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VIDEO: Students win prizes at the annual Ping Pong Ball Drop event

Christian Kantosky, Assistant Photo Editor April 17, 2025

University of Kentucky students tried to catch marked ping pong balls to win prizes during the annual Ping Pong Ball Drop event.

VIDEO: Sidewalks turn into studios at Art on the Town

Isabella Lindsey, Broadcaster April 16, 2025

With live displays and local talent, Lexington’s Art on the Town event redefines how the city experiences art: up close, accessible and all around. It’s more than just an exhibit, it’s a celebration...

VIDEO: UK HealthCare becomes the first to use new cochlear implant technology

Chloe Bradley, Broadcaster April 15, 2025

UK HealthCare placed the first MED-EL Flex 34 cochlear implant in 11-year-old DuJuan Broadus Jr. Dr. Nathan Cass, an ear, nose and throat specialist, was the one to place the technology and discusses how...

VIDEO: Keeneland draws in tailgaters for spring College Scholarship Day

Olivia White, Broadcaster April 13, 2025

Tailgaters braved the cold for spring College Scholarship Day. Attendees enjoyed food, music and activities outside Keeneland’s doors.

VIDEO: CATS-UP survey provided by UK Housing

Delaney Wells, Broadcaster April 11, 2025

Students living in dorms may be familiar with the CATS-UP survey provided by UK Housing. This survey is given twice a semester, the first time being at the beginning of the semester, and the second survey...

Ariana Rodriguez, President of The Lucky Ones Foundation, hugs members after giving a speech during The Luckiest Benefit hosted by The Lucky Ones: Impact on Foster Youth, on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Gatton Student Center, Worsham Cinema in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff

VIDEO: The Luckiest Benefit provides a place for foster care reform to be heard

Isabella Lindsey, Broadcaster April 10, 2025

The Lucky Ones Foundation hosted The Luckiest Benefit, an event combining fashion and music to raise awareness for foster care reform. Attendees included titleholders and advocates who shared personal...

VIDEO: The Lexington Public Library celebrates 250 years of literature

Olivia White, Broadcaster April 9, 2025

The Lexington Public Library hosted “An Evening Inspired by the Written Word.”The show highlighted artists in Lexington and the history of literature in the city.

VIDEO: Safety resources across UK’s campus after 6 crime bulletin emails this school year

Marissa Armstrong, Broadcaster April 9, 2025

The University of Kentucky has sent out six emails in this school year alone regarding on-campus sexual assault cases. With this growing number of emails, many UK community members are left concerned for...

VIDEO: Kentucky history presented through the music of Anthony Philip Heinrich

Chloe Bradley, Broadcaster April 8, 2025

The 250Lex Music Series: Dawning of Music in Kentucky event is celebrating the 250th anniversary of Lexington, Kentucky. The event showcased the music of Anthony Philip Heinrich and featured the Transylvania...

VIDEO: Keeneland opening day held on Sunday

Delaney Wells, Broadcaster April 7, 2025

Keeneland has officially opened, but opening day looked different than usual. Opening day was pushed back from Friday to Sunday due to severe weather and tornadoes throughout the state. The races continued...

VIDEO: What’s up with inflation

Gavin Breunig, Broadcaster April 3, 2025

Inflation has been one of the hottest issues in the United States recently, as Americans are increasingly feeling as if they can’t afford even basic necessities. This struggle, along with the recently...

VIDEO: Student Activities Board Hosts the Global Carnival

Cara Raiford, Broadcaster April 3, 2025

University of Kentucky Student Activities Board hosted the Global Carnival at Gatton Student Center. Attendees enjoyed foods, crafts and inflatables as they immersed themselves in cultures from around...

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