LEXINGTON — Keeneland Race Course is now a site for COVID-19 surge testing, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Wednesday.
What You Need To Know
- Keeneland to offer COVID-19 surge testing
- Surge testing available in Kentucky thanks to partnership with HHS
- PCR test results available within two, three days
“We are seeing an alarming rise in coronavirus cases across the commonwealth and, unfortunately, Fayette County has emerged as one of the hardest-hit areas,” Beshear said. “We need everyone to do their part as a member of Team Kentucky to slow the spread of this deadly virus. Surge testing gives us a real chance to halt this spread. These tests are free, so there are no barriers. Get tested: Do it for yourself, for your family and for your community.”
Surge testing is underway across Kentucky, thanks to a partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
“We are thankful for Gov. Beshear for bringing additional testing to Lexington,” Mayor Linda Gorton said. “The new location at Keeneland will provide additional support to those seeking COVID-19 testing. There are now numerous sites where the public can get free testing, and we hope everyone will take advantage of these services.”
For Louisvillians, surge testing is available at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
Those who use surge testing can expect their PCR test results within two or three days, in addition to a free pack of five cloth face coverings from HHS. Appointments are required and can be made online.
You can receive your test at Keeneland between Monday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Use the Keeneland Gate 1 access, at Versailles Road and Man O' War Boulevard, to access the Keene Barn parking lot test site, 4201 Versailles Road.
All Kentuckians are welcome at these sites, but there are currently more than 350 testing sites across Kentucky.
Haeli Spears is a digital producer with Spectrum News 1 KY. She is a recent graduate of the University of Louisville and joined the staff in May, 2020.