Mike Berk

Kentucky

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

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A fighting spirit: RD One Distillery ready to make a splash

1 day ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Turner Commons Way is still very much under construction, but the one building that has risen out of the ground is set to open to the public tomorrow. “Like a weight has been lifted. It has been a monumental task to get to where we are,” said Registered Distillery One CEO, Mike Tetterton, following Tuesday’s ribbon-cutting ceremony. RD One, its developers believe, will offer an experience that’ll be different from those along Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail.
Lexington Mayor Gorton honors law enforcement for National Police Week

2 days ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — 63 years ago, President John F. Kennedy Jr. designated May 15th as a day of remembrance for the nation’s fallen peace officers as part of National Police Week. That tradition continues, and this year’s version began in Lexington on Monday morning. “My message to all of our public safety officials is simple: it’s a deep thank you.
Graduation weekend at UK: Dr. Capilouto tells grads there can be beauty in altered plans

5 days ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — More than 4,000 graduating University of Kentucky students will be attending various commencement ceremonies this weekend, and each will be leaving the school with a diploma and some choices to make about the future. “Very rewarding. I know that UK has provided me with the tools to succeed in any scenario, so I’m really excited for the future,” said Sammy Tate of Lebanon, Kentucky.
'Class in a Box' aids new teachers with classroom supplies

6 days ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

RICHMOND, Ky. (LEX 18) — The College of Education at Eastern Kentucky University is set to send more than 100 new teachers into schools across the state and region this year, and they'll be well equipped with supplies to begin their new careers. “She [Brandy Blackburn] heard from students that were going into their classrooms, that they didn't have the supplies they needed,” Dr. Elizabeth Smith, the College of Education Dean said.
Real ID rolls out on Wednesday at the Blue Grass Airport in Lexington

1 week ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Air travelers had 20 years to prepare for this day. It was back in 2005 under President George W. Bush, and in the aftermath of 9/11, when Americans were first presented with the concept of a “Real ID” driver’s license that would be a requirement for air travel. “We've definitely had a smooth process today, so we're happy that all of our passengers are getting through,” said Amy Caudill, the Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Blue Grass Airport in Lexington.
New courthouse to open Monday: 2-year renovation is completed

1 week ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

RICHMOND, Ky. (LEX 18) — Two years and 17 million dollars later, the work is done at the Madison County Circuit Courthouse. “It will be open for business next Monday,” said County Judge/Executive Reagan Taylor. Taylor offered LEX 18 a tour of the entire facility, which he knows inside and out. He highlighted every new detail, including the brackets used to mount a new handrail.
Harlan Poor Man’s Derby Party: Annual fundraiser set for Friday night

2 weeks ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — 2025's Poor Man’s Harlan County Derby Eve Party hits close to home for the event’s founder, Bill Morgan. “About 5 months ago, my son’s mother died of ovarian cancer,” Mr. Morgan explained while wearing his customary blue-tinted sunglasses. Morgan founded this event a half century ago, giving it this name for a good reason. “Us poor people from Harlan, we had to have a place to party, so the party started there,” he said of its roots.
The Derby at Keeneland: Track to host annual watch party

2 weeks ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — For those who aren’t able or willing to travel to Churchill Downs for Saturday’s Kentucky Derby, Keeneland offers a nice Plan B. “We have general admission tickets for just 10 dollars,” said Keeneland’s Senior Vice President of Community Relations, Kara Heissenbuttel. “You can come spend all day with us or just pop in as it gets closer to Derby. We'll have live music, food trucks, a hat contest, and children’s activities with pony rides,” she added.
The extra mile: Local gaming venue ready for a big Derby Day

2 weeks ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — From the moment you walk into the Red Mile gaming facility in Lexington, you realize this place will also be a fun place to be for all the races at Churchill Downs this weekend. “Come in, hang out, have a drink, just see the action. It's part of the excitement of Derby Day in Kentucky,” said Catherine Mary Jones, the Vice President of Operations for Red Mile.
Lexington student describes meeting Pope Francis 2 weeks before his death

3 weeks ago | lex18.com | Mike Berk

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — The Geertz family will take vacations in the future, but the one they just returned from is going to be impossible to top. “I met the Pope and shook his hand, he asked me my name and said, ‘nice to meet you,’” Ethan Geertz said just hours after the news broke that Pope Francis died at the age of 88. The Pope had just been released from the hospital when the Geertz family visited Italy and began to tour St. Peter’s Basilica. They had no idea what was about to happen.