The Current with K.J. - Aug. 27, 2026
from Studio67 Hosted by KJ Askew
On this episode of The Current with K.J., we remember the life and extraordinary legacy of country music icon Dolly Parton, from the songs that made her a global star to the philanthropy and literacy work that touched millions of lives. We also break down the alleged drug ring connected to Penn State students, the NFL’s decision to officially end the Pro Bowl game after 75 years, and a promising new FDA-approved treatment for one of the most difficult cancers to detect and treat. Then, in Carolina Focus, we look at North Carolina’s major settlement with Meta and the changes coming to social media experiences for young users, the irony surrounding a Wake County School Board chairman’s school-zone speeding case, and the unanswered questions surrounding the deaths of three family members in Rocky Mount. In The Hawk’s Nest, we recap New Student Orientation at Nash Community College, where more than 200 students and families participated; preview the upcoming campus Spirit Week and contest; and share information about the college’s 14-week fall classes beginning August 31.
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On this episode of The Current with K.J., we remember the life and extraordinary legacy of country music icon Dolly Parton, from the songs that made her a global star to the philanthropy and literacy work that touched millions of lives. We also break down the alleged drug ring connected to Penn State students, the NFL’s decision to officially end the Pro Bowl game after 75 years, and a promising new FDA-approved treatment for one of the most difficult cancers to detect and treat. Then, in Ca...
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