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…
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…
WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – When you think of a library, your mind may go straight to books, but one local library is going above and beyond. The Warren County Public Library looks for ways to engage the community, and this year, it is taking it up a notch. It is hosting Winter Fest, inviting celebrities and bringing in well-known authors,…
BUTLER COUNTY, Ky. – It was adoption day for a local pup named Benny at the Butler County Animal Shelter. Thanks to law enforcement, they were able to sponsor his adoption and give a dog that was full of fear a new, forever home. Morgantown police chief Giles Taylor says, “It’s really come a long way from where we’re at…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – For decades, Med Center has continued the tradition of showcasing women in art. The Women in the Arts program is back for its 34th year, showcasing artists, young and old. It’s giving them the chance to create and express themselves through different art media. The local talent will create things like sculptures, sketches, painting and other…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – When most people think of Girl Scouts, they may instantly think of cookie season. While Girl Scout Cookie season has started, the girls who are involved get so much more. Felicia Bland, membership experience coordinator for Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana, says, “This is their first taste of business. Many businesswomen will tell you they got their…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Running Club is hosting its annual Share the Love 5k Walk and Run next month. Each year, the club selects a local organization to support, and this year, the proceeds will benefit Glory Baby Ministry. Organizers say the event not only raises money for a good cause but also brings the community together…
SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY – According to the Kentucky Center for Economic Policy, the individual income tax is the state’s largest source of revenue. On January 1, 2026, the legislature lowered the income tax rate to 3.5 percent. This continues a series of cuts that began in 2018, when the rate was 6 percent. Jason Bailey, the executive director of the Kentucky…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – For 18 years, Barren River Area Safe Space has held a donation event that helps countless people who are victims of domestic violence, and it isn’t stopping anytime soon. BRASS, Inc. is holding the largest annual donation drive, Shop and Share. It is working with the state-wide office for domestic violence, Zero Violence, Kroger and first…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – CASA of the Heartland is expanding to Hart County. The nonprofit’s goal is to expand into every county in Kentucky, and to accomplish this, they have worked with judges and CASA of Southern Kentucky. CASA, or Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers, are “appointed by judges to advocate for children’s best interests,” according to CASA’s website. The…
