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LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- As you might have seen in today's SOKY Sunrise, our own Tej Joshi and Lexi Schweinert headed north to capture the fun of the Kentucky State Fair. There was…
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WNKY SPECIAL REPORT: Kamala Harris inspires
In January, Kamala Harris become the nation's first female vice president, South-Asian vice president, and Black vice president. The effects of that have been felt by women and racial minorities in this…
Frankfort is seeing push for more animal welfare laws in Kentucky
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Multiple bills concerning animal welfare have been introduced in the Kentucky general assembly during the 2020 session in Frankfort. Senate Bill…
Special Report: Affordable housing crisis
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Affordable housing has become an issue plaguing America. Harvard University's 2019 State of the Nation's Housing Report shows that housing production continues to fall short of what's…
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Intersection of College St. & 10th Ave in Bowling Green construction
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Bowling green motorists, there's a traffic alert that you'll want to know about. Beginning at 8:00 this morning, the traffic signal at the intersection of College Street and 10th Avenue…
Sunrise Spotlight - International Center of Kentucky
On Today's Sunrise Spotlight, Albert Mbanfu from the International Center of Kentucky joins us live in-studio as he prepares for incoming Afghan refugees. For more info, click here.…
Four Things You Need to Know: Wednesday, June 5th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Weather Anchor Noah Moore says it's another cloudy and muggy day out there with chances for showers throughout. If you've…
Hidden Heroes - Randy Lee
In this week's Hidden Heroes, we head over to the campus of Western Kentucky University to feature a voice you probably know very well in the world of sports.
Workout Wednesday - Orange Theory of Bowling green
On Today's Workout Wednesday, Emma Craycraft form Orange Theory of Bowling Green joins us live in-studio for the return of Workout Wednesday.
Posts encouraging eating disorders recommended to X users
(NBC).- Content warning: This piece includes descriptions of eating disorders and self-harm that may be triggering to some readers. The National Alliance for Eating Disorders Helpline provides support, resources,…
Four Things You Need to Know: Tuesday, June 25th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says it's going to be a hot one today as the heat and humidity increase today as highs…
SNAP replacement benefits after power outages
BOWLING GREEN, Ky - The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is offering replacement benefits to participating households that lost food during the recent outage. From May 26, families have up to 10 days…
Four Things You Need to Know: Wednesday, July 10th
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Prepare for a windy day this afternoon! Today, at the Logan County Fairgrounds, starting at 5:00…
Sunrise Spotlight - Dance Big Red
On today's Sunrise Spotlight brought to you by German American Bank, Madison Feria and Grant Oller join us in-studio with the details on this year's Dance Big Red event. For more info, click…
Monday Motivator - Thornton Furniture
Multiple tornados ripped through our community in just a matter of weeks. SoKY Sunrise's Lexi Schweinert caught up with one local business that is cleaning up after damage from the new…
What's Happening Soky - Horse Cave Heritage Festival
On Today's edition of What's Happening SoKY, Brent Bjorkman joins us live in-studio to give us the details on the upcoming Horse Cave Heritage Festival. For more info,…
Four Things You Need to Know: Friday, April 12th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Weather Anchor Noah Moore says we are seeing a break from the rain this morning but a chilly start! However, as…
Sunrise Spotlight - Imported Laughs
On today's Sunrise Spotlight, Allie Thomas joins us live in-studio to talk about the upcoming comedy show, Imported Laughs, taking place this weekend at the Preservation Tasting Room. For more info,…
Health News - Football in the COVID Era
The NFL just kicked a COVID-era football season, and Mandy Gaither has tip for how to keep you safe while watching football.
Four Things You Need to Know: Thursday, April 18th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says rounds of showers and storms are headed our way this evening, so you'll want to make…
Four Things You Need To Know: Wednesday, March 27th, 2024
Before you go, there are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says a cooler breeze brings us an unseasonably cooler weather day today, but don't worry- sunnier skies are on the…
Check out this year's closest Supermoon!
Keep your eyes to the sky, this full moon is a supermoon you won't want to miss! "Supermoon" is the term that describes a full moon closer to Earth than normal. During…
Bowling Green, Warren County Humane Society is under a Code Red
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The Bowling Green, Warren County Humane Society is under a code red, and they're asking for help anyway you can give it. Emergency adoptions for all animals are 25 dollars…
Monday Motivator - Carry Forward 5K
This past weekend was the 20th anniversary and local veterans honored the day in a special way in this week's Monday Motivator. To donate, click here.
Four Things You Need to Know: Wednesday, May 29th, 2024
Before you go, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says it's another calm and dry weather day out there so get out and enjoy the weather if you can. Right…
Living Well - Travel nurses
Hospitalizations in the U.S. are finally beginning to fall after hitting record levels this winter. Today's Living Well is dedicated to travel nurses, who are going the extra mile and more to…
Three American Scientists Honored With Nobel Peace Prize
The Nobel Committee honors several Americans for their contribution to medicine Monday for their research aimed at bettering our world. Three American scientists have been awarded Nobel prizes…
TN Man golfs 225 holes to raise money for veterans
JOHNSON CITY, Tn.- A Johnson City Tennessee man played over two hundred holes of golf on Friday, and he did it to raise money to…
Día De Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is today!
Once Halloween is over, it's time to celebrate the Day of the Dead. The deeply cherished Mexican holiday honors the memories of loved ones who have died. It's usually celebrated…
Mayoral and City Commission Candidate Forum to be held tonight
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Tonight, the NAACP is holding a Mayoral and City Commission Candidate Forum, and they're inviting you to attend. During the meeting, you will hear from both…
Throwback Thursday - The night Bowling Green almost burned down
It was recently announced that $1.6 million is being awarded to the city of Bowling Green to rehabilitate the College Street pedestrian bridge. Constructed in 1916, this is at least the third…
Flora's Hidden Heroes - Jimmy Vibbert
Jimmy Vibbert struggled with addiction for years before finding God and sobriety. Now he helps others through a recovery program in Glasgow. He's this week's Flora's Hidden Hero.
Four Things You Need to Know: Thursday, June 13th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says the heat is kicking into high gear today and tomorrow so make sure you stay hydrated to…
Monday Motivator - Female football kicker
Kyla Bilyeu is a soccer player by day...and football kicker for Logan Co. at night. Hear her inspiring story in this week's Monday Motivator.
Sunrise Spotlight - Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
For today's Sunrise Spotlight brought to you by German American Bank, Joel Hornback and Gabe Heckerman join us live in-studio with the details on this weekend's Out of the Darkness Campus Walk. For…
Let's Make A Meal - Calvert Spring Water Company
This week's Let's Make A Meal is a tad different from our usual food feature. Calvert Spring Water Co. is a bottler and distributor of five gallon natural spring water…
Sunrise Spotlight - Phoenix Rising's 5th Anniversary
On Today's Sunrise Spotlight, Missy Cunningham from Phoenix Rising joins us live in-studio to talk about their 5th anniversary event coming up in a few weeks. For more…
Walk to End Alzheimer's at the Bowling Green Ballpark
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Bowling Green Ballpark was the site of the 2021 Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday morning. The event brought together survivors, families, and…
Crunchtime's Children Development Center to host Monster Mash: Candy House
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- As you're gearing up to get some tricks or treats this evening, you may want to add a stop to the Crunchtime Children's Development Center indoor Candy House!…
Feel Good Friday - Soap box derby prep
The 24th-annual Truist All-American Soap Box Derby is just under a month away. It's an event Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green organizes each year to raise funds for children's organizations. Last weekend,…
Four Things You Need to Know: Monday, July 15th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says dangerous heat is in the forecast today, try to stay cool and limit your time outside. The…
Sunrise Spotlight - Officer Ronnie Ward, BGPD
In this edition of Sunrise Spotlight, BGPD's Ronnie Ward joins SoKY Sunrise via Skype to discuss the department's response to COVID-19.
SKyPAC announces $8.5M expansion project
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A huge expansion is coming to the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center, better known as SKyPAC. On Thursday, April 18, at 10 a.m., Arts of Southern Kentucky announced…
Flora's Hidden Heroes - Thomas Weakley
Thomas Weakley has been a Western Kentucky University professor and campus pastor for decades, working to change the University for the better. He's this week's Flora's Hidden Hero.
Monday Motivator - Free photography sessions for tornado victims
Local photographer, Cindy Watson, thought of all the memories victims lost in the tornado. So she decided to do something to change it by offering free photography sessions to those affected. Hear more…
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Community Education Summer Activities Fair
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - The 19th Annual Summer Activities Fair hosted by Community Education is one week away. This is a free event, allowing you and your family to learn about…
Hosparus Health is looking for volunteers
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- If you or someone you know is looking to get into the medical field but they aren't quite sure where to start, Hosparus Health has the perfect opportunity for you!…
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Kentucky Down Under
We had some very special guests on News 40 at Noon this week from Kentucky Down Under! Joshua Warf is a zookeeper over at Kentucky Down Under and he…
Garth Brooks adds new concert date to Nashville visit
Country music lovers, get your cowboy boots and yee-haws ready! In addition to his already-scheduled Saturday, April 16th concert, Garth Brooks has added a new concert date to the Nashville visit: Friday,…
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Here's what to wear as you clean up storm debris
If you're out and about this week cleaning up after Sunday's storms, there are a few tips from the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control that you should know. They recommend that you…
Juneteenth Celebrations kick off this weekend!
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Wednesday, June 19th is Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S. And one non-profit is going above and beyond to make sure that you can join…
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BEXAR talks tornado relief benefit concert
The BGSTRONG.US Benefit Concert is Friday, Jan. 7 to raise funds for tornado relief in Warren County. Logan Turner and Chris Ryan from the band BEXAR join us to discuss what to expect from…
Emerging Leader - Brooke Mattingly
Brooke Mattingly is the co-founder of Decesare Group, offering business strategies and solutions to businesses and entrepreneurs. She's only 24 years old. She is this week's Emerging Leader.
Feed Our First Responders taking place on April 20
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- If you want to show your support to our first responders, Foundations Solutions Group has the perfect event for you. On Saturday, April 20 from 4-6 p.m., Mary Vitale, Shaun Miller, Foundation Solutions Group and W. Gordon…
Community Driven - The Kidz Club
On Today's Community Driven, Savannah Mills joins us live in-studio to talk all about The Kidz Club and how you can get involved. For more info, click here.
A diamond in the 'ruff': Cross-country journey reunites dog to her family
When a dog from Florida was taken back to Kentucky unexpectedly, her family submitted a longshot search to the Warren County Kentucky Lost and Found Pets page on Facebook. And…
Traffic lights aren't working? Here's what you do!
Thousands of Kentuckians are without power right now and that might mean your city's traffic light has gone out too. When traffic lights are malfunctioning or out of service, it can create…
Emerging Leader - Zachary S. Lathram
Zachary S. Latham created his own clothing company to create high-end fashion for men. He's this week's Emerging Leader.
KY Man Killed in Road Rage Shooting Allegedly Pulled Gun First
CARROLL COUNTY, Ky.- Road rage turned deadly over the weekend when a Carrolton man was shot and killed off Interstate 71 in Carroll County. Now, police are working to piece together what…
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