Author: Carlyle Coppins

Ford named Top Mainstream Brand for 2026

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – We all know about Ford and the cars that have been produced, but for the first time since 2010, the company is surpassing traditional mass market leaders. According to a study by J.D. Power, Ford is the number one mainstream brand for 2026. While Ford produces cars that rank high when it comes to quality, the…

Community Partners for Recovery provides and promotes lifelong recovery

GLASGOW, Ky. – Community Partners for Recovery is a recovery community center that’s a trusted, safe space for people who are battling addiction. Whether you’re struggling directly or know someone who’s struggling, having a non-clinical facility to visit can make a massive difference. Co-founder and Executive Director Libby Short says, “It doesn’t matter if you’re new to recovery, long-term recovery,…

Holiday travel safety tips with the Glasgow Police Department

GLASGOW, Ky. – During busy holiday weekends, most people travel to see loved ones, and hitting the road to celebrate America’s 250th birthday is a common theme that can lead to distractions, according to Glasgow police officers. Officer Mathew Rishkofski with the Glasgow Police Department says, “You know, the holidays are a stressful time as it is. And then people…

First Christian Church helps to fight food insecurity in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- First Christian Church is helping address food insecurity in the Bowling Green community through its free grocery store, providing families with access to fresh produce and other essential food items. Volunteers say many first-time visitors are surprised by the selection of healthy foods available, particularly the fresh fruits and vegetables. Linda Holian, chair of the Community Grocery…

Park City Elementary announces new principal with Barren County Schools

BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Ben Jackson is officially the new principal of the Park City Elementary. With decades of service and many achievements throughout his time in education, he plans to continue to strengthen the foundation of young minds. Jackson, the new Park City Elementary principal, says, “You know, for elementary schools, there are so many foundational skills that we…

Western Kentucky University holds personal finance camp for high school students

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Western Kentucky University held a personal finance camp, a one-week intensive for high school students to learn skills, gain exposure to the financial world, and learn about the wide variety of career opportunities. Jake Darabos, the chief financial and administration officer, says, “As a credit union, we see adults and young people who make financial mistakes….

African American farm owner continues legacy with Ruby’s Happy Farm

CROSS PLAINS, Tenn. – At Ruby’s Happy Farm, there are more than just crops being produced here. Meaningful relationships are being built, and generations are being inspired. Ashley Brooks, owner and operator of Ruby’s Happy Farm, says, “As we know, sharecropping in the early 1900s was not ideal. Farmers worked for land owners and had to split the profits from…

Local impact of peaches at Jackson’s Orchard

WARREN COUNTY, Ky.- It’s peach season at Jackson’s Orchard. This is an exciting time for tourists and residents, but for the farmers who pick thousands of bushels, it’s fruitful. Johnathen Price, co-owner of Jackson’s Orchard, says, “To bring a crop to maturity, you can’t do this for the job. You’ve got to love it because there’s a lot of rough…

Bowling Green and Warren County Tourism contributes more than $490 million

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – According to the impact survey over the past four years, Kentucky tourism, arts and heritage have increased, and for Bowling Green-Warren County tourism attractions like Lost River Cave, the Corvette Museum and the Aviation Heritage Park, surpassed the economic impact record. Last year was no different. Bob Bubnis with the Aviation Heritage Park tells us, “It…