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Lexington’s soccer stadium deal: A question of priorities amid housing crisis and low-wage jobs
LEXINGTON, Ky. — As the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) prepares to finalize an Economic Incentive Agreement with LSC Stadium Company, LLC, the focus on a new professional soccer stadium raises questions about the city’s priorities. The deal, set for discussion at Tuesday’s Council Work Session, comes at a time when Fayette County is grappling with an affordable housing crisis and the recent allocation of $211,588.03 for a new welcome sign near the proposed complex.
Lexington councilmembers to hold town hall meetings on code enforcement
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Lexington is gearing up for a series of town hall meetings to discuss the recommendations from the Commission for Racial Justice and Equality’s Housing and Gentrification Subcommittee’s 2021 report. Councilmember Shayla Lynch, who co-chaired the subcommittee, will co-host the events with Councilmember Denise Gray.
University of Kentucky breaks ground on landmark $380M Health Education Building
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The University of Kentucky (UK) took a monumental step towards enhancing health education and addressing health care challenges within the Commonwealth with a ceremonial groundbreaking on Friday for its new Health Education Building. Touted as the largest academic building in the university’s history, the facility aims to redefine health care education in the state when it opens in 2026.
When Past and Present Collide: The Story Behind DogTown Lexington’s Abrupt Closure
Lexington, Ky.–When DogTown Lexington, a prominent local pet care facility, announced recently that it will be shutting its doors at the end of October, the move sent ripples of surprise and discontent across its clientele. In what became a cacophonous reply-all email thread, some customers unleashed a torrent of criticism toward the new owner, Nik Feldman, who is also the developer and co-owner of the nearby Manchester Hotel. “Horrible timing for all concerned,” wrote one customer, a sentiment expressed by several others.
Colombian national pleads guilty to federal money laundering charges in Lexington
Lexington, KY — Leynner Andre Riascos Yepes, a Colombian national, entered a guilty plea in Lexington Tuesday to one count of a federal indictment, which charges him with promotional money laundering. A separate charge of conspiracy to launder drug trafficking proceeds will be dismissed at sentencing. The plea agreement was filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky. Yepes’ plea is part of a larger ongoing case where large quantities of cocaine and fentanyl were allegedly seized.
Heart expert: Cameron's psychedelic plan to treat opioid addiction is safe only in hospitals
In a session focused on challenges of getting the psychedelic drug ibogaine approved by the Food and Drug Administration for treating addiction with help of the state’s opioid settlement funds, a cardiologist said it couldn’t be done in a reasonable time and the drug is unsafe.
Daniel Cameron to attend event hosted by donor involved in Matt Bevin pardons scheme
FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron is facing increasing scrutiny for his ties to Terry Forcht, a major donor involved in former Gov. Matt Bevin’s contentious pardon of convicted murderer Patrick Baker. Tomorrow, Cameron will be the guest of honor at an event hosted by Forcht, sparking outrage from critics who see this as another example of the attorney general’s failure to investigate Bevin’s controversial pardons.
In Fayette County, nurseries unwittingly fuel invasive plant problem, report finds
LEXINGTON, KY — A recent report by the Lexington Greenspace Trust’s Jesse Voigt on the issue of invasive plants in Fayette County has revealed that local plant nurseries are unwittingly contributing to the problem. The report aims to address how invasive plants can be more proactively controlled and raises questions about existing regulations and public awareness.
KY Legislative committee discusses vaping issue, potential solutions
FRANKFORT — State and federal law prohibits tobacco sales to people under the age of 21, but student advocates say this isn’t enough. Two student advocates and an internal medicine doctor testified on the issue before the Interim Joint Committee on Licensing, Occupations and Administrative Regulations on Monday. Information provided to lawmakers claims 23.6% of Kentucky kids reported buying nicotine products directly from stores.
Where the Sidewalk Ends: One man’s battle with Lexington City Hall ends in a lesson for all
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Joel Bennett is a nursing home social worker, but he recently found himself fighting a different kind of battle — one with Lexington’s city bureaucracy. Armed with persistence, Bennett has navigated a maze of red tape, setbacks, and disappointments, eventually taking his grievance directly to the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council. His takeaway from the ordeal? “Don’t be afraid to approach the throne,” Bennett says, encouraging Lexington residents to demand accountability from their elected officials.
Lexington Council’s seating chart debate stalls, exposes deeper divisions
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council hit an unexpected snag at their Quarterly Committee of the Whole meeting on Thursday: a prolonged debate over where council members should sit. The Herald-Leader’s Beth Musgrave reports the discussion was inconclusive, revealing a lack of unity and a surprising focus on seemingly minor issues.
Report: Lexington Police HQ faces serious air quality concerns, including mold and asbestos
LEXINGTON, Ky. — A recent investigation into the indoor air quality at the Lexington Police Headquarters has raised alarming concerns, particularly on its 4th floor. The report, dated September 14, 2023, was conducted by Air Source Technology, Inc. and commissioned by the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government. It reveals the presence of mold spores and asbestos, adding another layer of challenges to a department already grappling with staffing shortages.
Lexington Opioid Abatement Commission hears of funding strategies, lack of detox facilities at jail
LEXINGTON, Ky.–Lexington’s Opioid Abatement Commission met Friday in Council Chamber for its first regular meeting. The commission’s purpose is to recommend uses for Lexington’s share of the National Opioid Litigation Settlement. The meeting featured a presentation of nine strategies for spending funds from Johns Hopkins and a special public comment period which revealed concerns around the lack of medical detox facilities for opioid addicts at the Fayette County Detention Center. Mayor Linda Gorton, who appointed the Commission, was present in the gallery for the first portion of the meeting.
Lexington announces awardees for Neighborhood Action Match Program
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Neighborhood Action Match Program Review Board has released the list of awardees for the Fiscal Year 2024 Neighborhood Action Match Program. The announcement comes ahead of the council meeting scheduled for Thursday, where the resolution to authorize these grants will be discussed.
Daily Beast follows the money: Daniel Cameron’s $42 million bet on psychedelic drug ibogaine
In a meticulously researched piece published Monday, Roger Sollenberger of The Daily Beast delves into the perplexing decision by Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron to allocate $42 million for research into the psychedelic drug ibogaine as a treatment for opioid addiction. The article, titled “The Big Money Behind Kentucky AG Daniel Cameron’s Bizarre Psychedelic Drug Crusade,” raises critical questions about the motivations and interests that may be influencing this controversial move.
Lexington emerges as a regional hub for drug cartels; danger to average citizen ‘relatively low'
LEXINGTON, Ky. — A recent report by the Lexington Herald-Leader’s Taylor Six has shed light on a concerning issue: Lexington is becoming a regional hub for drug cartels. The report comes at a time when the city and the state are grappling with a surge in drug-related crimes and overdose deaths.
Lexington Council committee delays decision on housing voucher discrimination ban
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council’s Social Services and Public Safety committee has postponed a decision on an ordinance that would ban landlords from discriminating against tenants using federal housing vouchers and other sources of income. The committee will revisit the issue in November, allowing time for a public hearing scheduled for Nov. 14 at city hall. The hearing was scheduled at Tuesday’s committee meeting.
Lexington Board of Adjustment approves three controversial short-term rentals, denies one
This report is based on notes taken by Max Puchalsky for the Lexington Times Observer Program. Lexington, KY — The Lexington Board of Adjustment convened on Monday for a meeting that lasted from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. The meeting, held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, was marked by impassioned public statements and sustained debate among board members. The primary focus was on four conditional use appeal cases related to Short Term Rentals (STRs).
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