Lexington Local Pulse: Drive-by shooting, gun violence forums, cybersecurity job boom, holiday lights display, and more.

Good morning, this is Lexington Local Pulse for Saturday, December 28, 2024. We're starting off the day with some breaking news from the past few days. A brother accused in a drive-by shooting that killed a mother of four is scheduled to appear in court on Monday. This tragic incident has shaken our community, and we'll be following the developments closely. In other news, officials with One Lexington are planning a series of open forums focused on addressing gun violence across the city. These forums aim to bring the community together to discuss solutions and strategies to reduce gun violence. Now, let's take a look at today's job market snapshot. The Lexington Fayette cybersecurity job market is rapidly expanding, with a projected 33% increase in analyst positions for 2024. Major employers like Lexmark, Link-Belt, and Valvoline are actively recruiting, offering competitive salaries averaging around $92,000. This is a great time to enter the field, with over 3,500 current job openings. In real estate news, we don't have any major updates on notable commercial or residential property sales, but we do know that the local tech scene is booming, which could lead to increased demand for housing and office space. From city hall, we have an update on trash collection. If your trash is usually collected on Tuesdays in Lexington, you'll have to wait until your next scheduled pickup date due to the Christmas Eve holiday. Now, let's talk about the weather. It's a cold start to the day, but temperatures will be improving by the afternoon. We're expecting a high of around 45 degrees today, with partly cloudy skies. This should make for a great day to get out and enjoy some of the local holiday events. Speaking of events, we have a few upcoming community events to mention. The University of Kentucky is hosting its December commencements today, with two ceremonies at Rupp Arena in downtown Lexington. And if you're looking for something festive to do, the Jannings family's holiday lights display in Winchester is a must-see. In local school news, we want to congratulate the University of Kentucky's graduates on their achievement. And in sports, Morehead State football has just wrapped up a successful season, with Head Coach Jason Woodman signing a deal to keep him coaching the Eagles through 2028. Now, let's take a look at today's crime report. A Laurel County man is facing multiple charges after suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl were allegedly found in his vehicle during a traffic stop. And in Franklin County, three horses involved in a severe neglect case have been rescued by the Kentucky Humane Society. Finally, we have a feel-good community story to share. The Georgetown Police Department has provided an update on the investigation into the disappearance of Emma R. Smith, a 21-year-old Georgetown College student. While the case is still ongoing, the community has come together to support the family and raise awareness about the importance of s This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.