Evan Leake

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Anchor and Reporter at WLEX-TV (Lexington, KY)

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Centuries of history on tap at Sig Luscher Brewery

6 days ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) — The last seven years have been a whirlwind for Tim Luscher. Living in New York at the time, he flew into Kentucky to see a friend in a movie that ultimately never happened. Those busted plans led to an unexpected opportunity being born. "I met up with some friends and the story of the brewery got brought up. I made a statement that 'if these things happen, I'll reopen the brewery.' The next day, as it would happen, they did happen," Luscher said.
Archeologists help dig deeper into history of Henry Clay Estate

1 week ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — The pursuit of uncovering history is never ending. There is always more to uncover about the past and technology of today can help unearth our roots. Cultural Research Analysts is on the hunt for history everyday, using tools like a gradiometer. "It measures the Earth's kinetic field and any magnetic fields that are local. Anything that's in the ground may produce a magnetic field.
A year after historic Derby-Oaks double, trainer Kenny McPeek reflects on career milestone

1 week ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

(LEX 18) — For trainer Kenny McPeek, the past year has been a whirlwind of celebrations and commemorations after achieving one of horse racing's rarest feats – winning both the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks in the same year. "I don't know how many different memorabilia and bourbon bottles and prints and programs and things like that. It's a real honor. I think if that's the price I've got to pay for a historic achievement then that's fine," said McPeek.
Kentucky shop owner shares passion for Derby memorabilia with collectors worldwide

1 week ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

(LEX 18) — A small shop in Mt. Washington, Kentucky, has become a destination for Kentucky Derby enthusiasts looking for memorabilia from racing's most famous event. "We're at Kentucky Derby & Sports Memorabilia located in Mt. Washington, Kentucky. Business is still going and running. We're thriving right now and having a good time," said Witt. Steve Witt started his store almost nine years ago, settling into his new Mount Washington location last year.
Behind the scenes: The data keepers of horse racing that track every move at Keeneland

1 week ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

(LEX 18) — While spectators cheer from the grandstands at Keeneland, a crucial operation unfolds high above the track where chart callers meticulously document every moment of each race. Mitch Gerson and Matthew Metz serve as chart callers for Keeneland races, working for Equibase, the official data provider for the thoroughbred industry in North America. "The best way to explain it is we are the data keepers for the horse racing industry.
Churchill Downs brings roaring 20s to life

1 week ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (LEX 18) — Churchill Downs kicked off Derby week with a blast from the past, as the sounds of the roaring 20s filled the iconic racetrack on opening night. Performers dressed as iconic characters brought the 1920s era to life, mingling with guests and creating an immersive experience. "A lot of fabulous flapper dolls and gals that I've seen mixing around at the bar. I told them to meet me out on the dance floor later.
UK alums share love story to support MS awareness

1 month ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — True love is a tricky thing. We hear about it throughout life but finding it is far from easy, some may never get that feeling. For those lucky enough to attain it, they can normally trace it back to a particular moment. In the case of the Jeff and Marietta Baxter, that moment takes us back in time 35 years to the University of Kentucky. “The roommates that I had set up a game night with Marietta and some of her roommates that I had no idea about," Jeff Baxter said.
Step into the sand with Eastern Kentucky University's beach volleyball team

1 month ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

Let's start with a couple questions. First off, who wouldn't want to spend every day in the sun and sand? Most of us probably have the same answer. Secondly, would you expect to find that sand in Richmond, Kentucky? Again, we all likely agree that would be unlikely. However, you just have to head to Eastern Kentucky University and behind the baseball field you'll find three full sand volleyball courts.
School leaders and law enforcement come together to feed Clark County students

1 month ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

WINCHESTER, Ky. (LEX 18) — The Clark County School District established long ago a mission to keep their students fed in and out of the classroom. That's how their backpack program developed over a decade ago. “The community has been very generous in helping with our backpack program, Strode Station family resource center coordinator Ros Gay said. The school district asks for food donations from the community, from snacks like granola bars to non-perishables like canned goods.
Lexington woman shares lung cancer journey to encourage early screenings

1 month ago | lex18.com | Evan Leake

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — It came out of nowhere for Elizabeth Williams. Life-changing news started with what seemed like a simple cough. "I had a cough in 2019. It just wouldn't go away. Finally ended up getting a chest x-ray and then a CT scan and a diagnosis in August 2020," Williams said. The diagnosis was lung cancer, leading to surgery to remove a tumor. Understandably, it led Williams to worry about how much time she had left. "It was concerning.

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