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Freeman Kitchens at his storeA new exhibition at the Kentucky Museum chronicles the work of Freeman Kitchens. For decades his store in Drake, Kentucky, has been a magnet for collectors from around the world.  WKU Folk Studies graduate student Rachel Hopkin reports.  More information about the exhibit is available here.
How Restaurants are Inspected in Kentucky: Twice a year, four inspectors from the Warren County Health Department inspect the more than 1,300 food establishments in Warren County making sure they're clean and safe for the public. Joe Corcoran went behind the scenes on a recent inspection.
Laura helps with Reading From the HeartReading From The Heart:  Here's our student worker Laura getting children's books ready to send overseas to active military moms and dads. They read the books on DVD then send the video and book to their kids. Thanks to all who supported the project this spring on WKU Public Radio!
Erika BradyCongratulations to Erika Brady, producer and co-host of Barren River Breakdown on WKU Public Radio.  She's the recipient of the Governer's Media Award, one of nine arts awards presented this year. Erika is also a faculty member in the Department of Folk Studies and Anthropology at WKU.   Learn more about the award.
Prairie Home Companion broadcastA Prairie Home Companion.  Join us each weekend for one of public radio's longest-running and most popular shows.  Garrison Keillor and his staff and guests bring you live music, comedy, and of course the News From Lake Wobegon.  Live each Saturday at 5pm C.T. (rebroadcast on Sundays at 2pm C.T.).  More.

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