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Weekend Weather, Infrastructure Updates, and Local Happenings in Lexington
- 2025/04/19
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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Saturday, April 19th, 2025.
We start our day tracking the weather, as a slow-moving cold front sits over our region this weekend, so we can expect on-and-off showers throughout today. If you’re heading to a local event or planning anything outdoors, be sure to bring an umbrella and keep an eye out for scattered rain that could interrupt your plans. Temperatures will stay cool but mild, and this pattern looks to stick around through much of the weekend, so our grass and gardens are in for a good drink.
In breaking news, the city is still buzzing about the ongoing cleanup efforts across central Kentucky. Our neighbors in Bowling Green are facing significant challenges after recent floods left dozens of sinkholes and several impassable roads. While we haven’t seen that level of disruption here in Lexington, it’s a reminder of how unpredictable spring weather can be and the importance of storm preparedness in our own neighborhoods.
From city hall, we’re watching for updates on coming infrastructure projects and how they’ll impact traffic around Main Street and the University district. City leaders continue to discuss ways to support local businesses impacted by recent storms, including emergency grants and expedited permits for repairs.
On the job front, our local unemployment rate remains healthy, hovering near three percent—one of the lowest rates in the state. For those looking to make a move, two major career fairs are coming up. There’s a virtual event today, connecting job seekers with employers from customer service to healthcare. Then on April twenty-ninth, the Career Fair Connection is happening downtown on Lexington Street. Dress to impress and bring a stack of resumes—many companies are ready to hire on the spot.
Turning to real estate, the spring market is brisk. Homes around Chevy Chase and Hamburg are selling quickly, with average prices holding steady from last month. We’re seeing continued demand from new families moving into the area, especially near our best school districts.
Now for your weekend plans. Easter egg hunts and the Tour de Lou are drawing crowds, and Kentucky’s own Tyler Childers plays Kroger Field tonight, sure to be a highlight for music lovers. If you’re looking for a good time with the family, keep an eye on the city calendar for art walks and farmers markets popping up along Short Street and Triangle Park.
In local sports, congratulations to Dunbar High for their big win in the regional baseball semi-finals. And hats off to the Lafayette girls’ soccer team, who advance to the state playoffs after a dramatic shootout victory last night.
As for today’s crime report, police are investigating an incident after a man arrived at a local hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound yesterday. Officers responded to the scene quickly, and the investigation is ongoing. Public safety officials remind us to report any suspicious activity and look out for our neighbors.
Finally, a quick feel-good note. Students at Henry Clay High organized a citywide cleanup last weekend, filling dozens of bags with trash from local parks. Their leadership and effort remind us all of the power of community pride.
This has been Lexington Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
We start our day tracking the weather, as a slow-moving cold front sits over our region this weekend, so we can expect on-and-off showers throughout today. If you’re heading to a local event or planning anything outdoors, be sure to bring an umbrella and keep an eye out for scattered rain that could interrupt your plans. Temperatures will stay cool but mild, and this pattern looks to stick around through much of the weekend, so our grass and gardens are in for a good drink.
In breaking news, the city is still buzzing about the ongoing cleanup efforts across central Kentucky. Our neighbors in Bowling Green are facing significant challenges after recent floods left dozens of sinkholes and several impassable roads. While we haven’t seen that level of disruption here in Lexington, it’s a reminder of how unpredictable spring weather can be and the importance of storm preparedness in our own neighborhoods.
From city hall, we’re watching for updates on coming infrastructure projects and how they’ll impact traffic around Main Street and the University district. City leaders continue to discuss ways to support local businesses impacted by recent storms, including emergency grants and expedited permits for repairs.
On the job front, our local unemployment rate remains healthy, hovering near three percent—one of the lowest rates in the state. For those looking to make a move, two major career fairs are coming up. There’s a virtual event today, connecting job seekers with employers from customer service to healthcare. Then on April twenty-ninth, the Career Fair Connection is happening downtown on Lexington Street. Dress to impress and bring a stack of resumes—many companies are ready to hire on the spot.
Turning to real estate, the spring market is brisk. Homes around Chevy Chase and Hamburg are selling quickly, with average prices holding steady from last month. We’re seeing continued demand from new families moving into the area, especially near our best school districts.
Now for your weekend plans. Easter egg hunts and the Tour de Lou are drawing crowds, and Kentucky’s own Tyler Childers plays Kroger Field tonight, sure to be a highlight for music lovers. If you’re looking for a good time with the family, keep an eye on the city calendar for art walks and farmers markets popping up along Short Street and Triangle Park.
In local sports, congratulations to Dunbar High for their big win in the regional baseball semi-finals. And hats off to the Lafayette girls’ soccer team, who advance to the state playoffs after a dramatic shootout victory last night.
As for today’s crime report, police are investigating an incident after a man arrived at a local hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound yesterday. Officers responded to the scene quickly, and the investigation is ongoing. Public safety officials remind us to report any suspicious activity and look out for our neighbors.
Finally, a quick feel-good note. Students at Henry Clay High organized a citywide cleanup last weekend, filling dozens of bags with trash from local parks. Their leadership and effort remind us all of the power of community pride.
This has been Lexington Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.