LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — On Friday, Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton appointed Lisa Higgins-Hord the new councilmember for the sixth district. The action marks the second time that Mayor Gorton has named the University of Kentucky administrator to the council, according to city officials.

“Lisa is a proven leader. She did a great job as a councilmember in 2020, a very trying time for the community because of the pandemic,” Gorton said. “I am confident, with her strengths and background, she will once again do an excellent job for the District, and for the entire community.”

Following the announcement, officials reported that Higgins-Hord was sworn into office and took the oath by Kentucky Supreme Court Justice Pamela Goodwine.

“During my time on council, I will be committed to working alon

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