News

By Tony McVeigh

Murray, KY – The national mortgage crisis is driving foreclosure rates skyward in some states, but so far, that has not been the case in Kentucky. And as Kentucky Public Radio's Tony McVeigh reports, proactive steps taken by state leaders may be part of the reason why.

By Gabe Bullard

Murray, KY – This year marks the 75th anniversary of the repeal of prohibition, but nearly half of Kentucky is dry. In many areas where alcohol can be sold, so-called blue laws prohibit the sale of spirits on Sundays. Kentucky Public Radio's Gabe Bullard has more.

By Carrie Pond

Murray, KY – For years, residents, business owners, and government officials have been embattled about Lake Barkley's pool levels in the late summer months. Recent activity suggests lake users may be closer to a consensus that could keep everyone a little happier. Carrie Pond has more.

By Kate Lochte

By Kate Lochte

Murray, KY – Murray State University President Randy Dunn singled out Bob Long from the crowd of 500 or so at the fall semester opening meeting. Dr. Long is on campus this year through the auspices of W.K. Kellogg Foundation, whose grants and insight he's brought to Murray over many years as its officer. He tells Kate Lochte how he got here.

By Chad Lampe

Murray, KY – At its peak, over five hundred thousand Kentuckians were without power as remnants of Hurricane Ike swept across the Commonwealth. Downed trees blocked roadways and damaged homes. Now, almost a week later, crews continue to work to clear roads and get power systems restored. Chad Lampe gives us an update on the regional aftermath of the wind storms.

By Todd Hatton

By Jacque Day

By Chad Lampe

Murray, KY – If you can remember the 1992 Democratic National Convention, you might recall a news story about a mobile confessional. Journalists thought it was news; and it was, but not for the reason they thought. Artist and satirist Joey Skaggs was just playing a joke, but one with a point. He spoke at Murray State University last night and Chad Lampe sat down with Skaggs to talk about his art and his point.

By Kate Lochte

Murray, KY – Murray State's student music ensembles concertize for a good cause Saturday, September 20 at 3:30 pm in Lovett Auditorium. Trumpet is Dr. Eric Swisher's teaching focus, and for this "Collage" concert, he and his colleagues concentrate on seamless staging. He and Murray State music student Rebecca Feldhaus describe the concert for Kate Lochte.