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Heads up, commuters: To get ready for the opening, a weekend closure of Leestown Road is needed to safely complete final work and transition traffic into the new interchange. Weekend Closure: From Friday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. to Monday, Oct. 5 at 5 a.m.
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You do not have to bundle branches for City curbside collection thru 8/21.
+ Branches & trees must be 4’ or less
+ After 8/21, sticks & branches must be bundled with twine when set on the curb
+ Yard waste can be put in your gray cart. Do not overload. The lid should close.
ALT Photo of branches and sticks between the curb and the sidewalk. Text: You have branches, sticks or other storm debris. You have City curbside waste collection. You do NOT need to bundle yard waste that you set on the curb from now till Aug. 21. Place sticks & branches on the curb on your regular collection day, in 4 foot sections, in the utility strip or edge of the yard, not in the street or sidewalk!
Natural hazards like flooding + severe weather can affect many facets of our city, like public safety, infrastructure, and the environment. That's why we are updating our Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Share your feedback + concerns to help guide our priorities:
engagestantec.com/lexington-…
Whether you like a leisurely stroll through our green spaces or prefer hitting the courts for pickleball, basketball or tennis, we want to know! Help shape the future of parks in Lexington by taking our Master Plan Survey: lexingtonky.gov/parkplan
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UPDATE 8:03 a.m. -
Inbound Versailles Rd is now shut down at Oxford Cir due to the collision near Woodford Dr.
The outbound direction remains closed at Delmont Dr.
City of Lexington Ky retweeted
TRAFFIC ALERT US-27 (NICHOLASVILLE RD/LEXINGTON RD) IN JESSAMINE CO:
All lanes toward Nicholasville are shut down at Brannon Rd due to a serious collision. Traffic is being diverted to either Brannon Rd or E Brannon Rd.
All thru lanes toward Lexington are open.
Police directing.
City of Lexington Ky retweeted
Tuesday brings severe storms to Lexington. The main threat is straight-line winds with hail, tornadoes, & possible flash flooding. Have multiple ways to get weather alerts. Put away any loose outdoor furniture or lawn décor. Stay weather aware as these storms head to Lexington!
On Tuesday, a cold front dropping in from the northwest will bring severe weather for parts southern Indiana and central Kentucky. The main threat is straight-line wind with hail, tornadoes, and flash flooding also possible. weather.gov/lmk
ALT On Tuesday, a cold front dropping in from the northwest will bring severe weather for parts southern Indiana and central Kentucky. The main threat is straight-line wind with hail, tornadoes, and flash flooding also possible.
City of Lexington Ky retweeted
☀️ Heat advisory waste collection info - changes will be in effect through July 31.
Residential curbside waste collection will start at 4:30am. This is for anyone who has City of Lexington waste, recycling & yard waste collection.
🌙 Put your carts out the night before!
ALT Photo of 3 waste carts in front of a fence. Text: Due to high temperatures, City waste collection will begin one hour earlier through July 31. Put carts out the night before your collection day.
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The city of Lexington will activate Phase One of the Heat Plan from Monday, June 29, to Thursday, July 2, 2026. Learn more about Phase One of the Heat Plan and heat safety on our website: bit.ly/4vDvf6w
Some helpful reminders for your commute. Remember, report any outages and downed trees to LexCall by dialing 311.
City of Lexington Ky retweeted
The Valley View Ferry is closed until further notice due to weather conditions.
valleyviewferry.org/site/
Lexington is under a Flash Flood Warning until 10:45 a.m., Thursday, June 18. Flash flooding is possible for small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses, and other low-lying areas. Never drive through floodwaters or flooded roadways.
Lexington is under a Tornado Watch until 11 a.m., Thursday, June 18. Stay weather aware and monitor local news for updates. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts! Don't be scared, be prepared
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🚜🚛🚒 Are you ready for TRUCK-A-PALOOZA?
🗓️ Saturday, June 13
⏰ 9a-12:30p (quiet time 9-10:30)
🚚 All activities & parking FREE
🍕 Food available for purchase
‼️ NEW LOCATION
📍 Tates Creek High School, 1111 Centre Parkway
🔗 lexingtonky.gov/trucks
City of Lexington Ky retweeted
TRAFFIC ALERT – Newtown Pike at Nadino Blvd
Due to a collision outbound Newtown Pike just past Nandino Blvd is closed. There is a detour using Nandino Blvd. Officers are in the area directing traffic. Slow down & use another route. The closure is expected to last several hours.
City of Lexington Ky retweeted
🎓FCPS High School Graduations on Thursday June 4 at Rupp Arena:
Frederick Douglass at 10 a.m.
Henry Clay at 2 p.m.
Lafayette at 6 p.m.
Use added caution if traveling downtown. Expect increased congestion and watch for pedestrians.
Congratulations to all graduates and families!!