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Kentucky Kernel

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Kentucky Kernel

The Student News Site of University of Kentucky

Kentucky Kernel

UK, Kernel ready for appellate court battle

Rick Childress January 26, 2018

Both UK’s and the Kernel’s law teams have filed their arguments for the impending Kentucky appellate court decision.This hearing comes after the Kernel appealed a January 2017 decision from a Fayette...

A photo of the Kentucky Strong t-shirt provided by Rick Paynter of Shop Local Kentucky.

Local store raises funds for Marshall Co. victims, families

Rick Childress January 26, 2018

A local, near-campus clothing store has already raised $40,000 for victims of the deadly shooting at Marshall County High School.Shop Local Kentucky at 212 Woodland Ave. began selling Kentucky Strong t-shirts....

Photo from the live production Dirty Dancing.

Have the time of your life at Lexington Opera House’s ‘Dirty Dancing’ shows

Sarah Hasley January 26, 2018

Have the time of your life at the Lexington Opera House this weekend. For the first time ever, "Dirty Dancing," the classic movie, is coming to the local theater as a live stage performance.This production...

Dance students to ‘Accelerate’ through ensembles this weekend

Lauryn Haas January 26, 2018

Movement through dance can be a powerful medium for issues and conversations that demand attention but fall short when expressed through words.  UK's Department of Dance and Theater will present its seventh annual...

Junior guard Taylor Murray gets ready to pass the ball during the game against California on Thursday, December 21, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky was defeated 62-52. Photo by Olivia Beach | Staff

UK’s confidence grows as they beat Alabama

Jordan Colquitt January 25, 2018

Kentucky’s women’s basketball team took on the Alabama Crimson Tide on Thursday night at Memorial Coliseum and won 79-54, ending its two-game losing streak and picking up the team’s tenth win...

Kentucky sophomore forward Wenyen Gabriel and Kentucky sophomore forward Sacha Killeya-Jones celebrate after a three pointer during the Kentucky Cares Classic charity game against Morehead State at Rupp Arena on Monday, October 30, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 92 to 67. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Gabriel proves that numbers don’t mean anything at UK

January 25, 2018

When you are trying to get to the NBA as quickly as possible, usually the best thing to do is score as many points as you can so scouts notice you.However, at Kentucky, that belief has proven to be false...

Kentucky Sweetheart Majorette Miranda Vanhoozen is featured at Saturdays clinic. Above, Vanhoozen teaches a young fan how to twirl before the game against Tennessee at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky on Saturday, October 28, 2017.

Twirl, kick and spin at this weekend’s Majorette clinic

Michael Ayers January 25, 2018

Those interested in twirling, being on the field at halftime and wearing dresses which can be seen from a mile away will have their first chance Saturday, Jan. 27.The University of Kentucky Sweetheart...

Sisters of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority celebrated this years bid day, honoring their pledge class of 2010, on August 20, 2010.

Views of an Active: How to pronounce Greek letters

Matt Hasty January 25, 2018

When a student walks down Fraternity and Sorority Row, they are most likely going to see Greek letters everywhere.But to a person who is not a member of a Greek organization, these letters can be as daunting...

This avocado jalapeno chicken will have you dreaming of warmer days in the middle of winter. Jillian Jones | Staff

Spice it up this winter while staying healthy

Jillian Jones January 25, 2018

It's the perfect time to try a spicy health kick for dinner. This avocado jalapeno chicken will have you dreaming of warmer days in the middle of winter.All ingredients can be found at a local grocery...

Conrad was a psychology major and planned to use her degree to help victims of domestic abuse. 

AOII loses “shining light,” honors memory by giving back

Bailey Vandiver January 25, 2018

In the first weeks of 2018, the members of Alpha Omicron Pi at UK mourned and honored a sister who was “a shining light in all of our lives.”This is how AOII President Sinead Maharrey described Hailee...

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Front Page Editorial: How Many More?

Editorial Board January 25, 2018

More than 160 women accused USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar of sexual abuse. These voices would have been silenced if not for the IndyStar’s reporting.Because these stories were brought to light,...

Journalism alumni promise to offer advice for future graduates

Kayla Coco January 25, 2018

On Thursday evening, future journalists will gather to hear advice and experience offered by graduates of the UK School of Journalism and Media who will reflect on their national travels and journalism...

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