Staff
What’s open, what’s closed for Lexington parks in June
Director of Parks and Recreation, Monica Conrad, has sent out an update of what is open and remaining closed when it comes to Lexington parks and facilities.
University of Kentucky plans to have campus open for the 2020...
President Eli Capilouto sent an email addressing what is to come for UK campus this coming fall:
Dear Campus Community,
It’s a question that confronts us...
Lexington Recycling Center restarting operation
Lexington Recycling Center is expecting to restart curbside recycling for residents and businesses beginning Monday, May 4.
Executive Order issued regarding the Kentucky primary elections in June
An agreement has been reached between Governor Beshear and Secretary of State, Michal Adams, regarding the primary elections that has been rescheduled for June 23, 2020.
Gradual opening of health care services to begin in Kentucky
Back in March, an executive order was signed banning all non-essential medical procedures to help contain the spread of COVID-19. It was also enforced to help with the amount of PPE (personal protective equipment) and make sure the front line health care workers had enough when dealing with the virus.
Drive-thru testing coming to Lexington
During Governor Beshear's daily briefing on April 22, he announced drive-thru testing is coming to Lexington. How many locations? Who is eligible to get tested? Where is the testing being held?
FCPS to remain with NTI schooling for remainder of 2019-2020 year
Gov. Andy Beshear recommended April 20 that Kentucky schools not return to in-person instruction this spring because of the COVID-19 pandemic. That means Fayette County Public Schools will extend Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) through the end of the 2019-20 school year.
Forecastle 2020 Cancellation
Forecastle Festival released a statement:
Forecastle Festival 2020 will no longer take place this year. While we are disappointed to share this news, the health...
Kentucky Supreme Court extends suspension of in-person court
A statement released by the Supreme Court regarding extension due to COVID-19:
Everett McCorvey Wins SEC Faculty Achievement Award
Dr. Everett McCorvey, professor of voice in the University of Kentucky School of Music and director of UK Opera Theatre...