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        KSP: 1 arrested, 1 injured after shooting in Metcalfe County

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        Non-profit plans to pass out water to the homeless as the weekend heats up

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        Aircraft Down Traffic Control Tower

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        Lexington Air Traffic Control to cut overnight staffing due to staff shortage

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