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Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Lines manageable in many areas as Rep. Andy Barr votes in Lexington

Election Day voting at one Jessamine County polling location was relatively easy during the mid-morning hours Tuesday.

Judge denies ‘emergency relief’ for Lexington councilwoman accused of sexual assault

A Kentucky Court of Appeals judge has declined a request from Fayette-Urban County Councilwoman Brenda Monarrez for “emergency relief” from a protective order that prohibits her from going

Growers and processors selected through a lottery for Kentucky's start-up medical cannabis program

Last month, the first business license went to a testing lab operating in Nicholasville. Since then, the state has issued two more licenses to testing labs. The window to apply for a medical cannabis business license was July 1 through Aug. 31. The state ...

Pulaski and Southwestern see seasons come to close in region semis

NICHOLASVILLE - Both Pulaski and Southwestern advanced to the semifinals of the 12th Region Volleyball Tournament after 3-1 victories in the opening round, but faced some stellar competition in the

Jim Caldwell’s Forecast | Trick-Or-Treat will be wet for some but not everyone

As Trick-Or-Treaters prepare for a spooky evening of fun, the weather will play a significant role in determining the success of the night.

Ensuring medical cannabis is safe before it hits the shelves

Kentucky’s first medical cannabis safety compliance facility is ready to get to work ahead of the legalization of medical marijuana starting January 1, 2025. Ryan Bellone with KCA Labs says they’ve been anticipating this day for five years.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Eagles, Pirates set to wrap up regular season

Madison Southern (4-5, 2-1 district) and Berea Community (0-9, 0-3) are set to wrap up the regular season this weekend at home.

Jessamine County Local and State Voter Guide

It’s time for the general election. Here is information on the local and state elections on the Jessamine County Ballot. You can bring any materials you need, including this article, to the polls to inform your vote.

Heroes Among Us: KCAL Old Time Radio Show

A few times every year, a group in Jessamine County goes back in time. “It started out as just a way to get out and perform and I think that’s for all of us”, says Doug Fain.

Growers, processors selected through a lottery for Kentucky's start-up medical cannabis program

Kentucky's start-up medical cannabis program should be positioned to ramp up quickly, but having products available for some patients at the outset will be a challenge, Gov. Andy Beshear says.

Lady Maroons take down Somerset Christian in region quarterfinals

NICHOLASVILLE - For the second time this season, the senior-laden Lady Maroons of Pulaski County took on the extremely young Lady Cougars of Somerset Christian, with a spot in the

Kentucky awards 26 medical marijuana business licenses in lottery

Kentucky awarded 26 medical marijuana licenses for cultivators and processors seeking to operate in the state's impending industry.

UPDATE: Further details released in crash involving parachute plane

The investigation continues regarding a Lexington couple that was killed in a single-powered parachute aircraft crash Sunday evening.

Two people killed in powered parachute aircraft crash

According to Jessamine County coroner Michael Hughes, the two victims were identified as 72-year-old Michael David Murphy and 72-year-old Connie J. Murphy. The coroner also said they are believed to be a married couple.

26 businesses selected to grow and process Kentucky’s medical cannabis

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Kentucky’s first medical cannabis license lottery was held Monday at the Kentucky Lottery Corp. in Louisville. According to Gov. Andy Beshear, 26 businesses were selected for medical cannabis cultivation and processor licenses.

Pilot explains why ultralight vehicles have fewer regulations

The vehicle involved in Sunday's deadly crash is a powered parachute, and it fits into the ultralight vehicle category with fewer regulations than a normal aircraft.

Tragedy strikes community as couple dies in aircraft crash

NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) – Authorities have identified Michael Murphy, 72, and Connie Murphy, 72, as the victims of a tragic powered parachute crash in Jessamine County. The couple’s ultralight aircraft went down in a field off Ashgrove Road Sunday afternoon. The coroner confirms both died from injuries sustained in the crash.

Local leaders sign proclamation recognizing Kentucky Safe Schools Week

Kentucky Safe Schools week this year is set for Sunday, Oct. 20, to Saturday, Oct. 26. Jessamine County leaders, including Superintendent Sara Crum, Judge Executive David West, Nicholasville Mayor Alex Carter,

Apple launches the iPhone into the AI era with free software update

Apple is releasing a free software update that will inject its first dose of artificial intelligence into its iPhone 16 lineup as the trendsetting company

Agencies investigating small aircraft crash

NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Jessamine County Sheriff’s Office, along with multiple agencies, are investigating an aircraft incident in the area of Ashgrove Road and Connie Way. The sheriff’s office says the aircraft involved is a single-powered parachute aircraft.

Major police presence seen in field near Ashgrove in Nicholasville

LEX 18 team on the scene reported that a major police presence has been seen in a field near Ash Grove in Nicholasville on Sunday evening.

In Your View: Martin for commissioner

Ashland is fortunate to have citizens willing to serve on the board of city commissioners. The November challenge facing voters is selecting the best qualified to serve.

Superwolf Becomes First Stakes Winner for Instagrand

Superwolf became the first black-type winner for his sire, Taylor Made Stallions' freshman Instagrand, when he landed the Best of Ohio Juvenile Stakes Oct. 26 at Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course.

Two dead in murder suicide, Nicholasville Police investigating

NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Police in Nicholasville are investigating a homicide and suicide that occurred early Saturday morning. According to police, around 3 a.m. officers were called to a home on Edwards Drive for a shooting. Upon arrival, they found 20-year-old Isabella Mae Walsh, who had died from two gunshot wounds.

Nicholasville Police investigate murder suicide

The initial call brought officers to a home on Edwards Road where a woman was found dead, according to the Nicholasville Police Department.

Jessamine County Homeless Coalition speaks about HB 5's impact

The Safer Kentucky Act went into effect earlier this year. The legislation criminalizes unauthorized camp sites which directly impacts homeless populations.

Election Day and early voting information for Jessamine County

Election season is among us. Here’s everything you need to know to get out your vote in Jessamine County. Any registered voter in the county may cast their ballot on Tuesday, Nov. 5, the day of the general election,

Wilmore’s Arts and Crafts Festival provides good time for all

The 25th Arts and Crafts festival in Wilmore took place the first weekend of October. The event packed Wilmore’s main street with about 80 arts and crafts vendors from all over the bluegrass. Several food trucks lined the road in front of Drinkling’s coffee house– hot meals from Colombian arepas to Mexican churros and American

Litter of puppies abandoned in Powell County, shelter looking for answers

The six puppies were placed in a storage container with "free puppies, bred with blue nose pit bull father is unknown breed" on the side.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Busy Lexington road backed up after crash

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A busy Lexington road is backed up after a crash on Friday morning. Crews were called to Nicholasville Road near Fayette Mall just before 8 a.m. Friday for a crash with reported injuries. Two of the four inbound lanes are blocked while crews respond, but the road is still open.

Inside the Nicholasville lab that received Kentucky's first medical marijuana license

With less than three months until medical marijuana becomes legal in Kentucky, the first medical cannabis license has been awarded to a hemp testing lab in central Kentucky.

Jessamine Fall Festival begins

Staff Report The Jessamine Fall Festival and the Car Show begins this week! Email newsletter signup Sign up for our daily email newsletter The 2024 Jessamine Fall Festival and Care Show will be held at City County Park Fairgrounds at 400 Park Drive in Nicholasville,

Trick-or-Treat times for central Kentucky

We’ve started to compile a list of Trick-or-Treat times in central and eastern Kentucky. The information will be updated as we find out more dates and times.

Kentucky couple drives straight to lottery HQ to claim $90,000 prize after buying scratch-off

Ky. — A Kentucky couple won $90,000 on a Kentucky Lottery scratch-off. Phyllis and Donald Johnson, of Nicholasville, didn't waste any time claiming their prize, showing up at lottery headquarters in Louisville just hours after buying the ticket.

Nicholasville couple win $90,000 prize on a KY Lottery Scratch-off

A couple in Nicholasville is celebrating their $90,000 Kentucky Lottery win after they won the prize on a scratch-off ticket, according to the KY Lottery.