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Students enjoy the first Dr. Tim Johnston Memorial Hike.
Springer-Franklin hike honors former professor
September 12, 2024
Jeanie Morgan passes torch to Kade Gambill
September 12, 2024
State trend sparks fear for DEI safety
September 12, 2024
Award-winning journalist to speak at Doc McGaughey Lecture
September 12, 2024
Faculty Senate hosts first meeting of the fall semester
September 12, 2024
Contractor dies after incident on Murray State campus
Contractor dies after incident on Murray State campus
July 31, 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
Racers Look Ahead to Winless Delta Devils
Racers Look Ahead to Winless Delta Devils
September 12, 2024
Racer Family (Football) Traditions
Racer Family (Football) Traditions
September 12, 2024
Men’s Basketball Starts Yearly Mentorship Program
Men’s Basketball Starts Yearly Mentorship Program
September 12, 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
Football Falls in 100th Home Opener
Football Falls in 100th Home Opener
September 10, 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
Men’s Basketball Starts Yearly Mentorship Program
Men’s Basketball Starts Yearly Mentorship Program
September 12, 2024
Anderson inks pro deal with Dutch team
August 20, 2024
Ja Morant talks to the audience at Hoopalooza and his Hall of Fame induction Saturday night.
Racer Hoopalooza immortalizes Ja Morant
July 30, 2024
Ja Morant holds up the Nike Ja 2 PE shoe that Nike presented to him.
PHOTOS: Ja Morant inducted into MSU Hall of Fame
July 29, 2024
Redshirt freshman guard Zoe Stewart defends an Indiana State player.
Former women’s basketball player arrested
May 3, 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
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
Racers Look Ahead to Winless Delta Devils
Racers Look Ahead to Winless Delta Devils
September 12, 2024
Racer Family (Football) Traditions
Racer Family (Football) Traditions
September 12, 2024
Football Falls in 100th Home Opener
Football Falls in 100th Home Opener
September 10, 2024
Graduate student running back Kywon Morgan dives across the line for a touchdown.
PHOTOS: Racers fall in final seconds against Butler
September 9, 2024
Head coach Jody Wright talks to his players during a timeout.
Wright era starts the Wrong way against No. 11 Missouri
August 30, 2024
The entire women's 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 women's 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
From left: Megan Wilson, Kate Stordy, Natalie Miller, and Sami Wilson walk off the pitch after the loss.
Soccer Loses Late in Lexington
September 6, 2024
The team celebrates their win in a huddle after the game.
Soccer sweeps MVC weekly awards
September 4, 2024
Freshman forward Breece Bass chases after the ball alongside a Skyhawk player.
PHOTOS: Racers Soccer wins 6-1 over UT Martin
September 4, 2024
Recap: Soccer Win Back-to-Back Home Games
Recap: Soccer Win Back-to-Back Home Games
September 3, 2024
Head coach Matt Lodge talks to his players after the game.
Racers keep a clean sheet, draw with Arkansas State
August 26, 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
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
Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Murray State finds new head football coach
January 10, 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
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
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
Recap: Volleyball Sweeps Weekend in Elon
Recap: Volleyball Sweeps Weekend in Elon
September 9, 2024
Federica Nuccio and Elisa Dozio try to block a hit from a Belmont player. (Nov. 15)
Recap: Volleyball Competes in Sawyer Camillo Memorial Classic
September 3, 2024
Volleyball looks to improve in 2024
August 20, 2024
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
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
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
Host fraternity Alpha Omicron Pi looks forward to fundraising event, hoping to surpass previous years amount of $20,000.
Mr. MSU hopes to surpass donation goal
September 12, 2024
With more than 10 religious groups available on or near campus, there is a place for everyone.
Campus offers ministry groups
September 12, 2024
Photo courtesy of Tamara Feinstein. Cinema International begins its fall line up during Family Weekend.
Cinema International begins with blockbuster film
September 12, 2024
Crossword solution
Crossword solution
September 12, 2024
Fall Fanfare Concert will host individual performances by numerous University music groups.
Fall Fanfare to highlight collage of groups
September 12, 2024
Presidential debate: Is this the best we got?
September 12, 2024
A day of infamy: 23 years later
A day of infamy: 23 years later
September 12, 2024
Station 74: Shoes up or shoes down?
Station 74: Shoes up or shoes down?
August 20, 2024
Students suffer at hands of inflation
Students suffer at hands of inflation
May 2, 2024
Letter to the Editor: Student voices concerns over advising
Letter to the Editor: Student voices concerns over advising
May 2, 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
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
Wide shot of the brothers of Chop hype up the sororities before bust.
PHOTOS: Watermelon Bust 2024
September 9, 2024
Graduate student running back Kywon Morgan dives across the line for a touchdown.
PHOTOS: Racers fall in final seconds against Butler
September 9, 2024
Freshman forward Breece Bass chases after the ball alongside a Skyhawk player.
PHOTOS: Racers Soccer wins 6-1 over UT Martin
September 4, 2024
Linebacker Justice Cross and defensive back Lovie Jenkins tackle a Mizzou player.
PHOTOS: Racers Football drops first game of the season to NO. 11 Mizzou
August 30, 2024
Freshman midfielder Natalie Miller goes for a header.
PHOTOS: Soccer loses to No.19 Xavier 2-1
August 22, 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
VIDEO: Carson Garner takes aim at the next level
April 8, 2024
VIDEO: Bluey Club attracts following
April 4, 2024

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Students gather around the Free Speech Zone as the demonstrator begins yelling his remarks.

PHOTOS: Religious demonstrator returns to Murray State

Kristopher Fister, Photographer • March 29, 2024

On Monday the religious demonstrator Matt Bourgault, returned to Murray State to spread his message of hate and judgement. The demonstrator, who claimed...

Murray State student confronting the demonstrator, who claims to be a member of Consuming Fires Ministries.

Murray State students rally against religious demonstrator

Jill Smith, Co-Editor in Chief/News Editor • October 27, 2023

The campus community united to drown out hateful speech being hurled in the University's Free Speech Zone this past Thursday.  The demonstrator, who...

Students counter protest on campus

Students counter protest on campus

October 8, 2019

Jenny Rohl/The News Leah Hoeck, one of the younger members of the church, held the provocative signs as her family members stood beside and explained their views.

Bible group stirs controversy

October 16, 2015

Story by Monika Staszczak, Contributing writer A Christian group called Truth on the Web Ministries came to the Murray State campus last week...

Katie Wilborn/The News

Free speech suppressed for a reason

April 3, 2015

The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. Protests, campus activists and public demonstrations are...

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