Author: Carlyle Coppins

Hotel Inc. hosts memorial service to remember unhoused members of community

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Hotel Inc. held its annual community homeless memorial service to honor our neighbors who have died while experiencing homelessness in Warren County. Rebecca Troxell, director of operations at Hotel Inc., says, “It’s so important to acknowledge those who are currently experiencing homelessness and those who have passed away from homelessness, because it affects all of us….

Officials discuss backup dispatch center for David Whitson Training Center

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The David Whitson Training Center that serves the Bowling Green police department and the Bowling Green Fire Department is almost in full effect. The communications center, also known as dispatch, is also getting a space in the new training center. Jeff Meisel, the Bowling Green city manager, says, “When we were planning this building, we, we…

How Kentuckians are impacted by health insurance changes

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Medicaid members can now change their managed care organization at any time and are no longer limited to a specific open enrollment period. Lawmakers considered several bills last week related to Medicaid, but none of them passed. On Wednesday, four House members crossed the aisle and agreed to vote with Democrats to force a vote, but…

Concerned Citizens of Logan County supports families during the holidays

LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – For the past eight years, Concerned Citizens of Logan County has created a space for parents to come and get free toys and clothes for their kids. Dorris Vick, the director of Concerned Citizens of Logan County, says, “We’re living in some hard times. The families they can’t feed. I mean, they’re having trouble with food,…

Kwanzaa celebration to be held at Eleventh Street Baptist Church

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Many holidays are celebrated around this time of year, and a group of people is coming together to share its traditions and knowledge at its annual event. For 24 years, the Bowling Green Community Kwanzaa Committee has helped the community share the culture and educate people on the history of Kwanzaa and each day’s meaning. Chasity…

PennyRoyal Market supports local farmers and businesses

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- After a year of renovations, PennyRoyal Market officially opened its doors back in February. Over the past few months, it has been able to support more than 100 farmers and small businesses, and this all started with one Kentucky native. Owner Laura Gilbert says, “I’ve always been in small businesses. And so, I watched my grandparents, and…

Hotel Inc. memorial service for the unhoused population

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Often, the unhoused population is overlooked, but one organization is changing that narrative. Hotel Inc. is holding a memorial service to honor people who have passed away because of homelessness. This is not just for those who have passed away. It can also remove some of the financial pressure and stress from the loved ones connected…

Holiday pageant gives residents a chance to shine

BARREN COUNTY, Ky.- Barren County Nursing and Rehab in Glasgow hosted a Christmas Magic Pageant for people of all ages and abilities, drawing participants from across Kentucky. “Gentlemen and ladies from all over Kentucky participated,” Terri Teague, the facility’s marketing director, said. “We even have queens who have won titles across the state, many of whom will be competing. We…

Three distilleries open doors in Cave City

CAVE CITY, KY.- The ribbon was cut for three distilleries in Cave City: Dueling Grounds Distillery, Cave City Distillery, and MB Roland Distillery. Dozens of visitors came out to the new location, where they got a taste of Kentucky bourbon, moonshine, and more. The distilleries are also offering tastings designed to attract tourists to the area. “We’re entering our 10th…

Teen Angel provides update on program

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- It’s been 15 years of Teen Angel, and this year, they raised more than $60,000. This year, Community Education partnered with the community to raise funds, and Crocker Law Firm doubled the donations to help teens in the community celebrate Christmas without feeling overlooked. Joshua Smith, interim director and Teen Angel coordinator, says, “To still be in…