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General 1 outlet · WKYT

American Cancer Society hosts walk at Louisville Slugger Field for women diagnosed with breast cancer

The American Cancer Society held a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk Sunday at Louisville Slugger Field in Louisville, drawing a large crowd of community members. Participants walked to support people living with breast cancer and their families, while the nationwide series of events seeks support and funding for research and services. Thousands of women in Kentucky are diagnosed with breast cancer each year.

Schools 1 outlet · The Kentucky Kernel

‘Be wild, support your team.’ The fans who show up

University of Kentucky students are arriving hours before kickoff to claim spots in the Wildcats’ student section, with some saying they have shown up earlier as the season has progressed. Fifth-year student Alex Sawinski has missed only two home games, while freshman Andree Boggess says the atmosphere and conversations with other fans keep him coming back. Kentucky beat Vanderbilt 34-17 in Lexington, as students describe growing excitement around the football team.

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