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The idea of Morehead soon becoming a trail town has plenty of support. Officials gathered for a public forum to discuss Morehead's potential this past Monday. MSPR's David Gillum reports...

In years past, cursive handwriting has been an integral part of elementary school's curriculums. Yet, now it seems focus on the traditional pen and paper is declining. MSPR's David Gillum reports...

An award-winning writer from Rowan County has passed away after a long illness. MSPR's Dan Conti reports...

According to statistics released by the American Cancer Society more than 25,000 Kentuckians last year were diagnosed with cancer, and nearly 2 million were diagnosed nationwide. MSPR's Carly Lacey reports on one Morehead Relay for Life team's journey with cancer and their efforts.

The Theta Pi chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia will be hosting 'The Contemporary Music Festival' at Morehead State University this week, featuring guest composer Dr. Frank Ticheli. Evening concerts featuring chamber, choral, and wind band performances that will run from April 8th-11th. MSPR's Tyler Kline has more...

After last week's announcement about ending the delivery of paper mail on Saturday's. MSPR's David Gillum asked some citizens of Morehead how they'll be affected....

Two NKU graduate students hope to produce a full-length documentary on what they feel is a forgotten local civil war battle. MSPR's Travis Hall reports....

School shootings around the country in recent years have some Eastern Kentucky school districts questioning their own security procedures. MSPR's David Gillum reports....

A local law enforcement specialist has been chosen to speak at this year's 8th Annual National School Safety Conference. MSPR's Carly Lacey has the story...

A group is beginning to organize against the countywide vote to allow alcohol sales in Greenup County. MSPR's Carly Lacey has the story...

Morehead State Public Radio recently teamed up with CoffeeTree Books to present Morehead's Third Annual Master's Spelling Bee. The event benefits Rowan County Christmas and a Storybook Christmas. MSPR's Tyler Kline has the story...

Christmas is just around the corner and volunteers with "Rowan County Christmas" are looking again to help seniors and the children of low-income residents have a more enjoyable holiday season. MSPR's Shelby Steele has more... 

Morehead State University's Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance is hosting a special guest composer this week. Dr. James Grant is doing a residency that culminates with a premiere performance of one of his works with the Symbiosis Duo and MSU Symphony Band. MSPR's Tyler Kline has the story...

A Rowan County man is among two dozen educators statewide that are vying for Kentucky's "Teacher of the Year" award. MSPR's Carly Lacey has the story...

October is "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" On Wednesday, Saint Claire Regional Medical Supply in the Kroger Shopping Center in Morehead will host a "Go Pink" event from 9am to Noon . MSPR's Shelby Steele reports....

With classes starting in just a few weeks, Morehead State University has spent time this summer renovating some of it's residence halls. MSPR's Sam Steiert reports....

Two local men are working to restore a statue that was damaged four months ago in the tornado that devastated West Liberty. MSPR's Carly Lacey has the story... 

The popular phrase, "someone's trash is someone else's treasure" has been given new meaning in the Rowan County Arts Center's latest exhibit. MSPR's Carly Lacey has the story... 

Fleming schools are getting a new building to help students improve their understanding of the field of agriculture. MSPR's Tyler Smith has the story....

A Lewis County resident who collects sports memorabilia will be featured in an upcoming documentary. MSPR's Sam Steiert reports....

A proposal to combine the Carter and Boyd county detention centers into a Northeast jail authority has sparked political controversy in both communities. MSPR's David Gillum has more....

The Carter County School District recently conducted a survey to gauge the public's interest in combing East and West Carter High Schools in one, centralized campus. MSPR's Matthew Rand has more on the findings....

After about two years of paperwork and physical labor, the city of Flemingsburg has officially welcomed the newest addition to their park. MSPR's Carly Lacey has the details...

For 45 years, Morehead State University's Adult Learning Center has offered members of the Commonwealth a chance to earn their GED's and prepare for postsecondary education opportunities. MSPR's Tyler Smith reports.....

Internationally acclaimed violinist Midori will present a concert Saturday, May 5th at Morehead State University's Button Auditorium. MSPR's Angela Hardesty has the story... 

Dozens of political figures, sports icons, television personalities and community leaders from across Kentucky will descend on Morehead State University this Sunday. They'll be playing in a charity basketball game to benefit tornado victims in Eastern Kentucky. MSPR's Tanner Hesterberg has the story...

A volunteer organization in Harrison County is helping some special individuals enjoy the sport of hunting. MSPR's Shelby Steele has the story...

Morehead State University has a nationally ranked athletic team...but it requires no ball, no field, no court or a crowd to perform in front of. MSPR's Tyler Smith reports on one of MSU's best kept secrets...

Look out, Elvis is back!! A Kentucky State Police trooper will be moonlighting on Saturday night at seven at Morehead's Ellis Johnson Arena -- impersonating the famous singer during a benefit concert. MSPR's Carly Lacey has the details...

Volunteer cleanup groups from all over have pitched in to help West Liberty in the wake of a devastating March tornado. MSPR's Tyler Smith has more...

The 16th region boys high school basketball tournament gets underway tonight at Morehead State's Ellis T. Johnson Arena. MSPR's Tanner Hesterberg has a preview...

The 16th region girls high school basketball tournament gets underway tonight. MSPR's Tanner Hesterberg has a preview... 

Governor Beshear's proposed budget for the next fiscal year calls for funding cuts to many areas, including the Governor's Scholars program. MSPR's Tanner Hesterberg reports...  

The Kentucky Center for Traditional Music - a unique part of the cultural landscape of Morehead State University - is moving into a new home. We get the latest from MSPR's Matthew Rand... 

As part of a series on artists in Appalachia, MSPR's Travis Hall, in collaboration with the Eastern Kentucky Arts Project, takes a look at how art addresses social issues and encourages growth in the community....