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Students hunt for internship opportunities
December 13, 2024
Murray State offers Artificial Intelligence minor
Murray State offers Artificial Intelligence minor
December 5, 2024
Students bring inclusion to Greek life
Students bring inclusion to Greek life
December 5, 2024
The Murray State Board of Regents voted to have Aaron Thompson receive an honorary doctorate award at the December Commencement Ceremony.
Board of Regents to award an honorary doctorate
November 28, 2024
Winslow provides food options for students with allergies
Winslow provides food options for students with allergies
November 21, 2024
City council results in incumbent losing re-election effort.
Murray City Council sees incumbent lose re-election effort
November 5, 2024
The political divide between residents ends with Calloway County going red in the presidential election.
Calloway County goes red in presidential election
November 5, 2024
BREAKING: Lawrent Rice arrested
BREAKING: Lawrent Rice arrested
October 28, 2024
Murray State president Bob Jackson announced his intention to retire effective June 30, 2025.
Regents begin search for 15th president
October 1, 2024
Murray State president Bob Jackson announces retirement
Murray State president Bob Jackson announces retirement
September 30, 2024
Sports Spotlight: Rowing makes memories with every stroke
Sports Spotlight: Rowing makes memories with every stroke
December 5, 2024
Senior guard Terence Harcum defends a Utah Valley player.
PHOTOS: Racers lose to Utah Valley in final second
November 26, 2024
Men's basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley
Men’s basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley
November 25, 2024
Women's Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis
Women’s Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis
November 25, 2024
Volleyball swept by Belmont in final regular season game
Volleyball swept by Belmont in final regular season game
November 19, 2024
Racer baseball sees two players drafted
August 20, 2024
PHOTOS: Baseball sweeps Valpo in last home series
PHOTOS: Baseball sweeps Valpo in last home series
May 14, 2024
Vogel goes to hug Hawthrone after hitting a homerun.
Baseball sweeps mid-week series
May 3, 2024
Senior Nathan Holler closes out the game on the mound for the Racers.
Baseball takes two from Illinois State
April 30, 2024
The dugout celebrates Howell's grand slam.
PHOTOS: Racers Baseball celebrate their alumni with a weekend series win over Illinois State
April 30, 2024
Senior guard Terence Harcum defends a Utah Valley player.
PHOTOS: Racers lose to Utah Valley in final second
November 26, 2024
Men's basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley
Men’s basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley
November 25, 2024
Women's Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis
Women’s Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis
November 25, 2024
Racers can’t finish after first half lead against No. 7 LSU
Racers can’t finish after first half lead against No. 7 LSU
November 19, 2024
Photo by Stephen Furst
Lindsay’s 27 leads men’s basketball over Middle Tennessee
November 17, 2024
Cross country teams wrap up season at NCAA Southeast Regionals
November 17, 2024
Cross Country places ninth and 11th at MVC Championships
November 5, 2024
Cross Country squads strong on the road
October 21, 2024
Freshmen lead Cross Country to top finishes
October 7, 2024
Murray State men’s and women’s cross country teams huddle up before their respective meets. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Cross Country teams set the pace for the 2024 season with third and fourth-place finishes
September 3, 2024
Head coach Jody Wright answers questions at the postgame press conference.
Football comes up short against Kentucky
November 19, 2024
Football drops Senior Day clash against Missouri State
Football drops Senior Day clash against Missouri State
November 11, 2024
Head coach Jody Wright in disbelief after a call from the referee.
Football’s struggles continue, lose to #3 South Dakota State
November 5, 2024
Sophomore defensive back Esteban Guillory tackles a NDSU receiver.
PHOTOS: Racers fall short against No. 1 ranked North Dakota State
October 29, 2024
Football falls in North Dakota State's first trip to Murray
Football falls in North Dakota State’s first trip to Murray
October 29, 2024
Women's Golf places third in The Robbie
Women’s Golf places third in The Robbie
October 28, 2024
Photo courtesy of Dave Winder/Murray State Athletics
Men’s golf finishes ninth in the Outer Banks
October 23, 2024
Senior Trey Lewis hits out of the bunker.
PHOTOS: Racers win “The Buddy” Championship
October 22, 2024
Freshman Tina Von Arx hits out of the bunker.
Women’s golf places 11th at Red Wolves Classic
October 16, 2024
Dave Winder/ Murray State Athletics
Men’s golf wins “The Buddy” championship
October 16, 2024
Competitive spirt thrives in Intramurals
October 17, 2024
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
Rifle finishes second in Lexington
November 17, 2024
Rifle goes 2-0 in Columbus
November 5, 2024
Rifle bests Morehead State in OVC clash
October 21, 2024
Rifle wins season opener against UT Martin
October 7, 2024
Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Preview: Fall sports get rolling
August 17, 2023
Sports Spotlight: Murray State Soccer
Sports Spotlight: Murray State Soccer
November 14, 2024
The Murray State Women's Soccer team gathers postgame after tying with Missouri State University 0-0.
RECAP: Soccer finishes regular season; misses MVC Tournament
October 27, 2024
Junior forward Mary Hardy and freshman midfielder Natalie Miller celebrate with Sydney Etter after her goal.
PHOTOS: Racers go 1-1 in final two home matches
October 23, 2024
Sophomore forward Sydney Etter fights for possession of the ball.
RECAP: Soccer splits last two home games
October 22, 2024
Soccer searches for first conference win
October 17, 2024
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 State's 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
Yantko unveils CFSB Center renovation plans
Yantko unveils CFSB Center renovation plans
September 13, 2024
Redshirt freshman guard Zoe Stewart defends an Indiana State player.
Former women’s basketball player arrested
May 3, 2024
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 women's 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
Campigotto picks up 100th career win as Tennis concludes fall season
November 5, 2024
The Murray State tennis team following their win over Valparaiso. Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Tennis bring home three MVC titles at Fall Championships
October 7, 2024
The Murray State tennis team celebrates its placement in the 2024 NCAA Tournament bracket.
Tennis goes dancing in NCAA Tournament
May 1, 2024
The Murray State tennis team following their win over Valparaiso. Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Tennis wins MVC regular season championship
April 25, 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
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 14, 2021
Volleyball swept by Belmont in final regular season game
Volleyball swept by Belmont in final regular season game
November 19, 2024
The Racers beat the Bulldogs in three sets: 25-19 in the first, 25-19 in the second and 25-16 in the final. || Kylie Townsend//The News
RECAP: Volleyball loses last two home games of season
November 17, 2024
The team celebrates scoring a crucial point.
Volleyball goes 2-0 on trip to Indiana
November 11, 2024
The Racers in disbelief after the point is awarded to Valparaiso.
RECAP: Volleyball goes 0-2 vs Iowa schools
November 5, 2024
Murray State celebrates after a play.
RECAP: Volleyball goes 2-0 over weekend
October 28, 2024
Sports Spotlight: Rowing makes memories with every stroke
Sports Spotlight: Rowing makes memories with every stroke
December 5, 2024
Racer Band marches in the Homecoming Parade.
Sports Spotlight: A backstage look at Racer Band
October 1, 2024
Don’t want to be a couch potato? Go to the park
Don’t want to be a couch potato? Go to the park
September 12, 2024
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
Racer Band students march during Homecoming, showcasing a glimpse into the busy schedules of students in the music department.
Keeping up with the musicians; season recap
December 5, 2024
Student-professor duo gets accepted into Purdue University's academic journal.
Student-teacher duo published in Purdue journal
December 5, 2024
Winter Crossword Solution
Winter Crossword Solution
December 5, 2024
Students enrolled in ART 111 collaborate to create a cluster of installations on three floors in the Price Doyle Fine Arts building.
Fine Arts paper installation highlights studio practice course
November 27, 2024
Research essay selected by Purdue University's academic journal to give overview on the essay two years in the making.
Student teacher duo present on academic essay
November 18, 2024
Dear Santa, Murray State needs you
Dear Santa, Murray State needs you
December 5, 2024
Professor urges campus community to report worrying viral trend rhetoric
Professor urges campus community to report worrying viral trend rhetoric
November 14, 2024
Canvas deadline will hurt students’ school-life balance
Canvas deadline will hurt students’ school-life balance
November 14, 2024
Column: Democrats take massive L
November 14, 2024
Kentucky shows interesting divide
Kentucky shows interesting divide
November 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 Adobe's 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
Professor urges campus community to report worrying viral trend rhetoric
Professor urges campus community to report worrying viral trend rhetoric
November 14, 2024
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
Senior guard Terence Harcum defends a Utah Valley player.
PHOTOS: Racers lose to Utah Valley in final second
November 26, 2024
VIDEO: A look back behind the scenes of Racer Band
November 19, 2024
Voters fill out ballots at the CFSB Center.
PHOTOS: Election 2024
November 6, 2024
Sophomore defensive back Esteban Guillory tackles a NDSU receiver.
PHOTOS: Racers fall short against No. 1 ranked North Dakota State
October 29, 2024
Senior guard JaCobi Wood smiles while signing autographs with Destiny Thomas and Nick Ellington.
PHOTOS: Racer Mania 2024
October 28, 2024
VIDEO: A look back behind the scenes of Racer Band
November 19, 2024
Austin Kozuszek started his college career at Murray State as a computer science major, but he followed his passion into making music.
From computer science to music business: Austin’s story
October 25, 2024
VIDEO: Murray State TV student combines passion for cooking, videography
May 4, 2024
VIDEO: Lovett Live returns after pandemic absence
April 26, 2024
VIDEO: Guse family launches fundraiser
April 17, 2024

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Gray Hawkins, Staff writer

Gray Hawkins is a sophomore journalism major. They enjoy writing, reading, listening to some music and playing D&D. Some of their favorite book series are: The Inheritance Cycle, Six of Crows and Percy Jackson and the Olympians. They spend most of their time in the dorm with their ESA bearded dragon, Monarch.

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Racer Band students march during Homecoming, showcasing a glimpse into the busy schedules of students in the music department.

Keeping up with the musicians; season recap

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
December 5, 2024
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Student-professor duo gets accepted into Purdue University's academic journal.

Student-teacher duo published in Purdue journal

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
December 5, 2024
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Research essay selected by Purdue University's academic journal to give overview on the essay two years in the making.

Student teacher duo present on academic essay

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
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To celebrate International Game Month, Waterfield Library hosted a week of diverse games for students to enjoy.

Waterfield celebrates international games

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
November 14, 2024
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University chapter of the National Council of Teachers of English returns to campus under new advisor Andrew Black.

English education organization returns to campus

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
October 31, 2024
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Appalachian Writer's series brings author Jennifer Haigh to give talk in Curris on Oct. 24. Photos courtesy of Murray State Public Relations.

Appalachian writer residency brings author Jennifer Haigh to campus

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
October 24, 2024
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Photo courtesy of Ed Rode. Ed Rode stands in his photography exhibition ‘Songwriter Musician’ in the Birthplace of Country Music Museum in Bristol, Virginia.

Photography book illuminates seasoned career

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
October 17, 2024
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Get to know the Amendments on the upcoming ballot.

Amendments consume civilian’s interest

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
October 17, 2024
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Joan Higginbotham offers advice on leadership and preservation.

Retired astronaut explores experience beyond Earth

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
October 3, 2024
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The community teams together to celebrate Pride.

Murray community celebrates Pride

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
September 23, 2024
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Murray's pride festival begins tonight and will host events throughout the weekend.

Murray pride festival kicks off

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
September 20, 2024
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Residential outage sparks distress in students with disabilities

Residential outage sparks distress in students with disabilities

MacKenzie Rogers and Gray Hawkins
September 18, 2024
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Photo courtesy of Tamara Feinstein. Cinema International begins its fall line up during Family Weekend.

Cinema International begins with blockbuster film

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
September 12, 2024
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Fall Fanfare Concert will host individual performances by numerous University music groups.

Fall Fanfare to highlight collage of groups

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
September 12, 2024
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Photo courtesy of Murray State University. 'Hands of Time Cento Anni" features 13 subjects with a focus on their hands.

Artist talk highlights age and personal possessions

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
September 5, 2024
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Visitors gather in the Waterfield Library Gallery for "Rhythmic Hues" exhibit. Photo by Jessica Fife.

Paint exhibition showcases students ‘Rhythmic Hues’

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
May 7, 2024
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Inflation

[Photo] Students suffer at hands of inflation

Nate Hunt, Staff Writer
May 2, 2024
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Racer Graduation Kickoff offers graduating seniors the chance to celebrate their successes at Murray State.

Kickoff to celebrate seniors before graduation

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
May 2, 2024
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Willie Carver's poetry book "Gay Poems for Red States" released in 2023 after Carver quit his job as a teacher.

Poet explores injustice and anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination in book

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
April 25, 2024
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After more than two decades with the University, O'Neal celebrated her retirement in March, surrounded by friends and coworkers. Photo provided by Jeremy McKeel.

Campus videographer retires after 26 years

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
April 4, 2024
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Owner of a local livestock rescue sanctuary, Beth Wilhelm-Atkins explores what influenced her to open the sanctuary. Photo courtesy of Beth Wilhelm-Atkins.

Sanctuary owner creates community

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
March 14, 2024
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'The Laramie Project' follows the aftermath of Matthew Shepard's, a gay college student, murder. Photo provided by R. Wayne Shields-Hogue.

‘The Laramie Project’ stresses importance of community acceptance

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
March 7, 2024
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Students learn more about HB9 and SB6.

Rally addresses DEI concerns, Jackson’s statement

Gray Hawkins and Madison Miller
February 29, 2024
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Students attending the Career Fair can meet with employers and graduate schools.

Career Fair provides networking opportunities

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024
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"Murray's oldest diner since 1936" was voted the best place to get a home cooked meal.

Best place to get a home cooked meal: Rudy’s on the Square

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
February 22, 2024
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The Shakespeare Festival returns this semester with "A Midsummer Night's Dream." Photo from the English and Philosophy Department website.

‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ comes to Murray State

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
February 15, 2024
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Student presenters and their advisors posed together. Photo taken by Latricia Trites.

College showcase offers diverse array of student presentations

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
February 8, 2024
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"Venus Walks on Pearls" is featured in the left corner of the gallery.

Eagle gallery presents 4 new exhibits

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
February 1, 2024
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Photo courtesy of Charley Allen-Dunn.

Allen-Dunn returns to writing in literary debut

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
January 25, 2024
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There are many hidden gem's for you to find.

Racers offer suggestions for Murray’s hidden gems

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
November 29, 2023
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Sahawneh, Graves, and Herndon pictured with the violin. Provided by Donna Herndon.

Murray State to debut donated violin at orchestra concert

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
November 14, 2023
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Logo courtesy of Megan Fietsam.

Rotaract returns to Murray State, hosts canned food drive

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
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Annual Holiday Art Auction poster with featured artist John Utgaards' piece 'Indomitable Landscape.' Photo from @murraystateart on Instagram.

Murray State art auction to supply student scholarships

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
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Rocky Horror Shadow Show poster.

Let’s do the time warp again!

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
October 26, 2023
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It's time to get your costume craze on! Trick or treat?

Halloween costume tips to get all the treats

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer
October 19, 2023
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One of the two art pieces commissioned for the Golden Reunion. Photo by Andrew Grassman.

Alumnus creates Racer One artwork for Golden Reunion

Gray Hawkins, Contributing Writer
October 12, 2023
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Now is a great time for a refresher on some of the free resources that are available on campus.

Advance your education: utilize Murray State’s free campus resources

Gray Hawkins, Contributing Writer
October 5, 2023
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The first Bluey Club meeting on Aug 17. Photo courtesy of Isabelle Horrell.

New ‘Bluey’ club grabs Murray State students’ interest

Gray Hawkins, Contributing Writer
September 28, 2023
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Sam Schilli holding a thumbs up next to a snake.

Murray State’s wildlife vlogger ‘reptile guy’ goes viral

Gray Hawkins, Contributing Writer
September 28, 2023
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Clapsaddle reading her novel "Even as We Breath" at Reading Series event.

Author discusses Native American novel during reading series

Gray Hawkins, Contributing Writer
September 21, 2023
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A group of Murray State students, professors and Murray natives join together to celebrate Murray Pride Fest and March.

Murray Pride: LGBTQ+ support in the community

Gray Hawkins, Contributing Writer
September 21, 2023
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It's fall y'all

It’s fall y’all

Gray Hawkins, Contributing Writer
September 14, 2023
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Cinema International's selected foreign films for the fall 2023 semester.

Cinema International highlights 10 foreign films

Gray Hawkins, Contributing Writer
September 7, 2023
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The RCA Executive Board begins the meeting. Pictured (L-R): Rebecca Ghrigsby, Aaliyah Harrell, Jaylon Taggart and Lauren Moore

Murray State RCA discusses new dining options, upcoming events

Gray Hawkins, Contributing Writer
August 31, 2023
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