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Major political organizations have finalized their ratings for Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District race, which remains highly competitive ahead of Tuesday’s election.
West Virginia overcame an early deficit and went on to beat Niagara.
Indiana held Eastern Illinois in check during the first half and went on to win 91-57.
Four Kentucky meat processors will receive a combined $797,059 in USDA grants to expand capacity and upgrade equipment, officials announced in Lexington. Marksbury Farm Foods, Kentucky Meatsmith and Riverview Meat Company each received about $238,000 to $250,000, while Central KY Custom Meats received $59,537. Projects include beef-processing expansion, automated quality control and specialty meat production, with the goal of giving livestock producers in Central and Southern Kentucky greater access to
Georgetown routed Loyola (Md.) in its season opener, extending its streak of opening-game victories.
No. 16 Michigan opened its title defense with a win over Oakland.
Louisville basketball's De'Shayne Montgomery will miss four to six weeks with a foot injury.
Work began Monday on a raised crosswalk at West Short and Market streets in Lexington, city officials said. The installation is intended to slow traffic and make pedestrians more visible, reducing collisions. Crews will work daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Nov. 20. One lane of West Short will close for 24 hours at a time for concrete work, and the streets will be milled, paved and restriped; drivers should watch for flaggers.
Milwaukee Brewers player Jake Bauers was among eight players to receive a qualifying offer worth $23.15 million.
Lexington’s new venue The Rail announced its first 10 concerts, beginning with Lynyrd Skynyrd on Jan. 23, 2027. The lineup also includes Umphrey’s McGee, Niko Moon, Cole Swindell, Gregory Alan Isakov, Dexter and The Moonrocks, BigXthaPlug, The Dead South with Amigo the Devil, BUNT. and Billy Currington, with shows scheduled through June 19. The Rail, in The Commons Entertainment District, is slated to open in early 2027. Tickets go on sale Nov. 6 at 10 a.m.
Ben Shelton has added Carlos Alcaraz’s coach to his team for 2027.
Kentucky is forecast to see near-record high temperatures on Election Day Tuesday. The warm conditions follow a gloomy day at the start of November’s first week.
Kyla Ford and Isabella Lindsey cover four Kentucky stories on Season 4, Episode 11 of the Kentucky Kernel’s “Catching Up with the Kernel” podcast. The University of Kentucky is suing CVS, alleging $41 million in fraud over five years, while the Bill Gatton Foundation has given $30 million to the Arboretum. The episode also covers Lexington’s new public transportation service with Lextran and Gov. Andy Beshear’s rally appearance for Zach Dembo in Lexington.
Mark Walter is reportedly seeking to sell a stake in Cadillac’s Formula 1 operation at a $3 billion valuation. The report provides no further details.
Fayette County voters will decide Tuesday whether to approve three amendments to Lexington’s government charter. The proposals would raise Urban County Council members’ salaries to nearly $60,000 starting in 2031, require the council to create publicly viewable attendance and accountability expectations, and mandate a charter review every eight years. Adam Klier, who helped develop the amendments, said the review would give residents a chance to assess how local government operates.
A popular brewery in Louisville plans to close at the end of 2026, after 10 years in operation.
Lexington voters choose a mayor Tuesday as incumbent Linda Gorton and challenger Raquel Carter make final appeals ahead of Election Day. Both urged registered voters to cast ballots, saying local decisions directly affect residents. Gorton highlighted programs and partnerships from her eight years in office as she seeks a third term; Carter pointed to affordability, roads and youth, and said the election is about the city’s future. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Rain returned to central Kentucky Monday for the first time in about two weeks, creating slick conditions during the morning commute. Jim Peters, lead driving instructor at Apex Driving School in Lexington, said rain can bring built-up oil and grease to the road surface, reducing tire traction. He advises checking tire tread and wipers, leaving extra following distance and, if hydroplaning, easing off the gas and steering gently rather than braking hard.
In Kentucky, the state pays for automatic recounts in certain general election races when the margin is less than 0.5%, including governor, U.S. Congress and the General Assembly. For other recounts, the requester pays; a candidate in an eligible race who loses by more than 0.5% must also cover the cost. Kentucky does not reimburse recount costs if the result changes.
Georgetown, Ky., has raised 911 dispatchers’ pay by $5 an hour, effective immediately, as the city works to address a nationwide staffing shortage. Dispatcher Coordinator Jennifer Jones said the center is seeking to hire five more employees and hopes the increase will help recruit and retain staff. Dispatchers handle emergency calls and coordinate with police, fire and EMS, as well as track wanted people and stolen property.
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