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Event Spotlight
Mayor Gorton to give city-county address
Check the city’s winter weather updates for a possible delay or cancellation to the address.
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Mayor Linda Gorton will deliver the State of the City-County Address today at 11:30 a.m. at Central Bank Center, weather permitting.
The annual address typically covers local challenges, recent wins, community data, and future priorities for the city, and is often broadcast by Lex TV and other local channels for those watching remotely.
The event is hosted in collaboration with Lexington Forum, an organization committed to having important community conversations.
Check Friday’s newsletter for key takeaways, city wins, and what’s next for Lexington.
City waste collection was canceled Monday through Wednesday. Only trash pickup is scheduled for Thursday routes as crews continue clearing roads. Pro tip: Follow Live Green Lexington and the snow and ice updates page for the latest on streets, waste services, closures, delays, and more.
Transit
Lextran reopened its renovated Vine Street transit center this week, featuring cosmetic upgrades and improved exterior lighting. Riders also have access to more interior seating, an indoor customer service area, and digital kiosks. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Environment
Bluegrass Greensource is currently accepting applications for this year’s Main Street Clean Sweep. Are you passionate about community service and keeping Lexington beautiful? You may have what it takes to host a litter cleanup during Earth Week. Apply today.
Biz
Did you know Fazoli’s was founded in Lexington in 1988 under the name Gratzi’s? Don’t get too attached. FAT Brands Inc., which has owned the chain since 2021, filed for bankruptcy but plans to operate normally. Fun fact: Original locations were sold to Kuni and Carol Toyoda of Bella Notte in 1990. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Edu
UK’s Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering is now offering Kentucky’s first Bachelor of Science in artificial intelligence (AI). The Department of Computer Science will teach students how to use AI effectively and responsibly, honing skills like programming, algorithms and computational modeling, and more. (UKNow)
Plan Ahead
Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate will offer special Black History Tours during the week of Feb. 9 in observance of Black History Month. The tours focus on the lives and legacy of enslaved African Americans and the Black employers who later helped build and sustain Ashland.
Active
It can be tough to find time to work out. Good news — a new study suggests that a couple of 30-45 minute sessions per week could be enough to make “very good gains.” If you’ve got the time, see which of Lexington gyms would suit your schedule. (NPR)
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The Buy
Super Bowl LX kicks off on Sunday, Feb. 8. Whether you’re catching the game at your favorite sports bar or hosting a watch party at home, we’ve rounded up a few must-haves for every kind of big-game watcher:
If you’re interested in trying out public transportation, or just want to know more about Lextran’s services, consider browsing our guide to navigating Lexington’s bus system. Fun fact: Lextran seasonally services Keeneland.
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