Lexington, Kentucky Media Landscape Overview

eMM Media Monitoring Solutions in Lexington, Kentucky

The Lexington DMA spans horse industry, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. Broadcasters lead on severe weather, flooding, road conditions, and public services; OTA viewing is complemented by CTV and mobile alerts.

Regional & Community Coverage

Affiliates emphasize weather, transportation, and investigations; public media extend statewide reporting and education.

Mobile and social deliver fast updates on closures, detours, and school news.

Leading Television Channels

ABC/CBS/NBC/FOX (local affiliates): Daypart newscasts, severe weather, and sports.
KET (Kentucky Educational Television): Educational programming and civic forums.
CW/MyNetworkTV: Syndicated entertainment and local magazine shows.

Major Radio Broadcasting Networks

News/Talk: Weather, traffic, and community affairs.
Country/Rock/AC/CHR: Music formats with local remotes.
Public Radio: Statewide news and arts.

Media Consumption Patterns & Audience Behavior

Broadcast Reliability

OTA TV remains essential for severe weather and school closings; local sports/events drive weekend peaks.

Streaming & Mobile

CTV apps and push alerts extend reach; short‑form clips sustain engagement beyond evening newscasts.

Market Metrics & Industry Statistics

Key DMA metrics for Lexington, Kentucky
Indicator	Latest Figure	Source
DMA profile	Bluegrass DMA with strong news habits	Nielsen DMA Rankings
Platform mix	Broadcast + CTV + mobile alerts	Nielsen Gauge
Key drivers	Severe weather, roads, schools, economy	Station reports

Media Trust & Consumer Preferences

Local Trust

Meteorologists and community anchors sustain loyalty; timely alerts lead engagement.

Preferences

Live weather, preps, and family entertainment dominate attention.

Sources

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