Author: Carlyle Coppins

Kentucky Youth Advocates group provides House Bill 6 update

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – House Bill 6 is a large bill that brings communities and the government to one table, and its ultimate goal is to help children and families who use childcare. For a single-parent family, 23% of that family’s income can go toward childcare. For a two-parent household, it’s 10%. The cost of care is similar across the…

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. holds Rooted in History, Rising in Service gala

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Dozens gathered for the Rooted in History, Rising in Service gala this past weekend to shine a light on people who made a massive difference in the community. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted an unforgettable gala, bringing together distinguished guests. The event served as a meaningful opportunity to honor esteemed leaders, such as Dr. Saundra…

Local Black-owned business: Highlighting Late-Nite Sweets N Treats

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Late-Nite Sweets N Treats is a local Bowling Green business started back in 2017, which specializes in unique cheesecake and cake recipes all while serving the community and customers until two in the morning. As Black History Month continues, one local Black-owned business continues on even after rebuilding. Conchetta Bell, the owner and baker at Late-Nite…

Another Way Program and Hotel Inc. work on K-Count

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Another Way Program and Hotel Inc. joined together by going out into unhoused communities and counting the number of unhoused people within Warren County, all while making an effort to connect on a deeper level. Karen Foley, the executive director of Hotel Inc., tells us, “It’s really important to meet people where they are, because we…

WKU Innovation Campus and Defying Dementia spread awareness

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- According to health experts, dementia is preventable, and one group helped people understand that. At the WKU Innovation Campus, a program called Defying Dementia held the driving the future of brain health with technology, for the there member of the month meetup. They gave people the chance to discover how technology and new resources reshape cognitive care….

10 years of the Kentucky State Police Angel Initiative

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Over the past decade, the Kentucky State  Police connected 281 individuals with treatment resources. Back in 2016, KSP started the Angel Initiative to become more proactive about giving people who are battling addiction a way out. They recognized that finding resources isn’t always easily accessible, but they want to give people a new perspective of the…

GRREC hosts 2026 Ed Tech Ambassadors in Warren County

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – As technology advances, teachers across the Commonwealth are keeping up by learning everything they can. Ed Tech Ambassadors gathered at Green River Education Cooperative to help increase student knowledge when it comes to technology in and out of the classroom. Ashley Vincent, the digital learning coach for WCPS, shares,  “We’ve talked to them about artificial intelligence….

Six honorees to be recognized at 29th annual Bowling Green Trailblazers event

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – To send off Black History Month, members in the Bowling Green community are recognizing leaders and those who are making a difference in the community. Twenty nine years ago, Abraham Williams wanted to honor African Americans in the Bowling Green community who were trailblazers and making an impact. This year is no different. A Trailblazers event…

Historic Railpark’s annual Sip and Putt event returns in March

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- If you and a few friends are looking for something fun to do, grab your golf clubs and head to the Historic Railpark and Train Museum in Bowling Green. The Railpark is hosting its sixth annual “Sip and Putt” event. Participants will get the chance to play mini golf *inside* a railcar — all while enjoying food…