Lexington Brief

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Government 1 outlet · The Kentucky Kernel

VIDEO: Stepshow unites NPHC

The National Pan-Hellenic Council hosted its annual Homecoming Stepshow, featuring five fraternities and three sororities from the Divine 9. Current UK students, alumni and members joined the event, where eight of the nine NPHC organizations performed dances and steps celebrating Black heritage and culture. The show brought the community together beyond competition.

Schools 1 outlet · The Kentucky Kernel

University of Kentucky students post DeFlock posters over campus camera privacy concernsFlock technology remains across campus and Lexington

University of Kentucky students are putting up DeFlock posters across campus to raise awareness about privacy concerns involving Flock cameras. Many Kentucky counties have deactivated their cameras, but the technology remains on campus and in Lexington. The posters are a way for students to speak out about its use.

General 1 outlet · WKYT

Capital Pride Kentucky festival draws attendees to downtown Frankfort despite spotty rainFrankfort festival honors LGBTQ+ community despite showers

People gathered in downtown Frankfort for Capital Pride Kentucky’s festival despite spotty showers across Central Kentucky fueled by Hurricane Isaias. Attendees traveled from around the state to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, and organizers said the event helps build support for year-round advocacy. The organization also offers panels, social events and resources, and plans a “Queerness & Vampires” panel at Paul Sawyier Public Library later this month.

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