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Johnson Elementary one of two Kentucky schools to receive 2024 Green Ribbon Schools award
Robert D. Johnson Elementary School in Fort Thomas and Arlington Elementary School in Fayette County have earned the U.S. Department of Education’s (USED’s) 2024 Green Ribbon Schools award for their creative efforts to lower utility costs and environmental impact, enhance health and wellbeing, and provide quality sustainability education.
Schedule Kids’ 2024-25 Back-to-School Immunizations Today
With Fayette County in the middle of a pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak, now is the time to start thinking about back-to-school immunizations!. Our Public Health Clinic can help with back-to-school shots, including the pertussis vaccine, for all grade levels, as well as COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 6 months and older.
Lexington government preparing for medical cannabis sales in January
Originally published by WEKU. The sale of medical cannabis in Kentucky will begin this January. In preparation, local governments like that in Fayette County, are establishing applicable zoning and licensing ordinances. The Lexington City Council took final action on two medical cannabis related ordinances last week. On the zoning side...
Board Of Health Selects Jabbour As Chair For 2024-25
The Lexington-Fayette County Board of Health named Majd Jabbour as chair for the 2024-25 fiscal year, which began July 1. Jabbour currently serves as a practice manager at UK Healthcare and is also president of both fashion houses Crittenden Rawlings & Albert Couture. A native of Syria, he received both his Bachelor of Biology and Master of Health Administration from the University of Kentucky. Beyond his many roles, Majd contributes to healthcare improvement efforts and community economic development through active participation in community and state boards, underscoring his commitment to a healthier society and a stronger economy.
Atlanta Drum Academy’s Battle with Permit Issues and Police Involvement: What’s Next? (video)
Parents and leaders of the Atlanta Drum Academy were taken aback when police were called during a Saturday practice at Macquarie Park in Fayette County. According to the academy’s Executive Director, James Ryles, this incident highlights the urgent need for a dedicated rehearsal space. Incident Details. The practice session...
Lexington firefighter arrested for allegedly shoplifting baseball cards at self-checkout
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — A Lexington firefighter was arrested Wednesday in Fayette County for allegedly shoplifting. The Lexington Fire Department said 54-year-old Robert Perkins has been with the department since 2006, but he is now on paid administrative duty while the Lexington Police Department investigates the charges against him.
Lexington officials give green light to medical cannabis
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - In April, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that medical cannabis businesses could start applying to be licensed on July 1. Some cities and counties have chosen to ban these businesses, but Thursday night, the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council voted to regulate medical cannabis businesses. The ordinance passed...
FEMA disaster recovery centers adjusting hours
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced shorter hours at the six Disaster Recovery Centers established to serve residents of 11 counties that experienced losses due to the severe weather on April 2. The centers will np longer be open on Sundays, effective June...
Fire Department: Lexington firefighter arrested for shoplifting
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Lexington Firefighter Robert Perkins was arrested on June 26 in Fayette County on charges of Theft by Unlawful Taking (Shoplifting) under $500, according to the Lexington Fire Department. Perkins, who has been employed by the Lexington Fire Department since 2006, has been placed on paid administrative...
Where medical marijuana dispensaries, cultivators can operate in Fayette County
Local governments throughout Kentucky are rushing to put zoning in place before the state starts issuing operator licenses July 1. Medical marijuana companies will soon be able to operate in Fayette County.
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