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FEMA trailers arrive in London
On Tuesday, the Virginia in Somerset hosted its 606 Strong Tornado Relief Benefit. Seven artists donated their time to help raise money for tornado survivors while giving people a reason to smile.
Julie Chrisley to be released from Lexington prison after presidential pardon
The Fayette County Board of Education voted to approve raising the occupational licensing tax Tuesday night. The farm is donating a portion of their hotel block previously reserved for their VIP event ...
Equine center offers free getaway weekend for tornado victims
In the rolling hills of Bourbon County, Brave Hearts Equine Center is a quiet place, with a focus on peace and recovery ...
Keeneland to host Breeders’ Cup in 2026
On Tuesday, the Virginia in Somerset hosted its 606 Strong Tornado Relief Benefit. Seven artists donated their time to help raise money for tornado survivors while giving people a reason to smile. The ...
FCPS approves tax resolution to avoid spending gap
A Disaster Recovery Center is now open in Somerset at the Center for Rural Development for folks affected by the tornado that ripped through Pulaski and Laurel Counties.
Dr Eli Colon - World No Tobacco Day
James and Kristy Sexton from the Sunshine Hill neighborhood in London were watching WKYT’s weather coverage on May 16. It was earlier this month when 42-year-old Ross Hicks was killed in a hit and run ...
Good Question: How much wine does the US import?
According to a report in Forbes, the U.S. imports around 37% of the wine it consumes. A majority of those imports, more than 72%, come from the European Union. While the current tariff for their wines ...
Lexington’s first park with public river access now open
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The city cut the ribbon Wednesday morning on Lexington’s first park with public river access. Kelley’s Landing Park, off Old Richmond Rd, spans 30 acres. It’s nestled in the ...
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Another system moves through towards the end of the work week
Some more showers and storms will be with us to close out the remaining days this week before a return to some warmth.
A new variant of COVID-19 may be driving up cases in some parts of the world, WHO says
The new variant is called NB.1.8.1. It arrives as the United States’ official stance on COVID-19 vaccination is changing.
'606 Strong' concert supports tornado victims
On Tuesday, the Virginia in Somerset hosted its 606 Strong Tornado Relief Benefit. Seven artists donated their time to help raise money for tornado survivors while giving people a reason to smile.
Jim Caldwell’s Forecast | Scattered showers & storms continue
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - It’s another day with—you guessed it—more scattered showers and thunderstorms across the Commonwealth ...