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Lexington, Kentucky · LexingtonThe Defender Kentucky Three-Day event started Thursday at the Kentucky Horse Park. It will host thousands over the next few days.The event features dressage, cross country, and show jumping. The events press chief, Marty Bauman, explains, "It's the biggest and best equestrian event in the world."Around 80,000 people from around the world are expected to come to the Kentucky Horse Park for this event over the next few days.Bauman says, "Everyone'…See the Story
Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event starts at Kentucky Horse Park
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Lexington, Kentucky · LexingtonAccording to the Kentucky Department of Education's School Safety Annual Statistical Report, K-12 schools across Kentucky saw an increase of 99.7% in reports of deadly weapons on campus from five years ago. The state agency charged with analyzing that data and providing guidance to schools says that's positive news.For Jon Akers, executive director of the Kentucky Center for School Safety (KSCC), the numbers mean better tracking, and he wants pa…See the Story
How the state is handling reported increase in weapons on K-12 campuses
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Cancer · LexingtonApril is recognized as National Donate Life Month, a time to appreciate those who have given the gift of life and an opportunity to highlight the need for organ donations.Currently, nearly 140,000 people in the United States are waiting for an organ transplant.According to Donate Life America, 16 people die each day while waiting for an organ.Despite a tumultuous few years, Lexingtonian Keith Zafren wont be a statistic.The husband, father, and b…See the Story
Terminal cancer to cancer-free: 'Lungs in a box' technology saves Kentucky man's life
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Lexington, Kentucky · LexingtonThis weekend marks the 31st annual AVOL Lexington AIDS Walk in Lexington, a chance to remember those lost to the disease and to celebrate the advances being made in HIV prevention and treatment.Anthony Smallwood, community engagement manager at AVOL Kentucky, said the tone of the walk has changed since it began in 1993."It used to be a very somber experience. But now, it's very celebratory," Smallwood said. "We still take the time to honor those…See the Story
'We help people live and thrive': AVOL talks advances in HIV prevention and treatment ahead of AIDS walk
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Lexington, Kentucky · LexingtonLEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Lamont Butler is a Kentucky Wildcat after speaking with Head Coach Mark Pope in Las Vegas and verbally agreeing to join the team. The news was first reported by On3 and The Field of 68. The former San Diego State Aztecs guard is a an elite defender. He averaged nine points, three rebounds and three assists in 37 games played last season. Butler is a California native and helped the Aztecs reach the NCAA Tourname…See the Story
Mark Pope lands San Diego State transfer Lamont Butler
Lexington, Kentucky · LexingtonThe Supreme Court of Kentucky welcomed 40 new lawyers to the state Thursday during its 34th annual Law Day celebration.The Commonwealth's top law enforcement official quickly encouraged these new lawyers to help Kentucky fight its current drug and crime problems.While the lawyers were free to take on whatever job they wanted, they were encouraged to consider working for the good of the state and the people in some capacity.Attorney General Russe…See the Story
Kentucky Supreme Court welcomes 40 new lawyers
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