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WUKY's 75th Anniversary Celebration

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WUKY @wuky.org · 4h

Hear the late Susan #Stamberg, NPR's "founding mother," speak during her visit to WUKY in 2015.

On October 17, WUKY marked 75 years on the air with a special presentation at our new studios by NPR founding mother Susan Stamberg, UK Opera director…

Kentucky ranks near the bottom nationally for how well Medicare serves its beneficiaries

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WUKY @wuky.org · 4h

“The report uncovers wide gaps in healthcare access, cost, and quality," said Dr. Joseph Betancourt, president of The Commonwealth Fund.

Story by @claywallace.bsky.social.

Every year, The Commonwealth Fund releasees their State Scorecard on Medicare Performance. This year, Kentucky ranks 49 out of 51 - above only Mississippi and Louisiana.

NPR 'founding mother' Susan Stamberg has died

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WUKY @wuky.org · 4h

Susan #Stamberg, an original National Public Radio staffer who went on to become the first U.S. woman to anchor a nightly national news program, died Thursday at the age of 87.

Susan Stamberg, an original National Public Radio staffer who went on to become the first U.S. woman to anchor a nightly national news program, has died.

Lexington protesters prep for 'No Kings' rally as tense atmosphere brings new concerns

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WUKY @wuky.org · 4h

An organizer with this Saturday's #NoKings rally in Lexington says both a sense of urgency and worries about publicly demonstrating are coloring the first nationwide "No Kings" event since June.

An organizer with this Saturday's "No Kings" rally in Lexington says both a sense of urgency and worries about publicly demonstrating are coloring the first nationwide "No Kings" event since June.

UK's Sanders-Brown Center on Aging has received NIH funding for four decades. The director is 'confident' that will continue

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WUKY @wuky.org · 10h

UK's Sanders-Brown Center on Aging has received NIH funding for four decades. The director is "confident" that will continue, despite federal uncertainty.

The head of the University of Kentucky's Sanders-Brown Center on Aging says she's optimistic the center will continue receiving funding from the National Institutes of Health, which has supported the ...

University debt collection debate heats up in Frankfort

WUKY @wuky.org · 1d

A decision by the Kentucky Department of Revenue to focus on state tax collection over university debt collection is causing consternation among Kentucky lawmakers.

A decision by the Kentucky Department of Revenue to focus on state tax collection over university debt collection is causing consternation among Kentucky lawmakers.

State lawmakers envision 'Charlie Kirk Day' in Kentucky

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Josh James ☯️ @joshjameswuky.bsky.social · 2d

#CharlieKirk Day in Kentucky? These lawmakers want to make it happen.

Two Kentucky lawmakers hope to pass legislation naming October 14th "Charlie Kirk Day" in the commonwealth.

Committee recommends external auditor as investigations into Fayette school budget process ramp up

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Josh James ☯️ @joshjameswuky.bsky.social · 1d

An audit committee has recommended an external auditor be hired to ensure #FCPS leaders — including Superintendent Demetrus Liggins — are providing accurate information as multiple probes seek answers about the district's budget woes.

An audit committee has recommended an external auditor be hired to ensure Fayette County Public Schools' leaders — including Superintendent Demetrus Liggins — are providing accurate information as mul...

KU ratepayers question proposed hike, policies surrounding solar, and the draw of data centers

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Josh James ☯️ @joshjameswuky.bsky.social · 1d

Kentucky Utilities customers voiced frustration with the company's proposed rate jump Tuesday.

Kentucky Utilities customers voiced frustration with the company's proposed rate jump Tuesday.

Monument dedicated to Cody's Wish, Cody Dorman and their special bond

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Josh James ☯️ @joshjameswuky.bsky.social · 1d

The Bond: Two Hearts - One Spirit honors the extraordinary relationship between a boy and a horse, and seven years to the day after they first connected, it was unveiled at the Kentucky Horse Park.

Story by @samanthalclark.bsky.social.

A newly dedicated monument at the Kentucky Horse Park honors the life and legacy of a Madison County teenager and his incredible connection with a winning racehorse.

Robert Plant - It's a Beautiful Day Today (Official Music Video)

WUKY @wuky.org · 2d

ROCK & ROOTS NEW MUSIC TUESDAY
OCTOBER 14, 2025
1 PM ON WUKY,
WHERE NPR ROCKS @ 91.3

ROBERT PLANT
“IT’S A BEAUTIFUL DAY TODAY”– from ‘SAVING GRACE’ (Out NOW)
Moby Grape cover from Percy’s 12th solo studio album and first with his new gang of players.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-IR...

YouTube video by Robert Plant

Hannah Jadagu - Doing Now (Official Video)

WUKY @wuky.org · 2d

ROCK & ROOTS NEW MUSIC TUESDAY
OCTOBER 14, 2025
11 AM ON WUKY,
WHERE NPR ROCKS @ 91.3

HANNAH JADAGU
“DOING NOW”– FROM ‘DECSRIBE’ (Out October 24, 2025)
Texas born, New York based bedroom pop songstress does her thing now.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lj60...

YouTube video by Hannah Jadagu

The Tragically Hip - Get Back Again

WUKY @wuky.org · 2d

ROCK & ROOTS NEW MUSIC TUESDAY
OCTOBER 14, 2025
NOON ON WUKY,
WHERE NPR ROCKS @ 91.3

THE TRAGICALLY HIP
“GET BACK AGAIN” – ‘UP TO HERE (BOX SET)’ (Out NOW)
Previously unreleased track from 1988 gets a hip remaster mix. From the boxset of their debut album.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=CR1N...

YouTube video by TheTragicallyHipVEVO

WUKY @wuky.org · 2d

ROCK & ROOTS NEW MUSIC TUESDAY
OCTOBER 14, 2025
11 AM ON WUKY,
WHERE NPR ROCKS @ 91.3

HANNAH JADAGU
“DOING NOW”– FROM ‘DECSRIBE’ (Out October 24, 2025)
Texas born, New York based bedroom pop songstress does her thing now.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lj60...

King Princess - Jaime | Live From Vevo Studios

WUKY @wuky.org · 2d

ROCK & ROOTS NEW MUSIC TUESDAY
OCTOBER 14, 2025
10 AM ON WUKY,
WHERE NPR ROCKS @ 91.3

KING PRINCESS
“JAIME” – from ‘GIRL VIOLENCE’ (OUT NOW)
4th and latest single off this new record from Brooklyn indie pop artist Mikaela Mullaney Straus.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=vavO...

YouTube video by KingPrincessVEVO

Beshear reminds federal workers, support available during government shutdown

WUKY @wuky.org · 2d

Displaced federal workers can visit the Team Kentucky Portal for help.

Displaced federal workers can visit the Team Kentucky Portal for help.

Major airports refusing to show Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for government shutdown

WUKY @wuky.org · 2d

AP: At least five airports have so far refused to play the video at TSA checkpoints: Portland International in Oregon, Seattle-Tacoma in Washington, and three different airports in New York.

At least five airports have so far refused to play the video at TSA checkpoints: Portland International in Oregon, Seattle-Tacoma in Washington, and three different airports in New York.

Acclaimed writer, teacher Gurney Norman dies at 88

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WUKY @wuky.org · 3d

Tributes are pouring in following news that beloved writer and Kentucky educator Gurney Norman has died. #GurneyNorman

Tributes are pouring in following news that beloved writer and Kentucky educator Gurney Norman has died.

Beshear in Europe promoting state's job growth, attracting foreign companies to Kentucky

WUKY @wuky.org · 3d

During the visit, Beshear will meet with more than 45 companies, 16 of which already have a presence in the commonwealth.

Gov. Andy Beshear will travel to the United Kingdom, Ireland, and France to meet with business leaders and trade officials, aiming to increase Kentucky's presence in the region and create more job opp...

Support for Kentucky Pre-K for All initiative is growing

WUKY @wuky.org · 3d

Joe's Blues has the show for new music lovers...
Step into the '2025 Fall Gallery'
7 to 9 PM tonight
Only on 91.3, streaming @ wuky
or on the free WUKY app

Fresh with pumpkin spice.

WUKY @wuky.org · 3d

According to Beshear, since he announced the Pre-K for All initiative in June, 60,000 Kentuckians have written to state legislators, asking them to support expanding preschool access.

Team Kentucky has held more than 40 outreach events and numerous town halls across the state over the past several months. According to the Beshear administration, nearly 90% of those who participated...

Kentuckians to hold rally at state capitol over economic concerns

WUKY @wuky.org · 3d

Kentuckians are holding a rally in Frankfort this Saturday to protest #Trump administration policies they say will hurt working families.

Story by Kentucky News Connection.

Kentuckians are holding a rally in Frankfort this Saturday to protest Trump administration policies they say will hurt working families.

Budget shortfall in senior meal delivery program is felt hard in Eastern Kentucky

WUKY @wuky.org · 3d

While the cuts have impacted many seniors in Kentucky, it's not good news, especially in Eastern Kentucky, where there is more economic hardship in rural communities.

Seniors living in Eastern Kentucky have joined the concerns of other seniors throughout the state who are dependent upon home delivery meals and who are afraid of losing the much- needed service.

Budget shortfall in senior meal delivery program is felt hard in Eastern Kentucky

WUKY @wuky.org · 4d

A $10 million budget shortfall for the Kentucky Department of Aging and Independent Living has forced senior centers to make cuts, including halting home delivery meal services for hundreds of seniors.

Seniors living in Eastern Kentucky have joined the concerns of other seniors throughout the state who are dependent upon home delivery meals and who are afraid of losing the much- needed service.