Lexington Brief

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General 1 outlet · WKYT

Officials share details about connection between domestic violence and animal abuse

Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control says research links intimate partner violence and animal abuse, with abusers sometimes harming or threatening pets to intimidate and isolate partners. The agency says concern for pets can delay survivors from leaving and urges people to plan a safe place for themselves and their animals, gather essentials, and contact a trusted person or domestic violence advocate. GreenHouse 17’s 24-hour crisis hotline is 800-544-2022.

Government 1 outlet · CivicLex

Kentucky’s voting registration deadline is approaching. Here’s what to know

Kentucky residents have until Monday, Oct. 5, to register to vote in the Nov. 3 general election. Online applications are due by 4 p.m.; mail-in forms must be postmarked by Oct. 5, and in-person registration is available at county clerk’s offices. Applicants must meet state eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship and at least 28 days of Kentucky residency. Voters can check their registration at govote.ky.gov.

Public safety 1 outlet · WKYT

Streets to close in Danville for Bourbon Chase

Several streets in downtown Danville are closing Oct. 2 for the Bourbon Chase, the Danville Police Department said. Parking on Main Street between Third and Fourth streets is already closed. That block of Main Street and Fourth Street between Broadway and Main will close at noon. Police urged drivers to use caution and watch for runners.

Sports 1 outlet · WUKY

The Extra Point: Kentucky football heads to South Carolina as Big Blue Madness kicks off basketball season

No. 24 Kentucky travels to Columbia this week as a slight underdog against South Carolina. The Gamecocks will be without top defensive end Dylan Stewart, who is suspended indefinitely after throwing a punch against Alabama. Kentucky volleyball visits Auburn, women’s soccer faces No. 3 Vanderbilt in Nashville, and Big Blue Madness tips off tonight at Rupp Arena.

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