Lexington Brief

Local news, organized by what happened.

Schools 1 outlet · WKYT

Lexington student hit by vehicle, sustains reported life-threatening injuries

A Fayette County Public Schools student suffered reported life-threatening injuries after being hit by a vehicle while walking to a bus stop on Briar Hill Road in east Lexington around 7:25 a.m. Tuesday. Lexington police said the school bus’s stop arm was not out at the time of the crash. The incident remains under investigation, and police do not expect to file criminal charges.

General 1 outlet · LEX18

Rudy Fest announces end of bluegrass festival after 25-year run

Rudy Fest organizers announced they are retiring from Rudy Fest, LLC and ending the bluegrass festival after 25 years. Founders Rudy Burchett, Tom Carper and Leroy Walker said the decision followed much thought and thanked attendees, volunteers, sponsors, musicians and local businesses. The Morehead-area event supported local youth sports, and organizers said ending that support is among their biggest regrets.

Government 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

Can the last statehouse Democrat from Northern Kentucky survive?

The Lexington Herald-Leader examines the political future of Northern Kentucky’s last Democratic state lawmaker. The headline asks whether the legislator can remain in office. The supplied text does not name the lawmaker or provide details about the contest.

General 1 outlet · WKYT

ONE Lexington hosting 4th annual ‘Symposium to Address Youth & Young Adult Gun Violence’

ONE Lexington will host its fourth annual Symposium to Address Youth & Young Adult Gun Violence on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Phoenix Building on East Vine Street in Lexington. The event will focus on the city’s crisis response strategy, including efforts to mitigate retaliatory violence and support gun violence survivors. Organizers also plan to hear from community members about ways to improve the city’s response plan.

Government 1 outlet · LEX18

Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association hosting third annual shooting competition in Georgetown

The Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association will host Georgetown Police Department’s third annual shooting competition in Georgetown, Kentucky, giving residents a chance to compete and meet local officers. Entry costs $50, and cash prizes will go to the top three shooters; the department will supply firearms and ammunition, with range officers monitoring safety. Participants must be at least 18, and proceeds will support the department’s equipment needs and other projects. Registration details are on

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