SUMMARY: Central and Eastern Kentucky will experience summer-like warmth this weekend, with dry, sunny skies and afternoon highs climbing into the mid to upper 80s Saturday and possibly reaching 90°F Sunday. The upper-level ridge will keep heat building, making outdoor activities warm but enjoyable with low humidity. Friday continues the pattern of warm, dry weather, offering pleasant conditions for high school football games with temperatures cooling into the 70s at night. This hot, dry trend is expected to persist into next week, with highs in the low 90s and increasing drought concerns due to limited rainfall in the coming weeks.

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SUMMARY: Jaylin Andre Clark, 25, a Lexington man with prior felony convictions, faces federal charges for illegal firearm possession after a violent carjacking and police chase. Officials say Clark carjacked a driver at gunpoint in Valley Park, stealing a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu and the victim’s phone. The victim tracked the vehicle, which was later abandoned. Clark fled a nearby building, firing a weapon at officers, who returned fire. He was captured, surrendering a .300 Blackout American Tactical Omni Hybrid pistol. Clark’s felony record includes recent convictions for receiving a stolen firearm and theft over $10,000. He remains in custody awaiting court proceedings.

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SUMMARY: Bourbon and Beyond festival, held at the Kentucky Expo Center, features a new layout with twice the space of last year, spanning 2.4 million square feet. The festival grounds have moved to the other side, allowing more room between stages and larger general admission and VIP areas. New additions include expanded VIP structures, bigger video walls, bourbon-themed bars, and Kentucky Kingdom rides (excluding the water park) open in the afternoons. A downtown shuttle service from the convention center runs daily from 9 a.m., easing transportation. Organizers highlight this unique festival experience as a proud celebration of Kentucky culture.

What fans can expect at Bourbon and Beyond with new layout, added features

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