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Spring allergies causing problems for many in our area
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT)—As the weather continues to get warmer, you’ll likely spend more time outdoors. It’s important to be aware of your allergies. “Now we are in the middle of the tree pollen season. Before long, we are going to start seeing a lot of grass pollen. We’ll have a short break during the summer, the dead part of the summer. By late summer and into the fall, you’ll see a lot of weed pollen. So there’s not a whole lot of relief until we get that real strong frost in the fall,” said Dr. William Greisner of Bluegrass Allergy Care.
Lexington crews respond to vehicle fire
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Crews in Lexington are responding to a vehicle fire. It is happening near Winchester Road and Polo Club Boulevard. We are seeing traffic backed up in the area. We will update this story as we learn more information.
Sean Woods checks every box Mark Pope is looking for in an assistant
The perfect candidate to occupy one of new Kentucky head coach Mark Pope's spots on his debut coaching staff bench has been in Lexington since July, preparing for his next opportunity. Sean Woods, a former Wildcat with over 20 years of college coaching experience, including 13 years as a head...
Former baseball field to welcome affordable housing project
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Much like baseball, the redevelopment of Marquard Field is a team sport. Multiple banks came together to purchase the land from Transylvania University in January; it was home to Pioneers baseball for nearly 20 years. Now, a group of local affordable housing developers will build numerous...
Job fair helps people with a criminal record get a second chance
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - For a Thursday, leaders with Bluegrass Community Church are very busy. It’s not for a church service; it’s to help community members re-enter the labor force. “Churches all across the country are providing a 2nd chance opportunity for individuals with a background and providing...
Work continues after storms ripped through Lexington two weeks ago
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Tuesday marks two weeks since storms ripped through Kentucky. Nineteen tornadoes were confirmed across the state. Lexington Emergency Management says Chevy Chase was Lexington’s hardest-hit neighborhood. “Most of our neighbors lost power. Unfortunately, I saw a lot of beautiful trees fall. Some of the roads...
Good Question: Is the city or state responsible if my car is damaged by a pothole?
(WKYT) - For today’s Good Question, Greg asks, “New Circle is still inundated with potholes. Is the city or state responsible if my car is damaged?”. Possibly, but it’s going to depend on whether or not you can prove the agency in charge of maintaining that road was aware of the pothole and had time to repair it.
University of Kentucky extends confirmation deadline to May 15
LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 9, 2024) — The University of Kentucky is extending its confirmation deadline to May 15 for first-year incoming students who wish to enroll for the fall 2024 semester. This extension is due to federal delays associated with important financial aid information. UK’s traditional confirmation deadline is...
Candidates vying for council member positions hold meet and greet in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Election Day is May 21st, just over a month away and the city of Lexington will have twelve district councilmember seats on the ballot. District 1 candidates include current council member, Tayna Fogle, UK Anesthesia Technician, Tyler Morton, and IHeart manager, Darnell Tagaloa. “First district...
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