Alyssa Williams
Reporter
Lexington, Ky.
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Alyssa Williams joined our team as a reporter in July 2023. Alyssa, a Bath County native, started at our sister station, WYMT, two years ago after graduating from Morehead State University. While a student at MSU, Alyssa was the first recipient of the Amber Philpott Scholarship. Amber was a 2003 Morehead graduate who also got her start at WYMT.
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September 25th marks the Franklin County native’s 100th birthday, but there was a time when he did not know if he would live to see this day.
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In August, WKYT shared the story of an 11-month-old from Winchester who was in desperate need of a liver transplant.
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On Tuesday, the Urban Growth Management Advisory Committee recommended that the Urban Services Boundary expand by just over 3,000 gross acres.
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The school’s newest amnesty policy expansion means that students should not be afraid of getting in trouble when seeking help for a drug or alcohol related emergency.
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After the City of Lexington and Bluegrass Rental Management was able to revamp the buildings for the city’s affordable housing project, several people who live nearby said they have created a safer and more visually pleasing place to live.
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Fraternal Order of Police Bluegrass Lodge 4 President Jeremy Russell took to Facebook Sunday night to raise his concerns about the Lexington Police Department’s current staffing shortage.
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It was nearly three years ago that eight-year-old Malakai Roberts’ life changed forever.
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Saturday marked the first Eastern Kentucky University football game after the team’s former coach, Roy Kidd, died on Tuesday.
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On Friday, several state and national leaders gathered at the University of Kentucky to make an announcement that could impact cancer patients across the Commonwealth.
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The City of Lexington saw two deadly hit-and-run crashes involving pedestrians in August. According to AAA, those are just two of 52 deadly crashes involving pedestrians in the state so far this year. These deaths are just one of several catalysts behind a project Lexington leaders are launching.
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The Autism Society of the Bluegrass’ (ASBG) annual autism walk kicked off in Lexington on Sunday, offering more than just an opportunity to raise money for the organization.
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With COVID-19 cases increasing in several parts of the Commonwealth, several healthcare professionals advise that we should not overlook flu season.
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Sadie’s End of Summer Bash is full of smiles and laughter on Monday as many Harrison Countians come together to enjoy some fun in the sun while paying tribute to the spunky eight-year-old.
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To members of the Bluegrass Parrothead Club here in Lexington, Buffet was more than just a singer of hits like ‘Margaritaville’ or ‘Its Five O’Clock Somewhere.’”
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Kentucky’s 2022 Overdose Fatality Report stated that Bath County saw the highest rate of overdose deaths per capita last year.
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This is an issue several Central Kentucky fire departments are seeing firsthand.
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This year makes an exciting one for Stonewall Elementary School teacher Sarah Erwin as she celebrates her 50th year of teaching.
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To honor those who have lost their battle with addiction, the organization Survivor Squad hosted a recovery rally in front of the Anderson County Courthouse on Saturday.
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A video showing a middle schooler injured in the altercation has been shared on social media, and it has led parents to speak out about their safety concerns at Clark County Schools.
There are still several questions unanswered following an incident that took place on a Clark County School bus on Tuesday.
An incident onboard a Clark County school bus is under investigation.
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The Catholic Action Center is dedicated to serving the area’s unhoused community through food and supply giveaways, and with the upcoming heatwave, the center came up with a game plan.
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The Woodland Art Fair kicked off in Lexington on Saturday, bringing in artists and art enthusiasts from across the Commonwealth and beyond.
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A string of break-ins took place in Danville on Thursday night.
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After discovering that Central Kentucky did not offer a safe and anonymous way for mothers in crisis to surrender their babies, one Jessamine County firefighter is aiming to change that.
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Georgetown police arrested four teens who were connected to a string of car break-ins throughout the Georgetown area on Monday.
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Over the last year, pharmacies across the nation have been seeing shortages in various medications. In Lexington, pharmacies are still seeing that issue, but with ADHD medications in particular.
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The Wolfe County Search & Rescue Team (WCSART) conducts rescues at the Red River Gorge regularly, but on Sunday, their patient looked a little different than most.
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He was slated to head to basic training for the U.S. Navy, later this month.
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The 2022-2023 Leadership Lexington class has launched the first Lexington Unsung Heroes Ball, which takes place at the Longship Club in Lexington on Saturday.
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We have all heard of porch pirates stealing packages from people’s front doors, but for one Mount Sterling family, they say an Amazon delivery driver was the one doing the stealing.
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For new farmer Lauren Simmons, existing in a male-dominated field is nothing new.
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From school supplies to winter coats, thousands of items were up for grabs for families at the 5th Annual Friendship Fest in Woodford County.
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Friday is a day of reflection and remembrance for many eastern Kentucky flood survivors, including those in Breathitt County who came together for a prayer vigil.
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The summer season brings more people outdoors, but with more time in the sun comes an increased risk of damaging your skin.
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A death investigation is underway in Laurel County after the Sheriff’s Office says a 12-year-old boy died of a gunshot wound.
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As we approach the one-year anniversary of the devastating flood in Eastern Kentucky, many flood survivors, like Knott County native Nathan Smith, will likely revisit the trauma of that night.
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Members of the Winchester community are concerned after flyers were found in the downtown area of what looked to be a recruitment tactic for the group “Patriot Front.”
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The annual Super Sunday event took place at Douglass Park in Lexington, highlighting one of the area’s longest-running summer basketball leagues.
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A place best known for showcasing horses is focusing on horsepower in a different way on Saturday.
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