Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Sunday, November ninth.

We wake up this morning to news that has Big Blue Nation buzzing. Last night at Kroger Field, the Kentucky Wildcats football team dominated the Florida Gators, pulling off a commanding thirty-eight to seven victory. This marks the Cats' largest margin of victory over the Gators in seventy-five years and the third straight Kentucky win over Florida here in Lexington. Freshman quarterback Cutter Boley delivered two touchdowns and the Cats defense shined with three interceptions. That puts Kentucky at four and five on the season as we head into the final home game next Saturday against Tennessee Tech. The energy in town is high, and fans are already eyeing what this could mean for next season.

Turning to our weather, we need those rain jackets handy today. Scattered showers are moving through the area and it’s going to stay cool, with highs only around forty-seven. Lows tonight will dip to the mid-forties, and tomorrow brings a wintry mix of rain turning to snow showers, so driving conditions could become tricky early in the week. Better news ahead though, as the forecast shows sunnier skies and milder temps starting Tuesday.

On the city front, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet reminds everyone about temporary road closures tonight for ongoing work in the downtown construction zone near Main and Broadway. If you’re out late or heading to Blue Grass Airport, plan a little extra time for detours.

In job market news, employers in Lexington-Fayette have listed over thirteen thousand job openings this weekend, with opportunities ranging from delivery drivers and medical staff to roles like manufacturing associates and dental examiners for military events. Notably, Aerotek is hiring industrial maintenance technicians, with applications open until November twenty-first. RN hiring events throughout the city are still offering sign-on bonuses for eligible nurses, so it’s a strong time to search if you’re looking to make a move.

Real estate activity has slowed a bit as we head into the holiday season, but many neighborhoods report steady home prices and a few new listings along Harrodsburg Road and Chevy Chase. Demand remains high for affordable rentals across the city, and local agencies say there’s particular interest near the University of Kentucky campus.

It’s a dynamic weekend on the cultural scene. Blippi’s “Join the Band” tour brings family fun to the Lexington Opera House today, and Rupp Arena will soon welcome Eastern Illinois for the UK men’s basketball matchup next Friday. Don’t forget, tickets for the Craig Ferguson comedy special at the Opera House in February just went on sale.

On the business front, a few notable changes: locals are buzzing about a new artisan bakery opening this week on Winchester Road, while a longtime hardware store on Southland Drive announced it will close after more than thirty years, citing changes in customer habits. City officials say new grant programs for small businesses are expected to launch by Thanksgiving, and more details should be coming soon.

In schools, congratulations to Henry Clay High’s academic team, which took second place in the statewide quiz bowl this weekend. Lafayette High girls’ soccer wrapped up their season with a hard-fought regional final, and Bryan Station’s robotics club qualified for nationals.

Turning to public safety, police responded overnight to a reported break-in at a convenience store near Richmond Road. Officers quickly apprehended a suspect and no injuries were reported. Lexington Police remind residents to keep vehicles locked and report any suspicious activity on their street, especially with holiday shopping underway.

Before we go, here’s a feel-good story from the Chevy Chase area. Neighbors rallied to throw a surprise birthday parade for Miss Opal Carter, who turned one hundred and four yesterday. She says the secret to her long life is lots of laughter and good friends, and after yesterday’s celebration, she certainly has both.

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