Lexington Center steps up security with walk-through metal detectors
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - They are stepping up security. Saturday Lexington Center leaders debuted new, stand-up metal detectors at Rupp Arena. Many concert promoters require the detectors as part of their contracts bringing musicians to Rupp. "Going out on our own, without my parents and stuff, you feel less secure," Montanna Minor, of Morehead, said. The Lexington Center debuted its increased security Saturday night to concert goers. "It's usually just a purse check and we go through the metal ..>> view originalOil meeting in Qatar collapses without freeze as Iran absent
A meeting of oil-rich countries in Qatar that had been expected to boost crude prices by freezing production fell apart Sunday as Iran stayed home and vowed to increase its output despite threats by Saudi Arabia.Oil prices, which hit a 12-year low in January by dipping under $30 a barrel, had risen above $40 in recent days, buoyed by the bullish talks surrounding the Doha summit.But instead of a quick approval of a production freeze, the meeting of 18 oil-producing nations saw hours of debate a..>> view originalLexington churches 'serve the city'
Lexington churches ‘serve the city’ 0 Comments for this article Submitted: 04/16/2016 - 11:58pm Tags: Churches, Cross Roads, Lexington, Serve the City LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – A group of Lexington churches were doing some good deeds throughout the city Saturday.It’s called “Serve the City.” Volunteers gathered at Bryan Station High School, to spruce it up. Others went around the city doing things such as washing cars, planting flowers, or just simply spreading kindness.“It’s a really, simp..>> view originalSouthland Christian names its chapel for founder Wayne B. Smith
For nearly 40 years as senior minister of megachurch Southland Christian on Harrodsburg Road, Wayne B. Smith laced his messages with humor that often resulted in body-shaking chortles from Smith that were funnier than his jokes.Smith, who retired from the church about 20 years ago, brought his famous laughs back Sunday, but along with them were some tears.When Jon Weece, the church’s lead follower/elder told the congregation of several thousand that the church had a special honor for Smith, Smi..>> view originalWoman dies in Floyd County house fire
A 50-year-old woman was killed in a house fire Saturday night in the Floyd County community of Langley, the Floyd County coroner’s office said Sunday.Kentucky State Police said they were called to the house about 8:45 p.m. Saturday.The coroner’s office Sunday identified the deceased as Cathy Rena Marshall Kirkland. It said one other unidentified person was in the house but got out safely.It also said autopsy results were pending.The death and cause of the fire are under investigation, police sa..>> view originalKentucky's Drew Barker calls spring game 'a good starting point'
Mark Stoops wasn’t ready to declare Kentucky a world beater or anything of the sort after the Cats’ annual Blue-White Spring Game.But the UK coach felt more than comfortable enough to say: “We’re much improved.”When asked if that meant Kentucky will be strong enough to make it through a difficult Southeastern Conference schedule and come out on the other side better than the 5-7 it’s been each of the past two seasons, Stoops hesitated. “To say that you’re ever strong enough, I mean, that’s like..>> view original100 Women stepped up after domestic violence shelter closed
What can be accomplished in a community when you pool the brainpower and resourcefulness of 100 businesswomen? Tom Martin posed the question to former United Way of the Bluegrass President Kathy Plomin, now one of three directors of the organization 100 Women.A: 100 Women is a women’s donor group. Nationally, they call them Giving Circles. We support and advocate for nonprofits that take care of women and their children in Central Kentucky. Q: Is this a strictly local organization or is it affi..>> view originalSDSU Extension says plan early to fight noxious weeds
South Dakota State University Extension educators are advising landowners get their noxious weeds under control early this spring with warmer than average temperatures moving into the region.SDSU Extension Weed Science Coordinator Paul Johnson says spring pasture spraying should begin soon for biennial thistle and wormwood sage.Johnson says controlling noxious weeds is the law. But because there are fewer commercial spray businesses operating in South Dakota, many landowners are having a diffic..>> view originalSix months after opening, Red Mile gambling handle rising steadily
A little over six months ago, Keeneland and Red Mile opened a gambling parlor with 902 Instant Racing machines and joint simulcasting room at the harness track. The facility, which introduced slots-like wagering to the Lexington market, had a soft opening on Sept. 8, just before the ending of Red Mile’s harness racing meet and as Keeneland’s fall Thoroughbred meet was starting.After a slow start, the historical wagering handle has picked up steam and by the end of 2016 is anticipated to be abou..>> view originalSpring game highlights: Louisville's Jackson throws 8 TD passes
Louisville: Quarterback Lamar Jackson threw for 519 yards and eight touchdowns, leading the Red team to a 73-7 victory over the White team during the Cardinals’ spring game.Jackson completed 24 of his 29 passes, including an 85-yard strike to James Quick toward the end of the second quarter. Jackson capped the half with a 54-yard pass to Jamari Staples, his third touchdown pass of at least 40 yards.The White team’s backfield of Jeremy Smith and Malin Jones combined for 125 yards on 12 carries a..>> view original
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