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placing flags ahead of Memorial Day(Ana Medina)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - As the weekend inches closer, it’s a time of reflection and commemoration for many.
As we honor those fallen heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
On Friday, ahead of Memorial Day on Monday, several Greenwood High School JROTC cadets placed American Flags in the three designated Veterans Sections at Fairview Cemetery.
The students went row by row placing a flag at each grave that belonged to a fallen hero.
Cadet Commander, Thomas Panzieri spoke on really taking time to reflect on this Memorial Day.
“It is very important because people often wake up now and just move their day long, and they don’t understand what happened to be able just to do that. They don’t understand that all of these brave men and women out here have given up so much or given up everything just so that we can wake up in peace or lay down and go to sleep in peace at night,” says Panzieri.
Senior Chief Daniel Garcia-Flores also spoke on placing flags ahead of Memorial Day.
“It’s an honor to do them, but it’s also very sad that many people have died for us,” she says.
Memorial Day is commemorated on Monday, May 30th.
1,125 flags were placed at the graves of military members at Fairview Cemetery. | 2022-05-27T21:47:00Z | www.wbko.com | Greenwood High School NJROTC cadets honor fallen heroes at Fairview Cemetery | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/27/greenwood-high-school-njrotc-cadets-honor-fallen-heroes-fairview-cemetery/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/27/greenwood-high-school-njrotc-cadets-honor-fallen-heroes-fairview-cemetery/ |
Shake Rag Shakedown(Ana Medina)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Arts, beer, food trucks, and live music?
On Saturday, Gasper Brewing hosted the second annual Shake Rag Shakedown that featured local artists, food trucks, a winery, and a distillery.
Those in attendance were able to walk around looking at the different works of artists in the community, while also supporting local businesses.
Isaiah King of Gasper Brewing spoke on the importance of showing support locally.
“There’s a small vendor fee this time, and we want them to collect as much as possible. Of course, we were trying to do an event like this quarterly so we can kind of rotate things out, and just during the pandemic, that was our big driver last year because a lot of musicians and several other independent people could play online or whatever, but our local artists didn’t really have that support and no events like this, so it’s something we want to continue on,” adds Isaiah King. | 2022-05-29T02:00:38Z | www.wbko.com | Shake Rag Shakedown brings local artists together | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/29/shake-rag-shakedown-brings-local-artists-together/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/29/shake-rag-shakedown-brings-local-artists-together/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - All chaos broke in the first round of the 4th Region Softball Tournament. The day kicked off with the 15th District champion Allen County Scottsville taking on 13th District runner-up Logan County.
Logan County got up to a 7-2 lead early, the Patriots kept crawling back. In the bottom of the seventh Bailey Ausbrooks rocked a two-run home run to send the game into extras.
It would be tied 8-8 until the 12th inning when Addie Ausbrooks hit a walk-off RBI single to win it for the Patriots 9-8.
Greenwood and Russellville would dominate their opponents, the Gators shut out Russell County 7-0. The Panthers get their first-ever region tournament win over Clinton County 16-2.
Barren County almost pulled off the upset of the year over South Warren. The Trojanettes lead 3-2 heading into the bottom of the 7th, the Spartans tied it to go into extras. In the 8th, South Warren avoided the upset with a walk off single from Selynna Metcalfe.
The semifinals begin Sunday, here is the schedule:
Allen County Scottsville vs. Greenwood 2 pm
Russellville vs. South Warren 4 pm | 2022-05-29T04:21:58Z | www.wbko.com | Spartans survive, Panthers advance to first ever 4th Region Semifinal | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/29/spartans-survive-panthers-advance-first-ever-4th-region-semifinal/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/29/spartans-survive-panthers-advance-first-ever-4th-region-semifinal/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Another year, another rematch of the 14th District Championship as South Warren and Greenwood take care of business in the semifinals.
In the first game, the Gators dominated Allen County-Scottsville 17-0 to advance to the championship game. The Spartans and Russellville played after with South Warren holding the Panthers to one run as the Spartans head to their seventh straight 4th Region Championship game.
In the 14th District title game, South Warren defeated Greenwood 3-2.
First pitch is set for 6 pm Monday at the WKU Softball Complex. | 2022-05-30T04:12:10Z | www.wbko.com | Spartans, Gators to meet for 4th Region Championship | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/30/spartans-gators-meet-4th-region-championship/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/30/spartans-gators-meet-4th-region-championship/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The Spartans would not be denied in extra innings this time.
Almost exactly a year after falling to Warren East in the 4th region championship game in extra innings, South Warren softball avenges that loss and punches its ticket to Lexington after defeating their 14th district rival Greenwood Gators, 8-5, in extra innings.
“We have worked so long and hard for this. I mean, I cannot tell you how proud I am of them and you know, I get emotional because it’s like you put so much passion and so much time into this. And finally, their moment has come,” Spartans head coach Kelly Reynolds said.
Greenwood jumped out to an early 4-0 after the second inning as Gators’ pitcher Kayden Murray was holding a no-hitter into the sixth inning. Selynna Metcalfe hit a 3-run home run that inning before Elly Bennett tied the game at four after scoring on a squeeze bunt.
In the top of the ninth, the Spartans extended their lead on an RBI double from Carrie Enlow. Greenwood responded in the bottom half with a stolen base at home from freshman Savannah White to tie the game back at five but failed to take the lead with another runner on third.
South Warren put the game away with a 3-run tenth inning thanks to a 2-run home run from Katie Walker and another scored run by Bennett.
The Spartans will be back in Lexington for the first time since 2017 and will face the winner of the 9th region on Saturday, June 4 in Lexington at 8 p.m. CT. | 2022-05-31T05:21:41Z | www.wbko.com | South Warren survives Greenwood in 10 innings to win 4th region title | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/31/south-warren-survives-greenwood-10-innings-win-4th-region-title/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/31/south-warren-survives-greenwood-10-innings-win-4th-region-title/ |
Alice Stier(Barren County Detention Center)
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - An Greenwood, Indiana woman has been arrested after police discovered a vehicle she was driving was stolen.
Alice Stier, 36, was charged with theft by unlawful taking a vehicle and theft by unlawful taking a firearm.
On May 26, the Glasgow Police Department responded to the Extreme Fitness Center in reference to a complaint.
Officers located Stier and confirmed that the vehicle she had been operating was stolen from a business located on West Front Street.
Officers also confirmed that a handgun that was inside the vehicle had been stolen.
Stier is currently lodged in the Barren County Detention Center. | 2022-05-31T17:42:41Z | www.wbko.com | Indiana woman arrested in Glasgow for possessing stolen vehicle | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/31/indiana-woman-arrested-glasgow-possessing-stolen-vehicle/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/05/31/indiana-woman-arrested-glasgow-possessing-stolen-vehicle/ |
Local mother using social media to ask for assistance during the baby formula shortage
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - As some parents continue scrambling trying to find their specific baby formula more and more are being driven to find other alternatives.
In Warren County, one mother is seeking donations of breast milk. Kaitlyn Kinslow adds that two people helped with her request and managed to donate her some.
She adds that at first her daughter was on formula but it got harder and harder to find the kind that she needed and that her baby does a lot better with breast milk.
“So I’ve kind of been looking around at people that I know trying to find breast milk. I had two people that donated me quite a bit of breast milk, she just does better with it,” says Kinslow.
Kinslow is the mother of a nine-month-old, she recently sought help through social media.
“I’ve kind of posted on Facebook, Can anybody help donate me some breast milk? I breastfed until she was about six months old. But I’m a nurse and had to go back to work so it just got really hard to do that and just people have been helping out giving breast milk and I’ve had people and other states that have sent me formula,” adds Kinslow.
She says it is a matter of looking out for resources and adds that there are mothers out there willing to help.
“There’s a lot of moms that have oversupply and have a lot of breast milk saved. My suggestion would just be to ask, you know, it can’t hurt to ask there are a lot of people out there that are more than willing to help you get what you need for your baby,” she also says.
Kinslow adds that even though she has some breast milk right now she will need more.
“I think I will need more before she turns a year old. Anything helps at this point,” said Kinslow.
A few years back The Medical Center at Bowling Green became a donation site for breast milk. | 2022-06-01T02:11:21Z | www.wbko.com | Warren County mother seeks breast milk donations as alternative to baby formula | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/01/warren-county-mother-seeks-breast-milk-donations-alternative-baby-formula/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/01/warren-county-mother-seeks-breast-milk-donations-alternative-baby-formula/ |
No New Clothes(remake.world)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - WBKO’s Ariella Scalese along with other members of ABC’s meteorologist team are taking part in the “No New Clothes Pledge”.
The pledge begins June 1 and lasts until Sept. 1.
The community, including Good Morning America’s Meteorologist, Ginger Zee, is pausing purchases of new clothes for 90 days, and instead reflecting on our culture’s consumption habits.
“My job as ABC News’ chief meteorologist is to forecast, chase and report on the nation’s weather,” Zee wrote. “As managing editor of our climate unit, I report on and investigate the latest issues and solutions in the climate crisis. As a scientist, these are the parts of my job I am most focused on. However, I realized there’s something else at the forefront of my job: my clothes.”
Scalese stressed the importance of the pledge and explained the benefits that the pledge brings.
“By pledging to buy no new clothes - whether that’s buying nothing at all or only secondhand - you will reduce your carbon footprint, limit the waste you send to landfills and keep your hard-earned dollars away from companies that don’t provide their garment workers with living wages and safe working conditions,” Scalese said.
For more information about the pledge, visit here. | 2022-06-01T12:53:08Z | www.wbko.com | ABC meteorologists participating in ‘No New Clothes Pledge’ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/01/abc-meteorologists-participating-no-new-clothes-pledge/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/01/abc-meteorologists-participating-no-new-clothes-pledge/ |
South Central Bank
The purpose of hospice is to provide comfort and support to you and your family when facing a life limiting illness. Our professional team provides a full range of services that include: Physical care: pain and symptom control; Supportive psychosocial and spiritual care; Medical management of the hospice diagnosis; Supplies, equipment, and medications related to the hospice diagnosis. Hospice of Southern Kentucky, Inc provides support that enables the terminally ill to spend their final days in a pain-free and dignified home environment.
WKU Upward Bound awarded $2.1 million federal grant | 2022-06-01T13:39:20Z | www.wbko.com | 3 Degree Guarantee benefiting the Hospice of Southern Kentucky | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/01/3-degree-guarantee-benefiting-hospice-southern-kentucky/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/01/3-degree-guarantee-benefiting-hospice-southern-kentucky/ |
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - A man was killed Tuesday after a wreck on Trojan Trail in Glasgow.
The Glasgow Police Department responded to an injury accident call where they found a 2009 GMC Sierra being operated by Richard A. Mattingly had traveled off the road way.
Initial investigations reported that Mattingly was traveling eastbound on Trojan Trail when he “suffered a medical issue” causing his vehicle to run off the road and into a field before stopping.
Police said Mattingly was transported by the Barren-Metcalfe EMS to T.J. Samson Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The incident was investigated by GPD Officer Zachary Barber, and assisted by the Barren-Metcalfe EMS and the Glasgow Fire Department. | 2022-06-01T14:26:57Z | www.wbko.com | One dead following wreck in Glasgow | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/01/one-dead-following-wreck-glasgow/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/01/one-dead-following-wreck-glasgow/ |
400 mile yard sale going through Kentucky(WBKO)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The 400 Mile Sale is back again this year, with plenty of spots in Kentucky to shop.
The event paves a 400 mile long path through Kentucky with garage sales, yard sales, and small markets set up across U.S. Highway sixty 68. Among the sales was Christina Sullivan, co-owner of C&C Nursery in Richardsville, KY.
“This is our actually our second year doing this. It’s good for business. I love meeting people,” Sullivan said, “It’s awesome just sending my hard work out to somebody who enjoys it. Like that’s, that’s what it’s all about for me.”
Spots and vendors are available all across the highway. Vendors are selling anything and everything, from homeware to clothing.
”Painted glassware, furniture, dishes, cast iron, good variety. The weather’s finally good,” said Larry Lewis who was working his own yard sale booth, “Next two days, everybody come on out and shop.”
The sale will be going until this Sunday, June 5. More information can be found on the sales website. | 2022-06-02T23:26:05Z | www.wbko.com | 400 mile yard sale going through Kentucky | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/02/400-mile-yard-sale-going-through-kentucky/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/02/400-mile-yard-sale-going-through-kentucky/ |
View from the Hill: WKU Pre College Strings Program will hold Summer Strings Institute in person next month
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - WKU’s pre-college STRINGS program hasn’t missed a beat in spite of the pandemic challenges presented over the past few years.
After wrapping up the school year with a group recital recently, the program is now gearing up to be back in person for next month’s Summer Strings Institute.
This is the Suzuki playdown method.
“Which means we take a bunch of pieces and repertoire and we start from the hardest pieces and we play down to the easiest piece.
“By the end, we’ll have sixty kids playing the very first piece in Suzuki bookline which is Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.”
“Violin has definitely played a big role in my life.
Twelve-year-old Leah Chen has been playing violin since the first grade.
“I think I’ve made so many friends from this program, also just learned a lot about musical expression and things like that.”
Caliann only has one year under her belt but her mom hopes she’s in it for the long haul.
“One thing that learning the violin and this program really teaches children is long term goals and dedication.”
The strings program has benefited from the instruction of doctors Andy Braddock and Ching-Yi Lin for more than a decade.
“That’s what I try to do with my teaching is give my students a really clear pathway to success.”
The learning will continue at the popular Summer Strings Institute next month, a week-long camp that even welcomes beginners as young as four years old.
“Any parents that are looking to have their child challenged but also have fun learning something, I would definitely recommend it.”
“It’s really fun.”
WKU’s Summer String Institute will be held July 18 – 22nd. To find out more log onto wku.edu/summerstrings. | 2022-06-03T02:35:01Z | www.wbko.com | View from the Hill: WKU Pre College Strings Program will hold Summer Strings Institute in person next month | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/view-hill-wku-pre-college-strings-program-will-hold-summer-strings-institute-person-next-month/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/view-hill-wku-pre-college-strings-program-will-hold-summer-strings-institute-person-next-month/ |
Governor Andy Beshear brings grants to Glasgow community(WBKO)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Governor Andy Beshear spoke to the Barren county community about funding for upgrades to recreational trails and improvements for pedestrian safety today.
He spoke about recruiting investments from the state to attract more tourism and create a better economical life for local residents.
Governor Andy Beshear also took the time to award the community with a $179,094 check for the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), which provides support for additional safety and accessibility for all transportation needs. “It provides funding for safety and accessibility as well as to support economic development . TAP is a federal funded program that our cabinet is able to get needed dollars out to communities like this. We are excited to award to park city $179,094,” Beshear announced.
In addition, he also presented a reactional trails program grant used for maintaining trails for motorized or non-motorized use for the Beaver Creek Park. The funds will allow for greater space to allow more walkers, bicyclists, and more events to take place at the park. The grant was $22,128. | 2022-06-03T03:22:39Z | www.wbko.com | Governor Andy Beshear brings grants to Glasgow community | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/governor-andy-beshear-brings-grants-glasgow-community/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/governor-andy-beshear-brings-grants-glasgow-community/ |
Arts of Southern Kentucky announces Orchestra Kentucky’s 202-2023 season.(Ana Medina)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Arts of Southern Kentucky announced Thursday that individual concert tickets to Orchestra Kentucky’s 2022-23 season will go on sale Monday, June 6.
Tickets may be purchased any time through OrchestraKentucky.com, or by calling the SKyPAC box office at 270-904-1880 open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.
Highlights include “Beatlemadness” – a recreation of the very first Retro Series concert – tributes to the music of Linda Ronstadt, Elton John, Davide Bowie and Fleetwood Mac, an appearance by noted Sinatra interpreter Steve Lippia and the return of the J.C. Kirby & Son Christmas Spectacular.
Ticket prices for most concerts start at just $17.
“Orchestra Kentucky’s 2021-22 season set several box office records, and it was an absolute joy to perform before enthusiastic audiences,” said Orchestra Kentucky Music Director Jeffrey Reed. “We remain grateful for the amazing support this community continues to provide and look forward to another exciting year.”
The 2022-23 Variety Series is sponsored by Graves Gilbert Clinic, and the Retro Series is sponsored by Jim and Darlene Johnson and Jim Johnson Nissan-Hyundai. | 2022-06-03T13:59:17Z | www.wbko.com | 2022-23 Orchestra Kentucky season tickets going on sale June 6 | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/orchestra-kentucky-tickets-going-sale-june-6/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/orchestra-kentucky-tickets-going-sale-june-6/ |
FOX19 NOW's Tricia Macke was in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Dec. 16 to see how cleanup is going in the wake of the deadly tornado last weekend.(WXIX)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The City of Bowling Green is set to receive $970,000 in the latest round of tornado assistance distribution.
Gov. Andy Beshear announced a fifth round of awards Thursday from the West Kentucky State Aid Funding for Emergencies fund.
The more than $1 million in assistance announced will go to two eligible Western Kentucky counties and one city to help with the costs of restoration and recovery from the devastating December 2021 tornadoes.
Bowling Green will receive the majority of the funding, which will reimburse the city for its upfront payments to cover utility reconnection charges for its citizens, as well as the cost for the removal of trees and stumps from private properties and the replanting of trees lost to the storm.
“Nearly six months have passed since tornadoes struck Western Kentucky. And while our people are resilient and our communities are rebuilding, there is more work to be done,” Beshear said. “The funds awarded this week will help cover expenses and services that are not eligible for FEMA aid and will help relieve some of the financial strain these communities continue to face during this time of recovery.”
The more than $1 million announced today will accommodate the local share for FEMA-eligible expenses for Taylor and Hopkins counties and support the purchase of heavy equipment in Hopkins County to facilitate debris removal.
Today’s funding awards include:
$58,500 to the Hopkins County Fiscal Court; and
$10,400 to Taylor County.
Since early May, Beshear has announced awards of more than $20 million in SAFE funding to eligible Western Kentucky cities, counties and other entities. | 2022-06-03T16:01:10Z | www.wbko.com | Bowling Green to receive $970K in fifth round of tornado assistance awards | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/bowling-green-receive-970k-fifth-round-tornado-assistance-awards/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/bowling-green-receive-970k-fifth-round-tornado-assistance-awards/ |
Mug shot of Dwayne Muse from 2018.(Barren County Jail)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The Barren County Sheriff’s Department arrested 22-year-old Dwayne Jackson Muse of Franklin on two counts of first-degree rape and sodomy on Friday.
A Barren County Sherriff’s Deputy responded to a sexual abuse complaint on Tuesday. An arrest citation states that the victim informed authorities that Muse forced her to have sexual relations with him, even threatening her with a firearm at one point.
Authorities also determined that he had other inappropriate relations with another juvenile, the citation states. Officials obtained detailed evidence following a forensic interview with both juveniles.
The citation states Muse admitted to performing sexual acts on both juveniles. He is lodged in the Barren County Jail. | 2022-06-03T20:53:02Z | www.wbko.com | Man accused of rape, sodomy of two juveniles in Barren County | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/man-accused-rape-sodomy-two-juveniles-barren-county/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/03/man-accused-rape-sodomy-two-juveniles-barren-county/ |
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - This week’s Hometown Hero is brought to you by Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers.
In a matter of seconds, the life of Kristie Young changed forever.
On a day that represents freedom and festivities, Kristie was permanently disfigured by a firework, an incident that almost claimed her life.
“I don’t think she realizes is that other members look at her and they are so inspired, you know, with her dedication. Other people think I can do this, if she can do this, I can surely do this,” says Starla Buckley who knows Kristie.
Kristie is now motivating others and showing them that if you really want to do something you can.
“To not give up, I mean I modified my life, so I got to modify everything but you can still do things,” adds Kristie about being motivated.
“She has taken this and she has made this an inspiration. You know, God has used her in so many ways because of her positive attitude, her dedication, and her hard work. She is inspiring other people,” adds Buckley.
On Thursday, as a sign of inspiration and determination, Workout Anytime of Glasgow awarded Kristie the lifetime member award.
“I’m so emotional but it’s such a burden lifted off of me and I never had to worry about that again and so it is my goal that one day I will walk again and with this I mean every day I can continue my fight,” says Kristie.
“When people see Christie overcoming what she’s overcoming, to get in the gym and to make exercise a priority. She inspires people everywhere she goes not just our gym members, but everyone in the community is inspired by her dedication,” also says Starla.
Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Wathetta Buford | 2022-06-04T02:31:57Z | www.wbko.com | Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Kristie Young | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/04/hughes-coleman-hometown-hero-kristie-young/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/04/hughes-coleman-hometown-hero-kristie-young/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Kids in Warren County and South Central Kentucky are finding different ways to stay busy this summer.
Warren County 4-H Shooting Sports Club hosted a youth shooting tournament at Green River Gun Club in Bowling Green on Saturday. Over 150 youth coming from 18 counties participated in over 160 events.
Some of the events include archery, pistol, black powder, and trap events.
Leaders at the tournament say they want to show kids how to have fun but be responsible at the same time.
“They’re excited to be here. They’re excited to get that chance. Many of them have been practicing over and over and have time to come out and show their stuff. So they’re happy to do it,” 4-H coordinator Darrel Sweets said.
Sweets says that kids from Warren County 4-H will travel across the state this summer to compete in similar events. | 2022-06-05T05:00:58Z | www.wbko.com | Warren County 4-H hosts youth shooting tournament | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/05/warren-county-4-h-hosts-youth-shooting-tournament/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/05/warren-county-4-h-hosts-youth-shooting-tournament/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - It’s been a gorgeous and warm weekend overall! Hope you got the outdoor activities out of the way because we’re tracking rain first thing for the work week.
Scattered showers on tap for the work week!(WBKO)
The first half of our day actually looks HOT and dry with temperatures warming to the mid and upper 80s around lunch. Showers make their way to the western parts of our region as we begin our afternoon. The SPC has placed us under a marginal risk for severe weather, which means we could see one or two severe cells later in the day. For the most part, we’ll see thunderstorms likely from the afternoon until nighttime. Expect heavy downpours and gusty winds at times. More scattered showers are expected for Tuesday and Wednesday, so you’ll need to keep that rain gear with you. We’ll catch a break from the rain on Thursday, and then we’ll see a cool down with highs only making it to the upper 70s by Friday and Saturday.
MONDAY: Widely scattered PM showers and storms. High 88. Low 68. Winds S at 13 mph.
TUESDAY: Scattered showers and storms. High 86. Low 67. Winds SE at 8 mph.
WEDNESDAY: Widely scattered showers and storms. High 84. Low 66. Winds S at 9 mph. | 2022-06-06T00:40:00Z | www.wbko.com | Scattered showers on tap for the work week! | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/05/scattered-showers-tap-work-week/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/05/scattered-showers-tap-work-week/ |
Fairy gardens back in Bowling Green(wbko)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - A little bit of magic was spread through bowling green today, with several fairy gardens popping up around town.
The gardens are the work of bowling green garden club, which holds the event annually but has had to cancel the past two years due to Covid.
“We use it as an annual fundraiser for the bowling green garden club,” said club member Patricia Sowell, “We haven’t had one since 2019, so we’re really excited to have it back this year.”
Sowell said the club also uses the donation money to help the Western Kentucky University Horticulture club.
There were seven total fairy gardens around town for people to tour, with refreshments and fairy games for all at Lost River Cave afterwards.
More information on the garden club can be found on their Facebook. | 2022-06-06T00:40:06Z | www.wbko.com | Fairy Gardens back in Bowling Green | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/06/fairy-gardens-back-bowling-green/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/06/fairy-gardens-back-bowling-green/ |
Robert Martin(Barren County Detention Center)
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - A Glasgow man was arrested Sunday after police responded to a gunshots complaint.
Robert Martin, was charged with possession of a handgun by a convicted felon and possession of a defaced firearm.
The Glasgow Police Department reported they responded to the area of Columbia Avenue for the complaint where they conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was leaving a parking lot.
Officers found Martin driving the vehicle and conducted a search.
Police said they found a 9mm handgun underneath the passenger seat with the serial number on the weapon filed off.
Martin remains housed in the Barren County Detention Center with a court date set for today, June 6, at 12:30 p.m. | 2022-06-06T13:25:56Z | www.wbko.com | Glasgow man charged after shots fired complalint | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/06/glasgow-man-charged-after-shots-fired-complalint/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/06/glasgow-man-charged-after-shots-fired-complalint/ |
BARREN COUNTY, Ky. (WBKO) - The Barren County Judge-Executive and County Transportation Department announce the following road closures:
- The low water ford on Kino 88 Road is closed to through traffic until further notice due to water damage.
- Tracy Road is down to one lane at the low water ford due to water damage.
- A portion of Happy Hollow, Crabtree, and Ritters Mill roads are currently under water.
You are asked to use caution in these areas. Do not try to cross flooded roads or roads that are covered with debris. The Barren County Transportation Department is working to resolve these issues, and say the public will be notified when Kino 88 Road reopens. | 2022-06-07T21:42:14Z | www.wbko.com | Flooding closes roads in Barren County | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/07/flooding-closes-roads-barren-county/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/07/flooding-closes-roads-barren-county/ |
Tasty Tuesday at WBKO(WBKO)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Say goodbye to Food Truck Fridays and hello to Tasty Tuesdays. The new food truck event kicked off in the parking lot at the WBKO Studio.
Food Trucks set up in the parking lot and donated proceeds to the African American Museum. The trucks included Big Al’s Hot Chicken, South Cow and Totally Baked
The museum is holding a fundraiser right now to help with tornado and fire recovery.
“Each item that was damaged, that we’re going to recover and post has to be cleaned. It has to be made available, again, to reframe certain instances, rare items have to be conserved so that they can be shown again, and put in context with our exhibits,” said John Hardin, African American Museum board Chairman.
“We are a private organization that does not receive any funding from the government. But people have been gracious to donate to bring back all of the items damaged by water, put out the fire, and by the tornado.”
Be on the lookout for our next Tasty Tuesday event, benefitting another organization here in southcentral Kentucky. | 2022-06-07T21:42:39Z | www.wbko.com | Tasty Tuesday kicks off benefitting the African American Museum | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/07/tasty-tuesday-kicks-off-benefitting-african-american-museum/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/07/tasty-tuesday-kicks-off-benefitting-african-american-museum/ |
tree on Magnolia St.(Ana Medina)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Bowling Green is receiving additional funding aimed at different areas of the city hit by December’s tornadoes.
Part of the funding will be used in the replantation of the canopy lost because so many trees were destroyed.
“While it will take some time, trees are an investment,” says Jared Weaver, an arborist and a forester with the city of Bowling Green.
“We’re hoping to put this money to work for new trees,” adds City Manager, Jeff Meisel on the new funds the city just received.
“Unfortunately, the homeowners in Bowling Green suffered the bulk of the losses and that’s evident as you drive around the neighborhoods and you can see that where it used to be a shady tree, lined street, now it’s wide open,” adds Weaver.
The city of Bowling Green has received $970,000 from the West Kentucky State Aid Funding for Emergencies Fund, money that is aimed at different things including the replanting of trees lost as a result of the tornadoes.
“The tree loss hits us all very hard, we lose that beauty of our neighborhoods, we lose that heating and cooling, the cooling effect of the tree, so our utility bills are gonna go up. But it also is a loss of habitat for the nature in our city,” also says Weaver.
Weaver an arborist for the city says the trees are an investment for the future, especially for families.
“Without that tree canopy, we don’t have that wildlife to enhance our lives. It’s devastating to lose that where we don’t hear the birds chirping and see the squirrels running around in our neighborhoods,” Weaver says.
City Manager Jeff Meisel says no taxpayer money will be used.
“We look at this as just like another grant that we’ve received with, with no match requirement,” said Meisel. | 2022-06-08T02:20:47Z | www.wbko.com | Bowling Green Arborist talks loss of canopy after December tornadoes, and replanting new trees | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/08/bowling-green-arborist-talks-loss-canopy-after-december-tornadoes-replanting-new-trees/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/08/bowling-green-arborist-talks-loss-canopy-after-december-tornadoes-replanting-new-trees/ |
BGMU to close part of a lane on U.S. 31-W(BGMU)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Bowling Green Municipal Utilities announced Wednesday they will close a section of a lane on U.S. 31-W on Monday, June 13.
The section will be the far right northeast lane of the bypass between Natcher Lane and River Street.
The lane closure will be in place for approximately one month as a contractor repairs the sidewalk in front of the Water Treatment Plant.
Crews will have signage in place instructing drivers to merge. | 2022-06-08T14:31:43Z | www.wbko.com | BGMU to have section of a lane of U.S. 31-W closed June 13 | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/08/bgmu-have-section-lane-us-31-w-closed-june-13/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/08/bgmu-have-section-lane-us-31-w-closed-june-13/ |
Bradley Ross and Savannah McClanahan(WBKO)
SHEPHERDSVILLE Ky. (WBKO) - Bullitt County authorities have arrested a man and a woman, in the deaths of Katelyn Rayman and Kristin Longaker. They were found shot on Pitts Point Road the morning of Monday May 30, 2022.
Bradely Ross, 32, and Savannah McClanahan are in the Bullitt County Jail, charged with murder, robbery, and tampering with evidence.
The sheriff’s office is still looking for the silver 2002 Hyundai Elantra with Kentucky registration plate 579 AMN. | 2022-06-09T05:45:30Z | www.wbko.com | Arrests made in Bullitt County double murder | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/09/arrests-made-bullitt-county-double-murder/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/09/arrests-made-bullitt-county-double-murder/ |
Hilvue Heights Church hosts summer dance party for adults with disabilities
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The Summer Dance Party is back!
The Summer Dance Party is an outdoor version, hosted in the parking lot, of Hilvue Heights Church’s annual Jesus Prom, which was created as a way to communicate the love of Jesus to adults with mental or physical disabilities.
Jesus Prom was an event annually presented by the church but stopped when COVID hit, due to being indoors.
“That was how we approached our first dance party last summer”, Ben Brewster the church’s Connections Pastor said in an email to WBKO, “During the party last year, we all were realizing, ‘Hey, this is a really great time’, and many people that came to the first one told us they loved it. So, when we decided to delay Jesus Prom again this past February, we looked ahead to the summer and said, ‘Let’s do the Summer Dance Party again”.
He also added that there were over 180 participants who signed up for the event.
There were also some differences between the summer dance party and Jesus Prom, including no dates, limo rides, dinner, or photos. The dress code was also not prom attire-and the night’s theme was Hawaiian Dance Party.
Refreshments were also made available to people who wanted them. | 2022-06-10T04:36:33Z | www.wbko.com | Hilvue Heights Church hosts summer dance party for adults with disabilities | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/10/hilvue-heights-church-hosts-summer-dance-party-adults-with-disabilities/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/10/hilvue-heights-church-hosts-summer-dance-party-adults-with-disabilities/ |
Bowling Green Young Professionals See Demonstration of Surgical Robot
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Bowling Green Young Professionals got hands-on experience with a surgical robot at Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital.
The group was able to witness what the robot does and how it performs during surgery.
Jared Lesher the COO says it is important for the public to know the kind of technology the hospital operates with especially for certain procedures that can be minimally invasive.
“The benefits of minimally invasive procedures and the more procedures that we can go that we can move that way as, as healthcare evolves, really gives people the chance to have access to healthcare they need, but then, more importantly, get back to their regular lives sooner than in the past when you had more cases that were performed openly,” says Lesher.
Adding that Greenview is grateful for the support the community continues to give.
For more information on the Bowling Green Young Professionals Group click here. | 2022-06-11T01:52:06Z | www.wbko.com | Bowling Green Young Professionals witness demonstration of surgical robot at Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/11/bowling-green-young-professionals-witness-demonstration-surgical-robot-tristar-greenview-regional-hospital/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/11/bowling-green-young-professionals-witness-demonstration-surgical-robot-tristar-greenview-regional-hospital/ |
Peach Tree Tattoo old location(Aaron Cherry)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - December 11, 2021, continues in the memories of those in Bowling Green.
It’s been six months since devastating tornadoes ripped through iconic parts of the city and some continue to rebuild, while others have since relocated.
“Me and my, my significant other were in the shop during the tornado,” recalled Aaron Cherry, the owner of Peach Tree Tattoo.
He remembered what he was doing the morning of the tornadoes.
“The air raid sirens start going off and then she’s kind of gathering up the stuff and moving toward the bathroom. And I’m looking out the side window because we know which direction everything’s coming from, and there’s like a rolling blackout, everything kind of goes dark, I see a huge black figure and yell at her to get in the bathroom. Everything, all of the air kind of gets sucked out of the room, you can kind of feel it [makes noise] ears kind of pop and then sounds like a train is rolling by, all of the glass shatters and you can just kind of see the tornado and everything flying,” he says.
A sight like no other left Cherry with a mix of emotions.
“I think I was just kind of in a heightened state dealing with the issue. Now once it was all over, obviously, my heart was pounding my hands were like trembling, and I could barely stand up,” he adds.
The tornadoes destroyed the old location, causing the business that had opened up a year prior to relocate to Scottsville Road.
“The old building was a really cool building, sitting up on a hill it w also as it was kind of iconic. It had a really cool kind of, kind of roof structure outside. So it was, it was really recognizable,” he says remembering the old location.
Cherry is grateful that the community immediately decided to help out.
“A lot of people showed a lot of support and helping us do things and making sure we had places to put our stuff and if we needed to get it out and everything,” says Cherry.
And although Cherry says thankfully that morning they were not injured, he feels for those who lost more.
Peach Tree Tattoo is now located at 2708 Scottsville Road. | 2022-06-12T02:48:34Z | www.wbko.com | Tornado Anniversary: Peach Tree Tattoo speaks out six months after tornadoes destroyed old location | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/12/tornado-anniversary-peach-tree-tattoo-speaks-out-six-months-after-tornadoes-destroyed-old-location/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/12/tornado-anniversary-peach-tree-tattoo-speaks-out-six-months-after-tornadoes-destroyed-old-location/ |
South Warren ends season with semifinal loss(Mohammad Ahmad)
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WBKO) - South Warren’s comeback magic simply ran out on Saturday against Ballard.
Less than 24 hours removed from their quarterfinal rally to victory against Henderson County on Friday, the second-ranked Spartans hit a wall against the top-ranked Bruins, 11-0 - ending their season.
“We were tired. We had an awesome win last night against Henderson County which everybody knows a great comeback win. You always have got to have a winner and a loser and we just kept pull it out tonight,” Spartans head coach Kelly Reynolds said.
Ballard jumped out to a quick 6-0 lead in the first inning as 7th grade pitcher Courtney Norwood was pulled after 1 2/3 innings. The Spartans and another middle school pitcher, Layla Ogden, kept the Bruins from scoring another run until the sixth inning.
But South Warren couldn’t get the spigot going on offense. Bruins’ pitching ace Brooke Gray, who was 29-0 entering Saturday, pitched a masterpiece of a complete game, throwing 12 strikeouts and only allow six hits.
“We gave it our fight. We gave the last thing we got and Ballard was a tough team and I give them credit and, you know, they’ve been doing good all season,” senior catcher Carrie Enlow said.
Despite making in-game adjustments, Coach Reynolds said Ballard “took over” in the game.
“I told the hitters before we said you know you got to be disciplined, but, you know, you can only do so much you. It’s in their hands once they step in the batter’s box,” Reynolds said.
Amidst the mixture of cheers, tears and even laughs from the Spartans, including their seniors like Enlow, Caroline Pitcock Elly Bennett and Selynna Metcalfe, Pitcock agreed that they wouldn’t let this loss define their “fight” this season.
“This team’s fight has been unreal. Like we’ve done it all together and it’s just, it’s just been great,” Pitcock said.
A team effort indeed, reflected in Reynolds’ words.
“We really didn’t have any major dominating players: We had a dominating team. And I’m real proud of the girls, real proud of their fight that they put in this year,” Reynolds said.
South Warren finishes the season 38-3. 38 wins marks a new program-record, and the Spartans had a 30-game winning streak entering Saturday. | 2022-06-12T04:24:18Z | www.wbko.com | Top-ranked Bruins end South Warren’s season in semifinal loss | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/12/top-ranked-bruins-end-south-warrens-season-semifinal-loss/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/12/top-ranked-bruins-end-south-warrens-season-semifinal-loss/ |
Humane Society urges public to spay and neuter this summer(wbko)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - As summer starts to creep up on us, the Warren County Humane Society is urging residents to spay and neuter their pets and strays they come across.
The Humane Society advises that spaying and neutering stray animals, particularly cats, cuts down on the stray population and shelter intake. This allows for lower euthansia rates and a better disbursement of resources through the shelter.
Likewise, the society suggests spaying and neutering your pets at home, saying that spaying and neutering reduces aggression, lowers risk of cancer, and can increase your pets lifespan by three to five years.
Currently, the Humane Society is having their “Pitties and Kitties” spay and neuter special. Any cat or Pitbull brought in can be spayed, neutered, and given a rabies vaccine for $10.
More information on the event and the Humane Societies spay and neuter clinic can be found on their website. | 2022-06-13T00:20:56Z | www.wbko.com | Humane Society urges public to spay and neuter this summer | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/12/humane-society-urges-public-spay-neuter-this-summer/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/12/humane-society-urges-public-spay-neuter-this-summer/ |
As the government shutdown continues, Lincoln's Birthplace is closed.(WAVE 3 News)
HODGENVILLE, Ky. (AP) - The Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park is observing Juneteenth with two free presentations.
The National Park Service said in a statement that Ranger Layton Carr will lead a discussion at 11 a.m. Saturday about Abraham Lincoln’s legacy in pushing for emancipation and how that led to the formation of Juneteenth.
The statement says there will also be a Kentucky Humanities Council Chautauqua performance in the afternoon.
Virgil Covington Jr. will portray William Wells Brown in a living history presentation.
Brown was born into slavery in central Kentucky but escaped in 1834 and is considered to be the first published Black novelist and playwright. | 2022-06-14T12:55:13Z | www.wbko.com | Lincoln birthplace to observe Juneteenth with presentations | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/14/lincoln-birthplace-observe-juneteenth-with-presentations/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/14/lincoln-birthplace-observe-juneteenth-with-presentations/ |
Partnership with FOX8/WGHP serving Greensboro, Winston Salem, High Point, NC begins July 5
(The Lee and Hayley Show)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - “The Lee and Hayley Show” continues to gain momentum and expand its reach with the announcement of their show being added to the programming schedule with FOX8/WGHP, part of DMA Market 47 serving the Greensboro – Winston Salem – High Point region.
The show will be introduced to viewers on Tuesday, July 5 and will air weekdays at 1 p.m.
The longtime duo launched their new show on WTVQ ABC36 in Lexington in February of 2020 and have since grown to include audiences in Bowling Green (WBKO, FOX), Biloxi-Gulfport, Mississippi (WXXV, FOX), Columbus-Tupelo-Starkville, Mississippi (The CW), Macon, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT), Wilmington, North Carolina (WWAY, The CW), and now FOX8/WGHP giving them a current footprint of 13 cities in seven markets.
“We’re grateful to Jim Himes, the team at FOX8, and the Triad community for this opportunity,” said Lee Cruse. “We’ve been humbled by the show’s success and are truly blessed to have experienced such growth, especially during the pandemic. We look forward to meeting new friends in this market and sharing lots of laughs with you soon.”
From the very first show, Cruse and Hayley Harmon have delivered on viewer satisfaction with current event features, comic sketches, human-interest stories, and their weekly Charity Spotlight segment. Fan favorites include “Driving Me Crazy,” “Crazy Arms,” and daily antics with their staff. Viewers have been thrilled to be reunited with Lee and Hayley’s high-energy delivery, captivating on-screen chemistry, and no-punches-pulled comedy.
“Our plan from the beginning was to share one hour a day with our audience and hopefully give them give them an outlet to disconnect, be entertained, and enjoy a few laughs,” Harmon said. “Our fans are the very best in the country and are the lifeblood of ‘Lee and Hayley’. We are eternally grateful.” | 2022-06-15T13:28:53Z | www.wbko.com | The Lee and Hayley Show continues market expansion | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/15/lee-hayley-show-continues-market-expansion/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/15/lee-hayley-show-continues-market-expansion/ |
Joseph Lewis(Ohio County Sheriff's Office Facebook)
CROMWELL, Ky. (WBKO) - A Hustonville man has been arrested in Ohio County after he was found with a missing Indiana juvenile.
Joseph Lewis, 41, was charged with third-degree rape, third-degree sodomy and kidnapping a minor on Saturday, June 11, after the Ohio County Sheriff’s Office was notified about a missing juvenile from Indiana was in a semi-truck they said was driven by Lewis.
Police made contact with Lewis and the juvenile at Perdue Farms in Cromwell on Highway 231.
After an investigation, police determined that Lewis had driven the juvenile over state lines into Kentucky without parental consent, and furthered deprived the juvenile’s father of custody.
Deputies determined that the two had engaged in sexual acts, and Lewis was arrested without incident.
Lewis remains housed in the Ohio County Detention Center on a $25,000 cash bond. | 2022-06-15T18:03:17Z | www.wbko.com | Missing Indiana juvenile found in Cromwell, 1 arrested | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/15/missing-indiana-juvenile-found-cromwell-1-arrested/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/15/missing-indiana-juvenile-found-cromwell-1-arrested/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Hundreds of school-aged children flocked to Warren Central high on Thursday to hone their basketball skills.
Former Dragon and WKU Hilltopper-turned New York Jets tackle George Fant has returned his annual “Big Dream” camp back to Bowling Green. Day one of the camp featured different basketball drills and shootarounds for kids of all ages.
Several local coaches like South Warren head coach Carlos Quarles helped lead the charge. On top of that, several current Dragons, like Kade Unseld, Malik Jefferson and Damarion Walkup stepped in as coaching volunteers on top of Lady Dragons head coach Anthony Hickey.
While Fant was not present on Thursday, his wife, former Lady Topper Chastity Gooch, helped lead the charge.
“The kids are what it’s all about. You know, just seeing the smiles on their faces is nice. They’ve been looking forward to this throughout the year. It just, it just warms our hearts,” Gooch said.
Former Dragon basketball stars like Chris “Turbo” Porter-Bunton also helped chip in as volunteers, further adding to Gooch’s point.
“It’s a big thing for the community to come together and to show up here at Warren Central. We’re here for the kids and it’s just, I mean, just look, it’s a great turnout. And every kid is having fun,” Porter-Bunton said.
The camp will resume on the football field at Warren Central on Friday morning from 9 a.m. until noon. | 2022-06-17T00:28:30Z | www.wbko.com | George Fant’s annual “Big Dream” Basketball Camp returns | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/17/george-fants-annual-big-dream-basketball-camp-returns/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/17/george-fants-annual-big-dream-basketball-camp-returns/ |
Vehicle search involved in the death of a Bowling Green man has now moved to the Memphis and Jackson area.(Bowling Green Police Department)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The Bowling Green Police Department is expanding it’s investigation into a May 1 murder to the Jackson and Memphis area.
BGPD officers originally were seeking the identity of a vehicle used in the slaying of Willie Bays on May 1 at 19 East 13th Avenue.
“Due to the circumstances of Bays’ death, we cast a wide net and began canvassing all throughout the city looking for video surveillance of the vehicle driven by the suspects,” said BGPD PIO Ronnie Ward. “We located numerous videos showing this vehicle. We are now closing in on multiple investigative leads and are confident in the discovery of additional evidence. We are asking you to review these photos of the vehicle in the hopes you recognize it or have information about the car.”
Ward said the BGPD believes that the vehicle is a 2000 or 2001 Toyota Camry with dark-tinted windows and skull sticker on the rear windshield. | 2022-06-17T17:55:46Z | www.wbko.com | Bowling Green murder investigation expands to Memphis | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/17/bowling-green-murder-investigation-expands-memphis/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/17/bowling-green-murder-investigation-expands-memphis/ |
FRANKLIN, Ky. (WBKO) - It’ll be two weeks this Sunday since Lakisha and Tammie McCory lost their daughter in a double shooting in Franklin.
“Me and my daughter had a relationship, not just a mom and daughter relationship, but we were friends, really close friends,” says Lakisha McCory, Tierra Williams’ mother.
Through tears, McCory is sharing memories of her daughter, Tierra who died on June 5th.
“You fall in love with your children from the first movement, flutter in your belly, so I knew, I knew already then that I loved her. And giving birth to her and seeing her and holding her just intensified that,” recalled McCory.
Williams was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds at a home on Patton Road.
Officials later found her husband Jeremy Williams on the interstate near mile marker 23 with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
“It’s hard, it’s hard not having her here because not only am I missing a piece of me but I’m also missing that peace that she brought,” McCory adds.
“I miss talking to her every morning because we were used to, like, talking to each other every day. It’s kind of hard not talking to her,” also says Teanna Prince, Tierra’s sister.
The McCory’s continue keeping the legacy of Tierra alive as they look at pictures and videos, saying her biggest accomplishment was becoming a mom.
“She was just passionate about loving this child,” reflects McCory on her daughter fulfilling a dream of hers.
“She was really big on family and we were really big on protecting her,” added Prince.
A young mother’s life, cut short, by tragedy.
“She was an angel sent to Earth, like, believe it or not, and I honestly believe that,” says McCory.
“She was goofy, she’d joke around a lot. Oh, Tierra was my best friend, she was my role model person, I always looked up to her,” added Prince.
Now her family just treasures the time Tierra shared with them, never forgetting the type of person she was.
“She was beautiful, inside and out. Like her smile just illuminated, it didn’t matter how dark you felt if she would smile, like just a piece of you would smile,” recalled McCory.
Tierra would’ve turned 22 in August, she leaves behind a 10-month-old baby girl. | 2022-06-18T00:00:50Z | www.wbko.com | Family of double shooting victim in Franklin reacts to coping with loss | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/17/family-double-shooting-victim-franklin-reacts-coping-with-loss/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/17/family-double-shooting-victim-franklin-reacts-coping-with-loss/ |
NHRA Holley Fest Reunion
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Today marked the opening of the 19th annual Holley Hot Rod Reunion at Beech Bend Raceway Park.
There were vendors, food trucks, and vintage cars on display as well.
Automotive enthusiasts of all ages will be able to find something at the event that will capture their interests.
The car show portion of the event featured vintage and restored classic cars. The owners of the vehicles were standing by to answer questions about the cars’ histories and explain the restoration process of classic vehicles.
Kevin Hernandez, an associate with the NHRA Museum, describes the event as a “Family fun picnic type of event.”
You can purchase your spectator tickets at the gate at Beech Bend Raceway.
The Holley National Hot Rod Reunion is presented by AAA Insurance® and is produced by the NHRA Motorsports Museum.
This nostalgic race benefits the NHRA Motorsports Museum.
All proceeds of the Reunion directly support the daily operations, programs, and events of the Museum. | 2022-06-18T00:48:54Z | www.wbko.com | 19th Annual NHRA Holley Hot Rod Reunion | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/18/19th-annual-nhra-holley-hot-rod-reunion/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/18/19th-annual-nhra-holley-hot-rod-reunion/ |
Shooting(WBKO)
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - Glasgow Police have confirmed there was a shooting on Bryan Street in Glasgow.
Police add that the street had been previously closed but it is now back open.
Authorities also say the victim in the shooting was taken to the hospital and has already been released.
We will continue to update this story as details are revealed. | 2022-06-18T21:18:49Z | www.wbko.com | Shooting on Bryan Street in Glasgow | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/18/shooting-bryan-street-glasgow/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/18/shooting-bryan-street-glasgow/ |
Bowling Green Hot Rods(Bowling Green Hot Rods)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Alika Williams drove in six runs, including a pair of homers, as the Bowling Green Hot Rods (37-24) cruised to a 12-0 victory over the Winston-Salem Dash (32-30) on Saturday at Bowling Green Ballpark.
With Bowling Green’s win and the Hickory Crawdads’ loss, the Hot Rods magic number to clinch the first-half pennant is down the three games. The Dash and the Hot Rods will finish their series on Sunday with a 1:05 PM CT first pitch.
Bowling Green plated two in the first, with the first three batters reaching base for the Hot Rods. Dru Baker singled to center off Cooper Bradford, Williams walked and Osleivis Basabe reached on an errant throw by Dash shortstop Jason Matthews. With the bases loaded, Kyle Manzardo grounded out to first to plate Baker and give BG a 1-0 lead. Tanner Murray grounded out to third one batter later to extend the lead to 2-0.
BG added two more in the third, after Baker walked to lead off the inning. Williams doubled the lead with a two-run homer to left-center off Wilber Perez that made it 4-0. Bowling Green loaded the bases in the fourth, with a walk to Diego Infante, a single by Ronny Simon and a walk to Heriberto Hernandez. Michael Berglund singled to right-center field to plate two and make it a 6-0 lead. Williams cleared the bases with a double to boost the lead to 8-0, and Basabe singled him in to cap the scoring in the five-run inning and grow the lead to 9-0.
Williams added some insurance with a two-run home run in the sixth, bringing the Hot Rods lead to 11-0. Basabe walked and Manzardo doubled him to third, and Murray grounded out to third to drive Basabe in and make it 12-0. The Hot Rods’ bullpen retired the final eight hitters in order to secure the shutout and 12-0 win.
Victor Muñoz (1-0) earned his first win for the Hot Rods in 5.0 scoreless innings, striking out three hitters and allowing one hit. Franklin Dacosta tossed 2.0 scoreless frames with one hit and one strikeout. Cameron Leonard struck out five in 2.0 scoreless and hitless innings to finish off the game for BG. | 2022-06-19T04:55:51Z | www.wbko.com | Williams Homers Twice as Hot Rods Shut Out the Dash on Saturday | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/19/williams-homers-twice-hot-rods-shut-out-dash-saturday/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/19/williams-homers-twice-hot-rods-shut-out-dash-saturday/ |
Kentucky's coaching staff with some players, comes to Bowling green for camp
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Never before has Kentucky men’s soccer come to Russellville - until Monday.
The Wildcats brought a satellite camp out to the confines of Panther country for kids aged 5-14. Several assistant coaches, including Josh Oldroyd, joined current senior Clay Holstad in working with the active youths.
Oldroyd and Holstad helped organize different drills and activities for the kids. The camp ran in the scorching run for almost six hours, but both men said the kids had fun at the camp.
Furthermore, they added that bringing camps like the one Monday can serve as a recruiting tool for the Cats.
“It’s nice to just start getting get as many kids as we can as early as they can just to spread the game,” Holstad said. " I mean, you find diamonds in the rough all the time.”
“I think coach [Johan] Cedergen is gonna talk a lot about getting out to all parts of the state and the bringing the caravan - the ‘Big Blue Caravan,’” Oldroyd said.
UK head coach Johan Cedergren did not make it to Russellville due to personal reasons. The team says there could be more summer camps in the works across Kentucky. | 2022-06-21T01:01:49Z | www.wbko.com | Kentucky men’s soccer brings first-ever satellite camp to Russellville | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/20/kentucky-mens-soccer-brings-first-ever-satellite-camp-russellville/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/20/kentucky-mens-soccer-brings-first-ever-satellite-camp-russellville/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Summer officially started at 4:14 this morning! We are kicking off the new season with very hot temperatures.
Another heat wave is brewing
A pop-up shower or storm is possible Wednesday
Temperatures drop a little bit by the end of the week
The heat returns in a big way today and tomorrow, with highs in the upper 90s. The humidity won’t be as high as last week, but “feels like” temps could be near 100 tomorrow and 100-105 range Wednesday.
We could see an isolated late day thunderstorm tomorrow, which could provide much needed rain...and also a brief afternoon cool down. Temperatures drop a little bit for the end of the week, but it will still be hotter than average. Another chance of showers moves in for the end of the weekend/beginning of next week. | 2022-06-21T13:30:00Z | www.wbko.com | Summer is officially here and temperatures are beginning to soar | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/21/summer-is-officially-here-temperatures-are-beginning-soar/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/21/summer-is-officially-here-temperatures-are-beginning-soar/ |
A new 10-panel mural is being added to a Kentucky project that began in 1996.(West Kentucky Community and Technical College)
PADUCAH, Ky. (AP) - A new 10-panel mural is being added to a Kentucky project that began in 1996 to ornament Paducah’s floodwall with portraits of the area’s history.
The Paducah Sun reports the new mural will depict trains traveling from New Orleans to Chicago and highlight Paducah’s importance in railroad transit.
Once it is completed, murals will fill every panel of a three-block stretch on Water Street.
While most of the existing murals fill a single panel each, the new mural will be spread across 10 panels resembling a historical railroad map with Paducah as a bull’s-eye in the middle panel. | 2022-06-21T14:48:24Z | www.wbko.com | New mural to complete Kentucky mural wall begun in 1996 | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/21/new-mural-complete-kentucky-mural-wall-begun-1996/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/21/new-mural-complete-kentucky-mural-wall-begun-1996/ |
Lil Toppers Camp(Brett Alper)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Greg Collins and WKU Women’s Basketball returned to EA Diddle Arena for their annual ‘Lil Toppers Camp this week.
The camp is to introduce young girls to the game of basketball as well as the Lady Tops players and coaches. The ‘Lil Toppers are learning the basic fundamentals of basketball such as ball handling and shooting.
“It just really warms my heart,” Lady Tops Junior Hope Sivori said. “it’s how our coaches feel it’s just helping the youth to become like me one day just because that’s their goal. That’s why they’re here. So that just proves to us that we’re doing a great job.”
The coaches say that the campers are just lighting up with joy.
“The core of why I started coaching was because to see the smiles on those kids’ faces when you see the excitement and the joy on kids’ faces about learning how to play the game and fall in love with the game. It’s truly one of the best things” WKU assistant coach Jhasmin Bowen said.
The camp will continue until June 23. | 2022-06-22T03:43:02Z | www.wbko.com | Lady Tops hold annual ‘Lil Toppers Camp | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/22/lady-tops-hold-annual-lil-toppers-camp/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/22/lady-tops-hold-annual-lil-toppers-camp/ |
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - The Contemporary Christian trio Cain will perform at the 4th Friday on the Square in Glasgow on June 24 at 7 p.m.
The concert is free to attend and is provided by Entertain Glasgow and Christian Family Radio.
VIDEO: Allie and Ari celebrate National Smoothie Day | 2022-06-22T13:39:11Z | www.wbko.com | Trio Cain to perform in Glasgow | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/21/contemporary-christian-trio-cain-perform-glasgow/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/21/contemporary-christian-trio-cain-perform-glasgow/ |
The Hot Rods jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the second inning against the Drive’s rehabbing starter Bryan Mata. Tanner Murray singled to right and went to second on a wild pitch before Diego Infante hit a two-run homer on top of the Mini Monster in left field to give BG a 2-0 lead. Johan Lopez singled and went to second on a balk. Lopez advanced to third on a wild pitch and scored on an errant throw back to the mound by Drive catcher Stephen Scott, making it a 3-0 game.
BG padded their lead with power in the third and fourth. Heriberto Hernandez homered in the third against Greenville reliever Jordan DiValerio while Lopez, Michael Berglund, and Alexander Ovalles all hit long balls in the fourth as part of a five-run inning to extend the lead to 9-0.
After a Greenville homer in the fifth, Tanner Murray drove in a run on a single in the sixth before the Drive plated another run in the bottom of the frame to make it a 10-2 game. Beau Brundage hammered Bowling Green’s sixth homer of a game in the seventh, a three-run shot, giving the Hot Rods a 13-2 lead which they would go on to win by.
Nathan Wiles threw 4.0 perfect innings with four strikeouts in a no-decision. Anthony Molina (7-1) earned the win after holding the Drive to two runs on four hits with two walks and five strikeouts. Nomar Rojas tossed 1.2 scoreless out of the bullpen allowing a hit with a strikeout. | 2022-06-23T04:13:56Z | www.wbko.com | BG Clubs Way to Fifth-Straight on Wednesday | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/bg-clubs-way-fifth-straight-wednesday/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/bg-clubs-way-fifth-straight-wednesday/ |
Spartans hold basketball camp(Brett Alper)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Carlos Quarles took over as South Warren Basketball head coach in May, and already making his presence felt. The Spartans held the annual basketball camp for kindergarteners through eighth-graders Thursday.
Quarles and the basketball team spent the day teaching the basics of basketball such as ball handling, passing, and shooting to some future possible Spartans. Coach Quarles was happy to see the group he had come out to the gym.
“There’s much energy in the building,” Quarles said. “I love having a gym full of kids. It was just a win-win for us and I’m just glad to see that a lot of kids are coming here to South Warren to our camp so I’m appreciative of that.”
Brandon Rowe, one of the seniors on the team, was happy to be able to coach the kids as he was once one of those kids attending the camp.
“It feels like just yesterday I was just in their shoes. So it feels really good to you know, give back to them.”
The 2022-23 high school basketball season will began in November 2022. | 2022-06-23T04:14:09Z | www.wbko.com | South Warren holds annual basketball camp | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/south-warren-holds-annual-basketball-camp/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/south-warren-holds-annual-basketball-camp/ |
Crime Stoppers thefts at Best Buy and Ulta.(BGPD)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Bowling Green Police are investigating after three women were allegedly caught on surveillance camera stealing from Ulta Beauty and Best Buy.
Police say three women entered Best Buy on May 5th and the suspects grabbed merchandise and left without paying.
As they passed employees by the exit, one of the females reportedly brandished a set of shears, and told the employees not to touch her.
The suspects then ran to a maroon 2015 Hyundai Sonata with a Mississippi registration plate, police said.
A short time later, the three women were seen entering Ulta Beauty at Greenwood Mall. All three began openly placing merchandise in their bags, and run from the store.
The women shown in the photographs are believed to be using the hijabs to conceal their identities. They are NOT believed to be of the Islamic faith.
If you know anything about these women or these thefts from Ulta Beauty and Best Buy, please call Southcentral Kentucky Crime Stoppers at 781-clue or toll-free at 866-842-clue.
You could get up to $1,000 for your anonymous tip. | 2022-06-23T15:20:14Z | www.wbko.com | Crime Stoppers: Thefts at Best Buy and Ulta Beauty | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/crime-stoppers-thefts-best-buy-ulta-beauty/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/crime-stoppers-thefts-best-buy-ulta-beauty/ |
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Transportainment vehicles could get new regulations on Thursday, depending on the outcome of a transportation licensing commission.
These vehicles can be seen any time of the day on and around Broadway. Typically, they are buses, wagons and tractors.
People have had opinions about their place in downtown for a while now, calling them a nuisance to other businesses, churches, and schools.
Recently, the state gave the Transportation Licensing Commission the authority over the larger vehicles. Prior to that, they could only regulate smaller vehicles, like pedal taverns.
Last month, the TLC presented potential rules and regulations but concerned citizens are now hoping for enforceable rules.
They hope those rules will include addressing noise, routing and where they go, how alcohol is used, the enclosure of the buses, and they want to see the number of vehicles limited.
“I don’t know many people downtown that would shed any tears if they were eliminated completely,” said Jim Schmitz with Safe Fun Nashville. “There’s no civil outcry that says we need these.”
The Transportation Licensing Commission will meet Thursday afternoon to consider regulations for this industry.
Transportainment bill passes on final reading | 2022-06-23T15:21:16Z | www.wbko.com | Transportation Licensing Commission to discuss party bus regulations | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/transportation-licensing-commission-discuss-party-bus-regulations/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/transportation-licensing-commission-discuss-party-bus-regulations/ |
Several methods available to remove sensitive data
InvestigateTV - Protecting personal information is critical in the digital age, but according to experts, a simple web search of your name will likely return your age, date of birth or even home address.
Last year the Federal Trade Commission received almost 1.4 million reports of identity theft.
Mark Kapczynski, with One Rep, an online privacy company, said there are currently upwards of 150 to 200 people search websites where sensitive information is availble.
“That they can just buy this data from big companies and then just park it out on their websites so that Google can index it and show it up,” Kapczynski said. “It’s just remarkable because this is not a problem in any other country but the United States.”
He said these privacy-breaching sites do follow the law and have a feature where you can have your information removed by opting out, but it’s a time-consuming and usually temporary process.
“These people search websites are so bad that even if you remove your information through their opt out process, two to three months later, your data comes back in,” Kapczynski said.
The Consumer Online Privacy Rights Act (COPRA), which would, in part, address security of personal data, was introduced in the Senate last fall but has yet to move forward.
In the meantime, services like One Rep can help you find and remove your personal data. It costs about $100 per year but does offer a free scan. Other companies, like Norton or Reputation Defender, provide a similar service.
There’s also a new feature where you can ask Google to remove your personal information from its search results. Google will ask for examples of websites where your personal data appears and will review them, however asking Google to do this doesn’t guarantee the company will remove the information. | 2022-06-23T20:07:06Z | www.wbko.com | Watching Your Wallet: Safeguarding Online Info | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/watching-your-wallet-safeguarding-online-info/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/23/watching-your-wallet-safeguarding-online-info/ |
View From the Hill: WKU Team Monitors Conditions for Special Olympics USA Games
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - When the Special Olympics USA Games were held in Orlando earlier this month, weather was the epicenter of the whole thing.
WKU’s meteorology and emergency management programs played a huge role in making sure the games went off without a hitch as Amy Bingham explains in this week’s View from the Hill.
“Our job was to monitor the weather, pay attention to lighting, heat stress, different variables that they were looking for in order to protect athletes.”
Graduate student John Bowen was one of more than twenty students, faculty, and staff from WKU tasked with providing weather and support services for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games.
“Everything that we looked at had a direct impact on the rest of the games.”
Students in Meteorology and Homeland Security Sciences were put to work in the Main Operations Center or MOC as well as out doing field observations at various venues.
“I was in charge of kind of managing the communication between different sports when they finished when they started and if there were gonna be any delays or anything.”
Star Robertson started out the week as a Geographic Information Science analyst but got called in to assist with transportation and safety.
“I went out and I helped load the buses and I made sure athletes were in there. I counted fifty seats on a bus, fifty people need to be on it. And I just got to congratulate every single athlete as they came off the bus.”
Josh Doyle came along to assist with sports communication and wound up helping ESPN.
“Throughout the whole week, I had an opportunity to work with their production crew and help out with athletes, working shot put and working the long jump then track and field.”
It was a multifaceted operation set inside Disney World. Giving WKU students unbelievable access and responsibility in a real-world setting.
“That is something that I never anticipated I would be doing while still in school.”
“I feel like I had the book experience, now I have the real-life experience of putting those things I learned in the classroom onto the field on a big venue.”
“So for us to be picked and to be able to participate was big for us, so we’re excited to see what else we get into.”
The students were accompanied by White Squirrel Weather Director Josh Durkee and Environmental Health and Safety Director Dave Oliver.
The model used in Orlando is exactly what the WKU team has used for events here on campus over the last few years.
24th Annual Stand for Children
School employee fired after arrest on sexual abuse charges involving teen
City Receives Grant for 70-Acre Riverfront Improvements | 2022-06-24T01:50:59Z | www.wbko.com | WKU students play huge role in Special Olympics USA Games | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/24/wku-students-play-huge-role-special-olympics-usa-games/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/24/wku-students-play-huge-role-special-olympics-usa-games/ |
Joseph Kirby mugshot(Butler County Jail)
MORGANTOWN, Ky. (WBKO) - A man in Morgantown was arrested Thursday and charged with assault and could face increased penalties.
On Thursday, Morgantown Police were called to Valhalla Villiage Trailer Park where they located a victim who had been attacked and was unconscious.
Following an investigation, police arrested Joseph Kirby and charged him with Assault 1st Degree and Tampering With Physical Evidence. Kirby is in the Butler County Jail on a $50,000 bond.
As of Friday morning, the victim is listed in ‘extremely’ critical condition and is not expected to recover, police said.
If the victim dies, the charge of Assault 1st degree will be increased to the charge of murder. | 2022-06-24T17:18:07Z | www.wbko.com | Man arrested in Morgantown for assault, victim in critical condition | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/24/man-arrested-morgantown-assault-victim-critical-condition/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/06/24/man-arrested-morgantown-assault-victim-critical-condition/ |
CAVE CITY, Ky. (WBKO) - The fireworks show in Cave City will be held at 807 Mammoth Cave Road.
The spectacle can be viewed from anywhere nearby, including the restaurants and hotels nearby.
The Cave City Volunteer Fire Department will be on site for safety in compliance with the Barren County burn ban.
The venue is provided by Dr. Thomas and Georgia Blevins, JB Enterprises of Cave City, Inc., Mountain Top Retreat Cabin Rentals, and JB’s Haunted Mansion.
For more 4th of July events, check out our Southcentral Kentucky Fourth of July 2022 guide. | 2022-07-01T04:44:29Z | www.wbko.com | Cave City’s fireworks will light up Sunday night | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/01/cave-citys-fireworks-will-light-up-sunday-night/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/01/cave-citys-fireworks-will-light-up-sunday-night/ |
Firework stands(Ana Medina)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Currently in Warren County, there is an open burning ban, the no outside burn order includes lighting fireworks and burning any materials outdoors.
“Our initial reaction, of course, it’s not good, can’t shoot off fireworks, but we still have plenty of time for rain,” says Ashley Thornton, manager at Capital Fireworks.
With a no outside burn order in the county, many firework stands were left wondering about the future of their business.
“We have seen a decrease in customers as a result of the burn ban. Sales have been steady but they haven’t been what they’ve been in years past. So they’ve been a little bit slower,” adds Will Jones of TNT Fireworks on how the ban has decreased sales.
But another fireworks stand begs to differ.
“After the ban, actually, no, because most of our business is on July 3rd and 4th, most people just wait until July 3rd and 4th to come get their fireworks. So we still had a steady stream of customers and it’s picking up every day,” says Thornton.
Jones with TNT Fireworks is hopeful the ban will be lifted once there is enough rain.
“Hopefully there’s still time for people to come and buy fireworks. I hate for people to miss out on making memories with the families and their kids. Hopefully we can get more rain and encourage more people to come out and buy if they lift the ban,” adds Jones.
Professional Firework shows are exempt from the ban.
The ban will immediately be lifted once the area has enough rainfall to lessen the hazardous conditions in the area. | 2022-07-02T23:22:35Z | www.wbko.com | Has the burn ban in Warren County affected firework stands? | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/02/has-burn-ban-warren-county-affected-firework-stands/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/02/has-burn-ban-warren-county-affected-firework-stands/ |
Sizzling for the Fourth!
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Some places saw rain for the first time in WEEKS today! Others missed it altogether. Such will be the case again Sunday.
Sizzling for the Fourth!(WBKO)
Hit-or-miss showers and thunderstorms are possible once again Sunday along a stalled-out front. There’s a better chance it will NOT rain than it will, however. Clouds will hold the heat somewhat in check Sunday, although it will remain very humid. With only a slight chance of an isolated thundershower Monday, the 4th is literally going to be hotter than a firecracker! Heat indices will likely top out in the low 100s Monday afternoon. Overall, it looks as if Mother Nature will cooperate with fireworks shows these next two nights.
Beyond the holiday, the heat rolls on! We’ll have a daily chance for isolated-to-widely scattered thunderstorms Tuesday into the start of next weekend. Highs will be in the 90s with warm, muggy overnights through the period.
TUESDAY: Partly cloudy, continued hot and humid. High 94. Low 75. Winds SE at 6 mph. | 2022-07-03T02:21:16Z | www.wbko.com | A Few Storms Possible Again Sunday! | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/03/few-storms-possible-again-sunday/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/03/few-storms-possible-again-sunday/ |
Burn ban.(MGN)
By Sarah Walters and Will Whaley
BARREN COUNTY, Ky. (WBKO) - Barren County Judge-Executive Micheal Hale has signed an Executive Order declaring a ban on open burning in Barren County on Tuesday, July 5.
Hale said in the order that the ban will take effect immediately.
“No person shall light or maintain an open fire at any location in Barren County while this ban is in effect, with the exception of camp fires in established campgrounds,” according to the order.
Hale’s order also states that the ban will be lifted when “the hazardous conditions are abated.” | 2022-07-05T16:04:38Z | www.wbko.com | Barren County Judge-Executive Hale issues burn ban | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/05/barren-county-judge-executive-hale-issues-burn-ban/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/05/barren-county-judge-executive-hale-issues-burn-ban/ |
HCNA presents check to Woodburn Fire Department(HCNA)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The Hunters Crossing Neighborhood Association presented a $2,500 check to the Woodburn Fire Department Tuesday night.
According to a Facebook post made by the HCNA, the proceeds came from the 2022 WFD HCNA Fundraiser and will go towards the purchase of a 3M Scott V320 Thermal Imager.
Today’s firefighters operate in extreme conditions where temperatures are capable of rising rapidly and where visibility is reduced in seconds. Conditions within these environments can put firefighters in situations where their safety is compromised, and they must have a complete understanding of the environment.
“A HUGE thank you to all our Hunters Crossing Families and others who helped contribute to make this possible,” a post on the HCNA Facebook page said.
For the WFD, having this type of equipment will provide them with mission-critical information and the ability to make better decisions in extreme conditions.
The check was presented to the Woodburn Fire Department by the HCNA, Warren County Judge-Executive Mike Buchanon, Warren County Sheriff Brett Hightower, and Magistrate Ron Cummings.
The HCNA also mentioned a special thanks to their sponsor, Bluegrass Signs of BG LLC.
The fundraiser started on June 1st and went through the 15th. | 2022-07-06T02:16:51Z | www.wbko.com | Hunters Crossing Neighborhood Association presents $2,500 check from fundraiser to Woodburn Fire Department | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/06/hunters-crossing-neighborhood-association-presents-2500-check-fundraiser-woodburn-fire-department/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/06/hunters-crossing-neighborhood-association-presents-2500-check-fundraiser-woodburn-fire-department/ |
Bowling Green police look to locate two suspects involved in theft ring
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The Bowling Green Police Department is currently searching for two people involved in a theft ring.
Detectives investigated numerous catalytic converter thefts that have victimized many Bowling Green businesses and individuals. The Bowling Green Police Department said on Facebook that this has resulted in vehicle owners paying thousands of dollars to replace the stolen catalytic converters.
This investigation has taken more than a year, and the charges include engaging in organized crime, multiple thefts, and drug offenses.
The Grand Jury indicted six people, two of them currently have active warrants. These two individuals are Jasmin Muratovic and Ismeta Music.
Those that know the whereabouts of either of them should call (270) 393-4000 or Crime Stoppers at (270) 781-2583.
WCSO says they had an uneventful Independence Day
Two new members added to WKU Regents Board | 2022-07-06T04:46:02Z | www.wbko.com | Bowling Green Police Department Searching for Two People in Theft Ring | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/06/bowling-green-police-department-searching-two-people-theft-ring/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/06/bowling-green-police-department-searching-two-people-theft-ring/ |
Heat and Health Tips(Pxhere)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - As temperatures keep rising this Summer, people are at high risk of experiencing heat-related illnesses including heat exhaustion.
According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms of heat exhaustion include dizziness, fatigue, muscle cramps, nausea, heavy sweating, and headaches. The Mayo Clinic recommends those who experience heat exhaustion should stop all activity, move to a cooler place and rest.
The CDC’s National Center for Environmental Health stated those who are at a higher risk for heat-related illnesses include people ages 65 and older, children younger than two and people with chronic diseases and mental illnesses. However, even young and healthy individuals can get sick from the heat. The CDC recommends people do the following to stay cool and prevent heat-related illnesses:
4. Never leave children or pets in your car.
5. Wear loose, lightweight, light colored clothing.
For more information and ways to stay cool, visit the CDC’s National Center for Environmental Health website.
Monkeypox arrives in Louisville; officials explain what’s next
‘It’s a constant struggle:’ Southern Ky. school applauds FDA’s decision to ban Juuls
ACLU files lawsuit to block Kentucky abortion ban | 2022-07-06T22:08:04Z | www.wbko.com | Tips to Stay Cool in this Heat | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/06/tips-stay-cool-this-heat/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/06/tips-stay-cool-this-heat/ |
Cookie, a three year-old abandoned dog suffered from heartworms, skin infections, dental pain and incontinence when she was brought into the Caldwell County Animal Shelter. Cookie is now a happy, healthy dog.(Louisville Zoo)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - On December 11 last year, severe storms and tornadoes swept through Western Kentucky, devastating homes and communities.
Earlier this Spring, the Louisville Zoo offered zoogoers a way to donate and help local animal organizations that were impacted by the tornadoes.
The Zoo announced today that $2,550 each was sent to the Kentucky Human Society shelters in Marion and Caldwell counties. The Kentucky Human Society shelters plan to use the money for refurbishing kennels, vaccinating animals on intake, and providing food, supplies, and crates to families in need.
Both animal shelters stepped in to help pets and pet owners following the tornadoes.
Marion County Animal Shelter staff searched for lost pets and worked to reunite them with their owners, provided free pet food and supplies to needy families, and offered free boarding for pets until families could get back on their feet.
Caldwell County Animal Shelter, a small shelter in Princeton, also stepped in to help after the tornadoes, distributing over 5,000 pounds of donated pet food, crates and other supplies to pets whose owners lost their homes.
The animal shelters in Marion and Caldwell counties said in the Louisville Zoo’s press release that they are grateful for the donations.
“We were so excited that the Louisville Zoo and zoogoers wanted to help the animals in Marion County,” said Candi Taylor, director of the Marion County Animal Shelter in Lebanon, Kentucky. “We’ve seen a large influx in lost and surrendered animals, and the Louisville Zoo’s donation helped us keep the animals healthy by allowing us to provide intake vaccinations to all pets entering the shelter.” | 2022-07-06T22:53:09Z | www.wbko.com | Louisville Zoo Guests Donate to Kentucky Humane Society Shelters | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/06/louisville-zoo-guests-donate-kentucky-humane-society-shelters/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/06/louisville-zoo-guests-donate-kentucky-humane-society-shelters/ |
WCPS presented with check by Kiwanis Club and Attorney Flora Templeton Stuart
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - On Wednesday, the BG Kiwanis Club and attorney Flora Templeton Stuart presented a check to Warren County Public Schools.
Superintendent Rob Clayton accepted the $30,000 check at the Kiwanis Club meeting.
The money was raised earlier this year, to assist people affected by the December tornadoes. | 2022-07-07T10:57:24Z | www.wbko.com | Warren County Public Schools receives $30K donation from the Kiwanis Club | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/07/warren-county-public-schools-receives-30k-donation-kiwanis-club/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/07/warren-county-public-schools-receives-30k-donation-kiwanis-club/ |
Richardson Stadium in Glasgow destroyed by fire(Glasgow Parks and Recreation Facebook)
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - Glasgow Fire Department and other agencies responded to a fire at Richardson Stadium in Gorin Park early Thursday morning.
Glasgow Fire Chief Joey Rock said the initial call came in around 2 a.m. and it took about an hour to stop the fire from spreading.
The cause of the fire is still undetermined at this point, according to Rock.
Rock said that at this point he does not suspect foul play, and added that an electrical issue could be the cause.
An investigation will be done today from the fire marshal, Rock said.
Park officials said the park will be closed today and possibly Friday. | 2022-07-07T13:13:15Z | www.wbko.com | Richardson Stadium in Glasgow destroyed by fire | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/07/richardson-stadium-glasgow-destroyed-by-fire/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/07/richardson-stadium-glasgow-destroyed-by-fire/ |
Events will spread summertime Christmas cheer to families impacted by the Dec. tornadoes
File photo from the Toy Drive last winter helping families impacted by the December tornadoes.(WKYT)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Families impacted by the December 2021 tornadoes will soon feel the Christmas spirit - right in the middle of a summer heatwave.
First Lady Britainy Beshear and Governor Beshear will be hosting “Christmas in July” events for families across western Kentucky.
To RSVP for one of the events below, click here.
Taylor County - Friday, July 8
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Bremen Community Volunteer Fire Department
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Dawson Springs High School
Graves County - Tuesday, July 12
Purchase Area Development District
Marshall County - Tuesday, July 12
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park Campground
The First Lady said that after the toy drive was announced, Americans responded with overwhelming generosity.
At least 100,000 toys, thousands of shoes, and tens of thousands of gift cards were donated in December. | 2022-07-07T19:15:32Z | www.wbko.com | ‘Christmas in July’ event to be held in Bowling Green Friday | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/07/christmas-july-event-be-held-bowling-green-friday/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/07/christmas-july-event-be-held-bowling-green-friday/ |
MARION, Ky. (AP) - A western Kentucky town has issued a boil water advisory amid a water shortage.
A statement from the City of Marion on Thursday said residents should use bottled water for cooking and drinking if possible or should boil tap water before using it.
City Administrator Adam Ledford says high temperatures and reduced water flow through pipelines has contributed to difficulty in maintaining safe chlorine levels.
The water shortage in the Crittenden County town stems from having to drain Lake George because of a levee failure.
The lake is the primary reservoir for the town’s residents and businesses. | 2022-07-08T11:52:18Z | www.wbko.com | Amid water shortage, Kentucky city issues boil advisory | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/08/amid-water-shortage-kentucky-city-issues-boil-advisory/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/08/amid-water-shortage-kentucky-city-issues-boil-advisory/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Most of us got some healthy rainfall totals yesterday and another round of showers/storms is on the way today.
A Heat Advisory is in effect because it could feel like 100-105
There is a Slight Risk(2/5) for severe thunderstorms
A break from the intense heat/humidity is on the way this weekend
Scattered showers and storms may provide temporary relief from the sweltering conditions. Otherwise, expect daytime readings to reach the mid to upper 90s today. Heat indices will be around 100-105. Stay hydrated! In addition to the heat, there is a chance for an isolated severe storms. A few storms containing strong wind gusts and hail are possible.
Cloudier conditions linger Saturday, with a few passing showers. Temperatures will be cooler too, with most of us in the mid to upper 80s. Lower humidity takes over, which will allow overnight lows to drop to the 60s. Plenty of sunshine on the way for Sunday and it will be seasonably hot. | 2022-07-08T12:37:40Z | www.wbko.com | First Alert Weather Day: Another Round of Showers & Strong Storms | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/08/first-alert-weather-day-another-round-showers-strong-storms/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/08/first-alert-weather-day-another-round-showers-strong-storms/ |
Passport Health Plan By Molina Healthcare Opens New One-Stop Help Center
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Passport Medicaid members will now have easier access to their services, thanks to a one-stop help center.
On Friday, in Bowling Green, Governor Andy Beshear, his wife Britainy and local leaders met with Passport Health Plan by Molina Healthcare for the grand opening and ribbon-cutting of the new One-Stop Help Center.
Each center offers a variety of services.
Passport recently opened One-Stop Help Centers in Covington, Hazard, Owensboro, and Lexington.
“Health care can be a complex system. And this is a place that people can come that people can use the virtual methods so that they can call in and be guided through a system to make sure they get all the help they need. And you just look, you got the health care plan, you got Med Center here today, and the whole community because they believe like I do, that health care is a basic human right and now the people of Bowling Green have more access,” says Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear.
“Our focus here today is really on our Medicaid population, we have thousands of Medicaid members here in this region and in the Bowling Green area. So what we’re trying to do is create a home for those folks meeting them where they are. We’re not just a Louisville based organization, we are throughout the Commonwealth in this location here in Bowling Green is us putting our money where our mouth is and meeting our people where they are,” adds Ryan Sadler, CEO and plan president at Passport Health Plan by Molina Healthcare.
The center will also offer nutrition, cooking, and health classes. Members can also receive employment services support and assistance signing up for GED classes.
Gov. Beshear on Abortion
While at the event the governor was also asked about the accessibility of having options when it comes to abortion.
This comes after the Kentucky Supreme Court denied Attorney General Daniel Cameron’s request to reinstate the abortion ban.
Currently, a judge is considering whether he will grant an injunction that would block two state laws that would ban access to abortions.
“What we’re faced with right now, though, is a trigger law that is extremist. It’s more extreme than just about any other states, to where even victims of rape and incest lose all options. Listen, as Kentucky’s former top prosecutor, let me tell you those things happen,” said Beshear.
“Right now I know of a 12-year-old that was violated by a stepfather that when the trigger law goes into effect would not have options if she wanted to consider them. I believe the vast majority of Kentuckians believed those folks deserve to have those options,” added Beshear.
Kentucky is the third state to have its abortion trigger law temporarily blocked. | 2022-07-09T00:43:25Z | www.wbko.com | New One-Stop Help Center for Medicaid members opens its doors in Bowling Green | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/08/new-one-stop-help-center-medicaid-members-opens-its-doors-bowling-green/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/08/new-one-stop-help-center-medicaid-members-opens-its-doors-bowling-green/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Governor Andy Beshear and his wife Britany brought Christmas to Bowling Green with their Christmas in July event.
Back in December, right after two tornadoes devastated part of the city, Kentucky First Lady Britany Beshear helped establish the Western Kentucky Toy Drive, and it gathered support not just from the bluegrass, but from all over the country.
“Even though we were able to give away so many things right before Christmas, we had tons of things leftover, and it is important because they were donated to Western Kentucky that the toys and the gift cards stay in Western Kentucky. So what better way to celebrate in July than have a Christmas party,” said Britany.
On Monday the governor and Britany will travel to Muhlenberg, Hopkins, Graves and Marshall counties to spread more Christmas cheer in July. | 2022-07-09T02:14:03Z | www.wbko.com | The Beshears bring Christmas in July to Bowling Green | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/09/beshears-bring-christmas-july-bowling-green/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/09/beshears-bring-christmas-july-bowling-green/ |
Coonhounds making a remarkable recovery(Lauren Floyd)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - After living on chains without food or water for a long period of time, nine coonhounds and one beagle’s lives are changing for the better. The animals seized from the Edmonson County cruelty case are recovering quickly.
Adoption Counselor Katlyn Hare says, ”It’s a major adjustment from being so sad and so scared and alone to now they’re finally happy again.”
For Silas, the road to recovery is underway.
“The females obviously were a lot skinnier than he was, but for a male, he was a lot more underweight than what they should have been,” Hare explains.
Hare says Silas has made a full 360, and you can’t forget his excitement for doggie biscuits. She adds, “He loves people. He will drag me around to meet all the new people. Treats are his weakness. He loves treats. The video that I took of him yesterday, I closed up the bag of treats and he was so mad. He was trying to find any way to get that bag of treats back open.”
From being mistreated and living in unexplainable conditions, some of the hounds have needed extra care.
“He was heartworm positive, which does not by any means mean that he’s not going to live a long healthy life. They can live long healthy lives just like dogs who are negative for heartworms,” explains Hare.
Each one of these sweet coonhounds will have all vet needs taken care of. She says, “We definitely want them to go inside. With the heat being the way it is right now there’s no way that they could go outside, but we are definitely going to cover any kind of expenses that comes with that. He’s already started on his 30-day antibiotic and we’re just waiting on that to end so we can get him in for his two day treatment.”
There are many other coonhounds from this case such as Belle, Goose, Kona, Otis, and more that are still looking for a family to love, and most importantly, to just be able to be a dog again.
Hare says, “Our main goal here is obviously just to find them the best fit to where they never have to experience that again.”
To put in an adoption application, visit bgshelterpets.com. | 2022-07-09T02:14:04Z | www.wbko.com | Coonhounds get chance at a new life | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/09/coonhounds-get-chance-new-life/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/09/coonhounds-get-chance-new-life/ |
Apollo graduate made head coaching debut this week with 76ers’ Summer League team
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - Owensboro native Tyler Lashbrook made his NBA head coaching debut with the Philadelphia 76ers in the Salt Lake City Summer League earlier this week.
On Wednesday, Lashbrook notched his first victory at the helm of the Sixers, winning 86-82 over the Utah Jazz.
Lashbrook’s journey to the NBA wasn’t a traditional one. It simply began with a passion for the game, and a pen.
“I didn’t really know what I wanted to do when I went to college immediately,” Lashbrook said. “I knew I wanted to somehow work in sports, I didn’t really know what that path was. I always had a dream of working in the NBA.”
Owensboro native Tyler Lashbrook makes his head coaching debut with the @sixers summer league.
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Lashbrook graduated from Apollo High School, which is the last place he actually played basketball. He then earned a journalism degree from Western Kentucky University in 2014.
Being a Kentucky native, Lashbrook grew up around the game of basketball.
“My dad likes to tell the story that when I was about 15, I told him this is what I wanted to do,” Lashbrook said. “And he was like, ‘How are you going to get that done?’”
Despite starting out as a writer, Lashbrook always aspired of becoming an NBA coach.
After graduation, he accepted an internship with the 76ers, beginning as a video coordinator. Lashbrook then worked his way up the ladder, hoping to coach one day.
“When I got the internship, I made it known with the guys I was working with that I would like to work with video because I saw that as a pathway to being a coach,” he said.
Over the past four years, Lashbrook has been a skill development coach for the team, getting the opportunity to help develop several emerging NBA stars, including former University of Kentucky basketball standout and current Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey.
Tyrese Maxey on bouncing back from tough nights: "Coach Cal taught me one thing: You get 24 hours to grieve, in the NBA you get 12."
Sixers assistant Tyler Lashbrook using a Ted Lasso line on Maxey: "You need to have a memory of a goldfish. A goldfish has a short-term memory." pic.twitter.com/hsVtiM4k7s
— Rich Hofmann (@rich_hofmann) October 29, 2021
And finally this summer, Lashbrook got the opportunity of a lifetime, making his first appearance on the sideline as a head coach for Philidelphia during its summer league play in Utah. He led the Sixers to victory in two of their three games.
“The guys that were helping me were filling the roles I had done in the past, and they all knocked it out of the park,” Lashbrook said. “To experience that with them and the guys we had on our team, it was awesome.”
Over nearly the past decade with the 76ers’ franchise, Lashbrook played a huge role in helping players like Joel Embiid grow into headline names.
“The best part about being in the NBA is seeing the best talent in the world on a daily basis,” he said. “To see Joel grow and be a part of that has been a lot of fun – and to see the guys that we work with now. To see the guys that are on this team, Charles (Bassey) or Isaiah Joe, who I’ve been with for the last several years. To see them grow is a lot of fun.”
"that's where he's made his mark and made a name for himself is his competitiveness."
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Lashbrook and the Sixers now move on to Las Vegas where they will continue their summer league games.
Their opening game against the Toronto Raptors is set to tip off at 2:30 p.m. CST on Saturday. | 2022-07-09T17:21:03Z | www.wbko.com | Owensboro native rising through NBA coaching ranks with Philadelphia 76ers | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/09/owensboro-native-rising-through-nba-coaching-ranks-with-philadelphia-76ers/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/09/owensboro-native-rising-through-nba-coaching-ranks-with-philadelphia-76ers/ |
Metro board votes to ban sidewalk vending
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Metro Traffic and Parking Committee voted 4-2 to move forward with prohibiting sidewalk vendors in a meeting Monday afternoon.
The meeting was filled with advocates for sidewalk vending and others who want to see enforced regulations for sidewalk vending.
“I don’t understand why those of us following the rules, the many, are being prosecuted because of the few,” Tina Schmutterer, a sidewalk vendor who owns and operates Get Tassel, said.
Schmutterer said she has her permit and operates in the areas where vendors are allowed. She said the city shouldn’t shut down all operations just because there are some vendors who operate without one.
Last month Nashville Mayor John Cooper wrote a letter proposing prohibiting sidewalk vending in certain areas. During the more than two-hour meeting, several downtown business owners, community stakeholders, downtown residents and vendors shared with the commission their thoughts on the issue.
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“There’s a state of chaos on Broadway. We need some immediate relief and boundaries for these folks,” Brenda Sanderson, a downtown business owner, said.
“Can you imagine going to Walt Disney World and there being a flop up table to sell CBD or hot dogs at it, or Denver, or San Antonio? Barrett Hobbs said during the public comment portion of the meeting. “I just think Nashville is in a different spot now.”
“A lot of our guests that come downtown complain a great deal about the crowding on the sidewalk,” Gary Daniels said. “This is the words of the tourists, the people that bring in the money.”
NDOT attributed several of the pedestrian injuries to over-saturated areas in downtown by the vendors, but those who work on those sidewalks said that’s not the case.
“If somebody can show me one personal injury case that involves vendors, I mean, let’s see it,” Matthew Edwards said during the public comment of the meeting. “Are we regulating a problem or are we making rules, you know, for a problem that doesn’t really exist?”
“The pedestrians have more than enough room to walk by, probably more, so in the vending areas, more than they do on regular sidewalk areas,” Marcus Wynfield said.
“We’re unemployed for a month while they figure out what it is they want to do,” Schmutterer said.
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The commission voted to start the implementation of restricting various streets downtown seven days after Monday’s meeting – July 18. The county clerk’s office will use this time to reach out to sidewalk vendors to inform them of the new restrictions.
As for the commission and the engineers at NDOT, they will continue discussing specifics of where vendors can and cannot work.
However, for Schmutterer, the uncertainty of no longer being able to continue making a living is upsetting.
“There are a lot of employees on that corner that are not going to have jobs after this next seven days and I think, me included, and I think that’s very sad,” Schmutterer said.
The next Metro Traffic and Parking Commission will be in August. | 2022-07-12T19:18:43Z | www.wbko.com | Street vendors to be banned from some areas of downtown Nashville | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/11/street-vendors-be-banned-some-areas-downtown-nashville/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/11/street-vendors-be-banned-some-areas-downtown-nashville/ |
Brittany Waddle - Caverna Radiology Manager(The Medical Center at Caverna)
HORSE CAVE, Ky. (WBKO) - The Medical Center at Caverna has recently been designated a Lung Cancer Screening Center by the American College of Radiology.
In a statement, the hospital said the ACR Lung Cancer Screening Center designation is a voluntary program that recognizes facilities that have committed to practice safe, effective diagnostic care for individuals at the highest risk for lung cancer.
In order to receive this elite distinction, hospitals must be accredited by the ACR in computed tomography (CT) in the chest module, undergo a rigorous assessment of its lung cancer screening protocol and infrastructure, and facilities must have procedures in place for follow-up patient care like counseling and smoking cessation programs.
In 2021, the hospital upgraded its diagnostic imaging services and earned ACR accreditation in CT.
“Lung cancer is a community health issue impacting Hart County and all of Kentucky, and the Medical Center at Caverna is committed to increasing lung cancer screenings to safe more lives,” stated Alan Alexander, Vice President and Administrator of the Medical Center at Caverna.
According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths.
“The low-dose lung cancer screening is a quick, painless tool that can help individuals who have no symptoms detect lung cancer early and often times is covered at low or no cost to the patient by insurance,” said Brittany Waddle, Radiology Manager. “Over the past year, The Medical Center at Caverna has added diagnostic imaging services that previously people in our county would have had to travel to receive. It’s wonderful to see the positive improvements in our facility for the benefit of our community.”
However, the Medical Center at Caverna said lung cancer screening with low-dose CT scans, and appropriate follow-up care significantly reduces lung cancer deaths.
The hospital is currently offering low-dose CT lung cancer screenings free of charge for individuals 50 to 80 years old with a 20 pack-year smoking history and currently smokes or has quit within the past 15 years. A 20 year-pack smoking history is defined as a pack a day for 20 years or two packs a day for 10 years.
For more information about low-dose lung cancer screenings, contact The Medical Center at Caverna at 270-786-6644 or visit the Med Center Health website. | 2022-07-13T02:53:08Z | www.wbko.com | Medical Center at Caverna receives lung cancer screening center designation | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/13/medical-center-caverna-receives-lung-cancer-screening-center-designation/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/13/medical-center-caverna-receives-lung-cancer-screening-center-designation/ |
Multiple sinkholes found in Olde Stone Golf Course pond(Sarah Walters)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Olde Stone Golf Course got a rude awakening Sunday morning, finding the water levels in their pond receding rapidly.
Workers at the golf course drained the pond and found indents of three different sinkholes.
The sinkholes were promptly dug out and filled with cement and red clay, with liners expected to be put down tomorrow.
“In my work, I’ve seen a lot of sinkholes and we fixed a lot of them. It’s just the area around Bowling Green,” said Olde Stone owner and developer, Jim Scott, “It’s just full of sinkholes.”
Scott said the pond should be filled up by Thursday.
Scott added that he doesn’t expect the sinkholes to have any effect on the junior girl’s golf tournament, set to kick off at Olde Stone this weekend. | 2022-07-13T02:53:21Z | www.wbko.com | Multiple sinkholes found in Olde Stone Golf Course pond | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/13/multiple-sinkholes-found-olde-stone-golf-course-pond/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/13/multiple-sinkholes-found-olde-stone-golf-course-pond/ |
Warren County Parks and Recreation gets new security equipment(Sarah Walters)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Over the past month, Bowling Green Parks and Recreation has been the victim of several crimes.
“We’ve had a series of thefts in vandalism, criminal mischief incidents, we’ve had some patron incidents with behavioral kind of infractions,” said Warren County Parks and Recreation Director, Chris Kummer.
Now, the parks department has decided to take action, requesting and granted permission from the Warren County Fiscal Court to purchase almost $30,000 in various security measures.
“It includes physical deterrence measures at some of our parks,” Kummer explained, “Locations, cameras, video, audio related systems, lighting, and other measures that are integrated in that to help provide for safer play spaces.”
Likewise, Kummer said parks have been working closely with the Warren County Sheriff’s office.
“They’re doing an amazing job of helping to keep our parks safe, investigating all these different incidents,” Kummer said, “We also have a parks police program through the Sheriff’s Office, and our parks deputy John Bailey has been extremely busy helping us.”
Kummer is hopeful that with the new measures, it will be easier to stay constantly vigilant of all parks.
“We’ll be able to have a lot better picture of different things that may occur both after hours, during hours, and at all of our facilities,” he said.
Above all else, Kummer said he wants to be sure he’s using taxpayer money diligently.
Kummer said the public shouldn’t worry but should be cautious when at parks. He advises locking car doors, not leaving valuables in visible spots in vehicles, and following that age-old saying: if you see something, say something.
“We want the public to be vigilant and to help us make the parks and all of our community, a safer place where everybody can feel safe and come out, recreate, and have a good time.”
Those who see something suspicious at parks are asked to alert staff immediately.
Witnesses can also contact Parks and Rec, as well as the authorities, online. | 2022-07-13T02:53:33Z | www.wbko.com | Warren County Parks and Recreation gets new security equipment | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/13/warren-county-parks-recreation-gets-new-security-equipment/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/13/warren-county-parks-recreation-gets-new-security-equipment/ |
ALLEN COUNTY, Ky. (WBKO) - WBKO News has learned additional details about a three-vehicle collision that happened in June which involved retired District Court Judge Sam Potter.
In a newly obtained report, officials listed alcohol as a ‘human factor’ for Potter and individual(s) involved in one other car.
According to the initial report, Potter was driving a 2007 Toyota Tundra that was involved in a crash with a 2002 Nissan Frontier operated by Matias Pacheco and a 2006 Scion XB operated by Codi Shocklee.
Pacheco, who had a passenger and two juveniles in his car, told responding deputies that they were traveling south on Barren River Dam Road when Potter, who was traveling in the opposite direction, crossed the centerline and hit the front of their car.
Potter’s car then reportedly hit Shocklee’s vehicle head-on, which was also traveling southbound. Shocklee was flown to the hospital for injuries.
The report states that Potter said, “he did not remember what happened or what caused the collision.” He was also flown to the hospital for injuries.
Pacheco, his passenger, and the children in his car were not injured.
The latest report goes on to list alcohol as a ‘human factor’ for both Potter and Shocklee.
According to Kentucky Court Net, charges have not been filed at this time. The current condition of Shocklee and Potter is also unknown at this time. | 2022-07-13T17:39:20Z | www.wbko.com | Report: Alcohol a factor in three-vehicle crash involving retired Judge Sam Potter | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/13/report-alcohol-factor-three-vehicle-crash-involving-retired-judge-sam-potter/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/13/report-alcohol-factor-three-vehicle-crash-involving-retired-judge-sam-potter/ |
Warren County jail receives new drug detection device to keep harmful drugs out of their facility
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - A new device at the Warren County Regional Jail will help to keep harmful drugs out of the facility.
The jail has purchased a new drug detection device, the MX-908C Drug Detection Device.
The new device will help in investigations and will also aid in reducing the chances of getting illegal drugs inside and having inmates overdose.
“But this device specifically is about trace amounts, trace evidence detection and so this machine, we can take a surface or a piece of mail or other item and collect a trace evidence sample from it and then this machine will tell us if there are narcotics present,” says Warren County Jailer, Stephen Harmon.
Harmon says they’ll be getting their new device in the coming weeks, he adds that although it was a costly expense, you can’t put a price on life.
The price of the device is over $67,000, and will be paid with the jail’s canteen funds, an account that the jail controls with fiscal court oversight and is made up of commissions and contracts that are within the jail.
Harmon adds that, “we pay for things that benefit the inmate, things that enhance the inmates well being, we pay for a lot of our reentry projects and classes with that money, but also safety and security projects, adding cameras, things that help keep inmates and staff safe within the facility.” | 2022-07-14T03:20:16Z | www.wbko.com | Warren County Regional Jail gets new drug detection device | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/14/warren-county-regional-jail-gets-new-drug-detection-device/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/14/warren-county-regional-jail-gets-new-drug-detection-device/ |
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WBKO) - The Kentucky League of Cities staff presented 2022 Safety Grants and Cybersecurity Preparedness Grants to the City of Bowling Green and Bowling Green Municipal Utilities.
KLC announced the Cybersecurity Preparedness Grant in November to provide liability policyholders funds for various preventive measures.
Bowling Green representatives thanked KLC and stressed the positive impact the funds will have on their community.
“Like any agency that uses the internet, the City of Bowling Green must work to protect its data. We are grateful to the Kentucky League of Cities for the cybersecurity grants that will help us protect our information,” Bowling Green Mayor Todd Alcott said. “We are also pleased to receive the safety grants to help keep our employees safe while on the job.”
KLC President and Versailles Mayor Brian Traugott stressed the importance of data security and KLC’s role in the process.
“Cities face unique challenges in protecting the data they collect. As an advocate for city governments and an insurance provider for cities and organizations that serve them, KLC has a great interest in seeing that every city has basic protection,” he said. “The KLC Cybersecurity Preparedness Grant program will help our insurance members implement systems to keep their sensitive data safe.” | 2022-07-14T15:27:05Z | www.wbko.com | KLC presents grants to City of Bowling Green, BGMU | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/14/klc-presents-grants-city-bowling-green-bgmu/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/14/klc-presents-grants-city-bowling-green-bgmu/ |
SIMPSON COUNTY, Ky. (WBKO) - Simpson County Conservation District partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority to purchase and install three hydroponic garden towers in Franklin schools.
The money came from a $5,000 Environmental Education Stewardship grant from the TVA.
Michelle Estes, District Operations Manager for the Simpson County Conservation District, explained what classrooms had access to the gardening towers. “In one of our schools, it’s first through third grade. They are actually part of the STEM program. Then we have it in third and fourth grade, and we have it at Franklin-Simpson High School.”
Students from the Simpson Elementary School STLP Team (Science Technology Leadership Program) assembled their tower and started their plants from seeds.
The students learned how to tend to their plants, monitor water quality, and harvest. The plants that they grew in class were served as a salad at the Simpson County Conservation Banquet where they presented their Tower Garden Project to guests.
The grant also made it possible for the district to sponsor the City/Farm Agricultural Breakfast, the Hometown Harvest Dinner, and the BooFest/Fall Agriculture Festival. | 2022-07-14T23:01:56Z | www.wbko.com | Simpson County students learn about soil-free gardening | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/14/simpson-county-students-learn-about-soil-free-gardening/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/14/simpson-county-students-learn-about-soil-free-gardening/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - A WKU student on the autism spectrum, who is majoring in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, has come full circle with her summer internship.
The Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex is a place very familiar to Katie Phelps who began receiving services here as a child. Now Katie is in college pursuing her dream of becoming a teacher.
“My name is Katie. I am 30. I was born and raised in Bowling Green Kentucky. I like to fish. I like to camp out. And I love working with little kids.”
Katie is volunteering at a Kindergarten Ready Summer Academy.
“We’re making an effort to get kiddos who are going into kindergarten ready for that experience.
At the same time, the academy is giving Katie some hands-on training as she readies herself for a career in education.
“I am actually autistic myself. I went to the Kelly Autism Program to like go to camp when I was a little girl. Now I’m a college student there so I’m loving it. Lots of support, lots of guidance and stuff.”
“She comes in ready to work. She has all her things with her. She says what can I do next? Lots of initiative. What we all want in our child’s teacher.”
Director Beth Schaeffer says the Renshaw Early Childhood Center was asked to host an adult intern on the autism spectrum.
“I thought wow what a great model for kids what a great inspiration for parents let’s try this and see how it works.”
Katie’s summer internship at the Renshaw Early Childhood Center here at the CEC is putting her on a path to one day be in charge of a classroom of her own.
Katie’s full circle moment was realized recently when one of her first therapists received the Tri-SKY Champions for Children award and noted that Katie’s internship allowed her to offer services in the same type of setting in which she received them. | 2022-07-14T23:02:13Z | www.wbko.com | View From The Hill: KAP student at WKU comes full circle with internship at Renshaw Early Childhood Center | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/14/view-hill-kap-student-wku-comes-full-circle-with-internship-renshaw-early-childhood-center/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/14/view-hill-kap-student-wku-comes-full-circle-with-internship-renshaw-early-childhood-center/ |
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) - Gov. Andy Beshear has given an update on efforts to overcome a water shortage in the western Kentucky town of Marion.
The governor’s office says leak detection and repair crews have identified and fixed waterlines.
That work is estimated to be saving more than 100,000 gallons of water per day.
Beshear says an engineering report will lay out the scope of work needed to complete a water connection from Marion to Sturgis Water Co. The Kentucky National Guard continues to distribute bottled water. | 2022-07-15T11:08:53Z | www.wbko.com | Governor updates efforts to overcome town’s water shortage | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/15/governor-updates-efforts-overcome-towns-water-shortage/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/15/governor-updates-efforts-overcome-towns-water-shortage/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The expected traffic impacts in the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 area for July 16 through July 22 are listed below.
All work is subject to change.
U.S. 231 Exit 33 - The project to reconstruct the Exit 33 interchange continues. The on-ramp to southbound I-165 is expected to be closed for up to two weeks beginning Tuesday, July 19. Motorists should follow U.S. 231 for the detour. The interchange is being reconstructed into a diamond interchange. Please slow down and use caution in this area.
KY 100 MP 19.0 Near the Allen/Simpson Co line – Crews will be working on slope repairs in this area starting on Monday, July 18. One lane will be closed during this work and traffic will be controlled by flaggers. This project is expected to take about 2 weeks.
Barren County
KY 90 Burkesville Road (mile point 17.7 – 22.0) – Construction of the next phase of KY 90 Glasgow-Burkesville Road continues. At this time, most of the construction will take place away from traffic; however, as construction progresses, traffic impacts will occur with increasing frequency. At this time, motorists can expect flaggers to be present throughout the project. The project encompasses a section of roadway approximately four miles long between Fallen Timber Creek Bridge, near KY 839 and the Barren/Metcalfe County line. The project will widen the existing roadway template and features a bypass around the Eighty-Eight community.
KY 79 (mile points 17 – 25) – A preventative maintenance project on KY 79 is expected to begin. Motorists can expect lane closures and delays.
KY 1749 Wingfield Church Road (mile points 0.0 – 5.3)– A pavement repair and resurfacing project will continue on KY 1749 Wingfield Church Road beginning from the Warren County line and extending east to Reef Road. Crews will begin with pavement repairs and pipe replacements. The roadway will be resurfaced when the repair portion of the project is finished. Motorists should expect flaggers to be present through the work zone.
KY 70 Main Street (mile points 9.9 - 11.7)– An asphalt resurfacing project will begin on KY 70 Main Street beginning at the intersection of Morgantown Road and KY 259 and extending east to the intersection with Washington Street. Crews will pretreat the existing surface with crack sealant. The roadway will be resurfaced when the crack sealant has cured. Motorists should expect flaggers to be present through the work zone.
KY 3233 (mile point 0-1) – A project to resurface KY 3233 from KY 3519 to U.S. 68X is expected to begin this week. Motorists should expect delays and lane closures. The project should take about a week to complete.
Metcalfe County
Mosby Ridge Road (mile point 0.2)– A project to replace a bridge on Mosby Ridge Road in Metcalfe County has begun. The project has closed the road at the bridge over East Fork Little Barren River at mile point 0.2. The bridge is expected to reopen in mid-September. Motorists may follow the detour which utilizes Society Hill Road, KY 533 – Breeding Hill Road and Lewis Free Road.
KY 181/KY 507 intersection – A school safety improvement project is expected to begin this week. The work will consist of drainage improvements and widening of the KY 507 approaches to KY 181. Resurfacing work on KY 181 will take place once the safety improvements are completed. The entire project is expected to be completed by the end of November.
U.S. 31-W Nashville Road – A project to widen U.S. 31-W from Dillard Road to just south of Buchanon Park continues. Night work is expected on Sunday, June 26 beginning at 6 p.m. for culvert pipe installation. Expect delays and one lane traffic throughout the night. The roadway will fully reopen Monday morning. Motorists should use caution as this area is a heavy construction zone. | 2022-07-17T12:26:13Z | www.wbko.com | KYTC releases traffic impact report through July 22 | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/17/kytc-releases-traffic-impact-report-through-july-22/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/17/kytc-releases-traffic-impact-report-through-july-22/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The BG Freedom Walkers are hosting a Black Market event during a Back to School Block party.
The event will be 4-8 p.m. at 300 Jenkins Drive this Saturday, July 23.
The cost for all vendors and food trucks at the event will be $30. | 2022-07-19T13:34:14Z | www.wbko.com | VIDEO: BG Freedom Walkers to host ‘The Black Market’ event July 23 | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/19/bg-freedom-presents-black-market-this-saturday/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/19/bg-freedom-presents-black-market-this-saturday/ |
Accused of having an inappropriate relationship with teen.(Warren Co. Jail)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - After an ongoing federal investigation, a Louisville man was accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a Bowling Green teen.
Bowling Green Police say they were contacted by Homeland Security that 30-year-old Jamison Gann was having sexual communications with a 14-year-old female in Bowling Green. Officials say the two were having an online dating relationship.
On July 10, Gann reportedly told the teen he was coming from Louisville to Bowling Green to have sex with her.
Gann was taken into custody where he “made some admissions” regarding the incident, the arrest citation states.
Gann was arrested and charged with Unlawful Transaction with a Minor, Promoting a Minor in Sex Performance, Use of a Minor in a Sex Performance, Unlawful Use of Electronic Means, Rape and Tampering with Physical Evidence.
Additional charges are pending, police said. | 2022-07-19T18:07:44Z | www.wbko.com | Louisville man arrested for having alleged online relationship with Bowling Green teen | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/19/louisville-man-arrested-having-alleged-online-relationship-with-bowling-green-teen/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/19/louisville-man-arrested-having-alleged-online-relationship-with-bowling-green-teen/ |
Kentucky State Police(WBKO)
ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. (WBKO) - Kentucky State Police is investigating a trooper-involved vehicle pursuit in Hardin County Monday night that left a man dead.
According to police, a state trooper tried to conduct a traffic stop near the 2 mile-marker on Joe Prather Parkway near Interstate 65 Monday around 7 p.m. Police say the car didn’t stop and a pursuit was initiated.
The pursuit continued westbound on Joe Prather Parkway, with speeds reaching 100 mph before turning southbound onto US 31-W, police said. The vehicle reportedly made a U-turn, continuing northbound on US 31-W before running a red light near intersection 31-W and Gateway Crossing Boulevard. The vehicle struck three vehicles in the intersection, resulting in it catching on fire in the southbound lanes.
The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene, and the occupants in the other three vehicles were transported to Baptist Health Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident. | 2022-07-19T21:09:30Z | www.wbko.com | Man dies in Hardin County when pursuit ends in fiery crash | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/19/man-dies-hardin-county-when-pursuit-ends-fiery-crash/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/19/man-dies-hardin-county-when-pursuit-ends-fiery-crash/ |
Recapping the second day of USGA Girls Junior Championship
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Day two over at The Club at Olde Stone for the 73rd annual U.S. Girls Junior Golf Championship and the girls are getting into full gear on the course.
After round two, the top two posted scores better than round one with University of Colorado’s Natalie Vo leading the way at seven under par.
For the rest of the Championship, it transitions from stroke play to match play with 64 players making the cut playing tournament style to determine one champion.
The leader, Vo, shot a 68 Tuesday, she has never made a cut for a USGA event, but she is still calm heading into match play.
“I think it brings a lot of pressure just in general because it’s such a big event but I’m definitely confident going into match play.” Vo said.
You can find the full leaderboard for the 73rd U.S. Girls Junior Golf Championship here. | 2022-07-20T00:10:43Z | www.wbko.com | Natalie Vo leads U.S. Girls Junior Golf Championship after Round Two | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/19/natalie-vo-leads-us-girls-junior-golf-championship-after-round-two/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/19/natalie-vo-leads-us-girls-junior-golf-championship-after-round-two/ |
Bowling Green teen CAP Cadets Martin and Allison in CAP Hawk Mountain Ranger School(Civil Air Patrol)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Two 16-year old teens from Bowling Green were among the 161 cadets and adults who completed Civil Air Patrol’s Hawk Mountain Ranger School on July 17.
Chief Master Sergeant Joshua Martin, a rising junior at Bowling Green High School, graduated from the Base Ranger course and earned Ranger 2, Ground Team 2 and Mission Radio Operator status. Cadet Senior Airman Zane Allision, a rising homeschooled junior, completed the Team Commander Course and earned Ranger 1 and Search and Rescue Technician 2 ratings.
For Sergeant Martin, this was his first time attending the ranger school.
“This week was amazing. I can’t wait to come back next year,” Martin said in a press release.
Chief Master Sergeant Cory Felts commented on Cadet Martin’s attitude throughout the course.
“Cadet Martin brings a contagious, positive attitude to each day’s challenges, meet them head one and inspires his fellow team members,” Chief Felts said in the press release.
Cadet Senior Airman Allision, on the other hand, was in his second year at Hawk Mountain.
“Having previously attended the Field Communications Course, Cadet Allision returned this year and distinguished himself by actively pursuing upgrades in all of his ground team qualifications,” Chief Felts stated.
According to Civil Air Patrol, Hawk Mountain Ranger school, a specialized training center and a National Cadet Special Activity for the U.S. Airforce Auxiliary, has provided wilderness search and rescue training to CAP cadets and adults throughout the country for over 65 years.
Civil Air Patrol also stated the training and certifications earned prepares Civil Patrol Members to be better qualified to serve alongside local, state and federal agencies whenever called upon to assist in times of disaster as a Total Force Member of the U.S. Air Force. | 2022-07-21T03:30:33Z | www.wbko.com | Two Bowling Green teens graduate from Civil Air Patrol’s Hawk Mountain Ranger School | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/21/two-bowling-green-teens-graduate-civil-air-patrols-hawk-mountain-ranger-school/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/21/two-bowling-green-teens-graduate-civil-air-patrols-hawk-mountain-ranger-school/ |
Warren County South 11-year olds win state title(Warren County South Little League (Facebook))
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The boys of summer are bringing it home.
The Warren County South all-stars are your 11-year-old Kentucky state champions. They bring home the hardware after defeating Lexington Eastern, 5-2, on Wednesday evening in Oldham County near Louisville.
Warren County South went undefeated in pool play in the District 1 tournament in Franklin earlier this month. They took that momentum and swept their way to the state finals before winning it all.
After winning the title, the Warren County Sheriff’s Department welcomed them home with a police escort starting in Smiths Grove before reaching Basil Griffith Park in Bowling Green. | 2022-07-21T03:48:28Z | www.wbko.com | Warren County South 11-year old all-stars win state title | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/21/warren-county-south-11-year-old-all-stars-win-state-title/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/21/warren-county-south-11-year-old-all-stars-win-state-title/ |
Sydney Mcclanahan wins 2022 BG Girls Junior Title
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The young star has done it again.
South Warren sophomore Syndey McClanahan adds another trophy to her shelf - this time winning the 2022 Bowling Green Girls Junior Championship at Paul Walker Golf Course on Wednesday. She shot a 78 to get the commanding victory over her fellow peers in the 3rd region.
”It gave me a lot of momentum. I was just on a break so it was really nice to come out and do so good. A lot of confidence boosting for this season,: McClanahan said. “I was practicing on my break and I just got a nice mental break too and I was ready to go out there and win it.”
McClanahan enters her sophomore season with momentum indeed. She enters the 2022 season with this title and as the reigning 3rd Region girls’ individual champion.
Her teammate, Ainslee Cruce, finished the day in 4th place. | 2022-07-21T05:01:11Z | www.wbko.com | Sydney McClanahan wins Bowling Green Girls Junior Championship | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/21/sydney-mcclanahan-wins-bowling-green-girls-junior-championship/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/21/sydney-mcclanahan-wins-bowling-green-girls-junior-championship/ |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - After a very active night/early morning, we’re finally tracking a rain-free night ahead. The rain we did see however - was MUCH needed! Some of our region is still at a deficit.
Another heat wave is on the way!(WBKO)
Another heat wave is on the way as we head into the weekend, where high temperatures will top out in the upper 90s to 100, with heat indices from105-110. Scattered storm chances return for most of the work week ahead. We stay hot and humid as well. | 2022-07-21T23:16:19Z | www.wbko.com | Another heat wave is on the way! | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/21/another-heat-wave-is-way/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/21/another-heat-wave-is-way/ |
Woman hits local church with car in Metcalfe County(Metcalfe County Sheriff's Office)
Edmonton, Ky. (WBKO) - On Wednesday morning, the Metcalfe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a car crashing into a local church.
In a Facebook post, deputies said the collision occurred on Pleasant Valley Church road. They say 21-year-old Kristen Matthews recklessly drove onto church property, and intentionally struck the church several times with her car.
Deputies said she also accelerated once inside the church, while loudly singing hymns.
After a brief foot chase, Matthews was taken into custody, at which time deputies determined she was under the influence of a controlled substance.
Matthews is in custody at the Barren County Jail on charges of Criminal Mischief, fleeing or evading police, and operating a motor vehicle under the influence of a controlled substance. | 2022-07-22T04:38:45Z | www.wbko.com | Woman hits church with car in Metcalfe County | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/22/woman-hits-church-with-car-metcalfe-county/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/22/woman-hits-church-with-car-metcalfe-county/ |
Eddie Mosley(Logan County Jail)
TODD COUNTY, Ky. (WBKO) - A Hopkinsville man has been arrested after fleeing from multiple police agencies and eventually stopping in a soybean field.
Lewisburg Police and Logan County Sheriff’s Office deputies originally started pursuing Eddie Mosley, 44, who was wanted for felony assault warrant in Christian County.
As the pursuit entered Todd County, the Todd County Sheriff’s Office and Elkton Police Department also assisted with the chase.
The pursuit eventually ended up on Kentucky Highway 106 where police said Mosley was attempting to get away from police by driving through crop fields.
He eventually stopped in a soybean field off of Kentucky 171 or Allegre Road where he was taken into custody.
Several police cruisers were damaged during the pursuit.
Mosley was served his warrant, charged with fleeing and first-degree criminal mischief for the damage done to the crop fields.
He currently remains housed in the Logan County Detention Center. | 2022-07-22T12:53:54Z | www.wbko.com | Hopkinsville man arrested after multi-county police chase | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/22/hopkinsville-man-arrested-after-multi-county-police-chase/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/22/hopkinsville-man-arrested-after-multi-county-police-chase/ |
New Taco Bell coming to Cave City, KY(Taco Bell, Southpaw / ABTB LLC)
Cave City, Ky. (WBKO) - A new Taco Bell restaurant is opening in Cave City early next year.
The franchisee Southpaw/ABTB LLC announced plans for the new restaurant to be located on Mammoth Cave Street.
“Whether you’re coming in for a classic Taco Bell taco or burrito, or you want to enjoy the latest product innovation, we invite everyone to explore the variety of craveable menu items available at this Cave City location,” said Austin Hennessey, Director of Operations.
In a press release, the company described the innovative design of the restaurant called the “Endeavor design,” which they said emphasizes Taco Bell’s technological advancements. The restaurant is planned to include free wi-fi, power outlets and comfortable seating.
The company also said the drive-thru will feature an easy menu board to navigate as well as an electronic ordering system so orders are made quickly and accurately.
This new restaurant is said to bring around 30 new jobs to the Cave City community, and will open its doors in early 2023. | 2022-07-22T21:23:19Z | www.wbko.com | New Taco Bell Restaurant coming to Cave City | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/22/new-taco-bell-restaurant-coming-cave-city/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/22/new-taco-bell-restaurant-coming-cave-city/ |
Barren County Christmas Parade 2022 theme and grand marshal announced(Pexels)
Glasgow, Ky. (WBKO) - Get those Hawaiian shirts, leis and Christmas palm trees ready, because the Barron County Chamber of Commerce announced this year’s Christmas parade theme: “An Aloha Christmas.”
“Aloha, meaning love, peace and compassion which represents the Christmas spirit, and originates from Hawaii where it’s summer year-round,” Barren County Chamber of Commerce said in a press release.
The Chamber of Commerce, along with Barren Inc. and Entertain Glasgow, announced their partnership to host the parade on Friday at the Entertain Glasgow Concert on the Square.
They also announced the grand marshal will be Barren County’s Bodie James.
Known as the “Barefoot Farmer of Finney Holler,” Bodie is just 15 years old, but making his mark in Barren County.
The Chamber of Commerce said James was selected due to his hard work, dedication and commitment to Barren County’s agriculture.
The parade will be on Saturday Dec. 3, 2022 and applications for participating floats will be released on Oct. 1 and due by Nov. 18. | 2022-07-23T05:05:36Z | www.wbko.com | Barren County Christmas parade theme and grand marshal announced | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/23/barren-county-christmas-parade-theme-grand-marshal-announced/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/23/barren-county-christmas-parade-theme-grand-marshal-announced/ |
Dental Days(Ana Medina)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Community members were able to receive certain dental services all free of charge on Saturday at First Baptist Church, it is part of Dental Days for Anthem Kentucky Medicaid members in Southern Kentucky.
The yearlong tour is part of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s “Brighter Smiles, Brighter Futures” campaign.
During their visit, Anthem Kentucky Medicaid members had access to a complimentary dental screening and cleaning.
Dr. Whitney James, one of the dentists says taking care of your teeth is important.
“Warren County, your dental health is very important. Make sure that you are getting your regular cleanings if there is a long waitlist get on it. A lot of times with cancellations or people having other events, you can move up on it. So please don’t neglect your dental care and just take a look regularly, even if it’s once a year you go make sure you have an idea of what’s going on in your mouth, specifically for oral cancer,” says Dr. James.
The campaign “Brighter Smiles, Brighter Futures” is focused on promoting the lifelong benefits of good periodontal health and care across the Commonwealth. | 2022-07-24T01:13:14Z | www.wbko.com | ‘Dental Days’ at First Baptist Church helps promote dental hygiene | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/24/dental-days-first-baptist-church-helps-promote-dental-hygiene/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/24/dental-days-first-baptist-church-helps-promote-dental-hygiene/ |
St. Jude Dream Home(Ana Medina)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway is three weeks away, and the home is officially complete.
On Saturday, open house tours officially began in full swing.
This year’s dream home is located in the McCoy Place Subdivision at 550 Kempton Lane.
Nicole Lyons, a realtor with The Win Crew says the home is gorgeous and if you’re interested in seeing it you should swing by during the open house tours from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m only on Saturday and Sunday.
“The house we just finished this week and it is three beds, two and a half baths, it also has a bonus room, it’s right at 2200 square feet, and it’s gorgeous inside,” says Lyons.
The home has an estimated value of $365,000.
The big giveaway is August 14th.
This year you can only purchase tickets online, click here to purchase yours. | 2022-07-24T02:43:59Z | www.wbko.com | St. Jude Dream Home open house tours | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/24/st-jude-dream-home-open-house-tours/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/24/st-jude-dream-home-open-house-tours/ |
Heavy Rain Ahead(None)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Sunday yielded another day in the 90s, however slightly cooler than Saturday. Highs topped out around 91. Late tonight we’ll see the weather pattern take a shift towards wet weather, as a frontal boundary approaches from the west. Look for a chance of showers overnight as a cold front moves closer to Southern Kentucky. Lows will still be in the muggy mid 70s. A series of frontal boundaries and disturbances will provide our area with rain and storm chances every single day in the week ahead, bringing chances of getting some beneficial rain. Persistent rain chances this week look the best we’ve seen in a long while. Between tonight and next Sunday, some parts of Southern Kentucky may receive anywhere from 2-4″ of rain which would be a “drought buster” for sure. Highs each day next week - thanks to clouds and rain - will be in the low to mid 80s. | 2022-07-25T03:28:34Z | www.wbko.com | A Wet Week Ahead! | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/25/wet-week-ahead/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/25/wet-week-ahead/ |
Johnathan Meadows(Barren County Detention Center)
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - A man has been charged with burglary and other charges after he was found in a storage unit on Trojan Trail at premier Storage Solutions.
Johnathan Meadows, 26, was charged with second-degree criminal trespassing, third-degree burglary and theft by unlawful taking an automobile.
Officers responded to a suspicious person call and found Meadows inside a storage unit that police said was not his and also determined that he had stolen a truck from Booths Construction, a chainsaw and other items.
Meadows was lodged in the Barren County Corrections Center where he remains as of Monday morning. | 2022-07-25T12:38:54Z | www.wbko.com | Man arrested after found inside storage unit in Glasgow | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/25/man-arrested-after-found-inside-storage-unit-glasgow/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/25/man-arrested-after-found-inside-storage-unit-glasgow/ |
Periodic rains with locally heavy downpours next several days
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Monday marked the beginning of a weather pattern that will be stormy at times throughout the upcoming week.
An early look at the weekend
A stalled-out frontal boundary will remain draped across our region through the next several days. This will mean on again-off again showers and thunderstorms each day all the way into the weekend. Rainfall could be locally heavy at times with gusty winds possible with a few stronger cells. Highs will range from the upper 80s to lower 90s through Wednesday before some cooling late in the week. We’ll catch a break in the high heat for awhile, but NOT with the humidity! Things will stay sticky for quite awhile. | 2022-07-26T00:18:00Z | www.wbko.com | Unsettled Weather to Continue! | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/25/unsettled-weather-continue/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/25/unsettled-weather-continue/ |
New WKU Volleyball Court(Brett Alper)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - E.A. Diddle Arena will look a little different this season WKU Volleyball hits the court for their home opener on August 31 against Louisville as the school has unveiled their new state-of-the-art volleyball court.
The new red and black Taraflex court has a gray hardwood grain with a Tops logo in the center with the red towel logo in each corner, the court will sit on top of the traditional basketball hardwood floor during volleyball matches.
We've got a new look this season 😍
Today, we unveiled our new Taraflex FIVB portable volleyball court to the team! This is the premier playing surface in the sport and gives our program an additional level of safety with a unique brand!#GoTops | #ChampionsClimbHere pic.twitter.com/nd3g8HVH14
— WKU Volleyball (@WKUVolleyball) July 20, 2022
The idea of a new court came during the summer of 2021 according to head coach Travis Hudson and costs about $100,000 dollars.
The court has a shock absorption and frictionless surface that will help the players with repetitive jumping as well as potential floor burns that typically come from hardwood.
Hudson believes the new floor puts them on par with the best schools in the country.
“It’s just a huge statement for our program in general” “The top programs in the country are playing on TeraFlex surfaces, the top programs in the world, you know, every major volleyball event being played on TeraFlex.
The court may also provide some benefits off the floor too.
“It’s going to make a huge impact on recruiting for us and you know, visually I think it’s gonna be something that fans really enjoy as well.”
WKU Volleyball will open its season on the road against Miami (OH) on August 26th in Peoria, Ill. | 2022-07-26T01:52:12Z | www.wbko.com | WKU Volleyball unveils new volleyball court | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/26/wku-volleyball-unveils-new-volleyball-court/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/26/wku-volleyball-unveils-new-volleyball-court/ |
All cars are made from a preset kit, meaning the riders are entirely dependent on gravity, weight, and skill to win.(wbko)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - A local grandfather - grandson duo placed 2nd in the local stock at the National All-American Soap Box Derby last Saturday.
Bob Pitchford and his grandson, Dominic Frassinelli, have been working hard to get this win.
“Dominique, in his second year of racing, was fortunate to win the local start class here,” Pitchford said. “We got to go to Akron, Ohio to compete in the national championships. It was pretty cool.”
All cars are made from a preset kit, meaning the riders are entirely dependent on gravity, weight, and skill to win.
“It is so important that every car be as equal as possible to the other racers. When we race on the hill, we change lanes, we change wheels, we make sure that every possible advantage is equalized, and it all comes down to the driver.”
Like any good sport though, it has its set of rules: don’t jerk the wheel, stay in your lane, be a good sport, shake hands with your opponent and always have fun.
Of course, it’s not all about winning.
“Dom met a lot of pretty neat people, met a young fellow from South Georgia. Noah was really good friends. So he had a great experience and met a lot of really good people.”
Pitchford and Frassinelli said they’re excited about this win, but even more excited about what’s up next.
“We can’t compete in stock class now because he’s a champion,” Pitchford said, “Building the next car will be our next project.”
On top of the trophy Frassinelli also won $2,000 in future scholarship money. | 2022-07-26T03:26:03Z | www.wbko.com | Local grandfather - grandson duo bring home silver at National All-American Soap Box Derby | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/26/local-grandfather-grandson-duo-bring-home-silver-national-all-american-soap-box-derby/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/26/local-grandfather-grandson-duo-bring-home-silver-national-all-american-soap-box-derby/ |
Complaint filed against Storm Damage Specialists, LLC(WBKO)
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Officials are warning Warren County and surrounding residents about a company that agreed to do roof work for a homeowner, took a deposit, then disappeared.
The Bowling Green-Warren County Contractors Licensing Board is currently investigating a complaint against a company called “The Storm Damage Specialists LLC.”
According to the complaint, Jeramie Heady was contracted by the victim on May 16 to install a new roof on her home. Heady reportedly took the deposit of $6,727 and has not come back to complete the job and is not answering calls. The Licensing Board says the so-called company also never held a license in this area.
Meanwhile, the address on the company’s business documents is also fraudulent, the office said.
WBKO News called the number listed on the business card copied into the complaint document obtained from the Contractors Licensing Board. The number went to voicemail. We’ve requested a return call.
WBKO News also dug into the “The Storm Damage Specialists LLC” Articles of Organization through Kentucky’s Secretary of State’s records. It shows the “company” was organized in early April 2022. It listed an address in Bowling Green as its principal office. But, the Contractor’s Board told WBKO News they investigated and found the address - and the man who lived there - was not associated with Heady or “The Storm Damage Specialists LLC.”
We’ve also learned the sheriff’s office is now investigating a ‘Theft by Deception case.
If you or anyone you know has any contact information on this company, please call (270) 781-3530. | 2022-07-26T21:48:05Z | www.wbko.com | Complaint: ‘Storm company’ collects over $6,700 from Warren Co. resident and never returns | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/26/complaint-storm-company-collects-over-6700-warren-co-resident-never-returns/ | https://www.wbko.com/2022/07/26/complaint-storm-company-collects-over-6700-warren-co-resident-never-returns/ |
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