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The News strives to be the University community's source for information. Find exclusive content on https://murraystatenews.org.

The Murray State News is a weekly newspaper publication produced by students at Murray State University. It is distributed across campus and the city of Murray each Friday during the Fall and Spring semesters. Our offices are located at 111 Wilson Hall on the south side of Murray State's campus. The Murray State News reserves the right to publish Facebook comments and messages in its print edition

, as both the page and the newspaper are considered open public forums. Please be aware of this policy when you are posting comments online.

02/03/2025

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Visit the 3rd floor of the curris center to donate.

01/31/2025

SPORTS OPINION: Murray State basketball fans expect winning basketball and the women’s team is providing it; you just aren’t showing up to witness it.
Sports Editor Zach Simmons calls out fans for not giving due support for women’s basketball at Murray State, click the link to read more.
https://murraystatenews.org/202191/athletics/opinion-womens-basketball-is-the-better-basketball-team-on-campus-go-support-them/

01/31/2025

Murray State University is offering a blood drive in the Curris Center. Visit the 3rd floor of the Curris Center on the dates listed above.

01/31/2025

On January 17th, Murray State inducted the 2024 class into the Hall of Fame. Check out our photo gallery at the link below.

Link: https://murraystatenews.org/202045/athletics/photos-murray-state-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024/

01/31/2025

University professor Brian Bourke brings Mardi Gras tradition from Louisiana to Murray, King Cakes.

Learn more about the festivities at thenews.org

Link: https://murraystatenews.org/202133/features/a-taste-of-carnival-in-murray/

01/31/2025

Students across campus fight through freezing temperatures and brittle winds to make it to class.

Read more about the low temperatures we had this semester at thenews.org

Link:https://murraystatenews.org/202136/features/murray-state-students-combat-frigid-temperatures/

01/31/2025

We have a writer who is looking for sources about the recent changes in immigration policies, if you’re interested in being a part of this news story please email [email protected]

01/30/2025

With the fate of the popular social media site TikTok still uncertain, Murray State students weighed in with their opinions on its potential ban.

To view this story, visit thenews.org or the link below!

Link: https://murraystatenews.org/202142/news/murray-students-share-opinions-on-tiktok-ban/

01/30/2025

The Insurance & Benefits Committee found a decrease in net medical claims as they met to discuss the results from the 2025 online open enrollment for benefits. The Committee also found employees were choosing a cheaper medical plan, with a few even opting out of a plan altogether.

Check out this story at thenews.org

Link: https://murraystatenews.org/202139/news/insurance-benefits-committee-reports-better-year/

01/29/2025

The United Campus Workers unions in numerous Kentucky universities recognized Jan. 28 as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Awareness Day in an attempt to fight anti-DEI legislation.

Read more from our Editor in Chief, Bri Hunter at thenews.org.

Link: https://murraystatenews.org/202125/news/united-campus-workers-advocate-for-dei/

01/28/2025

Treat yourself to some coffee this Valentine’s season! Future Grounds wants to be your go-to spot. Visit them on Payne Street soon!

01/28/2025

Ready to make a difference in healthcare?
Discover what Murray State University’s School of Nursing and Health Professions has to offer and start your journey to a rewarding career today!

https://murraystate.edu/sohnp

01/28/2025

Gallery X, a local tattoo shop has an interesting story. Visit thenews.org to read Rebeca’s take on this story.

Link: https://murraystatenews.org/202108/features/legacy-to-lines-gallery-x/

01/28/2025

TikTok was recently banned and unbanned by congress. Blocking this social media platforms can set a bad precedent for the future of free speech within America and we should be concerned about this change.

Opinion writer, Nate Hunt addresses the recent Tiktok Ban. View his story and more at thenews.org

Link: https://murraystatenews.org/201940/uncategorized/tiktok-ban-sets-a-bad-precedent/

01/24/2025

The case against a former Murray State student accused of throwing a lit Molotov cocktail has been continued until March 17.

Writer Ania Boutin provides an update on the Epperson case at thenews.org.

Follow the link below for additional stories.

Link: https://murraystatenews.org/202038/news/update-on-the-epperson-case/

01/24/2025

Next month, the American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive. Please visit RedCrossBlood.org for more information.

01/24/2025

Did you know that Kentucky is now requiring drivers to take a vision test before renewing their driver’s license? This is one of the few laws that went into effect at the beginning of 2025, Editor in Chief Bri Hunter gives a brief explanation on what else has taken effect.

Click the link to read more.

Link: https://murraystatenews.org/201965/news/2025-laws-that-shape-the-year-ahead/

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Murray State students gathered in the Curris Center this afternoon and brought some holiday cheer! Turn your volume up 🎄

Ahead of the game against UT Arlington, check out Alexis’ video asking fans if they knew what Utah Valley’s mascot is!

The News Staff wants to wish everyone a delightful Thanksgiving Day and looks forward to having everyone come back to campus and finish off the semester strong! Our last edition of the semester hits the racks on Dec. 5.

What song are you listening to? #whatsongareyoulisteningto #spotify #applemusic #fyp

Check out Alexis’ video from the last home game where she found people’s favorite memory of the 100th season of Racer Football

Trump or Harris part 2! Does this change things? #trump #kamala #election2024 #vote

MSU President announces his decision to retire. #education #murraystate #retirement

Should college be free? #collegestudent #politics #economy

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