Grace Finerman
Reporter
Lexington, Ky.
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Grace comes to the Commonwealth from the East Coast! She was born in New York City, but spent most of her childhood in Connecticut.
Grace graduated from the University of Michigan in 2019 (Go Blue!) and loves to talk about all things Michigan sports. Before reporting at WKYT, Grace worked in Sioux Falls, SD. While in South Dakota Grace had her own live cooking segment called, "Cooking with Grace" where she made healthy alternatives to everyones favorite foods.
Grace's favorite parts about reporting are learning new things everyday and meeting all kinds of people!
When Grace is not at work she is either at the gym, cooking up a storm, or hanging out her her rescue dog Dinkey.
A Lexington business that’s ignored an executive order made by Governor Beshear is heading to court today.
As the ongoing pandemic rolls on, restaurant and bar owners say they're continuing to get the short end of the stick. This is as Governor Andy Beshear signed an executive order that will give $40 million dollars of federal coronavirus relief funds to these businesses.
It's the most wonderful time of the year, even if it is a little different this time around. Still, there are many activities right here in Lexington to enjoy with loved ones while still socially distancing.
As coronavirus cases continue to rise, restrictions and recommendations seem to be re-appearing. Sunday was the first of 4 weeks with Governor Andy Beshear’s suggestion that houses of worship stop in-person services. This recommendation runs through December 13th.
The Quantrell Auto Group is donating $15,000 dollars worth of books and supplies to the students at Millcreek Elementary. Supply-filled goody bags will be given to all 70 teachers at the school, in addition to 150 backpacks going to students in need.
Cases of COVID-19 are continuing to spread throughout the Commonwealth, and experts say many of these new cases are from kids. They say the spread is concerning in any age group, as we still have a lot to learn about the long-term effects of COVID-19.
The 33rd annual Big Blue Crush kicks off on Monday. It's a blood drive battle between UK and Tenessee fans with the goal of boosting blood supply during the holidays. This year, donations may be as important as ever.
The change in weather is bringing no relief in our battle against COVID-19. Friday, the US saw high numbers and the Commonwealth is no different. One way experts say we can help is by getting tested.
Powell County is now in the red zone for COVID-19.
Crossroads kicks off its annual Thanksgiving food drive with the goal of helping families in need get a Thanksgiving feast on the table.
The Richmond community continues to come together in honor of a local police officer shot on the line of duty. The 5th annual 5K in celebration of Daniel Ellis's life was this morning in Madison County.
Red zone counties have 25 or more average daily cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents.
While the weather is chilly and the leaves are colorful, Halloween still might feel different this year.
Montgomery County hit the red zone last Friday.
Long-term care facilities make up four percent of Fayette County’s total cases of COVID-19, but 25 percent of deaths, according to Kevin Hall with the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department.
Many of the positive cases in Jessamine County are coming from Thompson-Hood Veterans Center. Seven of these veterans have died due to complications from the virus, including Bobby Rorer. Now, his family shares his story.
According to a recent study from APM Research Lab, black Americans are dying from the virus at nearly 3 times the rate of white Americans. That's why Black Male Working Academy partnered with WellCare of Kentucky and Bluewater Diagnostic to bring free drive-through testing.
The man is accused of killing 54-year-old Famey Hellard.
School districts across the Commonwealth have recently started bringing students back into the classroom for in-person instruction. Now, Fayette County is being added to the mix. Monday schools will be ready to offer in-person services to specific students.
There's been a big turnout of early voters in the Commonwealth. October 27th marks the first time in Kentucky history voters have cast ballots on a Saturday.
At the University of Kentucky, scientists are testing the dorm’s wastewater for COVID-19. So far UK has tested the water of 6 dorms, one twice. Hopefully, this will help identify places of infection at the university.
As Kentuckians flock to the polls this November, one law on the ballot may look familiar. Marsy's Law is an amendment that would give certain rights to victims, such as notifying them about the accused.
An unexpected timeout took place during Simmons Middle School's rivalry football game Thursday night due to the people in the stands.
Two victims were rushed to Lexington with life-threatening injuries.
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It’s a time set aside to acknowledge domestic violence survivors and to be a voice for the victims.
Today the Kentucky Blood Center hosted a drive at St. Luke United Methodist Church in Lexington. The blood from this drive will serve hospitals throughout the Commonwealth.
Police Chief Brian Carter says the 54-year-old owner of The Glitter Box in Mount Vernon was found dead inside her business around 7 p.m. Tuesday evening.
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Thursday, Kentucky representative Attica Scott was arrested at a demonstration in downtown Louisville. Sunday morning, Scott commented on this arrest at a press conference at Jefferson Square Park in Louisville.
At the beginning of the summer, a terrifying car crash put a three-year-old girl from Lincoln County in the hospital for more than a month. Doctors say that girl was paralyzed, but the family refused to give up.
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Three campers from West Virginia are safe Sunday after their truck was was washed away by fast-moving water.
With only 53 days until Kentucky's US Senate election, Democratic candidate Amy McGrath visited college campuses across Kentucky including Morehead State University, EKU, and Murray State.
March 6th, exactly six months ago, Governor Andy Beshear confirmed the Commonwealth's first positive case of COVID-19 and officially declared a state of emergency in Kentucky. The case was a woman from Harrison County.
It’s Derby Day in the Commonwealth, but without the usual crowds and fanfare. Many celebrated in Lexington with drive-up betting at Keeneland.
We’re now in September and fall is right around the corner.
On a vacation to Daytona Beach, one family decided to throw a jar of their loved one's ashes into the ocean. Now two years later, that jar was found over 4,000 miles away.
While teachers had more time to prepare for the fall semester compared to NTI days in the spring, there are still some glitches to work out. Such as, if teachers don't have students right in front of them, how can that their students keep focused to make the most out of their school days?
Every election year, both major political parties disagree on policies, however, this year – in the grip of a global pandemic – the very act of how Americans will vote is up for debate.
A group rallied Monday morning in Lexington to call for an extended hold on evictions because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The University of Kentucky launched its next phase of testing. This time the school will focus on students in Greek Life, which is a community testing with a higher positivity rate of COVID-19.
Democrats have accused Republicans of sabotaging the upcoming election by using the post office. They claim postmaster general Louis DeJoy is potentially slowing delivery.
One person is dead and three others are injured after an overnight shooting at Newtown Court in Lexington. The Fayette County Coroner has identified the victim as 18-year-old Mykel Waide.
The start of the academic year is looking different than ever before, but some things are the same. Each year the YMCA of Central Kentucky partners with Fayette County Public Schools to host the neighborhood back to school rallies. They give backpacks and school supplies to students in need.
As districts and universities decide how classes will look this fall amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Friday marks the end of the first week of classes at Georgetown University.
While going to the grocery store you may have noticed you can't find your favorite flavor of Dr. Pepper, or that beer you like is sold out. Companies across the country are addressing an aluminum can shortage, and the Commonwealth is no different.
Monday Governor Beshear announced a curfew for restaurants and bars. One bar owner in Lexington shares how he's dealing with keeping his business afloat during this new normal.
One UK nurse who recovered from COVID-19 shares everyone with the coronavirus would benefit from a support group for asking and answering questions.
As we've fought COVID-19, we've been told to limit interaction with others as much as we can. In the meantime, there's been an increase in calls and texts to gambling helplines.
The 127 Yard Sale is going to look a little different this year because of COVID-19.
Doctor Katrina Hood, with Lexington’s Pediatric and Adolescent Associates, tells us when she first started testing kids for COVID-19 back in May, there were no cases for the first few weeks.