Pedestrian Victim ID'dThe Fayette County Coroner's Office has released the name of the man struck and killed by a vehicle on Nicholasville Road Monday night. |
Former Wildcat Charged With Sexual AbuseFormer UK basketball player Michael Porter is pleading not guilty to sexual abuse of a minor. Court records show he's been charged with multiple counts connected to encounters with a young girl he met through church. He last played for the Wildcats in 2009. He was taken into custody early yesterday. |
Free Rides Being Offered On Bike To Work DayLexington residents participating in Friday's Bike To Work Day can hitch a free ride with Lextran. Buses are equipped with bike racks for riders who don't want to make the entire trek into work. The bus system has a free trip planner online at www.lextran.com. |
Chronic Disease Rising In Poorer Nations
Chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension are on the rise in lower-income nations.
FDA Panel Approves HIV Test
An FDA panel is giving the green light to a new over-the-counter HIV test.
New Ambitious U.S. Alzheimer's Plan Unveiled
The federal government launches an ambitious push to develop new treatments for Alzheimer's disease.
Braves Chop Down Reds
Brian McCann hit a solo homer to lead a 12-hit attack by the Braves as Atlanta dumped the Reds, 6-2.
Farmland Values Rising On Crop Price Gains
The rolling fields where the nation's food is raised are a bright spot in U.S. real estate values.
Study: Acupuncture May Help Chronic Lung Disease
People who struggle with chronic lung disease may find help from an alternative treatment.
Child's Health Tied To Parents' Education, Income
The CDC's annual report card on the nation's health shows the children of adults who are poor or didn't finish college are more likely to be inactive, obese, have ADHD or miss regular dental checkups.
Pacers Get Even; Spurs Cruise By Clips
The Indiana Pacers took homecourt advantage from the Miami Heat in the NBA playoffs Tuesday night.
Kings Crush Coyotes In Game Two
The Los Angeles Kings are two wins away from securing a spot in the Stanley Cup Final.
Communicating and Relating to Persons With Dementia
This program will help family members make sense of the changes dementia can bring. Mon. June 4, 10-11:30 a.m. at Scott County Public Library, 104 S. Bradford Lane, Georgetown. Free. To register: 1-800-272-3900.
Contra Dance in Lexington
A Contra Dance wil be held Fri. May 25 from 8-11 p.m. at ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. in Lexington. A beginner lesson will be offered from 7:30 to 8. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for students and first-timers. Info: 859-552-5433.
Reunion Weekend
Attendees, alumni and friends of Irvine and Estill High Schools are invides to Reunion Weekend 2012, June 15 and 16 in Irvine. The weekend will cinlude a sock hop, silent auctions, building tours and a memorial service. For more information, call Sara Noland at 723-5268.
Poker Run
The Bluegrass Military Affairs Coalition Armed Forces Day Motorcycle Poker Run will be Sat. May 19. Registration is 10-11:45 a.m. at Harley Davidson Man O' War on Bryant Road in Lexington. Kickstands up at noon and the run will end at Northeast Christian Church on Star Shoot Parkway. Fees are $15 for a single rider, $20 for double. The day will end with a free Family Fun Fair at Northeast Christian starting at 3 p.m.
Southland Cleanup
This cleanup along Southland Drive will be June 9 from 8-11 a.m. Donut Days and Good Foods Market & Cafe will provide breakfast and volunteers can sign up to win gift certificates from local businesses. Volunteers will install storm drain markers and pick up litter along Southland Dr. Info: 278-1813.