Alpacas could be secret weapon against COVID-19; UK researchers say antibodies potential defense
By Elizabeth Chapin University of Kentucky Alpacas Big Boy, Blue Eyes and Emperor may hold the key to combating COVID-19….
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UK season opener against Eastern Michigan moved to a Thursday to avoid conflict with Kentucky Derby
University of Kentucky football will return a bit earlier than expected this fall, breaking out of the starting gate first…
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky program focuses on health equity — disparities exist, should be addressed
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky advocates for health equity in Kentucky. One way they…
UK entomologists say new stinging ant species could cause problems for Kentuckians
By Katie Pratt University of Kentucky University of Kentucky entomologists want people to be aware of a new stinging pest…
UK punter Max Duffy named first-team preseason All-American by Walter Camp Football Foundation
University of Kentucky senior punter Max Duffy has been named a first-team preseason All-American by the Walter Camp Football Foundation….
Jamie Vaught: UK non-conference football schedule features Louisville — and three (blah) cupcakes
When you look at the University of Kentucky’s non-conference football schedule for 2020 (if there is a pigskin season), it’s…
Walk Across Kentucky, a new video experience, allows everyone to journey the Bluegrass from home
By Carol Lea Spence University of Kentucky There’s the long way to walk across Kentucky, striding 449 miles from Hickman…
Nine UK football players named to Athlon Sports preseason All-Southeastern Conference teams
Nine University of Kentucky football players have earned a spot on the 2020 Athlon Sports preseason All-Southeastern Conference teams. Senior…
Jamie Vaught: UK great ‘Wah Wah’ Jones played for legends Bear Bryant, Adolph Rupp — at same time
(Editor’s Note: During our national COVID-19 crisis, longtime sports columnist Jamie H. Vaught will be writing about the ex-Wildcats who…
Dr. Sonja Feist-Price: There is an opportunity to chart a new path forward, starting now
-Ahmaud Arbery, age 25, Brunswick, Georgia — February 23 -Breonna Taylor, age 26, Louisville, Kentucky — March 13 -Steven Taylor,…
Calipari atop New York Knicks’ coaching wish list? UK mentor unlikely to consider NBA opening
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today John Calipari’s name has surfaced yet again as a potential candidate for the head coaching…
UK standout John Rhodes named national co-Freshman of the Year by Collegiate Baseball News
University of Kentucky freshman infielder/outfielder John Rhodes has been named national co-Freshman of the Year by Collegiate Baseball News. The publication previously…
Kentucky campuses lead charge on employability; 13 programs certified for integrating essential job skills
Kentucky colleges and universities are helping shape an innovative effort to prepare graduates for careers and strengthen the nexus between…
Rob and Lauren Hudson: Letter of Common Ground about government control and higher education
Letters for families based on the book “It Can Be Done” @studentsleadusa We write to comment on costs and calls…
Quarles, UK encourage Kentuckians to grow Victory Gardens; campaign to reach every Kentucky county
Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles has announced a new Kentucky Department of Agriculture partnership with the University of Kentucky’s Cooperative…
UK Cooperative Extension agents help as Kentucky’s farmers markets open with an eye toward safe sales
By Carol Lea Spence University of Kentucky In the United States, about 40 percent of farmers are 65 or older,…
Dr. Rudolph G. Buchheit: In Kentucky, we are meeting the engineering talent demand — and much more
Earlier this month, the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education released results of a study assessing engineering workforce trends relative to…
Kentucky, Notre Dame to resume basketball rivalry this season; Irish to visit Rupp Arena on Dec. 12
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky has renewed its rivalry with Notre Dame on the basketball court. The two storied…
Calipari: UK basketball players to be in ‘pretty good bubble’ upon return to campus in June
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky head coach John Calipari expects things to be different, much different, when players return…
Richmond course set to host mini-PGA Tour event this week; three-day tournament begins Tuesday
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Professional golf is returning to the Bluegrass this week in Richmond. The Bull at Boone’s…
Former UK head coach Eddie Sutton dead at age 84; led Wildcats to 32-4 record in 1985-86
NKyTribune staff Former University of Kentucky basketball coach Eddie Sutton died at the age of 84 on Saturday. Sutton’s family…
University of Kentucky board plans to extend president’s contract; Capilouto requests pay cut
University of Kentucky Board of Trustees Chairman Robert Vance apprised UK employees and students this week of plans to extend…