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A deep dive into Christian County history reveals an Alexander Graham Bell connection
When brothers and pastors Henry T. and Robert T. Anderson migrated to Christian County in about 1837 and 1839, respectively, the county was just moving out of its frontier beginnings and quickly emerging as a center of business in an agrarian and increasingly slaveholding area. By the time New York City author Eve M. Kahn followed their trail and visited the same area in June 2024, it would have been completely unrecognizable to the brothers.
Warren County Backpack Program needs your help to raise funds
WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The Warren County Backpack Program serves thousands of kids throughout the year, no matter if school is in session or not, and they need your help to keep their operation going. During the spring school session alone, they were serving 1,130 food bags per week...
SUSPECT WANTED IN TRIGG AND WARREN COUNTIES ARRESTED DURING COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION IN LAUREL COUNTY, KENTUCKY
LONDON, KY - Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Laurel Sheriff's Deputy Zach Allen along with K-9/shift Sgt. Gary Mehler and Deputy Daniel Reed arrested Franklin Keeling age 28 of London on Monday afternoon July 3, 2024 at approximately 3:19 PM. The arrest occurred off West Laurel Rd....
Man charged with drug possession, theft of license plate
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department arrested a man on drug possession and motor vehicle registration theft offenses on Tuesday evening. According to a citation, an officer patrolled Clay Street and stopped at a business. The officer observed two subjects exchanging something near a motor vehicle.
Battle of the Badges blood drive to take place July 19
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Battle of the Badges blood drive is taking place on July 19. Battle of the Badges encourages first responders and the local community to donate blood to save others. The Bowling Green Police Department and the Bowling Green Fire Department will battle to see...
Pembroke couple starts FCA journey
After some consideration and maybe a little divine intervention, a Pembroke couple has accepted the job as Area Rep family with the West Kentucky Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). Barry Payne and Jettie Payne just returned from training in Kansas City and are excited to begin working for the West...
Sunrise Spotlight: Remembering Our Parents
On today’s Sunrise Spotlight, we met up with Wade McGuire from Hosparus Health, who told us all about this year’s Remembering Our Parents Event. You can still register for Hosparus Health’s Remembering Our Parents event. This program is free and open to the public, giving our community a way to honor those who we have lost. Hosparus Health does ask that you RSVP to the event by Wednesday, July 24 by clicking right here or by calling Hosparus Health Barren River at 270-782-7258.
Off and on thunderstorms today
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be present early this morning thanks to a passing frontal boundary. Though these storms are not severe, some ponding and minor flooding could occur. Use caution on the commute today!. A few more scattered showers and thunderstorms will pass through...
DEI policy discussions return to Frankfort, setting stage for next General Assembly
Diversity, equity and inclusion policy discussions have returned to Frankfort — setting the stage for the potential return of controversial DEI legislation in the next General Assembly. At an Interim Education Committee meeting Tuesday, Chair Stephen West, R-Paris, said lawmakers wanted to learn more about current DEI policies at...
National Corvette Museum opens temporary exhibit dedicated to 2014 sinkhole. Plan your visit
The National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green has opened a limited-time exhibit honoring the 2014 sinkhole that swallowed eight one-of-a-kind vehicles. The exhibit, "Ground to Sky: The Sinkhole Reimagined," is open now through mid-September at the National Corvette Museum, 350 Corvette Dr. in Bowling Green. The sinkhole, which opened in...
American Legion post 23 holds pancake dinner fundraiser
BOWLING GREEN, KY.- If you enjoy breakfast for dinner and supporting people around you, then mark your calendars. American Legion Post 23 located in Bowling Green will hold an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast fundraiser to support veterans and their families no matter what they need. Gerald Mounce, the 5th district president...
U.S. Department of Labor Awards WKU College of Education & Behavioral Sciences $1.3 million for Project ELEVATE Principal Apprenticeship Program
The College of Education & Behavioral Sciences at WKU has been awarded $1,323,733 to support K-12 principal apprenticeship through Project ELEVATE (Educational Leadership Experience and Visionary Apprenticeship for Transformative Excellence). Led by Dr. Margie DeSander and Mr. Rob Akers, this initiative marks the first registered principal apprenticeship in Kentucky. Dr....
Goodwill Industries of Kentucky offers “Another Way” to help the homeless
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A program born in Louisville has now made it’s way to Bowling Green and is hoping to bring big change to the homeless community. In 2021 a project was started to help aid the homeless population in Louisville which became a big success and now has come down to Bowling Green to hopefully do the same. It’s called the “Another Way” program and gives unhoused people a chance to re-enter the workforce. Team members will go out every Tuesday and Thursday to various encampments and simply ask if anyone would like to make a little money that day.
Two injured in accident on Scottsville Road
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department and the Bowling Green Fire Department responded to an accident on Scottsville Road on Tuesday. Officer Ronnie Ward with the BGPD tells us two people are injured. This is a developing story.
Past BGHS track and field coach teaches sport to local kids
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – During the summer time, parents are looking for ways to get their children active, and Bowling Green Parks and Recreation was doing just that Tuesday. Over on the Bowling Green High School track, local kids got some great lessons from some one former high school coach and a current one as well.
Morgantown hosts open meeting for 10-year Comprehensive Plan
MORGANTOWN, Ky. – Morgantown is holding a comprehensive plan meeting Tuesday night, and it is open to the public. The comprehensive plan is a 10-year plan for Morgantown and what the future could hold for the town and its residents. Mayor Billy Phelps tells News 40 that expanding the...
Reception for new U.S Citizens to convene at the Sloan Convention Center
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The City of Bowling Green is hosting a Reception for New U.S Citizens on Sept. 10. The event will celebrate those who gained U.S citizenship from September 2023 to September 2024. Guests must fill out a Google form to receive their ticket here. The reception...
Bowling Green’s adult dodgeball league returns
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A local Adult Dodgeball League will begin this fall, presented by Bowling Green Parks and Recreation. The league is an opportunity to connect and stay active within the community. The registration deadline is on Sept. 13. The standard team fee starts at $100, and sponsored...
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