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Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman hosts Lexington kickoff event
Coleman's Lexington kickoff event was hosted on Thursday, April 23 in West Sixth Brewery. She is currently the only candidate to publicly announce a bid to be Kentucky’s next governor. Prior to being elected Lieutenant governor alongside Andy Beshear in 2018, Coleman was a high school basketball coach, civics teacher and assistant principal. “I think if there was ever a time to build an economy, it’s a great time for a teacher to be in the governor’s office,” Coleman said.
Council District 5 primary candidates answer questions about their campaigns
WUKY civics intern Gavin Breunig reached out to Council District 5 candidates to learn more about their campaigns. All three responded: Stephenie Hoelscher, Michael McLaughlin, and Nick Wolter, Why are you running for city council? Hoelscher: As policy director for the state Auditor's office, I led the team that counted untested sexual assault kits and was part of the effort to reform this broken system. Serial rapists were identified, survivors got closure, and more victims now submit kits.
Mayoral primary candidates answer questions about their campaigns
WUKY civics intern Gavin Breunig reached out to all seven mayoral candidates to learn more about their campaigns. Three responded: incumbant Mayor Linda Gorton and challengers Raquel E. Carter and C. E. Huffman. Why are you running for mayor? Gorton: My love and passion for serving the people of Lexington runs deep, rooted in my days here as a University of Kentucky nursing student.
Seven candidates are running to be Lexington's next mayor
2026 is an election year in Lexington. The mayor's seat and all city council seats will be on the ballot in November's general election. Two of those races will have a primary election on May 19. The point of a primary election is to choose the two candidates to appear on the final ballot. If there are only two filed candidates, both will automatically pass to the general election. If there are more than two, a primary election is held.
Students in recovery seek support at friendsgiving event
University of Kentucky students in recovery were offered a space to reflect on personal stories and connect with others over plates at first “Recovery Friendsgiving.” The event took place on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Hillary J. Boone Center, and was sponsored by UK’s Collegiate Recovery Program, which was started this semester by CRP coordinator Riley Chatterjee.
VIDEO: Campus friendsgiving offers students in recovery the opportunity to build community
The University of Kentucky’s new Collegiate Recovery Program connected students in recovery through food at their first Recovery Friendsgiving on Tuesday, Nov. 18. The event is part of a push from Riley Chatterjee, the CRP coordinator, to focus less on student outreach and more on supporting the community she’s worked to build over the past few months.
VIDEO: UK Graham Office teaches networking necessities through fashion show
On Nov. 19, the University of Kentucky Graham Office of Career Management hosted the first ever ‘First Impressions: Career Readiness Fashion Show.’ By showing off different ideas of casual and professional business wear, the event looked to prepare students to dress the part at networking events in the future.
PODCAST: Catching Up with the Kernel: Season 3 Episode 5
Categories: October 13, 2025 On this week’s episode of Catching Up with the Kernel, your hosts Sylvia Freire and Gavin Breunig inform you about Alumni Gym closing due to flooding and its partial reopening aimed for Oct. 20, Pro-Life Wildcats hosting “Make Gen Z Anti-Abortion” tour, DanceBlue “Ribbon Run 5K” fundraising to fight pediatric cancer and Lewis Honors college event exploring artificial intelligence impacts. About the Contributor
VIDEO: ‘It is what shapes us:’ Adam Agoub fosters community through his religious journey
Categories: October 7, 2025 Adam Agoub’s parents immigrated to the United States with the determination to succeed, shaping the foundation of Agoub’s religious journey. Agoub continued to grow at the University of Kentucky when he found the Muslim Student Association (MSA), an organization that has allowed him to reevaluate his life and reshape his religious perspective.
VIDEO: ‘Third-culture kid:’ Dan Wu’s experience as an Asian American
After immigrating to the United States from China at the age of eight, Dan Wu, Lexington’s vice mayor, always gives his all to help his community. As federal politics continue to target immigration at a national level, Wu reflects on his experience growing up and living as an Asian American, and how that shaped the man he has become today.
Catching Up with the Kernel: Season 3 Episode 4
Categories: October 3, 2025 On this week’s episode of Catching Up with the Kernel, your hosts Sylvia Freire and Gavin Breunig inform you about Laken Snelling waiving the right to a preliminary hearing, records revealed police believe former University of Kentucky student’s baby was full term and alive at birth, Kentucky football running back Jamarion Wilcox arrested and charged with sexual abuse, UK to determine future of partnerships and funding for identity-based groups and UK monitoring...
VIDEO: ‘Third-culture kid:’ Dan Wu’s experience as an Asian American
Categories: October 1, 2025 After immigrating to the United States from China at the age of eight, Dan Wu, Lexington’s vice mayor, always gives his all to help his community. As federal politics continue to target immigration at a national level, Wu reflects on his experience growing up and living as an Asian American, and how that shaped the man he has become today. Tags: About the Contributor
PODCAST: Catching Up with the Kernel: Season 3 Episode 3
Categories: September 27, 2025 On this week’s episode of Catching Up with the Kernel, your hosts Sylvia Freire and Gavin Breunig inform you about University of Kentucky students competing in the “Performative Masc Lesbian Competition,” students facing difficulty parking on campus, an appeal decision revealing that UK violated the open records act, UK students holding a vigil for victims of gun violence and UK implementing heightened security measures for the 2025-26 school year.
VIDEO: Durga Puja and Garba celebrations held at UK Original
On Sunday, Sept. 21, the Indian Wildcats Association held their second Garba night, but this year they held a Durga Puja celebration as well. The event aimed to capture Indian culture and bring the Lexington community closer to the country that’s thousands of miles away.
The major letdown that is ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’
Released on Sept. 5, 2025, “The Conjuring: Last Rites” is the finale to the widely popular “The Conjuring” horror movie series. The movies, set in 1970s United States, focus on a couple Ed and Lorraine Warren as they exorcize demons and different supernatural phenomena all around the world. Let me preface this by saying that I love movies and films of all kinds, but if I had to pick a least favorite genre of movie, it would have to be horror.
VIDEO: The legacy of CD Central: How Steve Baron influenced generations of music lovers
As the fifth record store set at 377 South Limestone, CD Central has been a cornerstone of the alternative Lexington community from its opening in 1995 to its closure on Sept. 7. As the store closes, owner Steve Baron reflects on his store and how it has affected the community during its 30 years of operation.
VIDEO: ‘It’s a way of being a feminist:’ UK students crown campus’ most performative male
Dozens of the University of Kentucky’s most performative males came together on Friday, Sept. 12, to put their reputations at stake and crown the top performative male at UK. A completely student organized event, hundreds of students came out to the ‘the bowl’ at William T. Young library to show support for their favorite contestants.
VIDEO: Bear & The Butcher host their 8th annual Oktoberfest
Bear & The Butcher host an Oktoberfest event every year, looking to bring some of the owner’s German heritage and culture to Lexington. With bratwurst, pretzels and take home Hofbräuhaus München steins, families and friends came just to get a taste of the Oktoberfest spirit.
Sacrificing sensitivity for a story: 9/11 journalism ethics
Ari Contreras 9/11 is an event that has been present in everyone’s minds ever since its occurrence. Even if someone doesn’t learn about its complexities and controversies in school, the media has spread its relevance throughout the years. Our constant exposure to this event has made us aware about our need to care for all those who were involved that day. No matter someone’s occupation or status, empathy is a common thread within those that learn about the terrible acts committed on 9/11.
VIDEO: Light up the night at the Water Lantern Festival
On Saturday, Aug. 30, the Lexington Water Lantern Festival was held at the Lexington Horse Park with the goal of building community. The event’s customizable lanterns fostered a unique sense of connection for attendees.
VIDEO: Tuition increase for 2025-26 school year
Categories: August 25, 2025 On June 13, the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees approved a motion that would increase tuition for almost all UK students by 3%. Student football and basketball ticket prices were both raised by over 50% as well, according to UK Athletics. UK Spokesperson Jay Blanton said the subject soon after the approval, explaining why the tuition raises were necessary. Tags:
Big Blue Move-in 2025
The University of Kentucky prepared to greet their incoming freshman students this past week with Big Blue Move-in. Come see how families are processing this massive change that will define the next four years of their lives.
VIDEO: What’s up with inflation
Inflation has been one of the hottest issues in the United States recently, as Americans are increasingly feeling as if they can’t afford even basic necessities. This struggle, along with the recently implemented economic plan of the Trump administration, is leaving many people to wonder where inflation might be headed.
The best of the best… for the Academy, at least.
Best Picture: “Anora” | Sammy Wynn The Oscar goes to “Anora,” but should it have? Like many nationwide, I didn’t expect the film to win best picture, especially with other blockbuster hits, such as “Conclave” or “The Brutalist.” Nominated alongside instant classics like those, how could “Anora” possibly win? Well, “Anora” winning was by no means a fluke. This gorgeous film, directed by Sean Baker and starring Mikey Madison, highlighted the sex worker community with honor and prestige.
VIDEO: Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center celebrates jazz music, history and community
Every Thursday from Jan. 9 until March 13 the Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center will be hosting a show as part of their Winter Jazz, Blues and Soul Series. Come behind the scenes and see what the organization hopes to put out there with this event.
VIDEO: Get ‘Enchanted’ at the Underground Formal
On Feb. 8, 2025, the University of Kentucky’s Student Activities Board worked alongside Underground Perspectives to bring UK students a breath of fresh air at their annual Underground Formal. Come see the behind the scenes of the planning of a night filled with dressing up, dancing and fun!
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