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Pen Pals from the Past: Class of 2024 to receive letters from first semester

  • April 26, 2024
Far left to right: Mason Galemore, Ben Overby Not pictured: Jakob Milani

As the spring 2024 semester draws to a close, some graduating seniors will soon be receiving a letter from the past in their inbox. During their freshman year at Murray State, seniors Jakob Milani, Mason Galemore, Ben Overby and Scottlynn…

Categories: Podcasts, SP 24, Stories

“An Unusual Phenomenon”: Graves County Eclipse Party Brings National Attention

  • April 9, 2024
Photo by Leigh Landini Wright

Around 31.6 million people across eleven states were able to see this year’s total solar eclipse. Among those hotspots was Melber Kentucky, a rural town roughly forty minutes away from Murray. The Mayfield-Graves County Tourism Commission and Melber Civic Club…

Categories: 2024 Solar Eclipse, Podcasts, SP 24

Black Student Hairstylists Bring Confidence and Solidarity to Campus

  • March 27, 2024

For many Black students, Murray offers scarce options in styling in haircare. While there are many hairstylists and salons in this area, very few specialize in the unique needs of afro-textured hair. Two students have partnered together to fill in…

Categories: Podcasts, SP 24, Stories

Reach People Where They Are: Community Leaders Focus on Relationships amid Fatigue

  • March 2, 2024
Photo taken by West KY NOW

Voters in Kentucky will face some important decisions when election season starts this November; in addition to the next President, Kentuckians will vote in members for the House of Representatives and legislators within the State Senate and House. Even a…

Categories: Podcasts, SP 24, Stories

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