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Man shot and killed near Newtown Crossing
Man shot and killed near Newtown Crossing
September 24, 2023
Wildcat Market attendees pick out produce at the South Lawn on Wednesday, Sept. 20. Photo by Patti Doud.
‘Who doesn’t like free food?’ 2nd annual Wildcat Market engages campus community through healthy eating
September 22, 2023
Gov. Brereton C. Jones. Portrait provided by nga.org.
‘An easy guy to like.’ Former Kentucky governor dead at 84
September 20, 2023
People attend the first Kentucky Vintage Festival on March 19, 2023. Photo provided by Jared Wise.
Central Bank Center to host Kentucky Vintage Festival
September 20, 2023
Audience members watch the drag show during the annual Kentucky Black Pride Festival on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Woodland Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
‘I just kind of fell in love.’ Kentucky Black Pride festival returns for 6th annual Pride in the Park
September 19, 2023
Wildcat Market attendees pick out produce at the South Lawn on Wednesday, Sept. 20. Photo by Patti Doud.
‘Who doesn’t like free food?’ 2nd annual Wildcat Market engages campus community through healthy eating
September 22, 2023
The MV-22B Osprey lands during the Engineering Takes Flight event on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, at the South Lawn in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
‘It was powerful.’ U.S. Marine Corps lands helicopter on South Lawn
September 15, 2023
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
UK Plus to be rebranded as ‘CatCash’
September 14, 2023
University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto speaks during a renaming ceremony for the college of engineering on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
September 8th declared Stanley and Karen Pigman Day
September 11, 2023
Members of the US Military walk to the podium during the 9/11 ceremony on Monday, Sept. 11, 2023 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
UK honors 9/11 victims in annual memorial ceremony
September 11, 2023
The class of 2026 fills the student section at Big Blue U on Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
‘Healthier, wealthier, wiser Kentucky.’ The changing landscape of UK
August 25, 2022
The Albert B. Chandler Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
More people than ever are applying to the College of Medicine. Students and faculty have ideas about why
September 9, 2021
UK mandates weekly COVID-19 tests for unvaccinated faculty, staff and students
August 26, 2021
UK to require both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals to wear masks indoors
August 6, 2021
Database breach discovered in UK College of Education; UK to implement new security measures
August 5, 2021
Man shot and killed near Newtown Crossing
Man shot and killed near Newtown Crossing
September 24, 2023
People attend the first Kentucky Vintage Festival on March 19, 2023. Photo provided by Jared Wise.
Central Bank Center to host Kentucky Vintage Festival
September 20, 2023
Audience members watch the drag show during the annual Kentucky Black Pride Festival on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Woodland Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
‘I just kind of fell in love.’ Kentucky Black Pride festival returns for 6th annual Pride in the Park
September 19, 2023
Mia Milan accepts a tip during her performance at the drag show during the annual Kentucky Black Pride Festival on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Woodland Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS : 6th Annual Kentucky Black Pride Festival
September 17, 2023
Lexington Firefighter Sarah McGill leads the 110 flight walk during the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Over 500 people gathered to honor the first responders who gave their lives rushing into the World Trade Center on 9/11. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Lexington Fire Department remembers 9/11 first responder victims with memorial stair climb
September 12, 2023
US Supreme Court’s final rulings of the term to affect college students
US Supreme Court’s final rulings of the term to affect college students
July 6, 2023
University of Kentucky strategic communications sophomore Maigan Williams gets tested for COVID-19 on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2020, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky Supreme Court sides with UK students seeking tuition refunds from COVID-19 pandemic
July 4, 2023
Smoky haze covers downtown Lexington on Wednesday, June 28.
Kentucky Energy and Environmental Cabinet issues air quality alert: How to protect yourself and others
June 29, 2023
Gov. Andy Beshear and Republican Daniel Cameron will go head to head in gubernatorial election
Gov. Andy Beshear and Republican Daniel Cameron will go head to head in gubernatorial election
May 17, 2023
Kentucky state Rep. Lamin Swann dies after medical emergency
Kentucky state Rep. Lamin Swann dies after medical emergency
May 14, 2023
University of Kentucky President Eli Capiluto speaks during the board of trustees meeting on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
UK Board of Trustees appoints high-level staff members
September 18, 2023
UK president Eli Capilouto speaks during a Board of Trustees meeting on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Capilouto announces Bob DiPaola and Eric Monday as new Co-Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
August 6, 2023
US Supreme Court’s final rulings of the term to affect college students
US Supreme Court’s final rulings of the term to affect college students
July 6, 2023
Capilouto announces search committee for next Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
Capilouto announces search committee for next Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
January 30, 2023
A community member receives a COVID-19 test on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at UK’s Kroger Field testing site in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
UK employees suspended for noncompliance with COVID-19 testing
November 12, 2021
Thomas Lofton Hazelwood
‘He’s not gonna make it to serenades.’ The missing details of the Hazelwood investigation
November 17, 2022
Excerpts from UKs Student Code of Conduct investigation reveal FarmHouse Fraternity showed a “deeply ingrained culture of alcohol and hazing behaviors.”
UK’s FarmHouse Fraternity had a culture of hazing, investigations reveal
November 17, 2022
An anonymous tip, submitted to UK on September 19, 2020, via the incident reporting form, alleges that Delta Sigma Phi held an over-capacity party. A copy of the tip was obtained by the Kentucky Kernel via an open records request.
Multiple fraternities suspended for COVID-19 infractions
September 28, 2021
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. listens to UKs lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UKs lawsuit against the Kernel on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, at the Kentucky Supreme Court in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Details of the James Harwood investigation and records battle
August 26, 2021
Pages from the Harwood file detailing the Kernel Press v. University of Kentucky lawsuit. Some information has been redacted by UK.
A story six years in the making
August 26, 2021
Former NBA player and Kentucky basketball player Rex Chapman speaks during SpeakBlue with Rex Chapman on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Singletary Center for the Arts in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
SAB and SGA present ‘Speak Blue’ featuring Rex Chapman
April 5, 2023
Isaac Sutherland, left, and Mallory Hudson answer questions during the SGA Presidential and Vice Presidential Debate on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
SGA court finds Sutherland/Hudson violated election rules, Sutherland will appeal
March 23, 2023
Lizzy Hornung, left, and Jason Marcus were named the 2023 student body president and vice president on March 8.
SGA disqualifies unofficial student body president and vice president winners, names new official winners
March 9, 2023
Ashlee Bell, a junior marketing major, pays for parking outside William T. Young Library on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Students can park for free using SGA coupon program
February 10, 2023
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
October 4, 2022
UK Police reports vehicle theft on campus
UK Police reports vehicle theft on campus
August 21, 2023
UK police notify campus of sexual abuse in residence hall
UK police notify campus of sexual abuse in residence hall
May 1, 2023
UK police notify campus of sexual assault
UK police notify campus of sexual assault
March 31, 2023
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse on campus
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse on campus
March 27, 2023
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse in campus residence hall
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse in campus residence hall
March 6, 2023
Attendees visit the Hailstorm Vintage booth during the Kentucky Vintage Festival on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, at the Central Bank Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
What’s old is new again thanks to the Kentucky Vintage Festival
September 26, 2023
The brew kettle sits in the James B. Beam Institute on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
‘Something that is just Kentucky.’ Beam Institute distillery to offer hands-on learning opportunities
September 22, 2023
‘A good thing for older folks.’ UK’s Donovan Scholars pursue lifelong learning among younger students
‘A good thing for older folks.’ UK’s Donovan Scholars pursue lifelong learning among younger students
September 15, 2023
People tailgate the morning of the Kentucky vs. Ball State football game on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023 at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 44-14. Photo by Kyleigh Miller | Staff
It’s tailgate time in the Bluegrass
September 6, 2023
Students stand talking on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023, at the Catholic Newman Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
‘A taste of what heaven is.’ Students find faith and fellowship at Newman Nights
September 2, 2023
Kentucky guard Saniah Tyler passes the ball during the Kentucky womens basketball open practice on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, at the Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky women’s basketball holds first official practice of the year
September 26, 2023
Kentucky outfielder Rylea Smith hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Parkland softball game on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Wildcats softball defeats Parkland 9-0
September 26, 2023
Kentucky libero Molly Tuozzo hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. LSU volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 22 Kentucky volleyball falls 3-0 to Tennessee Volunteers at home
September 25, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Anna Young takes a penalty kick during the Kentucky vs. South Carolina womens soccer match on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 0-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky womens soccer continues its undefeated season with a 1-1 against Florida
September 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats running back Ray Davis (1) celebrates a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky football defeats Vanderbilt 45-28 in first road game of the year
September 23, 2023
Kentucky running back Ray Davis runs the ball during the Kentucky vs. Akron football game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 35-3. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PODCAST: Akron recap and Ray Davis
September 22, 2023
Kentucky head coach John Calipari smiles as he walks off the court after the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Houston mens basketball game in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 on Friday, March 29, 2019, at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Kentucky won 62-58. Photo by Jordan Prather | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky men’s basketball’s non conference schedule: breakdown and predictions
September 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats mens basketball players DJ Wagner, Adou Thiero, Justin Edwards, Tre Mitchell, Antonio Reeves and Robert Dillingham walk on the court during the Team USA vs. Team Germany basketball game in the 2023 GLOBL JAM tournament in Mattamy Athletic Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. UK won 81-73. | Photo provided by Chet White, UK Athletics
Kentucky men’s basketball crowned 2023 GLOBL JAM gold medalists in Toronto
July 16, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) reacts to a call during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Kansas State mens basketball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kansas State won 75-69. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky basketball’s Oscar Tshiebwe signs two-way contract with Indiana Pacers
June 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) celebrates during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 11 Providence mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 17, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kentucky won 61-53. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky basketball’s Jacob Toppin signs two-way contract with New York Knicks
June 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Chris Livingston (24) passes the ball during the Kentucky vs. LSU mens basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 74-71. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Kentucky forward Chris Livingston picked No. 58 overall by Milwaukee Bucks in 2023 NBA Draft
June 23, 2023
Kentucky guard Saniah Tyler passes the ball during the Kentucky womens basketball open practice on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, at the Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky women’s basketball holds first official practice of the year
September 26, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Maddie Scherr, right, holds her hands to her face in the locker room after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
COLUMN: What went wrong for Kentucky womens basketball?
March 12, 2023
The Kentucky Wildcats gather in front of the Kentucky marching band as they play “My Old Kentucky Home” after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
No. 14 Kentucky womens basketball puts up notable fight before finishing postseason in South Carolina
March 5, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Zennia Thomas (24), head coach Kyra Elzy and guard Robyn Benton (1) walk off the court after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 14 Kentucky womens basketball eliminated from SEC Tournament in 80-71 quarterfinals loss to No. 3 Tennessee
March 4, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ajae Petty (13) dribbles the ball up the court during the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
At the buzzer: Kentucky falls to Tennessee 80-71 in quarterfinals of SEC Tournament
March 3, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats running back Ray Davis (1) celebrates a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky football defeats Vanderbilt 45-28 in first road game of the year
September 23, 2023
Vanderbilt Commodores Martel Hight (25) wraps Kentucky Wildcats wideout Barion Brown (7) during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football defeats Vanderbilt 45-28 in first road game of the year
September 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Tyrell Ajian (6) grabs Vanderbilt Commodores wide receiver Quincy Skinner Jr. (3) during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 24-21. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky football set to travel to Nashville for SEC opener against Vanderbilt
September 23, 2023
Kentucky wide receiver Tayvion Robinson runs the ball during the Kentucky vs. Akron football game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 35-3. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
NUMBERS SPEAK: a breakdown of Kentucky football’s 35-3 win over Akron
September 20, 2023
Kentucky offensive lineman Eli Cox reacts to Kentucky scoring during the Kentucky vs. Akron football game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 35-3. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky football’s “Big Blue Wall” continues to develop in new season
September 20, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione talks to reporters after the No. 18 Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-8. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky baseball unveils 2024 SEC schedule
September 14, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione talks to reporters after the No. 18 Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-8. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky baseball signee Connor Fugate arrested with laundry list of charges
August 25, 2023
Kentucky athletics director Mitch Barnhart watches the Kentucky vs. No. 1 South Carolina womens basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 95-66. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
UK Athletics announces department-wide sale of Alcohol at sporting events
June 17, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione talks to reporters after the No. 18 Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-8. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
No. 12 Kentucky baseball’s miracle season comes to an end in Baton Rouge Super Regional
June 14, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Mason Moore (20) pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs. Evansville home opener baseball game on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-3. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
No. 12 Kentucky baseball survives Lexington Regional, advances to Super Regionals in Baton Rouge
June 6, 2023
Kentucky outfielder Rylea Smith hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Parkland softball game on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Wildcats softball defeats Parkland 9-0
September 26, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Jenna Blanton (10) bunts during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. No. 6 Tennessee softball game on Sunday, April 16, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 15-1. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 22 Kentucky softball suffers 6-2 loss against Mississippi State
May 1, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Kennedy Sullivan (8) pitches the ball during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. No. 6 Tennessee softball game on Sunday, April 16, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 15-1. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 20 Kentucky softball shuts out Northern Kentucky, claims 9-0 win in five innings
April 28, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats utility player Karissa Hamilton (2) rounds second base heading for third during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. No. 6 Tennessee softball game on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 10-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky softball falls to No. 20 in week 10 of USA Softball Top 25
April 28, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats catcher Kayla Kowalik (99) catches a pitch during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Louisville softball game on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-4. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
No. 16 Kentucky softball swept by No. 6 Tennessee after 15-1 loss
April 28, 2023
The Kentucky gymnastics team poses for a photo during the Senior Day celebration after the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics finishes historic season in sixth place at NCAA Nationals
April 15, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats junior Hailey Davis performs her floor routine during the Kentucky vs. Arkansas gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.875-195.400. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics places second at Regionals, advances to NCAA national championships
April 2, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats junior Isabella Magnelli performs her floor routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 9 Kentucky gymnastics advances to Regional Finals with a score of 197.475
April 1, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats sophomore Mackenzie Wilson performs her floor routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 8 Kentucky gymnastics finishes fourth in SEC Championships
March 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Arianna Patterson prepares to perform her beam routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics wins tri-meet, posts highest away score in program history
March 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Zoe Hammond waits for her singles opponent to serve during the Kentucky vs. Alabama womens tennis match on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Alabama won 4-1. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
Kentucky womens tennis falls to No. 3 Tennessee in SEC Tournament quarterfinals
April 26, 2023
Liam Draxl celebrates winning a set during the UK vs. Virginia tennis match on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 4-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
No. 5 Kentucky mens tennis defeat No. 4 Georgia for SEC Championship title
April 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Florencia Urrutia and sophomore Lidia Gonzalez take a water break between sets on the bench during the Kentucky vs. Alabama womens tennis match on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Alabama won 4-1. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
Kentucky womens tennis falls 4-2 to LSU on senior day
April 18, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Zoe Hammond waits for her singles opponent to serve during the Kentucky vs. Alabama womens tennis match on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Alabama won 4-1. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
Kentucky womens tennis falls to Texas A&M 5-2
April 16, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Taha Baadi, left, talks to fifth year Alafia Ayeni during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. No. 6 South Carolina mens tennis match on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 4-3. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 5 Kentucky mens tennis concludes regular season with 5-2 win over No. 21 Florida
April 15, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Mitchell Nelson adjusts his stock during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle comes up short in NCAA Championships in Akron, takes bronze
March 13, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Richard Clark practices during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle finishes third in GARC Championships, prepares for NCAA Championships
February 27, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Emmie Sellers aims her rifle during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle qualifies for NCAA Championships, eyes three-peat in Akron
February 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats rifle seniors are honored after the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle awaits championship decision after concluding NCAA qualifier
February 18, 2023
Kentucky Rifle
Kentucky rifle takes down No. 1 Ole Miss in Oxford
November 21, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Shayla Nguyen (45) competes during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky STUNT finishes 2023 season as national Division-1 runner ups
April 28, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Blair Bergmann speaks with his players during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky STUNT finishes regular season with 0-3 showing in Cal Baptist Tournament
March 26, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats junior Karley Kalchbrenner sits during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky STUNT suffers sweeping defeat in midweek double header heading into final tournament
March 24, 2023
Kentucky players cheer on their teammates during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky STUNT splits 2023 Bluegrass Classic, records first perfect game in program history
March 13, 2023
Kentucky players cheer on their teammates during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky STUNT loses 15-14 to Michigan State
March 7, 2023
Kentucky libero Molly Tuozzo hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. LSU volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 22 Kentucky volleyball falls 3-0 to Tennessee Volunteers at home
September 25, 2023
Kentucky defenders block the ball during the Kentucky vs. LSU volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky volleyball defeats LSU 3-1 at Rupp Arena
September 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Erin Lamb (13) spikes the ball during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 21 Kentucky volleyball falls 3-0 to No. 2 Louisville on the road
September 14, 2023
Kentucky players celebrate scoring a point during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 19 Kentucky volleyball splits weekend matches against top 25 teams
September 10, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats libero Molly Tuozzo (12) serves the ball during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 15 Kentucky volleyball swept by No. 10 Pittsburgh in Lumber Volleyball Classic
September 3, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Casper Grening (10) walks off the pitch during the Kentucky vs. ETSU mens soccer match on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer falls to Ohio State 3-0, losing back-to-back games
September 20, 2023
Kentucky players celebrate their win after the Kentucky vs. Lipscomb mens soccer match on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Thrilling comeback by Kentucky men’s soccer seals victory against Lipscomb
September 10, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Aboubacar Camara (9) kicks the ball during the Kentucky vs. Lipscomb mens soccer match on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky mens soccer defeats Lipscomb 3-2
September 9, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Casper Grening (10) walks off the pitch during the Kentucky vs. ETSU mens soccer match on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer suffers defeat to rivals Louisville, loses consecutive games for first time in three seasons
September 7, 2023
Players warm up before the Kentucky vs. ETSU mens soccer match on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer suffers first regular season loss since 2021
September 3, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Anna Young takes a penalty kick during the Kentucky vs. South Carolina womens soccer match on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 0-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky womens soccer continues its undefeated season with a 1-1 against Florida
September 24, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Tanner Strickland dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. South Carolina womens soccer match on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 0-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer picks up third draw of season against South Carolina
September 22, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats defender Grace Phillpotts (24) dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Belmont womens soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky women’s soccer defeats Belmont 3-0
September 8, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Tanner Strickland (10) and forward Jordyn Rhodes (30) hug after Kentucky scores a goal during the Kentucky vs. Illinois womens soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer stands tall on Senior Day, defeats Illinois 1-0
September 3, 2023
Kentucky players celebrate scoring a goal in the first half during the Kentucky vs. UT Martin womens soccer match on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer wins big against UT Martin, earns second win of the season
September 3, 2023
A Kentucky track and field athlete leads the pack in the 60 meter hurdles event during the Jim Green Invitational meet on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky track and field set new records at Tom Jones Memorial
April 16, 2023
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Masai Russell breaks 100-meter hurdles record at Texas Relays.
April 3, 2023
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky track and field records personal bests at Black and Gold Invitational
March 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Jordan Anthony (13) makes a heart at UK fans before the Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl football game on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK lost 21-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Jordan Anthony and Masai Russell claim silver medals at NCAA Indoors
March 13, 2023
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Masai Russell wins gold in hurdles at SEC Indoor Championships
March 4, 2023
Kentucky cross country shines at Panorama Farms Invitational
October 19, 2022
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
UK Women’s Cross Country finish third at NCAA Southeast Regional
November 12, 2021
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October 15, 2021
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
UK women’s cross country finish eighth at Notre Dame Invitational
October 1, 2021
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky women’s cross country finish first at Commodore Classic
September 17, 2021
Kentucky swimmers compete in the Blue and White Meet on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky women’s swim and dive falls in season opener at Arkansas
September 23, 2023
Kentucky swimmers compete in the Blue and White Meet on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Levi Sandidge shines in swim and dive NCAA Championships
March 27, 2023
Kentucky freshman Caitlin Brooks swims in the womens 200 yard butterfly during the meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky womens swim and dive places 19th in NCAA Championships
March 20, 2023
A UK swimmer diving into the pool. University of Kentuckys Swim and Dive had a meet with LSU on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky diving adds three NCAA bids at Zone C Championships
March 13, 2023
Kentucky and Cincinnati swimmers dive into the pool during the meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive earn six medals at SEC Championships
February 19, 2023
Kentucky womens golfer Laney Frye competes in the third round of the NCAA Championship finals at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. Photo by Tim Cowie, provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky womens golf misses cut at SEC Championship
April 16, 2023
Tyler McDaniel during the second round of the Southeastern Conference Championship at Sea Island Golf Clubs Seaside Course in St. Simons Island, Ga., on Saturday, April 16, 2016.
Kentucky mens golf finishes seventh at Lewis Chitengwa Memorial
April 12, 2023
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky mens golf records second best result behind Alex Goff in South Carolina
April 4, 2023
Kentucky womens golfer Laney Frye competes in the third round of the NCAA Championship finals at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. Photo by Tim Cowie, provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky womens golf concludes regular season at Clemson Invitational
March 29, 2023
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky mens golf records top-five finish in Schenkel Invitational
March 21, 2023
Kentucky winger Kyle Head (34) defends the buck during the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-4. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky hockey falls to Boston 4-3 in close game decided by shootout
September 17, 2023
Kentucky center Brett Quinn controls the puck during the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-1. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky hockey defeats Boston University 9-1
September 16, 2023
Kentucky hockey players celebrate a goal during the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 9-1. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky hockey stands tall in season opener, defeats Boston University 9-1
September 16, 2023
The Kentucky hockey team poses for a photo with the trophy at the Kentucky vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky hockey: what new fans need to know
September 15, 2023
The Kentucky hockey team poses for a photo with the trophy at the Kentucky vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky hockey defeats Louisville 7-2 in Lexington
January 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari reacts to the Kentucky vs. Georgia mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia. UK lost 68-75. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
COLUMN: Has the SEC simply caught up to Kentucky?
March 7, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari reacts to a play during the No. 4 Kentucky vs. Michigan State Champions Classic mens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Michigan State won 86-77 in the second overtime. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky’s problems are bigger than basketball
January 11, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) dunks the ball during the Kentucky vs. North Florida mens basketball game on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 96-56. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
COLUMN: Three takeaways from Cats’ London victory
December 8, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jada Walker (11) gets helped up by her team during the Kentucky vs. Radford womens basketball game on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 82-78. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Column: Kentucky womens basketball is on the right track
December 3, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver DeMarcus Harris (4) attempts to block a camera as offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello walks off the field after the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Column: The 2022 season was a disastrous hiccup for Kentucky football
December 2, 2022
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show: not everyone deserves a second chance
September 26, 2023
The Community of Scholars LLP failed its residents
The Community of Scholars LLP failed its residents
September 18, 2023
Zach Bryan performs on Saturday, June 3, 2023, during the Railbird music festival at the Red Mile infield in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Hey Ticketmaster, it’s ‘Quittin’ Time’
September 15, 2023
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Album review: Olivia Rodrigo conquers the sophomore slump on ‘GUTS’
September 12, 2023
Ashlee Bell, a junior marketing major, pays for parking outside William T. Young Library on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Parking isn’t the problem on campus, cars are
September 7, 2023
Ashlee Bell, a junior marketing major, pays for parking outside William T. Young Library on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Parking isn’t the problem on campus, cars are
September 7, 2023
Editor-in-Chief Hannah Stanley poses for a portrait in front of the Kentucky Kernel office on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
From the editor: The beauty in front of us
August 21, 2023
So, what now?
So, what now?
June 24, 2022
A slice of sweet potato pie is served on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff file photo
Thanksgiving: A holiday glow up
November 18, 2021
Timothée Chalamet in the movie Dune. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures.
Dune 2021: A classic gets its due
November 16, 2021
Students walk out of the Gatton Student Center on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Editorial: Attendance should only be 10% of overall grades at UK
February 28, 2023
The FarmHouse Fraternity house on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, the night Hazelwood died, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Editorial: Hazing is life and death, not a game of semantics
November 17, 2022
Cones and fences prevent traffic on Rose Street on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
Editorial: UK needs more acceptability and accessibility on campus
October 13, 2022
Fallen leaves collect under a row of trees outside of William T. Young Library on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Looking back at fall 2021
December 2, 2021
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Fall break is a step in the right direction, but more is needed
October 29, 2021
The brew kettle sits in the James B. Beam Institute on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
BROADCAST: ‘Something that is just Kentucky.’ Beam Institute distillery to offer hands-on learning opportunities
September 22, 2023
The Wildcats line up for the National Anthem before the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-1. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BROADCAST: UK Hockey opening night 2023
September 18, 2023
The MV-22B Osprey lands during the Engineering Takes Flight event on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, at the South Lawn in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: Combat helicopter lands on UK Campus
September 18, 2023
Kentucky wide receiver Dane Key lifts wide receiver Tayvion Robinson up after a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky football game on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 28-17. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PODCAST: EKU Recap and Akron Preview
September 15, 2023
PODCAST: Editor-in-Chief
PODCAST: Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2023
The brew kettle sits in the James B. Beam Institute on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
BROADCAST: ‘Something that is just Kentucky.’ Beam Institute distillery to offer hands-on learning opportunities
September 22, 2023
The Wildcats line up for the National Anthem before the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-1. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BROADCAST: UK Hockey opening night 2023
September 18, 2023
The MV-22B Osprey lands during the Engineering Takes Flight event on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, at the South Lawn in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: Combat helicopter lands on UK Campus
September 18, 2023
Attendees watch as Horses cross the finish line on Friday, April. 7, 2023, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Bryce Towle | Staff
BROADCAST: Opening day at Keeneland
April 17, 2023
Kentucky running back Ray Davis runs the ball during the Kentucky vs. Akron football game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 35-3. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PODCAST: Akron recap and Ray Davis
September 22, 2023
Construction has been completed on Woodland Ave in front of Chellgren Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff.
PODCAST: TRI-IT
September 22, 2023
Kentucky wide receiver Dane Key lifts wide receiver Tayvion Robinson up after a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky football game on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 28-17. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PODCAST: EKU Recap and Akron Preview
September 15, 2023
PODCAST: Editor-in-Chief
PODCAST: Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2023
Kentucky defensive back Jalen Geiger intercepts the ball for a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Ball State football game on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 44-14. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PODCAST: UK Football Ball State Recap and EKU Preview
September 7, 2023
John Calipari answers questions after watching the Selection Sunday show on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at Caliparis home in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
VIDEO: Kentucky mens basketball reacts to Selection Sunday results
March 15, 2023
A Southern Belle: His Journey for Identity
January 31, 2022
Homefield
June 9, 2021
The Little Things
June 9, 2021
Anita Crick kneels by her husband, Rodney, after measuring his blood oxygen levels on Feb. 22, 2021, in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Rodney recently returned home after a month of being hospitalized for COVID-19. Photo by Rachel Crick.
Lifeline: How one couple’s 55-year love story helped them beat COVID
June 8, 2021
Kentucky guard Saniah Tyler passes the ball during the Kentucky womens basketball open practice on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, at the Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky women’s basketball holds first official practice of the year
September 26, 2023
Kentucky outfielder Rylea Smith hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Parkland softball game on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Wildcats softball defeats Parkland 9-0
September 26, 2023
Vanderbilt Commodores Martel Hight (25) wraps Kentucky Wildcats wideout Barion Brown (7) during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football defeats Vanderbilt 45-28 in first road game of the year
September 23, 2023
Kentucky defenders block the ball during the Kentucky vs. LSU volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky volleyball defeats LSU 3-1 at Rupp Arena
September 23, 2023
Mia Milan accepts a tip during her performance at the drag show during the annual Kentucky Black Pride Festival on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Woodland Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS : 6th Annual Kentucky Black Pride Festival
September 17, 2023
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The Blackfoot Gypsies latest album To The Top! features a Rolling Stones-esque blend of rock and blues along with country, soul, jazz and Americana influences.

Blackfoot Gypsies bring old vibes to new album

Matt Wickstrom
April 19, 2017
Dangermuffin will bring new tunes off their record Heritage to Lexington and The Burl on April 19.

Dangermuffin heals through music

Matt Wickstrom
April 12, 2017
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Lera Lynn returns to Lexington on April 12 for Electric Words with Louisville native and famous writer John Jeremiah Sullivan.

Lera Lynn speaks electric words on ‘Resistor’

Matt Wickstrom
April 9, 2017
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The many hats of Eric Bolander

Matt Wickstrom
April 5, 2017
Moontower Music Festival will celebrate its fourth year of music at Masterson Station Park on August 26 with JJ Grey & Mofro, Cherub, Great American Taxi and others.

Cherub, JJ Grey, Great American Taxi headline initial Moontower lineup

Matt Wickstrom
March 31, 2017
Swampy, Mississippi-bred southern rock group The Weeks will be bringing music from their new album Easy to Cosmic Charlies on March 30.

The Weeks serve Mississippi rock vibes

Matt Wickstrom
March 26, 2017
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Memphis rich with nightlife and history

Matt Wickstrom
March 23, 2017
The Kentucky Kernel named Paidin Dermody as the 2017-2018 Editor-in-Chief on March 22nd, 2017.

Dermody selected as next Kernel editor-in-chief

Matt Wickstrom
March 23, 2017
The psychedelic music of the Chris Robinson Brotherhood will radiate throughout Manchester Music Hall on March 25. 

Chris Robinson fosters brotherhood in band

Matt Wickstrom
March 19, 2017
The Dustbowl Revival will bring their big band sound infused with soul, funk, Americana, jazz, folk and swing influences to Willies Locally Known on March 14.

The Dustbowl Revival bring folk-funk to the forefront

Matt Wickstrom
March 9, 2017
The Moonshiners Ball has finalized its 2017 lineup, with Kentuckians Ben Sollee and Justin Wells leading the pack of new additions.

Ben Sollee, Justin Wells and more added to Moonshiner’s Ball

Matt Wickstrom
March 7, 2017
Esmé Patterson will perform in Lexington on March 4 with Lucero at Manchester Music Hall.

Esmé Patterson breaks free on ‘We Were Wild’

Matt Wickstrom
March 2, 2017
Derek Willis proposes to his girlfriend Keely Potts prior to the Wildcats game against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Rupp Arena on February 28, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky.

Derek Willis’ fiance, Keely, reflects on surprise proposal

Matt Wickstrom
March 2, 2017
The 2017 Moonshiners Ball will feature headlining musical performances from Con Brio, Lydia Loveless and The Marcus King Band.

Con Brio, Lydia Loveless, Marcus King to headline Moonshiner’s Ball

Matt Wickstrom
January 17, 2017
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Here Come The Mummies bring undead funk

Matt Wickstrom
November 30, 2016
Bryan Minks (second from the left) and his band The Kentucky Sons are one of many groups performing at Squallfest. 

Squallfest showcases eclectic music scene

Matt Wickstrom
October 10, 2016
The top male and female stein hoisters at Fridays competition will receive this commemorative ceramic stein

Bottoms up at The Burl

Matt Wickstrom
October 5, 2016
Saturdays benefit concert hopes to raise money to supply solar panels and other energy efficient upgrades to homes of low-income families

Concert series promotes solar energy

Matt Wickstrom
October 4, 2016

Carl Broemel: A man of many jackets

Matt Wickstrom
October 2, 2016
Judah and the Lion performing at Memorial Hall on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Lydia Emeric | Staff 

Hodge-podge of genres draws crowd to vote

Matt Wickstrom
September 28, 2016
Als Bar on South Limestone. Sunday, February 21, 2016 in Lexington, Ky.

Hoot and holler for poetry

Matt Wickstrom
September 25, 2016

Gannon creates Soulful Space

Matt Wickstrom
September 21, 2016
Warren Byrom performing inside Michlers Greenhouse.

Warren Byrom gets Native

Matt Wickstrom
September 20, 2016
Lexington five-piece “newgrass” group The Wooks have their sights set on the release of their debut album “Little Circles,” out Sept. 23. Photo provided by The Wooks

First Listen: The Wooks’ “Little Circles”

Matt Wickstrom
September 20, 2016
The Jon Stickley Trio performs at Northwestern Summitt on July 15. 

Jon Stickley Trio gets instrumental

Matt Wickstrom
September 18, 2016

Arrests made in string of early morning robberies

Matt Wickstrom
September 1, 2016
Lexington five-piece “newgrass” group The Wooks have their sights set on the release of their debut album “Little Circles,” out Sept. 23. Photo provided by The Wooks

Wooks make waves with debut ‘Little Circles’

Matt Wickstrom
August 22, 2016
Grant Curless of Johnny Conqueroo performing earlier this summer at the Moonshiners Ball in Berea.

Moontower 2016 to launch Lexington talent toward stardom

Matt Wickstrom
August 15, 2016
Katie Didit and Eric Smith of Moonshine District. The band performed at Floydfest 16.

Floydfest 16 gathers unique acts, handles unexpected curveball

Matt Wickstrom
August 2, 2016
Up-and-coming group Moonshine District got the call to perform at FloydFest in Floyd, Virginia

Lexington’s Moonshine District heads to Appalachian mountains for FloydFest

Matt Wickstrom
July 25, 2016
Rob Keenan, left, and Taylor Randall, right, perform as the duo Dawg Yawp. 

First Moonshiner’s Presents begins Friday night with Dawg Yawp

Matt Wickstrom
July 1, 2016
The 2016 lineup for ROMP is headlined by Old Crow Medicine show, The Del McCoury Band, Jerry Douglas, Infamous Stringdusters, The 23 String Band, Kentuckian and mandolin legend Sam Bush and several others.

Bluegrass fans to attend ROMP festival

Matt Wickstrom
June 23, 2016
Joe Schlaak and Ishi Wooton of Restless Leg String Band perform at the 2016 Festival of the Bluegrass last weekend.

Diverse Festival of the Bluegrass line-up celebrates the genre

Matt Wickstrom
June 16, 2016
The 23 String Band’s performance at Festival of the Bluegrass will be their first in nearly 18 months. 

The 23 String Band to perform at local festival

Matt Wickstrom
June 9, 2016
Ishi Wooton, pictured above, would set up camp in the main room of Graytful Gardens during the recording of Restless Leg String Bands first album. 

Restless Leg String Band guitarist on the making of the band’s first album

Matt Wickstrom
June 2, 2016
Darlingside will make their debut appearance at the Moonshiner’s Ball in Berea, Kentucky Saturday, May 21 at 8:30 p.m. on the West Sixth Brewing stage.

Massachusetts band to make an appearance at Moonshiner’s Ball

Matt Wickstrom
May 16, 2016
One of Moon Hoochs saxophonists Wenzl McGowen performs on stage with his bandmates at the 2015 Moonshiners Ball. To modify their sounds, both McGowen and Mike Wilbur add items like traffic cones and PVC pipes.

Moon Hooch to perform at Berea music festival

Matt Wickstrom
May 12, 2016
Town Mountain

Town Mountain returns to Lexington, will continue playing in June

Matt Wickstrom
April 15, 2016
The Blind Corn Liquor Pickers of Lexington will bring Appalachian blues to the Moonshiners Ball.

Region’s best readying for Moonshiner’s Ball music festival

Matt Wickstrom
April 15, 2016
Moonshine District will perform alongside some of the biggest acts in bluegrass at Floydfest this summer.

Mountain music rolling in with Moonshine District show Friday

Matt Wickstrom
April 7, 2016
Jonathan Bramel started playing guitar as a young boy, and went on to become a valued member of multiple bands in the Kentucky area.

Twanging in spring break with Kentucky bands Vessel, Fat Box

Matt Wickstrom
March 10, 2016
Vandaveer, a band led by Lexingtonian Mark Charles Heidinger, released its fifth full length album, The Wild Mercury, Feb. 19.

Vandaveer shows pride in its Lexington roots, releases new album

Matt Wickstrom
March 4, 2016
Driftwood Gypsy will perform at Als Bar on Friday. Photo provided by Kim Blackburn at The Starving Artist Kentucky.

Driftwood Gypsy’s ‘dabstomp’ roll from Al’s Bar through festival season

Matt Wickstrom
February 25, 2016
The Wooks Photo

Banjo-picking Wooks hit Green Lantern on Thursday

Matt Wickstrom
February 18, 2016

Turkuaz performs its funk with powerful special guests

Matt Wickstrom
February 4, 2016

Power-funk rolling into Lexington

Matt Wickstrom
February 3, 2016
Nick Dittmeier and the Sawdusters came out with a new album Midwest Heart Southern Blues in January. Image provided by the Nick Dittmeier and the Sawdusters

Southern rock, Americana rolling into Lexington

Matt Wickstrom
January 29, 2016

Yonder Mountain’s ‘jamgrass’ rocks Lyric Theatre

Matt Wickstrom
January 22, 2016
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