BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Several organizations are coming together to highlight the importance of self-awareness during Mental Health Awareness Month. The Bowling Green Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and the National Alliance on Mental Illness are leading this initiative. The speakers will be Lacretia Dye, a WKU associate professor and therapist, Mary Lee Snodgrass, an…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A nonprofit in Bowling Green is taking bold steps to combat domestic violence, sex trafficking, addiction and homelessness. City and county leaders gathered downtown to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of Unbridled Spirit Recovery Ranch. The 18-month live-in recovery center focuses on long-term solutions for women facing these challenges. Founder and executive director Lynette Riganto emphasized that true recovery requires addressing…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- With Memorial Day weekend right around the corner, tons of people are going to be traveling. According to AAA, a record-breaking 45 million Americans are expected to hit the road. That’s a significant increase from previous years, signaling a strong return to pre-pandemic travel habits. AAA spokesperson Lynda Lambert says, “We definitely are back to strong travel…
GLASGOW, Ky.- The Glasgow Police Department is paying tribute to fallen officers during National Police Week. Two officers, Robert Thurman and Henry Collins, died in the line of duty, both by gunfire in 1914 and 1929, respectively. The department also remembers K-9 Ranger, who died in 2011 after being bitten by a snake. Major Terry Flatt of the Glasgow Police…
WARREN COUNTY, KY.- In February of 2024, Unbridled Spirit and Recovery Ranch began a powerful mission to rescue women facing domestic violence, sex trafficking, addiction, and homelessness. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit is committed to “loving people back to life” by offering support, stability, and purpose to women in crisis. The organization provides a haven where women can heal, learn real-life skills,…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A longstanding nonprofit is celebrating its powerful legacy of service and education. On Thursday morning, dozens of community members gathered to mark 40 years of Kentucky Kids on the Block. Heather Higgins Jeffrey, daughter of co-founder Jamie Higgins, emphasized the vital role of community support in sustaining the program. “There are lots of programs that help kids…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Mother’s Day can be a painful reminder of loss for many women who are grieving. While the holiday celebrates motherhood, it can also bring emotional weight for those coping with the absence of their own mothers. Dual diagnoses therapist Erica Hanner shared her perspective as she prepares for her first Mother’s Day without her mom. “Grief…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Many women who give birth experience significant mental stress, which can lead to a range of emotional challenges. According to UK health experts, around 80% of new mothers go through what’s commonly called the “baby blues.” However, a growing concern is the anxiety that many women feel during and after pregnancy. This anxiety isn’t just limited…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A special day of relaxation and appreciation is coming to south-central Kentucky, and it’s all about honoring nurses. Village Manor, a nursing home in Bowling Green, is hosting its second annual “Nurturing Our Nurses” event. The celebration aims to give back to the nurses who give so much every day. Attendees can enjoy giveaways, gift cards, food…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – There’s a new addition to the Bowling Green community that’s putting safety and fun on the map. The Fringe, a new bike and pedestrian training area, is officially complete thanks to Bike Walk BG, Warren County Parks and Rec and the City of Bowling Green. Designed like a miniature road system, it allows kids to learn…
