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EKU President discusses a contract extension, healthcare training funding, and a new first-responder training facility in Louisville

WEKU | By Mike Savage
Published February 10, 2026 at 6:00 AM EST
EKU President David McFaddin
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EKU President David McFaddin

On Today's Interview, Mike Savage speaks with EKU President David McFaddin about reports of a new contract for him, funding for healthcare training, a new report on debt-free college students, and a new first-responder training center in Louisville.

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