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.
It’s been 463 days since Governor Beshear announced the first positive case of COVID-19 in Kentucky. Friday, he’s announced restrictions are coming to an end. It’s been a welcomed move by the Governor for many working in small businesses, who’ve struggled during the pandemic.
Sav’s owner Mamadou Savane said it means it’s time for him to prepare.
White House Clinics, a Kentucky community healthcare center, is thanking its employees. They’re increasing the pay scale by 28% by raising the minimum wage from $11.75 dollars to $15.05 dollars.
The director of the CDC is urging parents to get their kids vaccinated after a spike in hospitalizations among young people.
Governor Beshear has marked June 11th as the day all capacity restrictions will be lifted for venues and events. Business owners say they’re planning ahead as they navigate the path back towards “normalcy.”
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Investigators said a vehicle occupied by four people struck another vehicle and then a utility pole.
Every year on the last Monday of May, we celebrate Memorial Day. It’s a day for honoring and mourning people who’ve died while fighting to keep us safe.
After a year filled with masks and social distancing, many people are looking forward to a more “normal” Memorial Day weekend.
Shooting for “Relative Justice” kicks off this spring. The show brings family squabbles from the living room to the courtroom. Casting is still underway.
It’s been three weeks since President Joe Biden declared a major disaster for multiple Kentucky counties after record-breaking flooding.
No time is being wasted after the FDA approved the use of the Pfizer vaccine for kids 12 to 15 years old. 30 people in the age group have already been vaccinated at Kroger Field. Wild Health is planning 37 clinics at schools across the Commonwealth starting next week.
The use of the Pfizer vaccine has been expanded to include children as young as 12-years old.
The research team hopes to enroll 150 local students.
After an extremely difficult year for restaurants, Mother’s Day brings opportunity. Many in the business say the holiday is one of the busiest of the year.
This time last year, students at Eastern Kentucky University were gearing up for virtual commencement ceremonies. Now, almost 2,300 students are able to be handed their diplomas in person.
A University of Kentucky medical school student, now identified as 24-year-old Gabriella Smith from Alexandria, Kentucky, was found dead at the bottom of a 150-foot cliff at Red River Gorge.
Results from a new poll by the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky show people want vaccine information from their own physicians. Now, experts are urging us to use local resources to reach our vaccination goal.
The old movie theatre on Codell Drive has been vacant for around 5 years, according to people in the neighborhood. Now, it’s taking on a new life. It’s turning into studios, bringing a live 150 episode reality show to screens nationwide.
The Kentucky Derby is a day the Commonwealth shines on a world stage, and the celebration isn’t just in Louisville. For many fans watching at Keeneland, it’s the first big event that hasn’t been canceled since the pandemic began.
Tuesday afternoon, Governor Andy Beshear says he’ll announce incentives here in the Commonwealth throughout the next couple of weeks. It’s part of getting 2.5 million Kentuckians vaccinated, to shed some capacity restrictions and curfews.
A Powell County woman says she spent time in the hospital due to blood clotting after receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Her family is calling for a warning on the vaccine.
COVID-19 vaccines will be offered this week to Fayette County Public Schools students, families and staff.
Health experts say to reach herd immunity, enough people must get vaccinated.
Sunday morning a Kentucky veteran who died in Florida was escorted back to his home state of Kentucky to be laid to rest. Wallace Taylor outlived his family. His remains were found months after he passed. Sunday the war hero was honored by hundreds who say they’ll ensure no veteran is forgotten.
In a year filled with screen time and virtual classes, students waited in anticipation for a good old-fashioned book during this year's "Read Across America.".” It’s a drive-through event for kids to pick up a free book and goodie bag.
Lexington’s Jewish community is concerned after a report that UK students used a Nazi salute toward a Jewish student.
Johnson & Johnson will give out 86% fewer doses after 15 million doses were contaminated at a Baltimore factory. Three states halted vaccination sites after reports of adverse reactions. Still, demand remains high.
The ongoing pandemic brought uncertainty to many business owners, but one farm in Scott County used the time to tackle a new business venture. The farm also partnered with food banks, offering produce to families in need.
All Kentuckians ages 16 and older are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, with thousands of appointments open across the state.
UK police will now use handheld metal detectors to “wand” all adult patients and visitors entering emergency departments.
It's been about a month since historic flooding devastated communities across Eastern Kentucky. The recovery process has been slow, according to emergency management.
Girl Scouts of Kentucky's Wilderness Road usually finish their cookie-selling season by the end of March, but due to a winter full of challenges from the ongoing pandemic to ice and flooding, they're extending that season until April 11th.
Bryan Carrol was taken into police custody Thursday afternoon at UK hospital after authorities found him with firearms, body armor, and possible explosives. University of Kentucky chief of police Joe Monroe says a camera system in place was instrumental in the arrest.
Many across the US head out for spring break this time of year, but experts urge us not to let our guard down as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Good news for people looking to get some sun, a Lexington emergency physician says travel can be done safely.
A fire at Columbia Steak Express shut down part of Southland Drive off of Nicholasville Road on Sunday morning. The restaurant was left with "substantial damage".
Crooked Creek Christian Church partnered with the International Disaster Emergency Service to bring some help to Estill County. They're building 10 storage sheds for victims of the flooding.
After four months on a ventilator and stays in a couple of hospitals, a man from Laurel County has won his fight against COVID-19. Friday morning, he was finally able to head home from Rockcastle Regional Hospital.
It’ll bring $1,400 payments per taxpayer, plus their dependents listed on their tax returns. We’ve received many questions from you about when you’ll see your check in the mail or in your account.
With flood waters down and rivers back to almost normal levels, Estill County is on to the recovery phase of flood relief. This is allowing COVID-19 vaccines to pick back up after all clinics were closed during the flood.
As of now, no one is reportedly hurt in today’s fire.
Countless areas, and thousands of Kentuckians, continue to be impacted by this week's flooding. Frankfort is one of them.
One place that was hit especially hard is Estill County. The flooding closed down roads and left many with their homes and businesses underwater.
Thursday, clean-up at the Red River Museum continues, as it does for countless homes and businesses in the area.
As we're nearing the one-year mark of COVID-19 in Kentucky, many healthcare workers are sharing messages of hope. They say the vaccine will bring the end of the pandemic as we know it. With more vaccine sites, the approval of a third injection, and another group of people eligible for a shot, experts say that end is closer than ever before.
Since the middle of December, Baptist Health Corbin has given out more than 10,000 first doses of vaccines and around 4,500 second doses.
Two sisters from right here in Kentucky were able to see their father, a 96-year-old Navy veteran, leave the hospital after battling COVID-19.
The University of Kentucky and Keeneland are teaming up in our fight against COVID-19. This time, by helping minority groups get vaccinated through a pop-up clinic at Keeneland.
Rockcastle County was hit hard by this week's weather and countless are still without power. A warming shelter was opened at Rockcastle County Middle School to provide people without heat or water a safe place to sleep.
Countless Kentuckians lost power during this week's ice storm. After KU electricians worked around the clock restoring electricity area by area, they're gearing up for round two of winter weather.
We're still dealing with the effects of this week's ice storm that has not only left roads dangerously slick but thousands without power. In Scott County crews have been working tirelessly, only to wait for round two of this winter weather.