Grason Passmore
Reporter
Lexington, Ky.
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Grason joined the WKYT team in August 2020. She's coming to the Commonwealth from Georgia.
A Georgia girl through and through, Grason is originally from Augusta. She graduated from the University of Georgia in 2018. And just two days later, she was working as a reporter in Albany, Georgia.
Within just a few months, Grason was out in the field covering Hurricane Michael. Quickly learning how essential news stations are to communities. It's a passion for telling people's stories and reporting the news that brought her all the way to Lexington!
When she's not reporting, Grason loves hanging with her dog, Dexter, horseback riding, and spending time with friends, and family when they make the trip up! She can't wait to explore Kentucky.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 10:35 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
As the number of domestic violence-related homicides rises in Lexington, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office emphasizes their resources for victims.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 10:38 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
Flock cameras, a controversial topic for the last few months, were again the subject of debate on Thursday night.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 10:39 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department reported 276 positive cases this past week, compared to the 144 the previous week. Meaning reported flu cases nearly doubled.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 10:25 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
And during that meeting, dozens of short term rental owners shared their concerns about the new, proposed zoning and code ordinances. Many of them said they fear these type of regulations could mean an end to their businesses.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 10:27 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
As the Executive Director of Greenhouse 17, Darlene Thomas’ mission is to help survivors of domestic abuse understand all of their options.
Updated: Nov. 23, 2022 at 11:00 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
The Lexington Rescue Mission helped feed hundreds and their work doesn’t stop there.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 10:08 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
The Lexington LGBTQ community reacts to the Colorado nightclub shooting
Updated: Nov. 18, 2022 at 5:43 PM EST
|By WKYT News Staff and Grason Passmore
A New investigation has been opened after human remains were found off I-75 in Lexington.
Updated: Nov. 17, 2022 at 10:54 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
November 17, 1972. It was the day Richmond stood still.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 10:49 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
“We need more Big Bs. We need more people with love in their hearts despite their challenges and imperfections. We need that love and he had it to give."
Updated: Nov. 15, 2022 at 5:15 PM EST
|By WKYT News Staff and Grason Passmore
A lawsuit has been filed in the death of Desman LaDuke.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 10:07 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
Tuesday morning, the Kentucky Supreme Court will hear arguments for and against the state-wide abortion ban. With hours until the hearing, we spoke with key players on both sides of the issue. But the ruling will ultimately come down to legal arguments about whether the right to an abortion is in the state constitution.
Updated: Nov. 11, 2022 at 4:06 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore and WKYT News Staff
Police have released a sketch of the suspect wanted for questioning in connection with the sexual assault of a woman in Morehead.
Updated: Nov. 10, 2022 at 9:31 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
A search for a wanted man started Thursday morning and ended with a suspect in custody many hours later on a busy downtown Street.
Updated: Nov. 9, 2022 at 10:14 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore
As crews work to contain one of the two wildfires that began burning this week. People have been fighting to protect their homes.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 8:21 PM EST
|By Grason Passmore and Chad Hedrick
The issues driving the mayor’s race were the increase in gun violence in the city, the murder rate hitting a record high this year and affordable housing.
Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 4:59 PM EST
|By Chad Hedrick and Grason Passmore
At the midterm elections, on Tuesday, Lexington voters will decide who will hold the city’s top job.
Updated: Nov. 1, 2022 at 10:51 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Superintendent Wayne Sizemore said they ended the day with only 70 percent attendance. And they aren’t the only district facing this problem
Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 10:26 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Weaver Hawkins explained that Halloween night is actually one of the third most dangerous nights of the year in terms of drunk or drugged driving.
Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 10:41 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Two Lexington seniors are getting money to go towards college next year.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 10:37 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
With less than two weeks until Election Day, Secretary of State Michael Adams is working to clear up any misconceptions or worries voters may have.
Updated: Oct. 25, 2022 at 10:54 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and advocates are trying to spread the word in Lexington.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2022 at 11:00 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Candidates for Mayor of Richmond focus on economic development during forum.
Updated: Oct. 20, 2022 at 10:22 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
While two weeks ago, the state was reporting just 42 cases, last week, the Montgomery County Health Department reported more than 160 positive flu cases.
Updated: Oct. 19, 2022 at 9:47 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Last Saturday, the Liberty Elementary School Cross Country team did something many weren’t sure they could this year.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2022 at 9:22 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Going on 11 weeks after the flood, an eerie quietness settles with the sun high above Breathitt County before the potentially record-breaking low temperatures come in with the night.
Updated: Oct. 14, 2022 at 10:54 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Two Lexington Firefighters have returned home. They were in Florida, helping in the response to Hurricane Ian. Captains Nick Bodkin and Ryan Hogsten are members of the Ohio Task Force One, helping with rescue and recovery efforts. And they’re not alone in their work.
Updated: Oct. 13, 2022 at 10:38 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
A few dozen members of the Kentucky Tenants group marching from the courthouse plaza to Lexington City Hall Thursday evening. Asking for what they’re calling a ‘Tenants’ Bill of Rights.’
Updated: Oct. 12, 2022 at 9:59 AM EDT
|By WKYT News Staff and Grason Passmore
Officials say they had to fill a storage tank with water but there wasn’t enough time to get a sample and ensure the water was safe.
Updated: Oct. 11, 2022 at 10:47 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
In May, Presley came down with what she thought was a cold. A few days later, she knew something was really wrong.
Updated: Oct. 10, 2022 at 4:24 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
A new warning as you scroll through social media or before you open that new text or email.
Updated: Oct. 7, 2022 at 9:55 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
And while it has been the perfect weather during the day to pick out your perfect pumpkin, those at Evans Orchard said they are preparing for potentially much colder weather the next few nights.
Updated: Oct. 6, 2022 at 10:42 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
As Judge Executive Jeff Noble works with the little money they have, there is some since of relief for the community Thursday.
Updated: Oct. 5, 2022 at 11:01 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Starting in October every year, the lake is lowered to 725 feet. Back in August, marina owners received emails from Kentucky Utilities, letting them know they would be lowering the lake one month early and an additional five feet, as they do some cosmetic work on the 100-year-old Dix Dam.
Updated: Sep. 29, 2022 at 10:27 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Right inside the new Academy Sport and Outdoors, an excited group of young athletes is getting ready to fill their shopping carts.
Updated: Sep. 28, 2022 at 10:20 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
One organization is working to clear up confusion some may see on social media sites, especially around election cycles.
Updated: Sep. 27, 2022 at 6:04 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Lexington’s former police chief is commenting on the city’s spike in gun violence.
Updated: Sep. 26, 2022 at 10:44 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
A Kentucky school shooter is set to stay in prison the rest of his life, and survivors are now sharing their relief after the parole board’s decision.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2022 at 10:36 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
The Lexington community gathered on Friday to raise awareness for an important cause, all in memory of a young boy.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2022 at 10:04 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
One-third of homicides in Lexington this year have been domestic violence related.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2022 at 10:22 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Hundreds of Winchester neighbors are concerned about a possible facility coming to their neighborhood.
Updated: Sep. 20, 2022 at 10:07 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Restaurant owners in Winchester say they just can't compete with Lexington, especially when it comes to Sunday brunch.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2022 at 10:47 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
One group is hoping a class that teaches a very specific technique can save lives, especially during a time when every minute counts.
Updated: Sep. 16, 2022 at 10:58 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
An intern filmmaker with the Appalachian Media Institute, Rebekha Mcauley created one of three films focused on the Appalachian region for Appalshop. Films they thought were lost less than two months ago.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2022 at 10:48 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
One Lexington community is coming together and taking a stand against violence in the city.
Updated: Sep. 12, 2022 at 11:05 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
The plan for a proposed new school in Fayette County has taken another step forward.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2022 at 5:48 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
As a fan of horses, Queen Elizabeth II made multiple trips to Kentucky. Her final trip to the commonwealth came in 2007.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2022 at 5:12 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
September is Hunger Action Month in Kentucky. It’s a time to raise awareness— and help feed families in the state.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2022 at 10:42 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Tempers flared Tuesday night as a Lexington neighborhood tries to address the violence happening in their community.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2022 at 4:41 PM EDT
|By Grason Passmore
Georgetown police are thanking neighbors for their work that helped them arrest two teenagers.
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