Stu Johnson*
Stu has been reporting for WEKU for more than 35 years. His primary beat is Lexington/Fayette government.
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The federal Horse Integrity and Safety Act is impacting how horse racing addresses potential concerns for both horse and rider. That includes issues related to the track surface.
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Tuesday’s Lexington City Council work session included a discussion about recent gun-related deaths. It came as those concerned expressed anxiety about the upcoming summer months and the possibility of loss of life.
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The pirate ship water feature at Lexington’s Woodland Park pool was a big hit. Age took its toll and construction is well underway on a new and bigger pool attraction.
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Voting in this spring’s Primary Election got underway Thursday all across Kentucky.
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Thursday marks the official end to the COVID state of emergency. Fayette County Community Health Officer Jessica Cobb said there’s been a decline in public health action for some time.
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Once again, Lexington’s Council Chamber filled up late Tuesday afternoon for a long-standing discussion. The Council met as a committee of the whole to take public comment on Fayette County’s comprehensive plan.
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A Lexington City Council committee has unanimously backed an effort to add hair styles as a protected status. The proposed ordinance is likely to get a final vote within the next few weeks.
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The Fayette County Board of Health unanimously acted Monday night on two motions related to the employment of commissioner Dr. Sheila Owens-Collins.
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One week from Tuesday Kentucky voters will cast their votes for a number of statewide offices. th
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The Primary Election ballots in many Kentucky counties will not see a large list of contests. For many, the G-O-P primary for governor is the marquee race. In one central Kentucky county, voters will be asked to allow alcohol sales from one county line to the other.