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On the Pages: Stories Set In and Around the MKY
There’s something about fall that makes familiar places feel a little different. As the days grow shorter and cooler, we’ve put together a list of mystery and true crime books set in Murray and the surrounding county. These stories are rooted in places we recognize, from our own streets and neighborhoods to the wider community we call home.
A Guide to Pumpkin Patches in Calloway County
It’s officially Fall! Autumn is one of our favorite seasons here in the MIKY, from stunning outdoor views and fresh local treats to events with plenty of small-town fun; fall in Murray, Kentucky, is straight out of a storybook. And what’s fall without a pumpkin patch? We’ve compiled a guide to all five pumpkin patches located in Murray/Calloway County to help you find the perfect p...
Welcome Home!- An Essential Itinerary for Move-in Weekend in the MKY
Welcome back Racers and families! It's time for another school year here in the MKY. Whether you’re moving back or getting ready to call Murray home for the first time, we've got a jam packed move-in weekend itinerary to get students out of the dorms and into the town.
250 Things to Do in Murray
2026 is America’s 250th birthday, and what better way to celebrate than to revamp one of our favorite blogs? This year we’ve updated our lists and added an additional 25 activities to help chase away any cabin fever and answer the age old question “So what’s there to do in Murray anyways?”
The Summer Camp Scoop: A 2026 Guide to Summer Camps in the MKY
The weather is heating up which means summer is right around the corner. We’ve got your family covered with our 2026 guide to all things summer camp here in Murray! Featuring camps for future musicians, young scholars, excited athletes and budding artists this blog’s got plenty of ideas to starve off the summertime blues!
Top Three Reasons the MKY is the Sweetest College Town
Murray has officially placed in the Top 3 in the USA Today Readers’ Choice Awards for the Best College Small Town! The city couldn’t have done it without the community, university students and everyone who voted! To celebrate, we’ve compiled a list of our Top 3 Reasons to Love the MKY. 1. Tasty Bites Anytime of Day or Night ...
Treat Yourself: A Guide to Self-Care Dates in Murray
Everybody needs a self-care day, but sometimes figuring it out can cause more stress than it relieves! We’re here to help with four itineraries for the perfect solo date to match your personality. ...
Need the Perfect Date Idea? MKY’s Got It Covered
Planning the perfect date in a small town can be hard, but we’ve got you covered with four fun date itineraries to complement your personalities and combat those pre-date jitters! For the Kids At Heart ...
A Holly-Jolly Itinerary for the Most Magical Weekend in Murray
The first weekend of December in Murray brings holiday cheer, movie moments and of course Main Street merriment! We’ve got a weekend itinerary full of festive fun that will make you feel like you stepped straight into a Hallmark movie! ...
