Top-read Lexington stories this week: Veteran TV anchor departs, UK snags commit

From a longtime TV anchor’s departure to a contentious vote on a mental health clinic, here are the top-read stories by subscribers of the Lexington Herald-Leader this week.

FOX 56 parts ways with veteran anchor

Marvin Bartlett, a five-time regional Emmy winner, says the Lexington station will not renew his contract when it expires in mid-June after more than 30 years. Bartlett said veteran anchors are being cut at Nexstar-owned stations nationwide.

UK basketball lands a transfer portal commitment

Washington sophomore point guard Zoom Diallo, ranked No. 26 in the portal by 247Sports, committed to Kentucky after averaging 15.7 points and 4.5 assists per game for the Huskies. Point guard was the Wildcats’ top position of need this offseason.

Chevy Chase mental health clinic approved

The Lexington Board of Adjustment voted 4-2 to approve a permit for Roaring Brook’s proposed 52-bed inpatient mental health facility at 319 Duke Road after a nearly six-hour meeting in which nearly 40 people gave public comment, with most neighbors opposing the project.

City identifies 6 problems in winter storm response

Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton announced a review of Lexington’s Winter Storm Fern response found a lack of a clearly defined operational strategy. Her proposed budget will include $5.1 million for winter weather management.

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