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Community spreads patriotism at downtown Lexington Fourth of July Parade
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — The sidewalks on either side of East Main Street were filled with people sporting red, white, and blue for this year’s Fourth of July Parade. The parade is just one way some people enjoy celebrating as well as honoring those who served in the military.
‘I was almost a firecracker!’ World War II vet from Lexington celebrates 100th birthday
Paul Frederick of Lexington suffered burns and was thrown into the ocean when a Japanese torpedo hit the destroyer the Marine was aboard. “Everybody’s got a guardian angel,” he said.
Lexington must say no to solar development on farmland, say yes to better alternatives | Opinion
OpEd: Other communities are saving the land that best produces our food. They are, instead, prioritizing solar in industrial-zoned areas, commercial areas, and built environments.
Kentucky high schoolers prepare for the big stage this summer
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Some Kentucky high school juniors and seniors are perfecting their creative talents this summer. Kentucky's Governor's School for the Arts is in its first of two sessions this summer. Students are embracing their talents as they take over the University of Kentucky's campus. Several disciplines are...
Wilmore celebrates 35th Fourth of July Parade and Festival
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Luckily, the rain held off Thursday morning for the City of Wilmore’s 35th Fourth of July Parade and Festival. The streets were full of excitement in celebration of the day. “We have a lot of division in our world, but one day of the year,...
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