WMKY Feature Reports

The Rowan County Veteran’s Museum makes changes to preserve exhibits

The building was originally constructed in 1937, and since 2001 has been the home of hundreds of pieces of military history including uniforms, weapons, gear and other materials.

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Kentucky educators confront possible consequences of poor school attendance in college and beyond

According to Kentucky’s Teacher Advisory Council, about 30% of students were chronic absentees last school year, double the rate pre-COVID.

Morehead Turtle Walk highlighting Sheltowee Trail opens Phase 2

The second phase of Morehead’s Turtle Walk is here, and the Rowan County Art Center is looking for sponsors and artists.

MSU Space Science Center celebrates successful lunar landing

Thursday, February 22, 2024 will go down in the books as a flashpoint in history, the day the very first commercial lander successfully touched down on the moon.

Morehead Sister Cities welcomes musicians from across the Atlantic

The Morehead Sister Cities Program presented an evening of music from Northern Ireland on Monday, November 13 at the Rowan County Arts Center. Performers traveled from Ballymena, Ireland, one of Morehead’s two Sister Cities.

Centennial Bronze Eagle unveiled on the campus of Morehead State University

With a wingspan of nearly 12 feet, the new eagle sculpture on the campus of Morehead State University is a sight to behold.

Morehead State Football holds Special Olympics Day

Morehead State University hosted an annual sporting event on campus last month that officials said aimed to promote unity and passion among athletes and the community alike.

MSU Traditional Music student receives international recognition  

Senior Traditional Music student, Lucy Becker, was awarded two International Bluegrass Music Association scholarships, the Sally Ann Forrester Scholarship and the Rick Lang Music Songwriter Scholarship.

Longtime Rowan County softball coach, Larry Slone, retires after historic season

After a record-setting season, Rowan County Senior High School Softball Coach Larry Slone retired last month from the program he helped create in 1994.

WMKY Feature: Basketball Tournaments in Morehead

Morehead's Parks & Recreation Department has found success in hosting basketball tournaments in Laughlin Health Building. WMKY's Caleb Fugate has more...

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