Megan Mannering

Lexington, Missoula

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

Bringing some Hoosier hospitality to the Bluegrass. Anchor/reporter for LEX18. Lawn care enthusiast.

Articles

'It's really unfair': Homicide victim's family responds to delay in sentencing

1 week ago | lex18.com | Megan Mannering

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) — The wheels of justice aren't moving fast enough, if you ask the family of Thomas Wideman. In 2023, the 50-year-old man was gunned down and killed outside of his Frankfort apartment. It would take months for U.S. Marshals to arrest the accused killer, Simeyon Johnson. After all this time, the victim’s family hoped they would finally see Johnson sentenced this week, but a new motion from the defense caused another delay in the case.
Class action lawsuit filed against Lexington Blue

1 week ago | lex18.com | Megan Mannering

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — The dominoes are falling as a Kentucky roofing company now faces a class action lawsuit filed in Jefferson County. In March, the Kentucky Attorney General's office announced an investigation into Lexington Blue Incorporated, a multi-state roofing company, following numerous complaints and accusations against the business. Over the weekend, Lexington Blue announced its closure due to financial strain.
52 FCPS students recognized during annual Teacher Signing Day

2 weeks ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Megan Mannering

Share LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — During its second annual Teacher Signing Day, FCPS celebrated high school seniors planning to pursue degrees in education. 52 students gathered at the administration building to celebrate the occasion, marked by a red carpet, special awards, and a keynote speech from Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman.
52 FCPS students recognized during annual Teacher Signing Day

2 weeks ago | lex18.com | Megan Mannering

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — During its second annual Teacher Signing Day, FCPS celebrated high school seniors planning to pursue degrees in education. 52 students gathered at the administration building to celebrate the occasion, marked by a red carpet, special awards, and a keynote speech from Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman.
Lexington-based roofing company shuts down amid investigation

2 weeks ago | lex18.com | Megan Mannering

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Lexington Blue Inc., a roofing company servicing Lexington, Louisville, and Cincinnati, ceased operations over the weekend after months of complaints and accusations reached the Attorney General's office. The company of 10 years touts excellence, integrity, and community care, but one employee tells LEX 18, the experience working at Lexington Blue was marked by red flag after red flag.
Queenslake Farm to host inaugural 'Salute to our Veterans' event on Derby Eve

2 weeks ago | lex18.com | Megan Mannering

GEORGETOWN, Ky. (LEX 18) — As excitement mounts for Derby Day, one local family is focused on the night before. Preparations are underway for the inaugural Salute to Our Veterans, a Derby eve event at Queenslake Farm. Queenslake Horse Farm, Kentucky Wounded Heroes, and American Legion Post 24 are collaborating to host the dinner and concert on May 2 to honor veterans. John and Claire Chmela, owners of Queenslake Farm, have made it their mission to give back to the community.
250 FCPS students get free swim lesson during YMCA Water Safety Day

2 weeks ago | lex18.com | Megan Mannering

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — As summer nears, the YMCA held its annual Water Safety Day on Friday, welcoming 250 FCPS second graders to YMCA locations across Lexington. With the help of 70 volunteers, students learned basic swimming techniques and water safety, like how to float and get out of the water if they’ve fallen in.
Unstoppable with or without: 10-year-old receives specialty bionic hand

3 weeks ago | lex18.com | Megan Mannering

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — On any given day at the Lykins home, you’ll find brothers Eli and Parker shooting hoops, tossing the football, or playing baseball. “Can you go easy so I can beat you?” Eli jokes to his big brother. The smorgasbord of sports keeps the boys busy and their parents on their toes. By all accounts, Eli is your average boy, but when you get to know the 10-year-old, you’ll find that Eli is anything but average.
Canine cognition course leads to adoptions at Lexington Humane Society

3 weeks ago | lex18.com | Megan Mannering

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — A popular course on canine cognition at Transylvania University is a win-win for both students and dogs at the Lexington Humane Society. This semester, 15 students enrolled in the class, taught by Professor Ellen Furlong, which had a waiting list due to its popularity. Students began the semester learning about dog cognition before moving their studies to the Lexington Humane Society, where adoptable dogs were eager to get the attention of hands-on learning.
Canine cognition course leads to adoptions at Lexington Humane Society

3 weeks ago | brnw.ch | Megan Mannering

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — A popular course on canine cognition at Transylvania University is a win-win for both students and dogs at the Lexington Humane Society. This semester, 15 students enrolled in the class, taught by Professor Ellen Furlong, which had a waiting list due to its popularity. Students began the semester learning about dog cognition before moving their studies to the Lexington Humane Society, where adoptable dogs were eager to get the attention of hands-on learning.