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2,089 Asian students enrolled in Fayette County's only district in 2022-23 school year

By Metro Lex News | Jan 31, 2024

In the 2022-23 school year, 4.6% of students enrolled in Fayette County's only school district identified as Asian.

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How many Black students were enrolled in Fayette County's only district in 2022-23 school year?

By Metro Lex News | Jan 30, 2024

In the 2022-23 school year, 22.3% of students enrolled in Fayette County's only school district identified as Black.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jessamine County in week ending Jan. 27?

By Metro Lex News | Jan 30, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Jessamine County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Mayor Linda Gorton Reflects on Five Years of Progress in State of the City and County Address

By Metro Lex News | Jan 30, 2024

Lexington, Jan 30, 2024 - Mayor Linda Gorton delivered her annual State of the City and County address today, marking five years since her first speech in 2019. The event, hosted by the Lexington Forum at the Central Bank Convention Center, provided an opportunity for Mayor Gorton to reflect on the progress made during her tenure and outline the future vision for the community.In her speech, Mayor Gorton proudly acknowledged the accomplishments achieved over the past five years. She stated, "Five years! It has been five years since my first State of the City-County Speech...

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Fayette County Education: 23,142 white students enrolled in 2022-23 school year

By Metro Lex News | Jan 29, 2024

In the 2022-23 school year, 51.4% of students enrolled in Fayette County's only school district identified as white.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Jessamine County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Jan. 27

By Metro Lex News | Jan 28, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jessamine County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, 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. 29?

By Metro Lex News | Jan 28, 2024

These former Metro Lex News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29.

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Metro Lex News area weekly mass times

By Metro Lex News | Jan 27, 2024

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

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Lexington's Art on the Town Program Returns for Third Year, Providing Opportunities for Local Artists

By Metro Lex News | Jan 26, 2024

Lexington's Art on the Town program is set to return for its third year, offering local artists and authors the chance to showcase and sell their work in downtown Lexington. The program provides mobile art carts to a variety of artists, including painters, printmakers, jewelers, woodworkers, and authors, among others."The mobile art carts have been widely popular in Lexington," Mayor Linda Gorton stated. "Art on the Town allows our residents and visitors to come together to support and learn from our talented and diverse arts community."Starting in March, the program...

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38 is median age of Jessamine County residents by 2021

By Metro Lex News | Jan 26, 2024

Jessamine County residents have a median age of 38-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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Mayor unveils official 250th Anniversary logo

By Metro Lex News Report | Jan 26, 2024

Today, Mayor Linda Gorton and members of the 250 Lex Commission unveiled the official logo that will promote the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the city’s founding, coming in 2025.

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Evening commuters urged to drive carefully

By Metro Lex News Report | Jan 25, 2024

Streets & Roads and Water Quality day shift will stay until 8 p.m. to maximize cleaning efforts for neighborhood roads.

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Lexington to commemorate 50th anniversary of merged government

By Metro Lex News Report | Jan 24, 2024

Lexington will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the formation of the merged Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government at 6 p.m., March 21, Mayor Linda Gorton announced today.

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Winter weather: Here we ‘snow’ again

By Metro Lex News Report | Jan 23, 2024

The City is ready for another round of snow and continued bitter temperatures.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jessamine County in week ending Jan. 20?

By Metro Lex News | Jan 23, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jessamine County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Lexington Unveils Official Logo for 250th Anniversary Celebration

By Metro Lex News | Jan 23, 2024

Lexington, KY - Mayor Linda Gorton and members of the 250 Lex Commission revealed the official logo that will be used to promote the city's 250th anniversary celebration in 2025. The logo, created by Savannah Guthrie, a local graphic designer, was selected from 22 creative submissions."2025 is going to be a big year for our city," Mayor Gorton said. "This logo encompasses the significance of our 250th anniversary, while highlighting our vibrant arts community."The Mayor's 250 Lex Commission, established in September 2023, is tasked with planning a year-long series of...

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2024 LexCount seeking community volunteers

By Metro Lex News Report | Jan 23, 2024

The Lex End Homelessness Continuum of Care (CoC) seeks teams of volunteers to visit dozens of outdoor locations where persons experiencing unsheltered homelessness might sleep overnight.

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Lexington Police Issue Golden Alert for Missing Man

By Metro Lex News | Jan 22, 2024

The Lexington Police Department has issued a Golden Alert for a missing Lexington man, Harold "Larry" Morgan. The 90-year-old was last seen on January 21, 2024, in the 3800 block of Ruby Lane. Mr. Morgan, who is diagnosed with dementia, was last seen driving a white 2015 Lexus GX 350 with the Kentucky license plate 063 TBG.In a statement, the Lexington Police Department urged anyone with knowledge of Harold Morgan's whereabouts to call 911. The department is actively searching for the missing man and is seeking the public's assistance in locating him.The Golden Alert...

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Water Week seeking events

By Metro Lex News Report | Jan 22, 2024

It may be snowing outside, but spring is right around the corner!

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Two-hour delay for city employees, travel with caution

By Metro Lex News Report | Jan 22, 2024

There is a two-hour delay for all city employees who are not involved in response to weather conditions.