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VIDEO: Stephen Seidel speaks at TEDxUKY about turning loss into purpose

Isabella Lindsey, Broadcaster March 27, 2025

At TEDxUKY: Mosaic Minds, speaker and entrepreneur Stephen Seidel shared how personal loss shaped his journey, emphasizing that challenges and grief can be powerful tools for growth and self-improvement.

VIDEO: Trailblazer Luminaries: A Women’s History Month celebration

Delaney Wells, Broadcaster March 25, 2025

Girls in Motion and Operation Be You collaborated to host Trailblazer Luminaries: A Women’s History Month celebration at the Lexington Public Library. The event honored the accomplishments of Black women...

VIDEO: A beloved local popcorn shop puts a flavorful twist on tradition

Drew Metanchuk, Staff Broadcaster March 16, 2025

Rayann’s Popcorn Company has become a well-known spot in Lexington where customers don’t just come to pick up a treat, but they also connect with its owner and founder Rayann White and hear her story.

Students celebrate multicultural festivities at the Spring Soiree

Gracy Anne Frank, Broadcaster March 14, 2025

Students kicked off spring break early with community, vibrant colors and warm spring weather on campus.

Kentucky 4 Paws for Ability holds annual puppy party

Rilee Patrick, Broadcaster March 14, 2025

On Tuesday, March 11, UK 4 Paws for Ability held their puppy party outside of the Taylor Education Building. Student ambassadors for UK 4 Paws gathered around to show off their trained dogs. Students also...

VIDEO: 13 UK undergraduate researchers present their work at the 23rd annual Posters-at-the-Capitol event

Libby Heckert, Broadcaster March 12, 2025

Posters-at-the-Capitol allows students to showcase their work to lawmakers. Reporter Libby Heckert takes deeper look into the drive behind the research.

VIDEO: The Knitting Club is crafting connections on and off campus

Isabella Lindsey, Broadcaster March 11, 2025

In a world of fast scrolling and instant gratification, one club brought back the art of slow, intentional creation through knitting, crocheting and community outreach. Members of the club found stress...

VIDEO: Professional bull riders entertain Lexington, Kentucky for the weekend

Christian Kantosky, Assistant Photo Editor March 10, 2025

The Professional Bull Riders league hosted its latest event at the Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour at Rupp Arena on March 7 and March 8. Fans from across Kentucky watched as bulls stomped around the arena...

VIDEO: Lexington Comic & Toy Convention brings fandom and community together at Central Bank Center

Isabella Lindsey, Broadcaster March 10, 2025

The 13th Lexington Comic & Toy Convention took place at Central Bank Center from March 6-9, 2025, drawing pop culture enthusiasts from across the region to celebrate a vibrant, inclusive community....

VIDEO: Quilt shop in Eastern Kentucky survives after flooding

Drew Metanchuk, Staff Broadcaster March 9, 2025

After much devastation from the floods in Eastern Kentucky, Appalachian Quilt and Yarn in Hazard is working to repair the damages done to their shop. With much help from the local community, the store...

VIDEO: New immigration policies affect University of Kentucky international students

Chloe Bradley, Broadcaster March 9, 2025

New immigration policies are affecting university students across the nation. While other universities have released statements regarding these issues and how they will effect their international students,...

VIDEO: UK SAB hosts a skating experience under the stars

Gracy Anne Frank, Broadcaster March 8, 2025

UK’s Student Activites Board hosted Cosmic Skating, an opportunity for students to unwind before midterms, at the Gatton Student Center on Thursday, March 6.

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