News Summary
The Rotary Club of Lexington is gearing up for its 14th Annual Dancing with the Lexington Stars fundraiser on May 10, 2025, at The Carrick House. This event will feature prominent local personalities, including news anchors and celebrity dancers, all competing to raise funds for the Lexington Rotary Club Endowment Fund. This year’s beneficiary is Baby Health. The event will be live-streamed, enhancing accessibility and community engagement.
Lexington Prepares for 14th Annual Dancing with the Lexington Stars Fundraiser
The Rotary Club of Lexington has announced the upcoming 14th Annual Dancing with the Lexington Stars fundraiser, set to take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at The Carrick House. This popular event aims to raise funds for the Lexington Rotary Club Endowment Fund, with Baby Health as this year’s featured beneficiary.
This year’s edition will showcase a competition featuring prominent local personalities, including on-air news anchors from ABC36, FOX 56, LEX18, and WKYT. The event will be live-streamed by Studio 46 Media, making it accessible to a wider audience via the website DanceLexStars.com.
Celebrity Participants and Competition Structure
The competition will highlight celebrity dancers Hunter Lisle and Elesha Burkhart from Arthur Murray Dance Studios, alongside Edyta Sliwinska, a well-known figure from the television series Dancing with the Stars. Additionally, renowned dance instructor Anna Trebunskaya is set to join the event as a guest judge.
Two trophies will be awarded during the event: The Judges Champion, determined by a panel of celebrity judges, and The People’s Champion, awarded to the dancer who raises the most funds leading up to the event.
Profile of Celebrity Dancers
A diverse group of local celebrities will be competing in this year’s event:
- Monica Owens, a former athlete and Miss LMU, has a deep-rooted passion for both basketball and ballroom dancing.
- Whittney Allen, serving as the Director of Foundation Marketing and Communications for Appalachian Regional Healthcare, is a former Miss Kentucky United States and recognized as a Kentucky Colonel.
- Mariah Congedo, a News Anchor/Reporter at WKYT, has been dancing from a young age and is returning to the event after participating in previous editions.
- Leah Anderson, an entrepreneur and occupational therapist, founded Thrive Therapies, offering specialized therapy services.
- Josh McCurn, a real estate professional and former member of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council, emphasizes community development.
- Todd Ziegler, President of Republic Bank for Central Kentucky, plays an active role in local boards and organizations.
- Allison Fliehman, the Marketing Director for Clark’s Pump-N-Shop, has been engaged in various charitable initiatives.
- Josh Kattus, a tight end for the University of Kentucky Football team and a Dean’s List student, won the competition in the last edition.
- Art Hubbard, founder of Hubbard Mechanical, will participate alongside his wife, Stephanie, who is the HR and Financial Director for the company. Their involvement also marks their 25th wedding anniversary.
The Impact of the Event
The Dancing with the Lexington Stars event has become a cornerstone fundraising initiative for the Rotary Club, allowing them to support various community projects through the Endowment Fund. This year’s collaboration with Baby Health highlights the organization’s commitment to enhancing the well-being of young families within the Lexington community.
Engagement from local personalities ensures that the event attracts a diverse audience, bridging community interests in arts and local philanthropy. As participants prepare for this exciting competition, the Rotary Club looks forward to another successful event centered around fun, dance, and charitable giving.
Conclusion
With preparations underway, the 14th Annual Dancing with the Lexington Stars promises to deliver an entertaining evening for all attendees while significantly contributing to community welfare. Enthusiasts are encouraged to mark their calendars for May 10, 2025, and join in supporting local causes.
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- WKYT: Bret Anderson Rotary Club – Dancing with Lexington Stars
- Knox News: Lexington Kid Dancing Star at Tennessee-Florida Game
- Kentucky.com: Dancing with the Lexington Stars Overview
- Google Search: Dancing with the Stars
- Google Scholar: Dancing with the Lexington Stars
