Josh James

Reporter / Webmaster

Josh James fell in love with college radio at Western Kentucky University's student station, New Rock 92 (now known as Revolution 91.7). After working as a DJ and Program Director, he knew he wanted to come home to Lexington and try his hand in public radio.

In 2003, he joined WUKY as a part-time reporter and weekend announcer. He's earned several awards from the Kentucky Associated Press, including Best Radio Documentary in 2005. An avid music fan raised on The Beatles and British Invasion rock, James also enjoyed a stint in the programming department, hosting WUKY's Rock & Roots from 11-1 pm weekdays.  He currently works as a reporter and webmaster for the station. When he's off duty, James enjoys songwriting, philosophy, and kicking back with his cat, Brooklyn.

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Local/Regional News
2:07 pm
Wed September 12, 2012

UK Welcomes Its Largest First-Year Class

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UK Students Standing In Library

LEXINGTON, Ky. - The University of Kentucky’s new first-year class is already one for the record books.

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Arts & Music
12:52 pm
Wed September 12, 2012

CD Central Top 10 New Albums

See the top records on sale at CD Central this week.

Arts & Music
12:33 pm
Wed September 12, 2012

WATCH: Ben Sollee's "Unfinished"

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From NPR: Ben Sollee's forthcoming album Half Made Man positively soars, with cellos used to feed the drama and fuel Sollee's ruminations on the pursuit of meaning in modern life. Watch "Unfinished" below.


Local/Regional News
2:56 pm
Mon September 10, 2012

Program Steers Young Drivers In The Right Direction

LEXINGTON, Ky. - Young drivers will soon have a new practice pad in Lexington where they can learn defensive driving techniques.

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Local/Regional News
2:52 pm
Mon September 10, 2012

Kentucky Bourbon Festival Turns 21

BARDSTOWN, Ky. - The Kentucky Bourbon Festival comes to Bardstown Tuesday. The  event is expected to attract another record crowd this year.

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Local/Regional News
6:00 am
Mon September 10, 2012

Double Crossover Diamond In The National Spotlight Again

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Mock Up Of Double Crossover Diamond In Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. - Lexington’s double crossover diamond on Harrodsburg Road is once again receiving national recognition – this time as one of the country’s ten best transportation projects.

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Local/Regional News
2:18 pm
Fri September 7, 2012

Governor's School For The Arts Suspends New Media Program

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New Media Student With The Governor's School For The Arts

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts has doubled in size over the past 25 years, but recent statewide budget cuts are forcing the organization to shelve its newest program.

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Local/Regional News
2:53 pm
Wed September 5, 2012

Shriners Hospital Could Join UK Medical Complex

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Shriners Hospital Off Richmond Road In Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. - The University of Kentucky is in talks with Shiners Hospitals for Children to relocate its Richmond Road facility to South Limestone.

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Local/Regional News
5:09 pm
Tue September 4, 2012

Lexington Police Aim To Meet Victims' "Spiritual Needs"

LEXINGTON, Ky. - The Lexington Police Department is rolling out a new program designed to help crime victims handle emotional stress in the wake of tragic events.

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Local/Regional News
3:59 pm
Thu August 30, 2012

Toyota Facing Class Action Lawsuit From Paint Workers

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GEORGETOWN, Ky. - An ongoing dispute between Toyota paint shop workers and the automaker can go ahead as a class action lawsuit. The ruling was recently handed down by Scott Circuit Court Judge Rob Johnson.

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