Author: Amber Gardner-Rojas

Local organization spreading kindness in our community

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A family in our community has one simple goal to spread kindness. Robin Loid and Emily Wilkins are asking all of us to do three random acts of kindness. Following the deaths of two of her children, Robin and her daughter started a nonprofit called Cultivate Kindness in their honor. Their simple mission has been to spread…

Two monkeypox cases reported in Kentucky

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A local health expert says that two monkeypox cases have been reported in the Commonwealth. Infectious disease specialists say the viral disease is related to the smallpox virus; however, it is much milder and rarely fatal. Current outbreak symptoms include a rash in the hands, face or genital area. Dr. Heather Lusby, an infectious disease specialist at…

BG locals answer Fourth of July trivia questions

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Fourth of July weekend is kicking off and News 40 hit the streets to ask locals some patriotic trivia questions. Questions included: What is the most popular Fourth of July food? Who has the largest signature on the Declaration of Independence? How many stars and stripes are there on the American flag? Rhonda Williams, Ben Stewart, Rylan…

Governor Andy Beshear comments on trigger law temporarily blocked by Kentucky judge

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Kentucky judge has temporarily blocked the “trigger law” that went into effect June 24 that bans most abortions across the Commonwealth. The move pauses Kentucky’s near-total ban on the procedure that was triggered by the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade. The law went into effect after the nation’s highest court ruled to…

A lack of rain is affecting farmers in South Central Kentucky

Bowling Green, Ky.- Our hotter than average temperatures and near-drought conditions are creating a severe problem for local farmers. South Central Kentucky has not seen conditions this dry in a decade. Farmers say if the lack of rainfall continues, it will result in the production of fewer grain and wreak havoc on supply chains. Many of these farmers will have…

Bowling Green celebrates two Special Olympic athletes

Bowling Green celebrates two Special Olympic athletes

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The community celebrated two athletes at Circus Square Park for bringing home the gold at the 2022 Special Olympic games. Casey Freeman and Brianna Goode are two of 34 athletes from Kentucky who competed at the USA games in Orlando, Florida. The two put on quite a performance in the bowling doubles category, winning gold medals with…

BGPD hosts annual award ceremony

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Bowling Green heroes were recognized today for their hard work in protecting our community. The Bowling Green Police Department hosted their annual employee award ceremony for the year of 2021. Around 22 police officers and one employee were surrounded by family and friends as they were recognized for their achievements. Awards presented include the Life Saving Award,…

The 24th annual Stand For Children Day takes over BG Ballpark

Bowling Green, ky.- You could feel the excitement this morning at the BG Ballpark during the 24th Annual Stand For Children Day. Bowling Green Warren County Community Education hosted the event with the help of many title sponsors. Many local organizations came out to provide children with fun games and activities, while offering parents and caregivers the chance to learn…

Bowling Green leaders sign Stand for Children Day proclamation

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Today, community leaders recognized the upcoming 24th annual Stand for Children Day by signing a proclamation in downtown Bowling Green. The free event for Stand for Children Day will happen Thursday morning and will offer fun activities for kids and give parents and caregivers the opportunity to learn more about the services available for families in…