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There 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.
Local News
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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. -
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. -
Adah HufanaAdding to a growing number of protests throughout the state, people in Lexinton gathered again for the “No Kings Then No Kings Now” protest in honor of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. WUKY’s Adah Hufana has more. -
Adah HufanaPeople from all over Lexington helped expand the city’s tree canopy on Saturday at the annual Reforest the Bluegrass event, WUKY’s Adah Hufana reports.
Radio Shows & Music
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This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Counting Crows (Spaceman In Tulsa), Fontaines D.C. (It's Amazing To Be Young), Suki Waterhouse (Dream Woman), Hurray For The Riff Raff (Pyramid Scheme), Patterson Hood Featuring Waxahatchee (Forks Of Cypress), & Galactic & Irma Thomas (Where I Belong)! -
WUKY Listener and Guest DJ Roger Sturgis joins Joe Conkwright for a special edition of Rock & Roots, blending music from across the decades. -
This week's episode of the Crunkadelic Funk Show featured music from Deva Mahal, HER, Omar Apollo Featuring Daniel Caesar, Erykah Badu, Durand Bernarr Featuring Ari Lennox, Kendrick Lamar SZA, OutKast, & more! -
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Momma (I Want You (Fever)), Dauzat St. Marie (Burn), My Morning Jacket (Squid Ink), Myles Smith (Nice To Meet You), Bon Iver (Everything Is Peaceful Love), & Sabrina Carpenter Featuring Dolly Parton (Please, Please, Please (Remix))!
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This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from ZZ Ward (Love Alive), Moe. (In Stride), Charley Crockett (Lonesome Drifter), JohnnySwim (I'm Alright), & Alison Krauss & Union Station (Looks Like The End Of The Road)!
Podcasts
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PodcastsIn In this episode, Tony & B-Mad recap the Drake & Kendrick beef and have a conversation about Commercialization vs Culture! -
PodcastsJosh and Joe continue their conversation of meal planning - this week focusing on 'Lunch.' Explore the world of sandwich options at the Farmers' Market, and hear Josh's dream sandwich for this time of year. -
What’s it like to navigate Lexington without a car? How do you get to work, do your shopping, get the kids to soccer practice? The Week Without Driving campaign September 30 – October 6, 2024 aims to encourage those who drive regularly to consider the barriers and challenges that non-drivers (up to a third of each community!) face on a daily basis and encourage people to try different modes of transportation during the week. Dr. Greg talks with local bike and pedestrian advocates Alice Hilton and Linda Froehlich about the campaign and how you can sign up to participate. -
PodcastsThis week Joe and Josh discuss breakfast and some of the great produce and products you can get to start your day off just right - including duck and turkey eggs!
Donate your car to WUKY. It's simple, hassle-free, and a great way to help fund your favorite public radio station.
WUKY is giving away five pairs of tickets to see Black Violin at the Lexington Opera House on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 7:30 PM!
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2024-2025 Meetings
Location: WUKY - Studio 49
- March 12, 2025, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm