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.
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After help from the community, a Clark County family was able to raise the funds needed to give a Vietnam veteran the goodbye he deserves. But the family said they didn’t get enough help from the obvious source—the VA.
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We’re still seeing a surge of COVID-19 in the Commonwealth.
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On this 20th anniversary of 9/11, we all remember the deadliest terror attack on US soil. Cities across the nation are holding services in honor of nearly 3,000 lives lost, and Lexington is no different.
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People at the Madison County Health Department said the incidence rate for COVID-19 had been steadily increasing since the end of July.
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The good news is Dr. Stanton said he’s beginning to see a plateau in new cases in other states.
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A Lexington-based company is helping the hard-hit communities of Louisiana recover after Hurricane Katrina. 16 years after Hurricane Katrina and one year after Hurricane Laura, Louisiana is once again picking up the pieces. Hundreds of thousands of people are still without power.
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Saturday afternoon, Big Blue Nation has its first football game with full capacity at Kroger Field in two years. It isn’t sold out. Still, tens of thousands of people are to cheer on that Cats as they play the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks. With rising covid cases, fans may notice some new safety measures.
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For the first time in two years, we’re seeing a football game day with full capacity in Lexington. Kickoff is at noon Saturday when the Kentucky Wildcats will take on the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks. With rising covid cases, fans may notice some new safety measures.
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In his Monday briefing, Governor Andy Beshear reported last week was the highest ever for COVID cases in Kentucky. Unlike earlier in the pandemic, it’s our younger age groups with the highest incidence rates.
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As COVID-19 cases continue to surge in Kentucky, hospitals are filling up quickly. At St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, a tent is now up after an overflow of capacity.
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The fire broke out early Sunday morning on Main Street in downtown Clay City.
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In 2020 almost 2,000 people died of an overdose in the Commonwealth, according to the Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy. Saturday, a non-profit in Lexington held an event to show support for everyone affected by substance abuse disorder.
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This year, lawmakers passed a bill limiting districts to 10 days of NTI. There's pressure for the General Assembly to hold a special session to approve more of these virtual days.
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Live music is making a comeback, as the annual Railbird Music Festival kicks off Saturday. But as COVID-19 cases rise, health experts are skeptical of large gatherings.
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Tim Parsons was the lead pastor at Center Point Church.
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Just this morning, the US gave full approval to the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. The FDA gives the shot a strong endorsement saying the public can be confident it meets high standards for safety and effectiveness.
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It's been another violent weekend in Lexington. Early Saturday morning, police got reports of two shootings within half an hour of each other. One of these shootings, at the Waffle House on South Broadway, was deadly.
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For more than 40 years, the Woodland Art Fair has come to Lexington in August. But, in 2020 it was canceled due to COVID-19. This summer, Woodland Park will once again be transformed with art, food vendors, and live entertainment.
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Lee County Judge-Executive Chuck Caudill says the three days will allow for enough time to get tests results back. He says they’re acting with of caution, but are not dragging their feet either.
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Throughout the pandemic, we know churches have had to adapt. Many of them opting for virtual services, even after Governor Beshear lifted restrictions. Now, Center Point Church in Lexington is coming together after their lead pastor’s been hospitalized with the virus.
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Governor Beshear is sounding the alarm after a major covid case increase fueled by the Delta variant. Friday he reported 4,000 new COVID-19 cases, one of our highest increases yet. But in Lexington, we’re heading into weeks with events and gatherings.
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The surge of new COVID-19 cases continues in Kentucky. We’re also seeing an increase in the number of people getting the vaccine, even in some of the counties where vaccination rates are the lowest
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Monday, the Bluegrass Fencers' Club welcomed home a newly crowned Olympic champion.
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In June, the mask mandate ended in Kentucky. Now the Governor is asking for masks in public indoor places, even for the fully vaccinated.
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On Saturday, Fayette County Public Schools partnered with the YMCA to get students prepared for the classroom. The "Back-to-School Rally" provided 5,500 students with backpacks full of goodies.
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Viewers say homes have been washed off of their foundations.
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The Kentucky Brotherhood Ride aims to remember first responders who lost their lives in the line of duty.
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Researchers at UK say minority groups are historically less likely to get vaccinated for a number of reasons. One of them is medical mistrust.
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As the Delta variant of COVID-19 spreads quickly, state and federal officials are working out how to combat it. Governor Andy Beshear says more mandates are not out of the question.
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The track and field community came together Saturday to remember Lexington teenager Trinity Gay who tragically lost her life due to gun violence in 2016. Trinity was a sprinter for the Lexington Blazin’ Cats. She was also the daughter of Olympian track and field athlete, and American record holder, Tyson Gay.
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As we return to a sense of pre-pandemic life, new variants and breakthrough cases are emerging. In the Lake Cumberland area, the district health department reports a 70% increase in cases just this week.
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Experts are reporting increasing breakthrough cases of COVID-19. This means people who are fully vaccinated, with enough time after their last shot to build immunity, are still catching the virus.
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Woodford County has had to combine routes, and some schools have even had to adjust their starting or ending times.
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Georgetown police are calling one Creekside Elementary School student a hero. After a woman was missing from Dover Manor Assisted Living, 10-year-old Alex Aguilar helped return her to safety.
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Christopher Roberts has been charged with murder and tampering with physical evidence.
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The Berea Craft Festival celebrated its 40th year in person with vendors from across the country. The highly anticipated event was virtual last year due to the pandemic.
The Delta variant of COVID-19 is now the most dominant form of the virus in the US. Experts say it has a heavier viral load, allowing it to spread quickly. In Kentucky, doctors are paying attention to vaccination rates as Delta continues to spread.
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Jerry’s, a family-owned restaurant in Paris, is celebrating its 60th anniversary. The restaurant has a management staff with 100 years of experience at the location combined.
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People across Lexington may have noticed rent is getting pricier. City officials say this is a positive but explain it can be hard to balance growth with the cost of living.
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After almost a year and a half of fighting COVID-19, the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department is reporting decreasing case numbers in Lexington.
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We’re getting more information about a disturbance call on Boone Place on Friday, resulting in 41 dogs and two children being relocated.
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The Fourth of July is less than two weeks away. While it’s a time for celebration and patriotism, the Lexington Fire Department is asking people to remember to celebrate safely.
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The CDC expects the delta variant of the coronavirus to become the most dominant strain here in the U.S.
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The five veterans rode on a B-25 twin-engine bomber plane in a tour around the area Sunday.
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For Kentuckians celebrating Juneteenth, this year could feel momentous. They’ll be celebrating it as a federal holiday for the first time. The event in Midway featured performances and vendors.
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The Stanton Parks and Rec Board says the fight broke out among parents and coaches.
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While Crown Recovery Center started taking clients in November of last year, the official ribbon-cutting ceremony was Monday afternoon.
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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.
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Sav’s owner Mamadou Savane said it means it’s time for him to prepare.
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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.