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At Catholic masses across the globe and here in Central Kentucky, parishioners lifted their voices Monday in song and prayer in honor of the late Pontiff.
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tong2530 - stock.adobe.com/351526174Labor unions in Kentucky predict workers will face more threats as the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health is dismantled. -
Adah Hufana/WUKYThe research of more than 90 college and high school students was put on display at the University of Kentucky College of Public Health’s third annual showcase. -
KETKentucky's Supreme Court made history late last week, swearing in Justice Pamela Goodwine — the first Black woman elected to serve on the commonwealth's high court. -
Andrew Harnik/AP/APRepublican Sixth District Congressman Andy Barr is gearing up for a campaign announcement that could officially make the GOP primary for Sen. Mitch McConnell's seat a two-man race — for now. -
Karyn Czar/WUKYThere was a steady rain and birds chirping as the church bells at Saint Paul's Catholic Church in Downtown Lexington rang out on Monday morning. Inside, a memorial was already placed near the altar by Stan "JR" Zarkowski, a pastoral associate and director of LGBTQ ministries. -
Downloads - stock.adobe.com/967338576Dozens of mine safety field offices in Kentucky and across the country would close under a proposal by the federal Department of Government Efficiency.
Radio Shows & Music
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This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Lo Moon (Water), Ben Okafor & The Liberators (Beware Of The Snake), Camera Obscura (Big Love), X Ambassadors (No Strings), J Mascis (Right Behind You), Rett Madison (Flea Market), & Paramore (Burning Down The House)! -
The 66th Grammy Awards were presented last night in Los Angeles! Did any of your favorites win? The full list of winners is below! -
“JOHN LEE HOOKER: JUMP THE BOOGIE” Originally broadcast 01/19, 2024One of the certified masters of blues guitar – from the Mississippi delta to Memphis, Detroit, Chicago, San Francisco, and all around the world – a tremendous blues ambassador with a unique and distinctive voice and style. -
Hip-Hop and visual artist Tony Wavy elevates Lexington's scene with his positive message of love and community. He joins Rock & Roots afternoon host Joe Conkwright for conversation and a sample of his sound. -
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from The Red Clay Strays (Wondering Why), Chestnut Grove (Da Freakness), Tyler Ramsey (These Ghosts), Khurangbin (A Love International), Paula Cole (The Replacements & Dinosaur Jr), Mumford & Sons Featuring Pharrell Williams (Good People), & Norah Jones (Running)!
Podcasts
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The Kentucky Cancer Action Plan (KY CAP) is the state’s blueprint for cancer prevention and control by 2030. It was developed with the input of over 100 Kentucky Cancer Consortium (KCC) partners from across the Commonwealth. The KY CAP gives partners and communities a voice, provides evidence-based strategies, and can be used to inform policy change. It communicates the shared vision for all Kentuckians to have the ability to reduce their cancer risk, detect cancer early, access quality treatment and support for survivors and caregivers. Dr. Greg talks one-on-one with Elaine Russell, Coordinator of the Kentucky Cancer Consortium about the first update the program has seen for 10 years. -
PodcastsDr. Abeni El-Amin and Terry Dumphord present the next episode of The Ricochet Effect: Voices. -
In this week's edition of Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine, Lindsay Ragsdale, M.D., chief medical officer for Kentucky Children’s Hospital, discusses the importance of bringing your child in for regular well-child visits and keeping them up to date with vaccinations. -
PodcastsBurney Jenkins (he/him), Mayor of Georgetown, KY, discusses his background as an educator, the importance of mentorship, and lifelong values.
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