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Mask mandates serve to protect

Mask mandates serve to protect

August 28, 2021

When Gov. Andy Beshear lifted the mask mandates in June, Kentuckians everywhere breathed a sigh of relief. They could finally return to their everyday...

Madison Moxley and Mason Whitis
announced their engagement with an 80s inspired photoshoot that
celebrated the couple's sense of humor. (courtesy Madison Moxley)

Alumni go viral with engagement photos

September 11, 2019

Claire Smith Features Editor [email protected] One Murray State couple took a different approach to their engagement photos--an ‘80s-style...

The beginning of the end

The beginning of the end

January 19, 2018

By Emily Williams, Features Editor My last first day of school is quickly approaching. After eighteen years of being a student, of turning in assignments,...

The Murray Ice Cream Festival: Enjoy more than just ice cream this weekend on the Court Square

The Murray Ice Cream Festival: Enjoy more than just ice cream this weekend on the Court Square

September 9, 2017

Story by Leigh Duncan, Contributing writer It is that special time of year again as the annual Murray Ice Cream Festival is returning this weekend,...

Vision with a Vision: The College of Education and Human Services collecting solar eclipse glasses

Vision with a Vision: The College of Education and Human Services collecting solar eclipse glasses

September 1, 2017

Story by Amy Turner, Contributing writer Photo contributed by Brock Kirk/TheNews On Monday, Aug. 21, the campus of Murray State along with the rest...

Lorde's "Melodrama" encapsulates wisdom

Lorde’s “Melodrama” encapsulates wisdom

August 29, 2017

Review by Nick Erickson, Assistant Features Editor Photo from odysseyonline.com Change is inevitable, as is artist progression. However, it’s not...

“The Defenders” gets Marvel Netflix shows back on track

“The Defenders” gets Marvel Netflix shows back on track

August 29, 2017

Review by Grant Dillard, Staff writer Photo from empireonline.com Since 2015 with “Daredevil,” Marvel and Netflix have continued to impress both...

Students seek solace in furry friends on campus: The rising number of ESA's at Murray State

Students seek solace in furry friends on campus: The rising number of ESA’s at Murray State

August 26, 2017

Story by Emily Williams, Features Editor According to activeminds.org, more than 80 percent of college students reported feeling overwhelmed with all...

'He can do anything': Murray State's Roby Blackwell sends dreams down the runway

‘He can do anything’: Murray State’s Roby Blackwell sends dreams down the runway

August 25, 2017

Story by Sydni Anderson, Staff writer Roby Blackwell wore a light blue t-shirt that read “oh yeah, bucko?” across the front in custom script. He...

The Murray Rocks Movement: Painted pebbles spark flame of unity in Murray

The Murray Rocks Movement: Painted pebbles spark flame of unity in Murray

August 24, 2017

Story by Emily Williams, Features Editor “It’s the little things in life.” But what does this small phrase mean for each, individual person?...

Annabelle: Creation is scary good

Annabelle: Creation is scary good

August 22, 2017

Review by Grant Dillard, Staff writer “Annabelle: Creation” is a prequel to the very popular “Conjuring” series, as well as a prequel to the...

Murray State student gets "buzzy" with bees

Murray State student gets “buzzy” with bees

April 11, 2017

By Sydni Anderson, Staff writer A Murray State student is bringing the buzz to Pullen Farm. MacKenzie Jones, sophomore majoring in agriculture science...

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