With The World Health Organization officially declaring COVID-19 (the Coronavirus) a pandemic, the need for accurate and updated information is incredibly important.
As health organizations locally and across the globe, work to contain and mitigate COVID-19, our station has created this information hub that we’ll be updating with news on the virus and how it’s impacting our local area. A service of LM Communications.
CENTRAL KENTUCKY COVID-19 INFORMATION UPDATES
92 New Cases of COVID-19 in KY. 917 Total
Governor Andy Beshear at his daily Coronavirus Press Briefing today said there were 92 new cases of COVID-19 in the Commonwealth, bringing the total of infected people to 917. There was one additional case in Fayette County.
National Guard to Help Lexington Food Bank as Coronavirus Causes Inventory Concern
from Kentucky.com
Kentucky Company Developing Coronavirus Vaccine
from Kentucky.com
Lexington Has 17 New COVID-19 Casts. Total of 137
from Kentucky.com
UK to Build 400-bed Field Hospital @ Nutter Field House
from Kentucky.com
770 COVID-19 Cases in Kentucky, 100 New Cases. Press Conference Notes
Governor Andy Beshear announced at his daily Coronavirus Press Conference that there are 100 new cases of COVID-19 in the Commonwealth, bringing the total to 770 cases in Kentucky. He is also trying to Extend the school
Kentucky Unemployment Skyrockets, Doubling Last Week’s Record
from Kentucky.com
Lady Antebellum Concert, Scheduled for June 26 at Riverbend Music Center Moved to August 17
Cincinnati, OH (4/2/20) – The Lady Antebellum concert originally scheduled for June 26th at Riverbend Music Center has been rescheduled to Monday, August 17th. Tickets purchased for the original date will be honored for the rescheduled date.
Fayette County with 6 New COVID-19 Cases, Total at 116
from Kentucky.com
Chris Stapleton: Concert for Kentucky Postponed until April 24, 2021
Country Music Star Chris Stapleton has had his April Concert at Kroger Field in Lexington postponed until April 24, 2021. From kentucky.com
114 New Coronavirus Cases in Ky, Total Stands at 591. 7 New Deaths
Governor Andy Beshear held his daily Coronavirus Press Conference today, noting that there are 114 new cases of Coronavirus in the Commonwealth and 7 new deaths today, including 1 in Fayette County, an 88-year old female. Of
17 New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in Fayette County, One New Death.
from Kentucky.com
IRS has Details on How to Get Your Coronavirus Stimulus Money
from Kentucky.com
Kentucky Company Switches from Army Gear to Coronavirus Masks
from Kentucky.com
Kentuckians are not to Travel Outside the State Due to Coronavirus
Beshear signs order telling Kentuckians not to travel outside the state due to coronavirus. If Kentuckians still decide to travel, Beshear said, they’ll need to self-quarantine for 14 days. Source: Courier Journal
42 New Coronavirus Cases 480 Total. 2 New Deaths.
Governor Andy Beshear today announced that there were 42 new cases of Coronavirus in the Commonwealth, bringing the total to 480. There were 2 new deaths today. An 88-year old from Kenton County and the other a
President Extends Coronavirus Guidelines to April 30th.
From Kentucky.com
Meet Virginia Moore, Andy Beshear’s ASL Interpreter.
from Kentucky.com
45 New COVID-19 Cases in Ky. 439 Total.
Governor Andy Beshear today said that there were 45 new cases of COVID-19 in Kentucky as of 4 pm Sunday. That brings the total in the Commonwealth to 439. There are 15 new cases in Fayette County,
92 New COVID-19 Cases in Kentucky, 394 Total.
Governor Andy Beshear said at his daily Coronavirus Update that there are 92 new cases of COVID-19 in Kentucky today, bringing the total in the Commonwealth to 394. That included new cases in Clark: 1 new, 23
3.28 Million File for Unemployment, up from 282,000 Last Week
From Kentucky.com
Red Mile Gaming and Racing Extends their Expected Open Date
Dear Valued Guest, Red Mile Gaming and Racing remains temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and we will be postponing our expected reopen date. During this time, we hope all of you are taking care and
Here’s Who Can Stay Open After Governor Beshear’s Latest Closing Order
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear issued an executive order that will close all businesses except for those that are “life-sustaining”. He declared that all non-life-sustaining businesses be closed by Thursday at 8 pm. The order is an expansion
Tokyo Olympics Postponed to 2021
JOINT STATEMENT FROM THE INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE AND THE TOKYO 2020 ORGANISING COMMITTEE In the present circumstances and based on the information provided by the WHO, the IOC President and the Prime Minister of Japan have concluded
KY Blood Centers Encourages Appointments and Expands Hours
The Kentucky Blood Center is urging donors to donate to ensure they have a adequate amount of blood for the KY hospitals. Donors can make appointment online or call 1-800-775-2522. All six Kentucky Blood Centers hours are
The Square, Downtown Will Close as of 8 pm Tonight
In order to comply with the executive order by Governor Beshear, we will be closing The Square to the public. The entrances on Short Street, Broadway, and Main Street will remain locked. The 3rd-floor pedway to the garage
Businesses Included Ky Governor’s Act to Close Monday
NASCAR: All Race Events Through May 3rd Postponed
“The health and safety of our fans, industry and the communities in which we race is our most important priority, so in accordance with recent CDC guidance, NASCAR is currently postponing all race events through May 3rd,
Kentucky Governor to Close All Non-Essential Businesses at 8 pm Monday
Governor Andy Beshear will close all non-essential businesses at 8 pm Monday. This DOES NOT INCLUDE GROCERY STORES, DRUG STORES, PHARMACIES, GAS STATIONS AND SOME AUTO REPAIR AND AUTO PARTS STORES. Restaurants that remain open may deliver
Kroger Updates Hours of Operation: Announces Senior Shopping Hour
from WKYT
Kentucky State Tax Delayed Until July 15
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear ordered the Tax Day moved from April 15th to July 15th due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Uses Alcohol to Produce Free Hand Sanitizer
[LEXINGTON, Ky.] — The impact of COVID-19 is being felt around the world, including Central Kentucky. As the local community works to combat the spread of coronavirus, hand sanitizer remains in high demand. In an effort to
Kentucky Public Libraries in Jeopardy of Losing State Funding
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact Dan Koett 859.797.3646 dkoett@framingyournarrative.com Kentucky Public Libraries in Jeopardy of Losing State Funding State Legislature considering budget that does not include state aid to public libraries Lexington, Kentucky (March 19, 2020)
New Unemployment Procedure due to a Large Influx of Kentuckians Filing
The Education and Workforce Development Cabinet has started a new procedure in effort to help the large influx of Kentuckians filing for unemployment insurance benefits. Also new local office phone lines. If you are filing for unemployment
Tax Day Nationally Moved to July 15
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced on Friday the IRS has officially moved Tax Day to July 15. Friday’s announcement will give extra time for individuals and businesses to file their taxes and move the filing deadline from April
Governor Beshear Announces Additonal Closures
Governor Andy Beshear announced on Tuesday that he has signed an executive order that will close all businesses that “encourage congregation and meeting in public places.” That includes most businesses that would fall into the entertainment industry
The Rolling Stones Postpone Their North American Tour
AEG Presents/ Concerts West regret to announce the postponement of the Rolling Stones upcoming NO FILTER tour of North America due to the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic. The Stones 15-date NO FILTER summer tour was due to
The Fayette County Sheriff Office Launches Operation Compassion!
A Message from the Fayette County Sheriff Office: As you may be aware, for several years, the Office of the Fayette County Sheriff has launched its Winter Care program during ice and snow storms. We found that
Lose Your Job Due to Coronavirus? Here’s How to Apply for Unemployment in Kentucky.
from the Lexington Herald-Leader Gov. Andy Beshear ordered the state Monday to begin waiving Kentucky’s waiting period for unemployment benefits as job losses from the novel coronavirus pandemic mounted. Kentucky Career Center spokeswoman Holly Neal said officials
KY. Governor Beshear pushes May Primary to June
Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday pushed back May’s primary elections until late June, giving the government more time to deal with the coronavirus pandemic. The elections include the presidential race, U.S. Senate, six campaigns for U.S. House
COVID-19 CANCELLATION INFORMATION
Lexington Closes Playgrounds, Public Restrooms and Barricading City Parks
from Kentucky.com
21c Museum Hotel Closes Due to Coronavirus; Lexington Library to Remain Closed for Now
from Kentucky.com
Red River Gorge, Closed. Camping & Hiking This Spring Limited.
from Kentucky.com
Lexington Mayor Gorton Closes Playing Fields, Golf Courses Over Coronavirus Danger
from Kentucky.com
Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Georgetown to Remain Closed through April 20
From LEX18.com
Beshear Issues Executive Order Closing All Non Life-Sustaining Businesses
The governor declared that all non life-sustaining businesses should be closed by Thursday, Mar. 26 at 8 p.m. Source: Lex
Here’s Who Can Stay Open After Governor Beshear’s Latest Closing Order
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear issued an executive order that will close all businesses except for those that are “life-sustaining”. He declared that all non-life-sustaining businesses be closed by Thursday at 8 pm. The order is an expansion
Governor Beshear to Close More Businesses Thursday. Details Wednesday.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said that all businesses that aren’t “life-sustaining” must close to in-person traffic by the end of business Thursday. He will issue an order on Wednesday with specific details about which businesses will be
Fayette Mall Has Closed
Fayette Mall announces its closure following an executive order issued by Governor Andy Beshear. On Sunday, March 22, Governor Beshear announced the closure of all non-essential retail businesses. Fayette Mall officials announce its closure as of March
Governor Orders Schools to Remain Closed through April 20.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has ordered schools in Kentucky to remain closed through April 20th.
Central Bank to Close Lobbies After Saturday
At Central Bank, the health and safety of our employees, customers and communities is always our first priority. As we continue to monitor the developing coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we want to ensure our customers are aware of
Community Trust Banks to Close all Lobbies in all Locations After Today
Community Trust Bank has closed its lobbies in all locations starting with the Close of business on Friday. Drive up and ATMs will still be accessible.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Will Close Monday through April 3rd at Least
Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Georgetown and all US Plants will close on Monday and they will keep the plant closed through April 3rd. Production is scheduled to resume on April 6th.
Kentucky Derby Postponed Until September
Land Rover 3-Day Event Canceled
Equestrian Events Inc. (EEI) is cancelling the 2020 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™ and the Kentucky CSI3* Invitational Grand Prix presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute. The events had been scheduled for April
Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show, April 3-5 Canceled
The Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show scheduled for April 3-5, 2020 has been canceled as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. During this time, we urge all in the community to follow guidelines from local
NASCAR Calls off Races Due to Coronavirus Concerns!
NASCAR says it will postpone its races at Atlanta Motor Speedway this weekend and Homestead-Miami Speedway next weekend. “We will continue to monitor this dynamic situation as we assess future events,” wrote NASCAR. Source: LEX18
