Author: Carlyle Coppins

Andy Barr stops in Simpson County for meet and greet

FRANKLIN, Ky. – Dozens of local leaders gathered at Millhouse Café in Franklin for Andy Barr’s meet and greet. As he runs to fulfill the soon-to-be vacant seat left behind by Sen. Mitch McConnell, he’s making several stops across south-central Kentucky. Barr says, ” Franklin, Kentucky is growing. It is a very important county on the border with Tennessee. Simpson…

Norton Children’s Hospital discusses outdoor winter safety

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- What all started with snow has officially turned to ice in most areas, and many people want to get out and enjoy activities like sledding, snowball fights, or getting some fresh air. But health experts say it’s important to remain cautious while you enjoy any activity that’s outside. “Sledding on ice is a little more dangerous,” Jenna…

News 40 travels with Warren County sheriff to survey road conditions

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The big story this week is the winter weather happening across the U.S., whether it’s snow, ice or freezing temperatures; all of this can lead to dangerous conditions, especially on the roads. Warren County sheriff Brett Hightower says, “It’s definitely treacherous. Yeah. And if it’s snow embankments, people sliding off the road, and you get stuck…

Warren County Sheriff’s gives out rides during winter weather

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- With winter weather approaching fast, it’s crucial that folks stay prepared. For those who may be stranded, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office will be monitoring the roads and getting people out of the cold. Although the officers are out, they are encouraging everyone else to stay in. “We’ve got predictions that we might have some bad road…

Lily’s Ranch and Rescue in Auburn seeks donations for upgrades

AUBURN, Ky. – An Auburn-based rescue that’s been around for a few years now is looking for contractors or anyone interested in helping a few animals in need. Lily’s Ranch and Rescue, a pillar in the Auburn community for wild and farm animals, is asking for support. The barn where it houses new additions and the ones that need more…

Annual Bowling Green city meeting discusses strategic goal planning

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A conversation is a difference made, and the annual discussion among leaders in Bowling Green has added to the success of the city. The City of Bowling Green held its special work session for strategic goal planning at the Bowling Green Ballpark. Bowling Green Parks and Recreation, Public Works, Bowling Green Police and the Bowling Green…

Local pantry hosting MLK food drive at State Street Baptist Church

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – There’s a new food pantry in Warren County that’s uniting churches and organizations in Bowling Green. The MLK planning committee and the NAACP came together to figure out a way to feed the community. To honor the MLK Day of service, they also partnered with First Christian Community Church to give the community a space to…

USDA grant to support telemedicine for The Medical Center at Russellville

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The USDA announced a telemedicine grant for The Medical Center at Russellville. This grant will impact and provide patients with more medical access, the staff with more bedside support and it even reaches the community. Eric Hagan, vice president of Rural Hospitals, says, “It we give us a platform to provide interpreter services. So regardless of…

Historic Ladies’ Literary Club

BOWLING GREEN, KY. – The first ladies’ literary club was established in Bowling Green, Kentucky in the 1800’s. The current members of the club made a stop here at News 40 to fellowship with one another and  for a presentation by Ashlee Wilson Quinn. For more than a century, the members consistently met, but before this club began, There was…

Salvation Army Bowling Green provides 2025 recap

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – All year long, the Salvation Army accepts donations, provides shelter to the homeless and gives resources to people in need. When the holidays roll around, it focuses on making sure everyone is cared for. Monica Horton, a captain with Salvation Army Bowling Green, says, “It is such a good season where we feel encouraged, and we…