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WEKU News Podcast - Apr. 17, 2024

By Wendy Barnett

Published April 17, 2024 at 3:39 PM EDT

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Lexington Mayor Budget - Dr. Stack on Boosters - UK Lawsuit - Legislative Session Wrap Up - Kentucky Literacy - Commonwealth's Attorney - School Choice - Math Skills

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Wendy Barnett

Wendy oversees all station operations and serves as All Things Considered host. She began her career at WEKU in 2001.

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