Rocky gears up for gubernatorial run...

Lexington planners have voted down a recommendation that would have permitted large-scale solar projects in the city's surrounding agricultural land. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

London Mayor Randall Weddle is stepping down. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

It's looking more probable that Fayette County Public Schools will end the fiscal year in the red. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Kentucky coroners are asking lawmakers for a state mandated salary schedule. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

State lawmakers are convening a town hall on data centers in Louisville, with the goal of hearing from residents across the state. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

To mention Trump or not? Sharing the stage with his Democratic opponent, Kentucky 6th District congressional candidate Dr. Ralph Alvarado never mentioned the president or his administration once - that's despite emphasizing his #MAHA aligned campaign in TV ads.

6th District Congressional candidates Ralph #Alvarado and Zach #Dembo share the stage in Lexington, talking tariffs, trade, AI, and more.

UPS never required the detailed inspections needed to spot the problem that allowed an engine to fly off one of its planes before it crashed and killed 15 people in Louisville last fall — even after Boeing recommended it years earlier. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Gov. Andy Beshear addressed the brewing tensions in the Democratic Party over recent wins by progressive and self-described Democratic Socialist candidates in primaries. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

A program utilized by tens of thousands of Kentuckians to help pay heating and cooling costs would be completely eliminated under the Trump administration's proposed budget. But Kentucky officials say they are operating on the assumption the funds will be allotted. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling upholding state laws barring transgender girls and women from playing on school athletic teams won't change the status quo in Kentucky, which passed a ban in 2022. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

A new Medicaid requirement for recipients takes effect in two weeks. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Following last week's downpours that dumped up to 10 inches of rain in some parts of the state, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is once again making the case for federal assistance. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Fayette County has yet to spend any of the more-than-$8 million in opioid abatement funds they've received. But Lexington officials say they're still assessing how best to spend the dollars. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Kentucky leaders are responding to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision upholding a broad conception of birthright citizenship. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Fayette County's embattled superintendent Demetrus Liggins is taking his case to Kentucky's top law enforcement official. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

The University of Kentucky has made its partnership with new enterprise services organization Compass Group official. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

In a 20-page draft zoning document, city planning staff recommend that no major data centers be allowed in Fayette County, but the plans would allow for smaller operations under specific circumstances. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

In this week's CivicLex Chat: slipping short-term real numbers, new draft data center policies, and other topics ahead of the city council's July break. With @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

"Take him out and blow him up." Lexington church employs mock "Commandos for Christ" to open fire on the devil.

Storm and flooding threat continues, state of emergency issued

Divisions deepen at FCPS after the board rejects Liggins' bid for reinstatement

Liggins’ attorney has received a legal response from #FCPS and will review it overnight. Liggins is seeking to be reinstated as superintendent.

A Laurel Circuit Court judge has ruled that London Mayor Randall Weddle is not eligible to seek reelection and ordered his name removed from the November 2026 general election ballot.

Glasser, who served as EKU's 10th president from 2001 to 2007, died Tuesday, according to Bradley University, where she later served as president.

FCPS board narrowly approves up to $35k extra for audit.

Lexington leaders are seeking community input on data centers as they look to craft policy.

Gov. Andy Beshear is fulfilling a promise to end conditional pardons for Kentuckians who have been traveling out-of-state to purchase medical marijuana. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

The University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville have been tapped to join a small group of schools working on national security technology with an emphasis on manufacturing materials and biomedical research. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

A third wave of notices are going out to Fayette County residents having all or part of their medical debt erased. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Kentucky Tourism has been on a hot streak in recent years. The latest numbers show the industry maintained that momentum in 2025. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Beshear on #Liggins situation: "With the shape that that current school system is in, there shouldn't be a buyout." #FCPS

A rather feisty Beshear presser today...

A proposed retail and apartment complex at the corner of Woodland Avenue and East High Street is now off the table. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

I enjoy my periodic @kentucky.com appearances. Just enough to stay mysterious.

More to come. #FCPS #LIGGINS

#BREAKING: Dr. Bill Bradford named acting Fayette County superintendent. School board has voted to review Demetrus Liggins’ employment and place him on administrative leave. #FCPS #LIGGINS

FCPS Board members enter closed session to discuss the future of Supt. Liggins. The meeting was set Tuesday after the district reported Liggins had resigned, a statement the supt has denied.

Beshear backs Dembo at Lexington rally. Full story.

#BREAKING: Liggins tells WLEX resignation has NOT been submitted

#BREAKING: After more than a year of financial turmoil, Liggins exits the top post as #FCPS

Fayette County Superintendent Demetrus Liggins has resigned.

Lexington leaders put the brakes on any data center development through October. Community discussions are scheduled.

Awaiting Gov. Beshear’s official endorsement of Zach Dembo for Congress at The Burl.

Lexington drivers and pedestrians could face new restrictions when it comes to the use of bicycle lanes. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Fayette County School Board members are expected to dip into contingency, or rainy day fund, dollars before the fast-approaching end of the fiscal year. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Lexington pet owners who leave their animals out in extreme hot or cold would face stiffer penalties under new proposal

On this week's CivicLex Chat: Lexington's city budget is close to hitting the books and new proposals would add restrictions to bike lane usage and animal treatment during extreme weather. From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social

Fayette County Public Schools is poised to take yet another step to keep its finances afloat.