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FoodChain unveiled its new Neighborhood Green Grocery Friday, inviting Lexington residents in to check out what's on offer at the nonprofit's latest addition.
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Ellen Schmidt/AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt/APA series of cyberattacks targeting public water systems is raising concerns about the vulnerability of utilities. Gov. Andy Beshear doesn't believe Kentucky is among the states that have dealt with breaches, but he's warning the threat is real. -
Josh James/WUKYA water line replacement project on Fontaine Road has become a source of contention between Kentucky American Water, the mayor's office, and nearby residents. -
Josh James/WUKYKentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman is defending the University of Kentucky in a dispute with a sidelined law professor accused of making "repugnant" statements involving Israel.
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APA U.S. Senate committee chaired by Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul has voted to hold former White House chief medical advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt. -
Fayette County Board of Education / Public DomainFayette County Schools could be staring down a deficit more than twice as large as previous estimates suggested. The potential financial setback comes as Gov. Andy Beshear urges the district to part ways with its sidelined superintendent. -
Mariam Zuhaib/AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib/APRepublican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky says he’s been discharged from a rehabilitation center and will continue his recovery from home.
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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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.This week Josh and Joe discuss the Summer Big Three: Cucumber, Summer Squash, and Zucchini. From Raw to Deep Fried, and all points in-between, there are many ways to enjoy this vegetable trio. -
PodcastsThe Lexington Art League's annual Woodland Art Fair is one of Central Kentucky's largest free cultural events; with food and drink, musical performances throughout the weekend, and nearly 200 of the nation's finest artists. This year's event, August 15 &16, marks the fair's 50th anniversary. Tom Musgrave gets a preview from LAL assistant director Faville Donahue. -
PodcastsJacqueline Coleman, Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky, discusses coaching, classrooms, and campaigns. -
PodcastsScott Luallen discusses his 41-year career with the legendary Kentucky cowpunk band, Nine Pound Hammer.
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