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Datebook: March 11 - Janet Reno Confirmed Attorney General 20 Years Ago

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On this day in 1993, Janet Reno became the first woman to serve as Attorney General and would eventually become the second longest serving Attorney General after William Wirt (in 1829). In 2009, the American Judicature Society awarded her their highest honor for "her commitment to improving our systems of justice."

It’s Monday, March 11

The McCracken County Public Library hosts “Gross to Great! Picking Produce for Your Family’s Health and Wallet.”  The free class is tonight at 6.  Registered dietitian Laura Duff teaches participants how to tackle unfamiliar tastes, boost their families’ health, and lower grocery bills.  For more information, call 270-442-1166.

The Murray Human Rights Commission invites all residents of Murray and Calloway County to participate in a Town Hall Meeting tonight at 7 at Murray Middle School.  The public forum addresses bullying in our community.

The Homeplace at Land Between the Lakes holds a volunteer workday Saturday.  Once the workday is over, stay for the scheduled blacksmithing program and enjoy the rest of the day on the farm.  Registration is required by calling (270) 924-2007.

See more community events at wkms.org, where you can learn how to make a financial contribution to your public radio home.  Thank you.

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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