4-H youth activity: Make a bird feeder, enjoy the variety of birds, count them for Project Feeder Watch
By Laurie Thomas, Owen Prim, and Ashley Osborne Campbell County Extension Service Young people can enjoy their natural environment, despite…
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A familiar symbol of the holiday season, poinsettias have a long and interesting history
By Rick Durham Campbell County Extension Service With their bright red, pink or white leaves, poinsettias herald the approach of…
University of Kentucky psychologist offers practical solutions for managing hectic holiday season
By Lindsey Piercy University of Kentucky As jolly as we all want it to be, the holiday season can also…
New mobile clinic rolls across state to deliver children’s services to underserved areas
By Hilary Brown University of Kentucky Far too often, children and teens can’t get to Lexington to get the specialized…
UK placekicker Matt Ruffalo gets Schnellenberger MVP Award in UK’s 26-13 win over Louisville
Kentucky senior placekicker Matt Ruffalo was perfect on the night, kicking two extra points and a career-high four fields goals,…
As concerns about listeria return to the headlines, here’s what to know about infection and food recalls
By Dr. Sarah D’Orazio University of Kentucky Listeria is in the news again – sometimes you’re warned against a particular…
There is no vaccine to protect against hepatitis C, getting tested could save your life
By Dr. Takako Schaninger University of Kentucky The hepatitis vaccines you receive as a child don’t protect you from getting…
Jay Miller: November is National Adoption Month — Let’s work to find a forever family for every child
Every child, no matter the context, needs a permanent family. Having been in out-of-home care myself, I can personally attest…
UK student, Beechwood grad facing charges after altercation with dorm employee, use of racial slurs
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today A University of Kentucky student was arrested and faces several criminal charges after an online…
Exercise is important, especially as we age; create healthy habits and develop a daily routine
Dr. Dee Dlugonski University of Kentucky As you age, it is important to create healthy habits and make exercise a…
As temperatures cool, homes become a magnet for pests; prepare for the fall invasion with these tips
By Jonathan Larson University of Kentucky As temperatures go down this fall, you may notice more insects around your home. Insects often retreat indoors to…
Amye Bensenhaver: UK, admonished by Supreme Court, at center of another open records controversy
Nineteen months after the University of Kentucky was admonished by the state Supreme Court for its “wholly inadequate” denial of…
Loud sporting events and concerts can result in hearing loss, here are three ways to prevent damage
Dr. Anne Olson University of Kentucky When we think of fall, sporting events and concerts come to mind. Though these…
UK Notebook: Basketball Wildcats ranked No. 4 in first AP poll; football’s DeAndre Square honored
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky will open the season as one of the top-ranked teams in the nation. The…
October is Bone and Joint Health Awareness Month; strategies and healthy habits to remain physically fit
By Dr. Abigail DeBus University of Kentucky Have you ever woken up in the morning to unexplained pain in your…
What every parent should know about nutritional supplements and vitamins for children
By Dr. George Fuchs University of Kentucky Vitamins are one of the most common ways to ensure children receive essential…
University of Kentucky announces 2022 Chellgren Student Fellows, new director; two fellows from NKY
By C. Lynn Hiler University of Kentucky The University of Kentucky Chellgren Center for Undergraduate Excellence has announced the 2022…
Calipari, Payne share insights on leadership, unity, and more during Kentucky Chamber Annual Meeting
By Jaqueline Pitts Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Sharing the stage for the first time as opposing men’s basketball coaches, University…
Celebrate Healthy Aging Month this September by making the time to care for yourself
By Kelly Parsons University of Kentucky What goes up and never comes down? Your age. September is Healthy Aging Month…
Jamie Vaught: Fifth-year standout Blair Green looking forward to final season in Kentucky blue and white
As a student-athlete, Blair Green has been around at the University of Kentucky for a while and she loves it….
Statewide medicine storage campaign aims to reduce accidental poisoning among Kentucky kids
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Small children are landing in the hospital because of accidental poisoning from ingesting medication…
With fall sports season in full swing, here’s how you can support your kids in back-to-school athletics
Participating in sports can be beneficial for children’s physical and mental health, as well as a huge part of their…