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‘A significant chapter in our history comes to a close’: WKU community reflects on ‘Mr. Western’
The WKU community reflected Wednesday on the legacy and impact of Lee Robertson, also known as “Mr. Western,” following the news of his passing earlier in the day. Robertson’s 77-year involvement at WKU left lasting impacts on many that climbed the Hill. His time as both a student and staff member reflected his commitment and passion for the institution, those who knew him said.
Isaac Logs Three RBIs in Hot Rods 7-1 Victory
Hickory, North Carolina – Xavier Isaac collected two hits and three RBIs, boosting the Bowling Green Hot Rods (6-4, 42-34) offense in a 7-1 win over the Rome Emperors (5-6, 41-34) on Tuesday at AdventHealth Stadium in Rome, Georgia. For the second consecutive night, the Hot Rods drove in...
Bowling Green’s Med Center Health acquires Russellville hospital
Med Center Health, the nonprofit hospital chain based in Bowling Green, is now the owner of 75-bed Logan Memorial Hospital, and has changed its name to The Medical Center at Russellville. That extends the chain to seven like-named hospitals in Southern Kentucky, from Russellville to Albany. Med Center Health said...
Health and safety tips as the Fourth of July approaches
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- With the Fourth of July just a few short days away, healthcare professionals are reminding us of some safety tips to enjoy the holiday. A few general tips include wearing sunscreen, avoiding direct sunlight, taking frequent breaks from the heat and drinking water before you are thirsty.
Benton Central volleyball player Cali Foster commits to Western Kentucky
LAFAYETTE — Ripping shots and taking the opposition's weak points on the court comes second nature to incoming junior outside hitter Cali Foster. With a career kill percentage of 44.9% and 707 kills while committing 16 fewer errors during her sophomore season, Foster carries calm confidence and athleticism that fit the mold of...
Former Purple looks back at path to the pros
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – One Bowling Green High School alum has spent the last year gaining professional experience after his time playing soccer in Warren County came to a close. After making history last year becoming the first ever homegrown to sign with Nashville SC in club history, Adem...
Crossroads Life Center celebrates 20 years of pregnancy help ministry in Glasgow
GLASGOW, Ky. (KT) – A beloved pregnancy resource center in Barren County celebrated two decades of ministry last week. Crossroads Life Center was joined by the local Chamber of Commerce, pastors, volunteers, donors and area business leaders for a ribbon cutting, refreshments and tours of the ministry building on Tuesday, June 25.
T.J. Samson hospital welcomes 5 new residents
On July 1, new physicians will began their residency training at T.J. Regional Health through the University of Louisville / Glasgow Family Medicine Residency (FMR) Program. After graduating from medical school, physicians are required to complete residency training in their chosen specialty before they are able to practice medicine independently. These new resident physicians were selected after a rigorous vetting and interview process from hundreds of applications received from graduating medical students.
Former Track and Field Hilltopper reflects on Tokyo Olympics
BOWLING GREEN, Ky – Former Western Kentucky University Track and Field athlete Laura Igaune didn’t just represent the Hilltoppers well during her time in Bowling Green, but the Latvia native took her hammer throw talents to the Tokyo Olympics to represent her home country. News 40’s Samantha Money...
KSP crime report shows significant increase in human trafficking crimes
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - KSP’s newly released ‘Crime in Kentucky’ report covers a wide range of serious crimes committed across the commonwealth. While human trafficking crimes make up a small percentage of overall offenses in Kentucky (0.03%), they’ve made the biggest jump, percentagewise. The report shows a nearly 40 percent rise from 2022 to 2023.
A few natural fireworks for Independence Day
It definitely felt like early July across Central and Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday as we rapidly approach Independence Day and the long holiday weekends for many folks. Some early cloudiness gave way to some sunshine which really allowed afternoon highs to heat up as expected. Most locations topped out in the upper 80s and low 90s and with higher dewpoints our “feel-like” temperatures were close to 100 degrees in a few locations. A frontal boundary is off to our northwest and this will be our main player relative to our weather heading into the 4th of July.
Where to watch fireworks in the Tri-State this July 4
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – July 4 is still a day away, but not every city in the Tri-State will be celebrating on the holiday itself. Here’s when where you can watch fireworks near where you live: Indiana Kentucky Eyewitness News. Everywhere you are.
Notre Dame one of six finalists for five-star 2025 Kentucky guard
Notre Dame is projected to have a big 2024-25 season, but the question is whether 2025-26 and beyond will be special. If the Irish have their way, one addition to their roster will make things a lot easier. Zakiyah Johnson, a five-star guard from Kentucky, is projected by multiple sites as the best 2025 recruit in her state. She’s been named the Gatorade Kentucky Girls Basketball Player of the Year three years in a row. And she’s listed Notre Dame as one of the six programs to make her final cut: Top 2025 recruit ZaKiyah Johnson has narrowed her list to six...
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