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Morgan announced her retirement from Murray State, after working here for 47 years.
Jeanie Morgan says Goodbye to MSU
April 17, 2024
Veteran coordinator shines light on mental health
Veteran coordinator shines light on mental health
April 11, 2024
College students face shortage of counseling services
College students face shortage of counseling services
April 11, 2024
Journey Church hosts mental health series
Journey Church hosts mental health series
April 11, 2024
Unraveling Faculty Burnout at Murray State
Unraveling Faculty Burnout at Murray State
April 11, 2024
Racer Dining made a post on socials featuring this graphic.
Alarms cause evacuation at Curris Center
April 1, 2024
Students stand outside Faculty Hall waiting for the all-clear from the fire department.
Students, faculty evacuate building after fire alarm signals
January 31, 2024
The Murray State gates were damaged mid-morning on Jan. 30.
UPDATE: Murray State gates damaged Tuesday morning
January 30, 2024
Dannis Seay/ photo courtesy of Calloway County Jail
Former Murray State cheerleader enters guilty plea
August 30, 2023
Screenshot taken from Calloway County Circuit Court virtual meeting.
Sotomayor pleads not guilty in Townsend murder
May 4, 2021
Freshman shortstop Parker Holcombe tags out a Belmont runner at second.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball win first game then lose second in double header against Belmont
April 17, 2024
Senior Lily Fischer and the dugout celebrate a safe call from the umpire.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball drop weekend series against Drake after second game walk off
April 15, 2024
Senior sprinter Lucia Herrero Yanez running a relay during a Murray State home meet.
Student athletes battle through mental illness
April 11, 2024
The entire womens golf team with head coach Philip Nelson after winning the tournament.
PHOTOS: Women’s Golf team celebrates senior weekend with a win
April 10, 2024
Junior infielder Carson Garner hits the ball.
PHOTOS: Racers Baseball lose weekend series after a first game walk off
April 9, 2024
Junior infielder Carson Garner hits the ball.
PHOTOS: Racers Baseball lose weekend series after a first game walk off
April 9, 2024
VIDEO: Carson Garner takes aim at the next level
April 8, 2024
Graduate infielder Taylor Howell hits a homerun.
PHOTOS: Murrays State Baseball drops another home game
April 4, 2024
Bland attempts to tag out a Belmont player at second base.
PHOTOS: Racers Baseball struggles against Belmont Bruins
April 1, 2024
Senior infielder Preston Shelton throws the ball to first base for an out.
PHOTOS: Baseball run-rules Western Kentucky in mid week game
March 27, 2024
Murray State bench celebrates after a made three point shot.
Racers advance to MVC Quarterfinals
March 15, 2024
Women’s head coach Rechelle Turner looks toward the bench in disappointment during the Racers’ game against the Belmont Bruins.
Opinion: What’s the wage gap at Murray State?
March 14, 2024
The Racers’ bench explodes in celebration after a play from freshman guard Zoe Stewart.
PREVIEW: Racers go hooping in the Heartland
March 14, 2024
PHOTOS: Mens Basketball heartbreaking loss at MVC tournament
PHOTOS: Men’s Basketball heartbreaking loss at MVC tournament
March 9, 2024
Junior guard JaCobi Wood makes a move around a Missouri State defender.
Racers’ season ends in St. Louis
March 8, 2024
Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Preview: Fall sports get rolling
August 17, 2023
Murray State cross country competed in the OVC Championship meet on Monday, March 1. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Cross country competes in OVC Championship
March 3, 2021
Both Murray State cross country teams are scheduled to compete in the OVC Championship meet on Monday, March 1. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Cross country to compete in OVC Championship
February 28, 2021
Sophomore Robert Gibson placed seventh overall at the Kentucky Indoor Collegiate. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Cross country finishes regular season at Kentucky Indoor Collegiate
February 22, 2021
The Murray State womens cross country team placed second in the Murray State Open at Miller Memorial Golf Course. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Women’s team places second, men’s fifth in Murray State Open
February 8, 2021
Former Murray State linebacker Quincy Williams after being drafted by the Jaguars in 2019.
Former Racer receives NFL All-Pro honors
January 25, 2024
Justin Morgan goes for a layup. (Nov. 1)
PHOTOS: Racer Athletics Fall 2023 highlights
January 16, 2024
Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Murray State finds new head football coach
January 10, 2024
Head Coach Dean Hood leads the Racers out before the last home game of the season.
Murray State head football coach retires
January 1, 2024
Junior Outside Linebacker Chris Hill Jr. walks off the field after a loss.
Racers lose to Bison, losing streak extends to four
October 28, 2023
The entire womens golf team with head coach Philip Nelson after winning the tournament.
PHOTOS: Women’s Golf team celebrates senior weekend with a win
April 10, 2024
Senior Quinn Easton was selected to represent the OVC at the NCAA SAAC. Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Golf teams look to improve record
August 25, 2021
Senior Raeysha Surendran takes a strong swing in the OVC Tournament. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Women’s golf places fourth in OVC Tournament
April 29, 2021
Head Coach Eddie Hunt poses with his OVC pin flag, which the other coaches in the conference signed to celebrate his 20-year career at Murray State. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Hunt honored in last OVC Tournament
April 29, 2021
The Murray State womens golf team poses after winning the Jan Weaver Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Dave Winder/Racer Athletics)
Women’s golf finishes regular season in victory
April 15, 2021
Students play pickleball in the Wellness Center. (Photo courtesy of Travis Rawe)
Spring intramurals available amid pandemic
February 3, 2021
Murray State is planning to offer typical spring intramural sports in 2021 after having to cancel sports like softball and flag football in the fall. (Photo courtesy of Murray State)
Intramural sports roll on: intramural sports continue play during the pandemic.
November 4, 2020
Registration for fall intramural sports is open via imleagues.com
New fall intramural sports offered
August 26, 2020
Savannah Sawyer || The News
Murray State prepares to help students maintain healthy lifestyle amidst pandemic
July 27, 2020
Junior gtgBryce Robinson and senior Sydney Simpson officiate an intramural basketball game. (Photo courtesy of Travis Rawe)
Intramural officiating teaches future life skills for students
March 15, 2020
Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Preview: Fall sports get rolling
August 17, 2023
Freshman Kylie Delaney aims down the sights in the NCAA Qualifier against UT Martin. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Racers beat UT Martin in NCAA Qualifier, Kiuru and Henry selected for NCAA Championship
February 23, 2021
Freshman Allison Henry placed first overall in the match against Jacksonville State. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Rifle ends regular season with win over Jacksonville State
February 16, 2021
Freshman Emily Endecott lines up her target on Saturday, Jan. 23, at Pat Spurgin Rifle Range. (Photo courtesy of Dave Winder/Racer Athletics)
Rifle’s season-high score not enough to top Kentucky
January 25, 2021
The Racers ended the fall portion of the 2020-21 season by outshooting Jacksonville State 4673-4644. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Racer rifle beats Jacksonville State: ends fall portion on a high note
November 25, 2020
Justin Morgan goes for a layup. (Nov. 1)
PHOTOS: Racer Athletics Fall 2023 highlights
January 16, 2024
Sophomore forward Sydney Etter passes the ball up to her teammate.
Soccer loses last home game
October 22, 2023
Sophomore forward Syndey Etter settles a ball on her way down the pitch.
Soccer ties for third consecutive game
September 27, 2023
Senior forward Chloe Barnthouse takes a shot on goal.
Racers draw in first conference game
September 22, 2023
Sophomore Sydney Etter tries to maintain possession of the ball.
PHOTOS: Murray State Women’s Soccer vs Missouri State
September 19, 2023
Freshman shortstop Parker Holcombe tags out a Belmont runner at second.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball win first game then lose second in double header against Belmont
April 17, 2024
Senior Lily Fischer and the dugout celebrate a safe call from the umpire.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball drop weekend series against Drake after second game walk off
April 15, 2024
The Racers softball team in the dugout during the game.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball struggle in two day weekend series
April 8, 2024
The team in front of the dugout before the game. The team wore green on Sunday for St. Patricks day.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball wins series over UIC
March 19, 2024
Sophomore pitcher Bre Haislip high-fives Assistant Coach Zack Parsons.
PHOTOS: Softballs shines at Velvet Milkman Classic
February 28, 2024
Women’s head coach Rechelle Turner looks toward the bench in disappointment during the Racers’ game against the Belmont Bruins.
Opinion: What’s the wage gap at Murray State?
March 14, 2024
Redshirt sophomore quarterback DJ Williams tucks the ball and runs for a first down.
Commentary: Offense shines, defense falters
October 12, 2023
Murray States time in the OVC is coming to a close and it is time for the university to make a move elsewhere. Photo courtesy of Dave Winder/Racer Athletics.
Jakob’s Take: Murray State’s time in the OVC is up
October 6, 2021
Kobe Bryant walks through a tunnel to the locker room in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. (Photo courtesy of @TopDawgEnt/Twitter)
Lakers legend gone too soon: Kobe Bryant, daughter and seven others killed in helicopter crash
February 3, 2020
Gauging Gage: Student-athletes can profit off of their likeness: Here’s what the NCAA isn’t telling us
Gauging Gage: Student-athletes can profit off of their likeness: Here’s what the NCAA isn’t telling us
October 31, 2019
Senior sprinter Lucia Herrero Yanez running a relay during a Murray State home meet.
Student athletes battle through mental illness
April 11, 2024
Former Murray State linebacker Quincy Williams after being drafted by the Jaguars in 2019.
Former Racer receives NFL All-Pro honors
January 25, 2024
The Murray State womens basketball team poses with Head Coach Rechelle Turner after her 100th win. Photo courtesy of David Eaton/Racer Athletics.
Turner gets 100th win at Murray State
January 25, 2024
Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Murray State finds new head football coach
January 10, 2024
Head Coach Dean Hood leads the Racers out before the last home game of the season.
Murray State head football coach retires
January 1, 2024
Senior Anja Loncarevic makes a strong two-handed return during a set in the OVC Tournament match against Austin Peay. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Tennis falls to Austin Peay in OVC Tournament
April 29, 2021
Senior Sara Loncarevic sets up to return the ball. (Photo courtesy of Dan Hasko/Racer Athletics)
Austin Peay dominates tennis to end regular season
April 20, 2021
Freshman Sarah Bureau takes swing to return the ball during a weekend of conference competition. (Photo courtesy of Dan Hasko/Racer Athletics)
Tennis splits over the weekend to stay .500
April 18, 2021
Senior Stasya Sharapova returns the ball with a backhand volley. (Photo courtesy of Dan Hasko/Racer Athletics)
Tennis shuts out UT Martin
April 9, 2021
Senior Sara Loncarevic forehands the ball against Jacksonville State. (Photo courtesy of Dan Hasko/Racer Athletics)
Tennis wins fourth straight match, improves to 6-6
March 30, 2021
Sophomore thrower Alexis Meloche won the javelin event at the Jim Green Invitational hosted by UK. Photo courtesy of Ben Nichols.
Track and field preps for conference meet
May 4, 2023
A pair of Racer runners compete in the Kentucky Invitational. (Photo courtesy of UK Athletic Media Relations)
Track finishes outdoor season at Kentucky Invitational
May 5, 2021
Sophomore Meghan Fletcher took first place in the high jump at the Margaret Simmons Invite. (Photo courtesy of Justine Ertl/Racer Athletics)
Racers take first place, relay teams dazzle at Margaret Simmons Invite
March 31, 2021
Junior distance runner Emma Creviston competed in the steeplechase competition. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Track competes in Bill Cornell Invite
March 24, 2021
Junior Brooke Misukonis competes in the pole vault at the Marshall Invite. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Racers tally four first-place finishes, eight personal records at Marshall Invite
February 15, 2021
Justin Morgan goes for a layup. (Nov. 1)
PHOTOS: Racer Athletics Fall 2023 highlights
January 16, 2024
Senior libero Dahlia Miller serves against Northern Iowa.
Volleyball struggles in last home weekend
November 10, 2023
Freshman middle blocker Lily Burnett goes to block a shot against Evansville.
Burnett wins first MVC Player of the Week
September 27, 2023
Senior outside hitter Darci Metzger goes up for a spike against Evansville.
Volleyball goes undefeated to start conference play
September 27, 2023
Sophomore outside hitter Federica Nuccio gets ready to spike the ball over the net. Photo courtesy of David Eaton/Racer Athletics.
Preview: Volleyball prepare for season opener
August 24, 2023
The 48th annual Racer Round-up Rodeo was held at the Cherry Expo Center on Nov. 16-18. The championship rounds of all events were held on Saturday, Nov. 18.
PHOTOS: Murray State hosts 48th annual Racer Round-up Rodeo
November 27, 2023
Photo courtesy of Paige Bold.
Murray State cancels university-sponsored travel for fall semester
July 29, 2020
Photo courtesy of Paige Bold.
Murray State announces guidelines for the upcoming fall semester
July 29, 2020
Photo courtesy of Paige Bold.
Students required to schedule appointment to move in
July 27, 2020
The Murray State Esports Team Advanced to the Second Round of the Tespa Play-in Tournament.(Richard Thompson/TheNews)
ESports club looking to expand on campus
September 20, 2019
With statistics across the board revealing high mental health rates, it is up to the residential colleges to support students with some of their mental health needs.
Residential colleges support students with mental health programs
April 11, 2024
John Moreland released album Visitor on April 5.
The News Reviews: ‘Visitor’ by John Moreland
April 11, 2024
Students pose for a picture.
PHOTOS: Res Life hosts Pride Prom
April 8, 2024
The top five contestants of the Ms. MSU pageant pose together with Culp and McGowan.
PHOTOS: SGA hosts annual Ms. MSU pageant
April 8, 2024
After more than two decades with the University, ONeal celebrated her retirement in March, surrounded by friends and coworkers. Photo provided by Jeremy McKeel.
Campus videographer retires after 26 years
April 4, 2024
John Moreland released album Visitor on April 5.
The News Reviews: ‘Visitor’ by John Moreland
April 11, 2024
Cody Jinks released new album Change the Game in March.
The News Reviews: ‘Change the Game’ by Cody Jinks
April 4, 2024
Graphic by College Heights Herald Commentary Editor Price Wilborn.
Defending DEI against legislative threats is vital to the future of Kentucky
March 29, 2024
Grande released her seventh album eternal sunshine on March 8. Photo by Emma Sheehan, usable under creative commons license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/)
Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’
March 14, 2024
House Bill 509 threatens access to public records
March 14, 2024
Photo of Todd Snider from his Instagram account @toddsniderlive.
The News Reviews: ‘Crank It, We’re Doomed’
November 16, 2023
An image of a Hawaiian sunset created by Adobes AI program, Adobe Firefly.
Our View: AI Can Not Replace the Brain
August 24, 2023
Our view: Twitter Blue risks safety of users
Our view: Twitter Blue risks safety of users
May 4, 2023
Our view: Children need to be in school, not working at stockyards
Our view: Children need to be in school, not working at stockyards
April 27, 2023
Our View: Young candidates need the opportunity to shine
Our View: Young candidates need the opportunity to shine
April 20, 2023
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
March 7, 2024
Letter to the Editor 11/14/19
Letter to the Editor 11/14/19
November 14, 2019
Letter to Editor 10-24-19
Letter to Editor 10-24-19
October 26, 2019
Letter to the Editor 9-14-17
September 14, 2017
Letter to the Editor 3-16-17
March 14, 2017
Freshman shortstop Parker Holcombe tags out a Belmont runner at second.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball win first game then lose second in double header against Belmont
April 17, 2024
Senior Lily Fischer and the dugout celebrate a safe call from the umpire.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball drop weekend series against Drake after second game walk off
April 15, 2024
Visitors to Cape Girardeau, Mo., flock to the riverfront to view the eclipse. The city welcomed more than 20,000 tourists during the eclipse on Monday, April 8.
2024 Solar Eclipse draws over 20,000 viewers to Cape Girardeau; boosts local tourism and economy
April 10, 2024
The entire womens golf team with head coach Philip Nelson after winning the tournament.
PHOTOS: Women’s Golf team celebrates senior weekend with a win
April 10, 2024
Eclipse Brings More Business to Paducah
Eclipse Brings More Business to Paducah
April 9, 2024
VIDEO: Carson Garner takes aim at the next level
April 8, 2024
VIDEO: Bluey Club attracts following
April 4, 2024
Zine workshop sparks conversations during Women’s History Month
March 14, 2024
Careernival 2024
January 31, 2024
VIDEO: Racer Review, the Holiday Edition
VIDEO: Racer Review, the Holiday Edition
November 30, 2023

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Raleigh Hightower

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor

Raleigh Hightower joined the staff of The Murray State News as a Lifestyle writer in fall 2021 and became Editor in Spring 2022. He enjoys writing about art and is a big fan of art museums. He is a political science major and hopes to attend law school in the future.

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The News’ seniors sign off

Dionte Berry, Emery Wainscott, Will Groves, and Raleigh Hightower
May 4, 2023
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First place piece Hügelland by Susan Krieb on display in the Biology Buildings Atrium on April 28. (Jayden Hayn/The News)

New art exhibition celebrates biodiversity, nature

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
May 4, 2023
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Vanderbilt Law School Professor Francesca Procaccini delivers the 45th annual Waterfield Lecture in the curris Center Ballroom on April 25. (Photo courtesy of Jeremy McKeel)

Legacy lecture series explores free speech in schools

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
April 27, 2023
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Kay Shackelfords honey, im home exhbiot on display in the Clara M. Eagle Gallery as a part of the senior practicum and BFA exhibitions on display. (Abbie Michalek/The News)

Senior art exhibits explore domesticity, religion

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
April 20, 2023
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Man rides bicycle through rural Mexico in Jesus Morenos Hoy No Hoy Gasolina. (Photo courtesy of Dana Thompson)

Rising prices, biodiversity win at photo competition

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
April 20, 2023
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The Main Street Market location at 416 Main St. in its current condition following a series of renovations. (Photo Courtesy of Carrie Bryant)

Grocery store aims to provide variety, local sourcing

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
April 14, 2023
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Exhibit showcases students professional skills

Exhibit showcases students professional skills

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
March 30, 2023
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Diana Tunnel is a local drag queen who performs and hosts several drag shows in Murray. (Photo courtesy of Diana Tunnel)

Local drag performer speaks out on anti-drag bill

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
March 9, 2023
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Gregory and Avery Barnes stand alongside friends, family and investors at the grand opening of Frutta Bowls and Saladworks on March 1. (Emma Fisher/The News)

New restaurant opening promotes healthy eating

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
March 9, 2023
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The original Ice House Gallery facility was destroyed in the tornado that came through Mayfield on Dec. 10, 2021. (Photo courtesy of IceHouseGallery on Facebook)

Art sale aims to support new Mayfield art gallery

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
February 16, 2023
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The inaugural Kentucky Comedy Festival comes to Lovett Auditorium on Oct. 19-20. (Photo courtesy of Ben Wilson)

Alumnus set to bring comedy festival to campus

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
February 16, 2023
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The Model United Nations team returns to the National Model U.N. in New York City in April 2023 for the first time since 2018. (Photo courtesy of @murraystatemun on Instagram)

Model UN readies for national competition

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
February 9, 2023
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Jumpstart January is the first event in a monthly series hosted by Racers Empower. (Photo Courtesy of Peggy Whaley)

Monthly event series promotes success, fights stigma

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
January 26, 2023
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The cast of the 86th Campus Lights production join each other on stage to conclude the Jan. 20th performance of Big Fish. (Photo courtesy of Jeremey McKeel)

Campus Lights celebrates 86th annual production

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
January 26, 2023
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(From left) Kyle Heideman, Case Thomason and Garrett Kieser hold awards. (Photo courtesy of Ryan Goke)

Speech and Debate finishes second at tourney

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
November 17, 2022
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Six pieces of art from the Professional Blend XIII exhibit on display in the Mary Ed Mecoy Hall Gallery. (Raleigh Hightower/The News)

Art students develop professional skills in exhibit

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
November 10, 2022
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Staff Picks: Five horror movies to watch before Halloween

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
October 27, 2022
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Actors pose in the waiting area of Talon Falls Screampark located in Graves County, KY. (Photo courtesy of @talonfalls on Facebook)

Top tips to get your tricks and treats this fall

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
October 20, 2022
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One of the 21 flags displayed in the faculty offices on the second floor of Alexander Hall. (Raleigh Hightower/The News)

Scavenger hunt celebrates Hispanic heritage

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
October 13, 2022
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Art from Ray Hortons essay The Praise Band to English Professor Pipeline featured in Post45s collection W(h)ither the Christian Right?

Professor’s early life prompts writing, research

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
September 28, 2022
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Randy Simmons You and the Clouds drawing portrays his mother at the onset of COVID-19.

Centennial juried exhibit celebrates alumni artists

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
September 22, 2022
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Tickets for The Yellow Sign are available for purchase at theyellowsign.com.

Local physician brings horror play to the public theatre

Raleigh Hightower, Lifestyle Editor
September 1, 2022
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