Environment stories in Lexington, KY

The Georgetown Lions Club's 'Bottle Caps to Benches' program has successfully collected enough plastic caps to create two park benches. This initiative, in partnership with Green Tree Plastics, aims to promote recycling and environmental stewardship in the community.

Recent wildfires in Georgia, which destroyed over 50 homes, highlight the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires in the Eastern U.S. Researchers attribute this trend to climate change, drought, and environmental factors.

Wildfires in Georgia are being exacerbated by debris from Hurricane Helene, which struck over a year ago. The combination of drought conditions and strong winds is leading to widespread smoke and air quality warnings across several states.

A rare Pink Lady Slipper Orchid was observed along a trail in the Red River Gorge, showcasing the region's unique flora. This sighting highlights the biodiversity of the area and the importance of conservation efforts.

Just curious if anyone knows of a good place in KY where there's minimal light pollution from nearby towns? I've wanted to camp and do some astrophotography but living in central Kentucky it's hard to go anywhere without there being a fair amount of light from Lexington and the surrounding communiti

Later this year my best friend wants me to take a trip with him to the national park as a celebration of some achievements he made this year. I want to go but a little nervous to say yes. I'm curious how the general public acts around trans people in public, what the area is like, red flags to be aw

I am heading for vacation to Mammoth Cave and we bought tickets to do the River Styx Tour. I have an issue with steps. I'm fine going down however going up a lot of steps is going to be challenging. I don't look disabled however due to heart issues and the meds for that I've lost a lot of strengt

On Earth Day 2026, the University of Kentucky emphasizes its ongoing commitment to sustainability through various programs and initiatives. The Student Sustainability Council has allocated nearly $250,000 for projects that promote environmental stewardship on campus.

The Alum Fire in McCreary County has burned approximately 1,100 acres and is currently 72% contained. Firefighters are actively working to manage the situation while certain roads remain closed for safety.

Georgetown-Scott County Friends of the Parks is organizing a series of Earth Week events, including a Main Street Clean Sweep and a Garden Expo, aimed at fostering community involvement in environmental action. The events will take place from April 18 to April 25, featuring activities like seed starting and tree planting.

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service staff visits farmers in Missouri on June 4, 2025. (Photo by Jenny Long/NRCS) This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for their newslette

Hikers in the Appalachian mountains. (Photo by Mike Wilkinson/The Nature Conservancy)Legislators from across Kentucky have now concluded their work in Frankfort for this year’s legislative session. Over the past 60 legislative days, they have debated a long list of complex issues impacting the daily

A black bear’s diet changes with the seasons and food availability. The lifespan of a black bear in the wild is about 12-15 years. However, bears that gain access to human food and garbage often live only half as long, according to the National Park Service. (Betty Blanton/Great Smoky Mountains Nati