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Fayette County schools registered 350 fewer fifth grade students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.

1 gas station in cities throughout Jessamine County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Oct. 12

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jessamine County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Lexington police investigate fatal shooting on East Fifth Street

The Lexington Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that took place on East Fifth Street. On the night of Saturday, October 19, 2024, at approximately 10:50 p.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 400 block of East Fifth Street. Upon arrival, they found a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The individual was transported to a nearby hospital but was later pronounced dead. The Fayette County Coroner’s Office will be responsible for releasing the name of the deceased.

Which former Metro Lex News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

These former Metro Lex News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.

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Metro Lex News area weekly mass times

By Metro Lex News | Oct 19, 2024

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

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jessamine County in week ending Oct. 12?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jessamine County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Mini Mart robbery leads to arrest; shots fired but no injuries

A robbery incident at a Mini Mart on Anniston Drive led to the arrest of an 18-year-old suspect. On October 18, 2024, at approximately 2:55 p.m., officers responded to reports of a robbery involving gunfire. Upon arrival, they discovered that a male suspect had entered the store and engaged in a confrontation with the clerk before discharging his weapon. Fortunately, no one was harmed by the gunshots, although the clerk sustained non-life-threatening injuries during the altercation.

Lexington opens applications for second round of Lex Grow Trees grants

The City of Lexington has announced the second round of grant funding for the Lex Grow Trees program. This initiative aims to enhance the city's tree population by planting new trees, maintaining existing ones, and educating the public about their environmental, societal, economic, and health benefits. The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council initially allocated $1.5 million for this purpose.

Monarch-inspired art exhibit opens at Living Arts and Science Center

Art by Nature: Monarch Waystations will open its doors on Friday, October 18, at the Living Arts and Science Center located at 362 N. Martin Luther King Boulevard. The exhibition showcases art inspired by monarch waystations across Fayette County.

Hillcrest Avenue shooting leads to arrest; police seek more information

By Metro Lex News | Oct 17, 2024

One person has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident that occurred on Hillcrest Avenue on June 28. Trent Watkins, aged 20, faces charges including one count of Assault in the second degree and six counts of Wanton Endangerment in the first degree. He is currently detained at the Fayette County Detention Center.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Jessamine County in week ending Oct. 12?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jessamine County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2022-23 School Year Enrollment: 637 fourth grade students welcomed in Jessamine County schools

There were 637 fourth grade students enrolled in Jessamine County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Jessamine County in week ending Oct. 12

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jessamine County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Lexington Parks & Rec recognized as National Gold Medal Award finalist