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Floral designers at the Kroger marketplace in Versailles are creating garlands for winners of the 2026 Breeders’ Cup. The work continues a tradition that began in 1988.
Kentucky basketball has concluded its preseason preparations. Point guard play remains a work in progress as the team moves toward the regular season.
Kentucky coach Mark Pope discussed Alex Wilkins’ in-game turnaround in a video published by the Lexington Herald-Leader. Pope described Wilkins’ response as a sign of maturity.
Minnesota United rallied late to earn a comeback win over Kansas City.
Jonathan Bamba scored and assisted as the Chicago Fire drew with Orlando City.
Kentucky Blood Center will hold a blood drive from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, in the Cross Center aerobics room at Forks of the Elkhorn Baptist Church, 480 Duckers Road. Donors must be at least 17 (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good health and show photo ID. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome; schedule at kybloodcenter.org or call 800-775-2522. Donors will receive a T-shirt while supplies last.
Frankfort and Franklin County police, fire and EMS agencies responded Tuesday to several non-injury crashes and a vehicle fire on Interstate 64. Crews were called to reports of people trapped in elevators at a Holiday Inn Express and the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. Other calls included a stolen-vehicle report, an assault report, a possible explosion near Fat Kats Billiards & Bar and a missing 15-year-old girl.
Frankfort resident Kaleb Brown and tabletop group Swan Attack will play Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay for 24 hours, from midnight Nov. 7 to midnight Nov. 8, in a livestreamed fundraiser. The marathon supports Extra Life, which benefits Norton Children’s Hospital in Louisville, and has a $2,000 goal. Viewers can donate to affect the game, with the stream airing at twitch.tv/hackergiml3.
William Joseph Crisis Nursery, Kentucky’s first crisis nursery, is preparing to open and provide children with stays of up to 30 days while their families face crises such as homelessness, domestic violence or substance abuse. Executive Director Rachel Moore says the nonprofit cannot apply for federal funding because its mission and vision include words on an administration’s banned-words list. The nursery is pursuing county and other grants, donations and community partnerships; its bedrooms are complete.
Dr. Sharonda Cox of Richmond competed Wednesday in another episode of “Survivor” season 51, filmed in Fiji. Her tribe won immunity. Cox is safe for another week.
Benie Traore scored a late goal to give New York City FC a win over United.
Nikola Jokic reached a triple-double milestone as the Denver Nuggets held off a surge by the New Orleans Pelicans. The headline did not specify the milestone or final score.
A new Kentucky initiative helps businesses find child care options for employees. It aims to ease child care costs for families and support workforce needs statewide.
Kentucky health officials are investigating an unusual number of pediatric diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) cases in eastern Kentucky, where the tumors have no known cause. Families and health experts met Wednesday at the Corbin Center as state officials said they are working with local health departments and federal officials to investigate. A federal review of mercury, radon and water data has found no link so far.
Sam Houston has fired coach Phil Longo less than two seasons into his tenure.
Trainer Cherie DeVaux returns to Keeneland in Lexington with Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo, seeking another milestone at the Breeders’ Cup.
Josh Sargent scored the winning goal for Toronto against D.C. The loss ended D.C.’s playoff hopes.
Fayette County Clerk Susan Lamb and CivicLex are urging voters to review their precinct-specific ballots before Kentucky early voting begins Thursday. The ballot includes 24 elections, including races for all 15 Lexington council seats, two school board seats and judicial openings. Fayette County early voting runs 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; officials advise voters to bring ID and expect lines.
Bam Adebayo and the Miami Heat defeated the Atlanta Hawks to secure the team’s first win of the season.
Evan Mobley and the Cleveland Cavaliers spoiled AJ Dybantsa’s debut with the Washington Wizards.
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