Author: Atlee McHeffey

It’s National Safe Boating Week

BOWLING GREEN, Ky – On the third week of May, the National Weather Association holds their annual awareness campaign. This year, the National Safe Boating week is from May 18-24. With Memorial Day weekend nearing, it is important for residents to practice safe boating. Safety tips for operating a boat: Must be 12 years or older to operate a boat….

Release butterflies at Lost River Cave

BOWLING GREEN, Ky – Local families and youth can use the warmth of their hands to awaken butterflies, and set them free in the Charlie Miller Butterfly Habitat. On May 22nd, tickets are required and will be $10 for admission at Lost River Cave. There are two sessions for the butterfly release, 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Native butterflies include…

Join Kids On the Block for lemonade

BOWLING GREEN Ky, – The Kids On the Block Youth Board is having a lemonade stand to raise money for the WHAS Crusade for Children. WHAS-TV and Radio based in Louisville, Kentucky conducts the WHAS Crusade for Children.  This is an annual telethon that raises money for schools, agencies, special needs children, and hospitals. Through grants, WHAS has supported the…

Allen County 4-H seeks host families

ALLEN COUNTY, Ky. – The Kentucky 4-H International Program are looking for families that will host a summer stay for international students. The exchange program still needs to place eight children ages 15-17, and one adult in a home. From July 21 to Aug. 16, local families can give Japanese students an opportunity to experience American culture. Requirements include: A…

BGPD spreads awareness for Motorcycle Safety Month

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – With May being Motorcycle Safety Month, the Bowling Green Police Department is sharing tips for awareness. Drivers are encouraged to be alert and share the road with motorcyclists. When following a motorcycle, increase the distance of your vehicle away from the motorcycle and allow extra room for them. Suggestions from the BGPD to motorcyclists are: Know…

You can support veterans at the Highlander Drafthouse this weekend

GLASGOW, Ky. – Glasgow’s newest restaurant and sports bar will host a Memorial Day event to raise money for veterans. The military-owned business will offer food, drinks and live entertainment from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, May 25. The veteran benefit will feature live music from Guilty, Mason Gentry, Dad Bods, Electric Reign, Bad Obsession and Nick England….

Find your polling place for primary election day

WARREN COUNTY: All Precincts Cumberland Trace Elementary – 2464 Cumberland Trace Rd. Bowling Green, KY 42103Eastwood Baptist Church – 500 Eastwood St. Bowling Green, KY 42103Ephram White Park – 885 Mt Olivet Rd. Bowling Green, KY 42101First Baptist Church – 621 E 12TH Avenue Bowling Green, KY 42101Holy Spirit Catholic Church –  4754 Smallhouse Rd. Bowling Green, KY 42104Living Hope Baptist Church…

Supplies needed for shelter at Barren River Area Safe Space, Inc.

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Since 1980, Barren River Area Safe Space, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that supports those affected by domestic violence and their children. BRASS’s services include permanent housing, emergency shelters, a food pantry, children services, financial assistance, crisis intervention etc. for Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson and Warren counties. On May 16, BRASS…

BG Fiestaval kicks off on Friday

BOWLING GREEN, Ky – The Regional Alliance of Students and Professionals is hosting its triannual BG Fiestaval this weekend. R.A.S.P is a nonprofit organization that hosts BG Fiestaval events in September, October and May to spread their culture in the Bowling Green community. The three-day festival begins on May 17 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. From May 18-19, the…