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Datebook: January 31 - Jackie Robinson Turns 94

Bob Sandberg, LOOK Magazine
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Jackie Robinson broke the baseball color line when he debuted with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947, becoming the first black Major League Baseball player in the modern era. He was a great player, too: six World Series, six All-Star Games, Rookie of the Year, MVP, and inducted into the Hall of Fame.

It’s Thursday, January 31

Murray State University hosts ACT Prep workshops in Murray and Paducah this Saturday from 9 to 1.  The cost is $55 and includes a workbook.  Both workshops cover parts of the test, strategies, tips, review, understanding grading, practice problems, and more.  Advance registration is required atmurraystate.edu/actprep.

The Gospel Mission Worship Center in Reidland hosts a free clothing and food pantry giveaway on Saturday from 11 to 2.  The church is located at 6905 Benton Road, across from Trader’s Mall.  For more information, call (270) 217-3470.

Land Between the Lakes hosts Bald Eagle Viewing Excursions this Saturday and Sunday from 1:30 to 5.  The van tours depart from the Golden Pond Visitor Center.  Moderate walking is required; be sure to dress for the weather.  Make a reservation by calling 270-924-2020.

See more community events at wkms.org.  Thanks for listening.

Kala Dunn is a native of Princeton, Ky. She’s a 2006 graduate of the Interlochen Arts Academy with a concentration in flute performance and a 2010 graduate of Murray State University with a B.M. in piano performance. She lives in Hamlin, Ky.
Matt Markgraf joined the WKMS team as a student in January 2007. He's served in a variety of roles over the years: as News Director March 2016-September 2019 and previously as the New Media & Promotions Coordinator beginning in 2011. Prior to that, he was a graduate and undergraduate assistant. He is currently the host of the international music show Imported on Sunday nights at 10 p.m.
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