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Datebook: September 25 - Christopher Reeve Turns 60

He was best known as Superman, and a Hollywood 'hearthrob' until tragically being thrown from a horse in 1995. Christopher Reeve (1952-2004) spent his final years lobbying for spinal cord injury and stem cell research. In a way, he never stopped being Superman.

It’s Tuesday, September 25

Participants in the Eagles Photography Show are honored tonight at a reception in the Graves County Schools’ Performing Arts Center Gallery.  The community is invited to view the photographs.  The reception begins at 6.  The Performing Arts Center is next to Graves County High School.

McCracken County teenagers interested in participating in Teen Board are invited to an informational meeting tomorrow afternoon at 3:30 at the Paducah Recreation Center.  The Teen Board plans programs, events, and community service projects for teens while promoting wellness, character development, and civic leadership.  For more information, call 444-8508.

West Kentucky Community and Technical College welcomes Flamenco Talk to the college’s annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration.  The arts organization combines colorful costumes, singing, guitar playing, and dancing.  There’s a free public performance tomorrow at 1PM in the Clemens Fine Arts Center. 

Find more community events at wkms.org, where you can learn more about supporting public radio.  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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