Hamburg Journal

08/22/2025

Neighborhood News!

Today, I announced the appointment of Lisa Higgins-Hord to serve as the 6th District Councilmember. She is a University of Kentucky administrator with broad experience working with groups throughout the community, and previously served as this district’s councilmember in 2020. We are so excited to have her back in the Government Center and serving the residents of the 6th District.

07/25/2025

Our Hamburg Councilmember (sixth Lexington's 6th District-Councilwoman Denise Gray) is hosting a farewell drop-in on July 30. Thanks for the invitation Councilmember Gray!

6th District Residents ~ Come Say Farewell to Councilwoman Denise Gray!

You're invited to a very special last evening of farewell's with your Councilwoman, Denise Gray!

Councilwoman Gray will be welcoming all 6th District residents and families to stop by and share a moment together before she closes this Chapter and begins anew.

This is a casual "drop-in" event to connect, share stories, bid farewell, and give thanks to this resilient Leader who has proudly represented and advocated fiercely for her District - especially our Youth. She has led the way every single day toward a better community for all future generations and for all residents of the 6th.

Please stop by BD's Mongolian Grill (2309 Sir Barton Way) on Wednesday, July 30th, between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM.

*Food and Beverages available for purchase.

As always...

See you Soon!

BD's Mongolian Grill

07/13/2025

Officers are currently on the scene of an active investigation in the 5800 block of Old Richmond Road.

For the safety of the surrounding community, officers have temporarily closed some roads nearby and will be assisting with traffic. Please follow all directions given by officers and use alternative routes. Officers will remain in the area until the investigation is complete.

We will provide any updates as they become available.

07/04/2025

Have a safe and happy holiday, friends and neighbors!

06/27/2025

Parks & Recs’ free Friday Flicks is canceled this evening, friends and neighbors. (Fri Jun 27.)

06/11/2025

Thanks CouncilMember!

06/09/2025

Welcome to the neighborhood! It’s

06/06/2025

Hey neighbors! See you there!

Truck-a-Palooza is tomorrow, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Frederick Douglass High School! This popular event will feature over 20 LFUCG trucks, fun activities, and food for purchase. Kids will be able to meet the drivers, sit in the trucks and even honk horns! This is a free, family friendly event for all. There will also be quieter/sensory hours from 9 to 11 a.m.

05/14/2025

Tonight’s the Night neighbors. Come join the conversation.

05/02/2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Lexington until 9:00 PM EST tonight, May 2. Stay weather aware this afternoon and evening!

05/01/2025

Brian Gardner introduces the 25th anniversary of the Legends in 2025. Page 18 of the May2025 issue of the Hamburg Journal.

05/01/2025

Our hearts are with our neighbors as we share memories of FDHS student Matthew Perrine on page 5 of the May issue of the Hamburg Journal. The Douglass baseball program has created a gofundme to benefit the families of the students who were involved in the fatal collision. They will host a visitation on Sunday, May 4 at Douglass High School. 💔