Author: Carlyle Coppins

The impact of Bowling Green Public Works

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- In 2008, President George W. Bush emphasized the importance of public works across the United States, and Bowling Green Public Works is proudly answering that call. The department plays a critical role in everyday life, from snow removal to traffic control. Executive director Andy Souza highlights how public works touches every citizen daily, whether they realize it…

How you can volunteer to help protect Lost River Cave

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Lost River Cave is inviting the community to get involved in preserving the park’s natural beauty and biodiversity. Throughout the summer, the organization is hosting monthly volunteer events focused on removing invasive species. One of the main threats to the park’s ecosystem is Wintercreeper, a fast-spreading vine native to Japan. Without natural predators in Kentucky, the…

Remembering Mary Ann Tobin, founder of the Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary

MEADE COUNTY, Ky.- The beloved founder of Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary, Mary Ann Tobin, passed away on June 22, 2025, but her legacy will live on through the lives she touched, both human and animal. Tobin founded the sanctuary in 2002, dedicating her life to rescuing and rehabilitating wildlife across Kentucky. Those who knew her say she was more than a…

Support Sleep in Heavenly Peace

  LING GREEN, KY.- The Catholic Heart Workcamp has brought teens and adults from across the U.S. to Bowling Green for a week dedicated to service. These volunteers are spending their days painting homes, completing repairs, and building beds for families in need. One of their key partners is the nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace, which works to ensure that…

How to support loved ones with PTSD during the Fourth of July

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- With Fourth of July fireworks popping off, everyone’s response may be different. For many, the loud booms and flashing lights can trigger symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Erica Hanner, a LifeSkills dual diagnosis therapist, says fireworks can resemble traumatic experiences like gunfire, explosions or even car accidents. “People with PTSD tend to be super hypersensitive to…

Rolling through history: Bowling Green Rail Park preserves the past and builds community

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- If these rail carts could talk, the stories they’d tell would take you rolling back into the rich history of the Rail Park’s past. Molly Claire Able, Rental Coordinator, reflects on the space’s legacy: “You think about it—so many different experiences, time, and people have come through here.” Supporting the Bowling Green Rail Park extends beyond trains;…

Largest rural declines in federal Medicaid spending and enrollment

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- A new study from the University of North Carolina reveals that over 330 hospitals serving a large share of Medicaid patients are facing serious financial challenges. In Kentucky, 10 percent of rural hospitals are at the highest risk of closure, leaving communities vulnerable to cuts in Medicaid funding. This issue extends beyond just the patients who rely…

Graves Gilbert Clinic expansion in Brownsville

BROWNSVILLE, KY.- Access to quality healthcare continues to expand across the Commonwealth. Graves Gilbert Clinic is taking a major step forward by opening a new location in Brownsville. This facility will provide rural residents with improved access to care, featuring new exam rooms, a screening room, and other vital resources. CEO Mike D’Eramo emphasized the importance of consistent, affordable care…