Lexington Brief

Local news, organized by what happened.

Business 2 outlets · Herald-Leader, The Lane Report

Blue Steel plans 1.77 million-square-foot industrial development in Shelbyville

Blue Steel Development acquired about 309 acres along Old Finchville Road in Shelbyville for Steel 64, a two-building industrial project totaling nearly 1.77 million square feet. The development is planned for distribution, logistics and manufacturing tenants, less than a mile from Interstate 64. Construction is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026, with completion expected in the fourth quarter of 2027.

Public safety 1 outlet · WKYT

2 people are safe after Lexington Crash

Two people were rescued from a vehicle after a crash on Marblerock Way in Lexington, according to fire officials. Fire officials said one vehicle was on its side and described the crash as a single-vehicle accident. Lexington police said two vehicles were involved and no injuries or charges are expected.

Sports 3 outlets · Herald-Leader, Spectrum News 1, The Kentucky Kernel

No. 23 Kentucky beats Manhattan 85-57 in opener as Milan Momcilovic scores 24 pointsMomcilovic scores 24 as Kentucky routs Manhattan

No. 23 Kentucky beat Manhattan 85-57 in its men’s basketball season opener after falling behind 9-4 early. The Wildcats took control with a 13-0 run and led 48-22 at halftime. Milan Momcilovic scored a game-high 24 points, making 6 of 9 shots from 3-point range, as Kentucky shot 53% overall. Kentucky next faces James Madison on Friday, Nov. 6.

Government 1 outlet · WUKY

Kentucky's data center tax incentives might get a second look, but don't expect a repeal: Senate President

Kentucky Senate President Robert Stivers says lawmakers may revisit the state’s data center tax incentives but are not expected to repeal them. The incentives have not been used; a Kentucky Center for Economic Policy report estimated they could cost more than $2 billion in revenue if companies claim them. Stivers said lawmakers are discussing clarifying tax language, and a shorter incentive period has also been suggested.

General 2 outlets · FOX 56, Herald-Leader

Two people indicted in Marion County over alleged trafficking of a teenagerKentucky attorney general reports teen trafficking indictments

Two people were indicted in Marion County on charges stemming from the alleged trafficking of a teenager, Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman said. The indictments followed a human trafficking investigation.

General 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

No. 4 UConn and No. 16 Michigan meet in NCAA title rematchNo. 4 UConn faces No. 16 Michigan in title rematch

No. 4 UConn and No. 16 Michigan are set to meet in an NCAA title rematch.

General 1 outlet · The State Journal (Politics)

Flat Creek Road bridge in Franklin County to open Tuesday as traffic shifts to new spanTraffic shifts to new Flat Creek Road bridge Tuesday

A new bridge on Flat Creek Road (KY 12) in Franklin County will open Tuesday near the Franklin-Henry County line, shifting traffic from the existing bridge to the new structure and roadway alignment just east of it. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advises motorists to follow traffic controls. The old bridge and approach will be demolished after traffic moves; the replacement is part of a $5.4 million project.

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