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1 gas station in cities throughout Jessamine County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Dec. 30 2023

By Metro Lex News | Dec 31, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Jessamine County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 30 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Metro Lex News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 1?

By Metro Lex News | Dec 30, 2023

These former Metro Lex News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 1.

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Metro Lex News area weekly mass times

By Metro Lex News | Dec 30, 2023

The following parishes in the Metro Lex News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Notice of new affordable housing project

By Metro Lex News Report | Dec 30, 2023

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government is soliciting public comments on the MLK Apartments project at 530 North Martin Luther King Blvd., Lexington, KY 40508, for potential consulting parties interested in more information about the Federal 106 Review Process.

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Pemberton Street Homicide Investigation

By Metro Lex News Report | Dec 29, 2023

The Lexington Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred this evening.

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Lexington Police Issue Golden Alert for Missing Man

By Metro Lex News | Dec 29, 2023

The Lexington Police Department has issued a Golden Alert for a missing Lexington man, Brian Ramsey. Ramsey, 34 years old, was last seen on December 29, 2023, at around 12:30 a.m. in the 2000 block of Cambridge Drive. He is described as 6 feet tall, approximately 140 pounds, with hazel eyes and brown hair. Ramsey was last seen wearing a maroon coat and blue jeans. Ramsey has a mental health condition and it is believed that he may be traveling on foot. In light of his disappearance, the police department is urging anyone with knowledge of Brian Ramsey's whereabouts to...

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Teen Charged In Connection with Vehicle Thefts

By Metro Lex News Report | Dec 28, 2023

A teen has been charged in connection with stealing vehicles, criminal mischief, and receiving stolen property.

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Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Seeks Public Comments on MLK Apartments Project

By Metro Lex News | Dec 28, 2023

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government is inviting public comments on the MLK Apartments project located at 530 North Martin Luther King Blvd., Lexington, KY. The project, proposed by the Qureshi Development Group, aims to transform an existing historic church building into 20 multifamily units of permanent affordable rental housing.According to the announcement, eight of the units will be funded by HOME funds, while three will be funded by HOME-ARP. The estimated cost of the project is $3,078,000, with approximately $1,140,728 of HOME funds and $272,786 of...

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Lexington Police Investigating Homicide on East 5th Street

By Metro Lex News | Dec 28, 2023

The Lexington Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that took place on the evening of December 27, 2023. According to reports, officers were dispatched to the area of East 5th Street and Pemberton Street at 4:58 p.m. in response to a shooting incident. Upon arrival, they discovered a male victim inside a vehicle, who had sustained a gunshot wound. The victim was immediately transported to a local hospital but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. The identity of the deceased will be released by the Fayette County Coroner's Office.Detectives from the...

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Teen Arrested for Vehicle Theft and Criminal Mischief in Lexington

By Metro Lex News | Dec 27, 2023

A 16-year-old has been arrested and charged in connection with multiple incidents of vehicle theft and criminal mischief in Lexington, Kentucky. The arrest came after an out-of-county pursuit that ended in Fayette County on Saturday, December 23, 2023.Detectives from the Auto Crimes Unit have been investigating a series of stolen vehicles, theft from vehicles, and criminal mischief cases over the past few months. Thanks to the utilization of the Real-Time Intelligence Center and Flock license plate readers, the detectives were able to identify a suspect in several of...

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One arrested for Robbery and Assault

By Metro Lex News Report | Dec 24, 2023

One person has been arrested in connection with a shooting and a robbery that occurred this evening on Village Drive.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jessamine County in week ending Dec. 23 2023?

By Metro Lex News | Dec 24, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Jessamine County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Dec. 23 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Metro Lex News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 25?

By Metro Lex News | Dec 23, 2023

These former Metro Lex News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 25.

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Jessamine County Education: Which school had most students enrolled in 2022-23 school year?

By Metro Lex News | Dec 23, 2023

In the 2022-23 school year, West Jessamine High School experienced the largest enrollment among Jessamine County schools.

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Metro Lex News area weekly mass times

By Metro Lex News | Dec 23, 2023

The following parishes in the Metro Lex News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Fayette County Education: Which school had most students enrolled in 2022-23 school year?

By Metro Lex News | Dec 22, 2023

Lafayette High School stood out in Fayette County with 2,456 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.

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Arrest Made in Robbery and Shooting on Village Drive

By Metro Lex News | Dec 22, 2023

One person has been arrested in connection with a shooting and a robbery that occurred on Village Drive in Lexington. On the evening of December 21, 2023, officers responded to a robbery at Imperial Liquor on Village Drive. The suspect, identified as Anthony Parks, entered the store with a firearm and attempted to steal beer. During the altercation with the suspect, a store clerk was shot. Fortunately, the victim's injuries were reported as non-life-threatening, and he was transported to a local hospital for treatment.The suspect, Anthony Parks, 27, was detained by...

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Holiday waste collection schedule

By Metro Lex News Report | Dec 21, 2023

Lexington’s Division of Waste Management will adjust its collection schedule for the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s holidays.

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Mayor asks motorists to use extra caution

By Metro Lex News Report | Dec 20, 2023

Mayor Linda Gorton urged motorists to use extra caution on the drive home this evening.

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LEXPARK Extends Food for Fines Program

By Metro Lex News Report | Dec 19, 2023

LEXPARK, the Lexington Parking Authority, is thrilled to announce the extension of its nationally-recognized “Food for Fines” initiative in collaboration with God’s Pantry Food Bank, through Friday, Dec. 29 due to the outpouring of support and generosity by the community.