West Jessamine, Madison Southern, and Woodford County compete for Play of the Week: Oct. 3
The Oct. 3 Home Team Plays of the Week features athletes from West Jessamine, Madison Southern, and Woodford County.
Headlines for Oct 3, 2025
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Decades of dedication: Retiring Scott County custodian honored at football game
After 35 years of dedicated service, Scott County High School's head custodian Terry Neal is hanging up his keys at the end of this school year.
Winchester ensures no student goes hungry, surpasses goal
The Winchester Police Department said it has reached its goal of 10,000 items needed to pack food bags for Clark County students this fall break.
Tracy Sizemore becomes first female EMS chief in Pulaski County history
History is being made in Pulaski County as Tracy Sizemore steps into her new role as chief of Somerset-Pulaski County EMS, becoming the first woman to ever hold the position.
'It's my whole life, really': Danville man in kidney failure looking for living donor
At the Kroger in Danville, Store Manager Greg Dean has a connection with the community and his customers. Dean jokes that he also has another, part-time job: staying alive.
'It's my whole life, really:" Danville man in kidney failure looking for living donor
At the Kroger in Danville, Store Manager Greg Dean has a connection with the community and his customers. Dean jokes that he also has another, part-time job: staying alive.
Teenager accused of killing two other teens makes first court appearance
During Friday's court hearing, Reyes-Ocampo waived his right to a formal arraignment. His case will proceed with a pre-trial conference scheduled for Nov. 20, followed by a status hearing on Dec. 12.
‘Two different worlds:’ Eugene Renner bridges generational gaps
As a sea of eager 4-year-olds lined up in a classroom, their teacher grabbed a pen and wrote down their favorite foods. Words like pizza, ice cream and mac and cheese filled the list, but when it was finally Eugene Renner’s turn, he said,…
Lincoln County Sheriff's deputies introduce new Lucas CPR device with grant
The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office has introduced a new device to the team, the Lucas CPR device, with a new $20,000 grant on Friday.
Keeneland's fall meet kicks off with perfect weather and festive atmosphere
Keeneland's fall meet opened Friday afternoon with beautiful weather and enthusiastic crowds ready to enjoy the races.
Republican, Independent voter registration up in Kentucky
Republican and Independent voter registrations continue to rise in Kentucky.
Jessamine County fourth graders fundraising for orphan care center in Malawi
A group of Rosenwald-Dunbar students are working to make a difference – not just in their community – but around the world.
Man allegedly calls police to turn himself in after Harrodsburg hit-and-run crash
A man was arrested on Wednesday after allegedly crashing into two pedestrians in late September before driving away in the middle of the night.
Kentucky schools receive PE equipment donations through American Heart Association partnership
Some schools in southeastern Kentucky are getting new physical education equipment thanks to a heartwarming partnership between the American Heart Association and fellow Kentucky schools.
Graves County man pleas guilty to attacking woman who required surgery
A Graves County man pleaded guilty Friday after attacking a woman in 2024.
Rowan County assistant football coach arrested for stalking, indecent exposure
A Rowan County man is now facing charges after he "(exposed) his genitals and was playing with himself in front of several people" from his home."
LEX 18 Spanish report for Friday, Oct. 2 with Radio Vida
Aquí están los titulares de noticias de LEX 18 en español para el viernes 3 de octubre con Radio Vida:
2 teens charged in connection with robbery and shots fired on Osage Court in Lexington
Lexington police say that two teens have been charged in connection with a robbery and shots-fired incident that occurred early in the morning on Friday on Osage Court.
Man wanted for First Degree Wanton Endangerment
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Winchester police surpass food drive goal, collect more than 10,000 items for students
WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Winchester Police are celebrating a major milestone in their efforts to support local families. According to the department, thanks to generous donations from the community, officers collected more than 1…
Police collect over 10,000 items to donate
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Ashley Cade first weather at Keeneland
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Death investigation underway in Harlan County after 2 found dead inside home
A death investigation is underway in Harlan County after two people were found dead inside a home in the Evarts community early Friday morning, according to The Big ONE 106.3 FM WRIL.
New details shed light on what led to deadly Nicholasville apartment shooting
The Nicholasville Police Department released new information shedding light on what led up to the Oct. 2 shooting that left one man dead and a woman injured.
Registration open for gun symposium
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Woman arrested on sexual assault crimes with an animal
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Spooky Sunrise: Transy's museum of medical curiosities
From a possible sample of the infamous Kentucky meat shower to the world's largest hairball, a little-known museum at Transylvania University is full of curiosities.
Lincoln County mourns high school senior’s death
STANFORD, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The Lincoln County community is grieving the loss of a high school senior. School officials confirm that Michael Varvel, a student at Lincoln County High School, has died. In a statement, the district expre…
Lincoln County mourns a high school senior’s death
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Victims identified in deadly Nicholasville shooting
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Nicholasville Police Department has identified the victims in a Thursday morning shooting that left one man dead and a woman injured. According to police, 31-year-old James Milton was shot in the c…
Lexington family searching for missing dog June; video shows she was picked up
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A Lexington family is asking for the community’s help in finding their missing dog, June. According to the family, June disappeared on September 23 and was last seen near the Nicholasville Road exit on New…
Owner looking for their missing dog, June
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Kentucky Rep. focusing on diaper access for families
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Jurassic Quest and Brick fest coming to Lexington
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Wayne County man arrested after hiding in attic of home, sheriff says
WAYNE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A Wayne County man is behind bars after deputies say he was found hiding in the attic of a home on Green Road. According to Sheriff Tim Catron, deputies responded to the residence Thursday evening, Octo…
Engagment walk held as gun violence plagues Lexington in past week
Leaders said it is about more than just showing support; it is about finding long-term ways to break the cycle of violence.
Woman accused of stabbing victim multiple times during street fight in Campbellsville
Campbellsville police said around 12:55 p.m. on Wednesday, officers were called to a home at Smith Ridge Road, where they found a woman lying in her front yard with multiple stab wounds.
Lexington police investigating overnight armed robbery, shots fired
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lexington police are investigating after a person was robbed at gunpoint early Friday morning. According to investigators, it happened around 1:30 a.m. on Osage Court, near Woodhill Drive. Police say multi…
Overnight armed robbery leads to shot fired
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2 teens charged following armed robbery in Lexington
The victim claimed they were robbed by multiple people and, during the robbery, one person pulled a gun and shot at them.
Shots fired during reported armed robbery in Lexington
The victim claimed they were robbed by multiple people and, during the robbery, one person pulled a gun and shot at them.
October Temps Look to Show Up Next Week
Good Friday to one and all. We are rolling into the first weekend of October on a very warm note across the Commonwealth, but some changes are brewing for next week. Those changes mean a true fall cold front slams in here with some much-ne…