Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government

A public hearing at City Hall in Lexington, Kentucky is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 26 at 1:30 p.m. ET. concerning the expansion of industrial-scale solar development in the county, the Fayette Alliance said in a Wednesday release. After the comment phase is complete, a future vote by the LFUCG Urban County Council will take place on the Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment proposed by the solar development company Silicon Ranch. "Green energy should not come at the expense of prime farmland, which is recognized nationally and state-wide as the very best...

Susan Speckert has been named chief operating officer of the newly formed Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation. The KHRGC, established through 2024 Senate Bill 299, took over the responsibilities of the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission on July 1. "I am honored to work alongside the outstanding team at the KHRGC to ensure Kentucky continues to lead in protecting the health, safety and welfare of horses, riders and all participants, as well as the wagering public," Speckert said. "I am grateful to the Board of Directors and President and CEO...