Murray: Birthplace of the High-Five

Published: April 1, 2011, 4 a.m.

The high five is now a popular symbol of excitement recognized and enacted across the country. What you probably don't know is the high five originated right here in western Kentucky. Murray State University is the birthplace of the gesture. Now the local Chamber of Commerce is declaring next Saturday, High Five Day in Murray. Angela Hatton and Chris Taylor set out to explore the high five's local roots.