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America’s 250th birthday celebrations are underway nationwide this weekend, featuring historic events, maritime parades, and fireworks as millions gather despite extreme heat
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Clay WallaceThe Kentucky Historical Society's new exhibit uses artifacts, art, and an intentionally empty display case to examine how the state's early settlement has been remembered, celebrated, and recontextualized. -
National Weather ServiceAn extreme heat warning remains in effect across Kentucky through Friday evening, with heat index values expected to reach as high as 112 degrees. Officials are urging you to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged outdoor activity, and use cooling centers if needed. -
Associated PressUPS never required detailed inspection of part that failed before engine flew off plane that crashedUPS never required the detailed inspections needed to spot the problem that allowed an engine to fly off one of its planes before it crashed and killed 15 people in Louisville last fall — even after Boeing recommended it years earlier. That's according to newly-released documents. -
Jenny Kane/AP/APA program utilized by tens of thousands of Kentuckians to help pay heating and cooling costs would be completely eliminated under the Trump administration's proposed budget. But Kentucky officials say they are operating on the assumption the funds will be allotted. -
Yuki Iwamura/Yuki Iwamura/FR171758 AP via AP/FR171758 APGov. Andy Beshear addressed the brewing tensions in the Democratic Party over recent wins by progressive and self-described Democratic Socialist candidates in primaries. -
Adobe StockAbout one in 14 Kentuckians who rely on food assistance have lost their benefits since the implementation of House Resolution 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” according to the Kentucky Center for Economic Policy.
Radio Shows & Music
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Rock and Roots celebrates America's Birthday with a showcase of Americana music and a time capsule of the golden music of 1976. Join Joe Conkwright and John Lee for a listening party on Rock & Roots this weekend - 10 am to 2 pm Friday, and Saturday noon to 5 pm.Only on 91.3 or streaming live @ wuky.org or the free WUKY app. -
10 Foot Pole brings the Roots of Lexington Music Scene back to life at the next Tahlsound, Sunday June 28th at the Great Lawn Stage behind Oleika Shriners Temple, 326 Southland Drive.10 Foot Pole and Rebeca Rego join Joe Conkwright for a conversation on Rock & Roots. Recorded June 16, 2026. -
WUKY Listener Walt Remondini returns as a guest host for The Rock & Roots Special Edition. This program aired first on Saturday, March 7, 2026. -
Molly Tuttle stops by WUKY's Rock & Roots and joins host Joe Conkwright.Recorded live on Thursday, August 14, 2025. -
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Rodney Crowell Featuring Tyler Bryant (The Twenty One Song Salute (Owed to G.G. Shinn and Cléoma Falcon)), Mt. Joy (Lucy), St Paul & the Broken Bones (Sushi And Coca Cola), Tame Impala (End Of Summer), Alison Krauss & Union Station (One Ray Of Shine), & Christone "Kingfish" Ingram (Voodoo Charm)!
Podcasts
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Tom's guests this week are Lucy Jones, founder of the Harry Dean Stanton Fest, which is July 10th through 12th in Lexington, and multiple award-winning actress, Sean Young, joining in over Zoom, who is part of the roster of guests coming to town to celebrate Kentucky native and acclaimed actor Harry Dean Stanton. -
PodcastsLexington Parks and Recreation has long offered programs that provide opportunities for persons with disabilities to enjoy activities through recreation, leisure, and play. Dr. Greg talks with Therapeutic Recreation Manager Jill Farmer. -
PodcastsWhen the Lexington Philharmonic takes the stage next Friday for its annual patriotic concert celebrating Independence Day, it will be opening its 65th season here in central Kentucky. Tom Musgrave welcomes newly re-signed music director and conductor, Melisse Brunet, and executive director, Brooke Raby, for a preview of coming attractions.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.It's now peak Blackberry season, and this week Josh provides some tricks to make the best Blackberry Cobbler, and Joe suggests an ingredient to surprise and spice up your taste buds.
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