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Lexington plans public town hall on how to use funds from the National Opioid Litigation settlement
Two town hall meetings are planned later this month to give residents an opportunity to discuss what kinds of services Lexington needs to do a better job fighting the opioid epidemic.
Lexington tax preparer pleads guilty to filing false tax returns
LEXINGTON, Ky.--A Fayette County tax preparer, Tiffany Williams, has entered a guilty plea in federal court concerning charges of preparing and filing fraudulent tax returns through their business, Quality Tax Services (QTS), based in Lexington, Kentucky. The plea agreement, filed this Tuesday, shines a light on a deceptive practice that spanned from 2014 to 2017, posing serious questions about ethical standards in tax preparation services.
Lexington launches “Lex Grow Trees” campaign to enhance urban tree canopy
Lexington, KY – In an enthusiastic gathering Wednesday afternoon, Lexington’s Third District Council Member, Hannah LeGris, alongside local environmental group Geomancer Permaculture, unveiled the new Lex Grow Trees campaign, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at revitalizing the urban tree canopy across Fayette County. This announcement marks a significant step forward in the city’s commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement in green projects.
Fayette Alliance to unveil Lexington land use and housing research on March 5
LEXINGTON, Ky.--The Fayette Alliance, a horse industry and agricultural advocacy nonprofit, announced Wednesday the upcoming release of three pivotal research studies on March 5, 2024. These studies, aimed at addressing the critical issues of land use, development, and housing growth, promise to offer invaluable insights for shaping the future of the community. The findings will be presented during a special event at the Central Library Branch’s Farish Theatre.
KY Senate advances bill regarding crimes involving juveniles and firearms
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 14, 2024) — A much-debated bill calling for older juveniles who use a firearm during certain felonies to stand trial as adults received approval Wednesday from the Senate with a 25-9 vote. One senator cast a pass vote.
Kentucky House advances bill to ease substitute teacher shortage
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 14, 2024) — The Kentucky House of Representatives approved a bill Wednesday that seeks to address the state’s substitute teacher shortage. Primary sponsor Rep. Timmy Truett, R-McKee, said House Bill 387 is a necessity.
Tates Creek grad and startup founder convicted on wire fraud charges in Texas
U.S. Attorney's Office, Northern District of Texas. The founder of Slync, a supply-chain management software startup, has been convicted of defrauding investors out of at least $25 million, announced U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Leigha Simonton.
KY Senate Committee passes retail pet store measure
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 13, 2024) — The Senate Agriculture Committee approved legislation Tuesday that would limit the jurisdiction of local governments over retail pet stores. Senate Bill 157 would prevent counties and municipalities in Kentucky from adopting or enforcing regulations, codes or ordinances that prohibit retail pet shops from operating. However, the shops would still need to follow certain rules outlined in the legislation.
KY Committee unanimously approves anti-vaping bill
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 13, 2024) — Vaping among teens is a serious public health concern for many in Kentucky, but House Bill 142 is seeking to combat the trend. Rep. Mark Hart, R-Falmouth, is the primary sponsor of the bill. The House Education Committee unanimously approved the legislation Tuesday.
Evictions surge in Lexington, as pandemic-era assistance programs run out
LEXINGTON, Ky.–A report released Tuesday by the Commonwealth of Kentucky Court of Justice revealed eviction cases in Fayette County have returned to pre-pandemic levels. The report details forcible detainer cases filed between January 2019 through January 2024, revealing significant fluctuations in case numbers that underscore the challenges residents face in securing stable housing amid evolving assistance programs and legislative landscapes.
Kentucky man charged with selling fictitious luxury cars
LEXINGTON, Ky.--A Kentucky man, Hussein A. Qasim, was charged in federal court Wednesday with conspiracy to commit money laundering and transactional money laundering. This follows an investigation led by the United States Secret Service, spotlighting a sophisticated scheme involving fictitious luxury vehicle sales. Perpetrators, employing various aliases, duped luxury car dealerships across the United States into wiring funds for vehicles that were never delivered.
Lexington doctor pleads guilty to taking kickbacks to order medically unnecessary equipment, tests
LEXINGTON, Ky.--Amr Mohamed, a nephrologist in Lexington, Kentucky, admitted in a federal plea agreement Thursday that he engaged in unlawful activities with telemedicine companies, including RediDoc L.L.C., to prescribe unnecessary medical equipment and services to Medicare beneficiaries.
New development plans for Distillery District's Pepper Entertainment Campus unveiled
LEXINGTON, Ky.--In a move that's raised eyebrows and the occasional yawn, U-Haul officially submitted plans Monday to the Lexington-Fayette Planning Commission, eyeing a new development site within the bustling Distillery District's Pepper Entertainment Campus. This endeavor aims to infuse a dose of utility into an area known for its spirited atmosphere.
Lexington Declares Special Day for Evan Jayson Smith, Local Hero Who Disarmed Gunman
LEXINGTON, Ky.--At Thursday's Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council meeting, Lexington Mayor Linda introduced Evan Jayson Smith and his father, Curt Smith. This past fall, working security at a local downtown Lexington bar, Jayson disarmed a gunman, preventing many others from being seriously injured or worse during the incident.
FDA hasn’t OK'd ketamine for mental health, so treatments vary widely, creating a new ‘wild West’
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KY Representative Lindsey Burke (D-Lexington) Files Legislation to Protect Abortion
Whether it is a fatal fetal anomaly, a non-viable pregnancy, rape or any reason, Kentucky women deserve compassionate and accessible medical care. Frankfort, KY — On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, Representative Lindsey Burke announced her filing of three bills: The North Star bill (HB 428), Shield Bill (HB 429), and the Maternal Mental Health HANDS Bill (HB 430). The legislation would repeal dozens of state statutes that limit reproductive access, including 2019 and 2022 laws that have essentially stopped abortion in Kentucky. The Shield Bill specifically provides protections for private medical information and providers when patients are forced to access care out of state.
The Truth Behind Lexington's Financial Stability: Insights from the Latest Report
The Government maintained a positive net position in 2023, following long-term trends for LFUCG. Net position increased from $312 million in 2022 to $376 million in 2023, representing a positive increase of 20%. Historically, the 2023 net position is well above the Government's position pre-pandemic, showing a return to stability and growth. The largest portion of the Government's net position is invested in capital assets (building, land, infrastructure, etc.) that the government uses to provide services to its citizens.
Lexington Business Owner Pleads Guilty to $393,998 Wire Fraud Scheme Involving Loans and PPP Funds
LEXINGTON, Ky.--Prageeth S. Hettiarachchi, owner of ZAH LLC (Kentucky Dancesport Challenge and Ballroom House) and ZAH Investments LLC (ZAH Construction LLC), pleaded guilty Monday to two counts of wire fraud, as stated in his plea agreement.
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