south side, especially near Tates Creek Road and Armstrong Mill, still move quickly if they are priced right and updated. Condos close to the University of Kentucky campus remain popular with parents and investors as spring semester begins.

From city hall, council committees continue to review zoning and infill proposals along Versailles Road and in the East End, with an eye toward adding housing while protecting neighborhood character. Any changes there will affect traffic, parking, and what kinds of new businesses we see on our blocks.

In community and culture, local venues are keeping January lively. Downtown, we have live music sets scheduled tonight along Short Street and at a few bars on Limestone, with a mix of folk and indie rock. The Lexington Opera House and the Lyric are in winter performance mode, so it is worth checking their calendars if we want an indoor night out.

On the schools front, Fayette County high school basketball teams are deep into district play, with strong showings reported from programs at Lexington Catholic, Frederick Douglass, and Bryan Station. Several schools also highlight student robotics teams preparing for regional competitions later this month, a bright spot for STEM education here at home.

In college sports, the University of Kentucky men’

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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Saturday, January tenth, twenty twenty six.

We start with health news that affects how we move around town today. According to the Lexington Fayette County Health Department, officials are tracking a potential measles exposure linked to an unvaccinated visitor who spent time in several public places earlier this week, including businesses off Nicholasville Road and near Hamburg. They are asking anyone who notices fever and rash to call their doctor before showing up, so we protect one another and avoid crowded waiting rooms.

From city hall, we hear more discussion around traffic safety and road design, especially along Winchester Road and New Circle, where recent crashes have prompted calls for lower speeds and better lighting. Council committees continue to look at how any new Vision Zero policies could change our daily commute, including more protected crosswalks near schools.

Weather wise, we wake up to a cold, gray January morning. Temperatures sit near freezing, and we stay chilly through the afternoon with clouds and a light breeze that makes it feel a bit colder. We may see a few light showers later, especially on the north side near the interstate, but nothing that should wash out plans. The short term outlook keeps us in this cool, unsettled pattern for another day or so, so we keep the jackets handy for any outdoor events.

On the jobs front, Lexington’s market stays active even as national hiring slows. Randstad points to steady demand in health care, education, manufacturing, and tech here in town, and Valvoline just posted a staff scientist position based out by I 75 on the east side. Aerotek is advertising HVAC duct installer roles starting around twenty dollars an hour, and for our students, Aramark is hiring food service workers at the University of Kentucky retail locations off Avenue of Champions.

In real estate, local agents say the median home price in Fayette County is holding near the mid three hundreds, with more than three hundred listings on the market and homes in Chevy Chase and near Beaumont still drawing multiple offers, though buyers now ask more often for closing cost help as mortgage rates remain elevated.

In culture and music, downtown venues around Short Street and Manchester are highlighting local bands tonight, with small club shows giving our independent artists a stage, while families head to the Explorium and the new exhibits at the University’s art museum for quieter indoor plans.

On the high school front, Lexington Christian and other city schools continue winter sports play, with boys and girls basketball filling gyms from Tates Creek to Bryan Station. Kentucky Prep Gridiron notes that Lexington Christian Academy players remain in the statewide conversation after strong football seasons as recruiting attention rolls into the new year.

For community events, we have winter markets popping up near the Fifth Third Pavilion at Cheapside Par

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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Friday, January ninth.

We wake up today with our eyes on city hall, where the Urban County Council is weighing changes to zoning that could allow more mixed use housing near downtown, especially along North Limestone and Winchester Road. City staff say this is meant to ease our tight rental market and bring more small businesses to corridors many of us drive every day.

On the weather side, we are starting out cool and gray, with clouds hanging over Rupp Arena and the UK campus. Temperatures sit in the thirties this morning and climb into the low forties this afternoon, with a light breeze. We may see a few sprinkles, but no serious rain, so outdoor plans at places like Jacobson Park and the Legacy Trail should go ahead, just with a jacket. Tonight stays chilly, and tomorrow looks similar, dry but cold.

In breaking and developing news, Lexington police are continuing to investigate a series of recent car break ins reported around Chevy Chase and the Nicholasville Road corridor near Fayette Mall. Officers say most of the targeted vehicles were left unlocked, so we want to remind everyone to clear valuables and lock up, especially overnight. There have been no reports of serious injuries tied to these incidents, but patrols are stepped up in the area. Police also report one significant arrest in the last 24 hours tied to a burglary on Tates Creek Road, and they are asking anyone with doorbell camera footage to share it.

On the jobs front, Indeed lists roughly thirteen thousand openings in the Lexington area right now, from retail at Trader Joes off Nicholasville Road, to warehouse work on Georgetown Road, to nursing positions at UK HealthCare. Transylvania University on North Broadway is hiring for several campus roles, including an administrative assistant and faculty positions, as posted by the schools human resources office. Statewide, the Lane Report notes that Kentuckys unemployment rate has ticked up slightly as trade and transportation jobs eased, but our local service and health sectors remain active.

Real estate agents report that in the past week, we have around two hundred homes actively listed in Fayette County, with a typical three bedroom near Harrodsburg Road or Hamburg priced in the low three hundreds. Open houses this weekend are clustered around Hamburg, Masterson Station, and the Clays Mill corridor.

Culturally, we have a busy stretch ahead. The Lexington Opera House is hosting touring music and comedy tonight and tomorrow, while local bands are set to play at venues along Short Street and South Limestone. The Lexington Public Library on Main Street has family programs this weekend, including story time and homework help.

Our schools keep giving us reasons to be proud. Lexington high school basketball teams picked up district wins this week, with strong performances reported from teams at Henry Clay and Lexington Catholic. Several Fayette County students also advanced in regio

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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Thursday, January 8.

We wake up today under mostly cloudy skies, but it stays mild. Lexington forecasters and the team at LEX 18 say we are heading for highs in the low 60s, around 61 to 64, with only a small chance of a shower later. It feels more like March than January, so we can comfortably get outside, but we keep an eye on rain and storms moving in tomorrow and a cooler weekend behind that.

We start with breaking news from city hall. Lexington Police announce they have officially solved the 1998 homicide of Linda Rutledge, a 27 year old case that has weighed on our community for decades. Detectives say new DNA work and interstate cooperation finally tied a suspect to the murder, giving her family long awaited answers. That reminder of persistence also shapes how our department approaches unsolved cases today.

On the public safety front in the last day, police report a few significant incidents. Overnight, officers respond to a shots fired call off Winchester Road near New Circle, with no life threatening injuries but a heavy patrol presence as they investigate. Earlier, a crash involving a pickup and a utility pole on a neighborhood street left some homes briefly without power while crews worked. We stay mindful, slow down on our commutes, and report anything suspicious, especially around busy corridors like Nicholasville Road and Richmond Road.

From city hall on daily life, council committees continue to review zoning updates around the Citation Boulevard and Georgetown Road area, aiming to balance new housing with traffic and green space. There is also ongoing discussion about support services for youth affected by gun violence, including expanded counseling and outreach programs.

In our job market, local listings show a steady need for healthcare workers at UK HealthCare and Baptist Health, warehouse and logistics jobs near the I 75 corridor, and service positions downtown and along Harrodsburg Road. Starting wages in many postings sit in the mid teens per hour, and some employers are offering signing bonuses of a few hundred dollars.

Real estate agents report roughly a few hundred active residential listings across Fayette County, with median prices hovering in the mid 200 thousands. Homes near Hamburg and near Veterans Park that are well priced still move quickly, often under contract in about a month.

We also see new business activity. A new coffee and co working spot is opening near South Limestone, giving students and remote workers another option close to campus, while a long time restaurant on Broadway is closing after more than two decades, with the owner citing rising costs but thanking customers for years of support.

Looking ahead, our cultural and music calendar stays busy. This weekend, local bands are set to play small venues along North Limestone and Manchester Street, and the Lexington Opera House hosts a touring Broadway style show, bringing more foot

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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Sunday, January 4th. We kick off with breaking news from our citys revival, as viral reports highlight Lexingtons amazing transformation with new developments revitalizing downtown around Main Street and the Distillery District, drawing families back to thriving neighborhoods. Tragically, we also mourn a beloved residents passing, a shining star in our community whose legacy of kindness touched so many near UK campus. On the crime front, Lexington police continue investigating a recent shooting, with a center now offering support for youth impacted by gun violence near the East End, and no new arrests in the past day but heightened patrols for public safety.

City Hall updates bring good news for daily life, with infrastructure improvements approved to ease traffic on Nicholasville Road, making commutes smoother for us all. Jobs are booming too, with nearly 80,000 openings across Kentucky on Indeed, including part-time cashier spots at ALDI in Indian Hills paying around 18 to 20 dollars an hour, and Toyota hiring production team members in nearby Georgetown. Real estate looks bright, as experts predict a big jump in home sales this year after 2025s slowdown, boosting options near Chevy Chase.

Weather today features partly cloudy skies with highs near 45 degrees, perfect for outdoor activities but bundle up against that morning chill, and expect a dry outlook through tomorrow. New business buzz includes Alltechs expansion in Jessamine County, creating six jobs with USDA backing. Culturally, whispers of our haunted past near historic sites add intrigue, while sports shine with Eastern Little League 12Us state championship win, advancing to nationals.

Schools celebrate Fayette County Superintendent Demetrus Liggins named 2025 Superintendent of the Year. Looking ahead, community events include a youth gun violence support gathering this week at the Lexington center and free music nights at the Burl Thursday. For a feel-good lift, locals rallied to aid a church rebuilding after a leadership scandal disbanded its ministry, showing our tight-knit spirit.

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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Saturday, January 3rd. We start with breaking news from last night, a home on Winchester Road near Liberty Road was destroyed in an overnight fire, officials are investigating the cause but report no injuries, and we wish the family well as they recover. Community members reacted strongly to Thursdays deadly shooting downtown near Main and Limestone, prompting calls for more safety measures around our nightlife spots. In other crime updates from the past day, police made arrests after a string of thefts at Fayette Mall, no major public safety alerts today but stay vigilant on those busy streets.

Shifting to city hall, council approved new funding for pothole repairs on Nicholasville Road, easing commutes for our daily drivers starting next week. Jobs look strong with over eleven thousand fulltime openings across healthcare, manufacturing, and tech, including diesel mechanic spots paying around twenty-nine dollars an hour and HVAC roles downtown, perfect for our skilled workforce. Real estate closed 2025 with median home prices near three hundred thirty-four thousand dollars, steady demand around horse farms and UK campus areas.

New business buzz includes Avery Claus delivering carloads of supplies to the Lexington Humane Society on Patchen Drive, boosting our animal friends just in time for winter. Weather today brings chilly highs in the low forties with light flurries possible near Keeneland, so bundle up for outdoor errands, clearer skies tomorrow.

Schools shine with Lafayette Highs basketball team winning their holiday tournament, and Transylvania University posting new admin jobs on North Broadway. Catch upcoming events like the free community concert at the Lyric Theatre tomorrow night and a job fair at Rupp Arena Tuesday. For a feelgood lift, local advocates rallied support after a tough case in Wolfe County, showing our tightknit spirit.

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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Friday, January 2nd. We start with breaking news from last night, a shooting near East Main Street and Limestone leaves three people wounded, their conditions still unclear as police investigate with no suspects or motive yet. Lexington Police urge anyone with tips to call Bluegrass Crime Stoppers right away, and we appreciate their focus on community safety amid our fourth straight year of declining gun violence. Shifting to brighter notes, our local schools shine, with Thomas More University womens basketball team grabbing their tenth win, 55 to 41 over Trevecca Nazarene, led by junior Desiree Tandys career-high 13 points and seven rebounds. The mens Saints dominated too, crushing Kentucky State 92 to 61 with sharp shooting from Pyan Paris, Colin McHale, and Kai Simpson. City Hall updates bring good news for daily life, as leaders push forward on infrastructure tweaks around Rupp Arena to ease traffic flow for us commuters. Job market stays strong, with about 400 remote hybrid openings in tech and admin roles popping up on Indeed, plus over 350 administrative gigs paying 15 to 69 dollars an hour nearby. Real estate heats up too, as Lexington ranks 16th on the 2025 best places to retire list from US News, drawing folks with our affordable homes and horse country charm, median prices holding steady around 320 thousand. New business buzz includes First Financial Bancorp expanding services after snapping up assets, boosting options for our local banking needs. Weather today brings chilly highs near 42 degrees with light flurries possible around Keeneland, so bundle up for outdoor errands, but clearer skies tomorrow mean a smoother weekend outlook. Culturally, were loving the magic of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe playing now through January 17th at the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, perfect family puppetry fun. Catch Hopeful Lutheran Churchs outreach at their Pantry of Hope near Yealey Elementary, gearing up for their 220th anniversary this year. Upcoming, head to The Green Door in nearby Northern Kentucky this month for alcohol-free mocktails, live music, and real connections. For a feel-good lift, veteran James Stevens shares his recovery story from Shepherds House, reminding us one step starts the journey for the one in ten facing alcohol challenges. Note a measles exposure alert from an out-of-state visitor at Ark Encounter and Holiday Inn Express, so check your vaccines and watch for symptoms up to 21 days out. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and remember to subscribe for daily updates. This has been Lexington Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Thursday, January 1. We kick off 2026 with clear skies overhead after last nights New Years celebrations, but bundle up as temperatures hover around freezing this morning, warming to the mid forties by afternoon. Light winds make it perfect for outdoor walks along the Legacy Trail, though watch for icy patches near downtown. Expect partly cloudy conditions through tomorrow with no major impacts on our plans.

We rang in the new year with style, listeners. FOX 56 News highlighted packed parties at South London Lanes for late night bowling at ninety five to one forty five a lane, free general admission at Near Twin Brewing with tables around two hundred, and soulful blues at The Burl starting at nine with tickets up to forty five bucks. Rhinestone Cowboy at Wide Spurts Cider kicked off at eight for fifteen dollars, while families enjoyed the Strike Up the Fun Hawaii Bash at Main Event from two to six for thirty five. Our police department kept things safe amid the crowds, reporting no major incidents overnight.

On the public safety front, Lexington police made a few arrests in the past day, including a theft at a smoke shop on Nicholasville Road, but nothing widespread. Stay vigilant around high traffic spots like Triangle Park.

City hall rings in changes affecting our wallets. Kentuckys individual income tax drops from four to three point five percent today, per the Lane Report, easing daily budgets as we shop at places like the Summit. Smoke shops now need new licenses under the fresh law, says LEX18, so expect some tweaks there.

Jobs look promising with about three hundred seventy remote hybrid openings in tech and admin on Indeed, ideal for our hybrid workforce. Real estate in Central Kentucky wrapped 2025 strong, according to the Mateyoke Group, with home values up and a projected one point two percent growth this year from Zillow forecasts. Rising values mean check your insurance near Chevy Chase.

New business buzz includes Alltechs four point six million expansion in Jessamine County, creating six jobs. Shoutout to Fayette County Schools superintendent Demetrus Liggins, named 2025 Superintendent of the Year by KASA.

Sports wise, Lexington Christian Academy gears up after a solid prep gridiron season. Mark your calendars for community events like the Eastern Little League alumni game this weekend at their field off Russell Cave Road.

For a feel good lift, that Eastern Little League 12U team clinched the state championship last summer with a two to one thriller over Bowling Green East, making history and inspiring our kids.

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