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Lexington Roundup: Sweet 16 Excitement, Job Fair, and Economic Milestones
- 2025/03/28
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Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Friday, March 28, 2025.
We're kicking off the day with some exciting news from the world of college basketball. Tonight, the University of Kentucky men's basketball team will face Tennessee in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game. As we gear up for this big match, the university has issued safety reminders for fans celebrating on campus and around town. Let's keep the spirit high but stay safe, Lexington!
In local job market news, an unusual job fair is happening today at the Davis Park Workforce Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Called "Look Good, Feel Good," this event offers more than just job opportunities. Job seekers can get free haircuts, styling services, and even pick out interview-appropriate clothing. It's a great initiative to help our community members put their best foot forward in their job search.
Speaking of jobs, we've got some positive economic news to share. Lexington-Fayette has shown the highest rate of employment growth since 2020 among all metro areas in the Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank's district. Our city's employment has grown by 5.5% since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, outpacing many of our neighboring cities.
In city developments, there's a temporary road closure planned for Huguelet Drive near the UK campus. If this is part of your daily commute, you might want to plan an alternate route for the next few days.
Looking ahead to community events, we're excited about the continuation of Lexington's 250th anniversary celebrations. March has been designated as Education Month, honoring our city's trailblazing history in education. Keep an eye out for special events and exhibitions around town highlighting this theme.
On the business front, we're seeing continued growth and innovation in our local economy. The Kentucky Workforce Summit is coming up on March 18, bringing together business leaders, educators, and government officials to discuss strategies for strengthening our workforce and driving economic growth.
In today's crime report, we don't have any major incidents to report, but as always, we encourage everyone to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
Weather-wise, we're looking at a pleasant spring day ahead. Expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures reaching the mid-60s, perfect for enjoying some outdoor activities or checking out one of our local parks.
And here's a feel-good story to brighten your day: The University of Kentucky Job Club has released its spring 2025 schedule, offering free sessions twice a month to help job seekers of all backgrounds connect, share, and learn. It's a great example of our community coming together to support each other.
This has been Lexington Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
We're kicking off the day with some exciting news from the world of college basketball. Tonight, the University of Kentucky men's basketball team will face Tennessee in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game. As we gear up for this big match, the university has issued safety reminders for fans celebrating on campus and around town. Let's keep the spirit high but stay safe, Lexington!
In local job market news, an unusual job fair is happening today at the Davis Park Workforce Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Called "Look Good, Feel Good," this event offers more than just job opportunities. Job seekers can get free haircuts, styling services, and even pick out interview-appropriate clothing. It's a great initiative to help our community members put their best foot forward in their job search.
Speaking of jobs, we've got some positive economic news to share. Lexington-Fayette has shown the highest rate of employment growth since 2020 among all metro areas in the Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank's district. Our city's employment has grown by 5.5% since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, outpacing many of our neighboring cities.
In city developments, there's a temporary road closure planned for Huguelet Drive near the UK campus. If this is part of your daily commute, you might want to plan an alternate route for the next few days.
Looking ahead to community events, we're excited about the continuation of Lexington's 250th anniversary celebrations. March has been designated as Education Month, honoring our city's trailblazing history in education. Keep an eye out for special events and exhibitions around town highlighting this theme.
On the business front, we're seeing continued growth and innovation in our local economy. The Kentucky Workforce Summit is coming up on March 18, bringing together business leaders, educators, and government officials to discuss strategies for strengthening our workforce and driving economic growth.
In today's crime report, we don't have any major incidents to report, but as always, we encourage everyone to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
Weather-wise, we're looking at a pleasant spring day ahead. Expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures reaching the mid-60s, perfect for enjoying some outdoor activities or checking out one of our local parks.
And here's a feel-good story to brighten your day: The University of Kentucky Job Club has released its spring 2025 schedule, offering free sessions twice a month to help job seekers of all backgrounds connect, share, and learn. It's a great example of our community coming together to support each other.
This has been Lexington Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.