Author: Carlyle Coppins

Feeding America opens new facility in Warren County

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Each September, Hunger Action Month unites nonprofits across the country, and this year marks a major milestone in Kentucky. Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland, has officially opened a new facility in Bowling Green to serve thousands of families across Warren County and beyond. Executive director Charles Dennis says the organization’s new physical presence will help deepen connections…

Charter Senior Living kicks off National Assisted Living Week

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – National Assisted Living Week is underway, and Charter Senior Living marked the occasion with its annual balloon release this September. The tradition celebrates the support and community spirit found in assisted living facilities across the country. Residents participated in the event, using the moment to share personal stories and express gratitude for the care they receive….

Bowling Green celebrates its musical roots with a new exhibit

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — The city’s long-standing musical legacy is finally getting its moment in the spotlight with the opening of the “Sonic Landscape” exhibit. Local artists, past and present, are being honored for their unique contributions to the sounds that shaped Bowling Green over the decades. “It’s long overdue,” said local musician Dean Collier, noting the city’s deep musical roots…

Chris Carmichael Featured in Sonic Landscape Exhibit

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Renowned multi-instrumentalist Chris Carmichael will be featured in the “Sonic Landscape” exhibit this Saturday at the Kentucky Museum. Carmichael, who plays nearly every stringed instrument, began his career with The Flying Monkeys in Bowling Green and later joined 15 Strings. He gained recognition in Nashville for his dynamic violin work and vocals. “I was inspired by…

Tony Lindsey’s lifetime of community connection through music

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- Tony Lindsey’s musical journey began his freshman year of high school after auditioning for a friend’s band—and that one moment changed the course of his life. What started as jam sessions quickly turned into songwriting, singing, and a career that would span more than 25 years. Lindsey didn’t just grow as an artist—he became a pillar in…

Med Center Health to host 15th annual NICU celebration

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Med Center Health is hosting its 15th Annual NICU Reunion and Open House, honoring the journey of NICU graduates and the healthcare heroes who supported them. The event brings together NICU nurses, doctors, staff and families to celebrate the progress of children once in critical care. NICU nurse Sarah Skaggs says the support extends beyond medical…

Kentucky Museum honors local music legends in new exhibit

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- Bowling Green is a hub for local music and limitless talent. This weekend, dozens of influential artists from the area will be honored at the Kentucky Museum’s new Sonic Landscape exhibit. One iconic band is Government Cheese, a group that helped define the city’s sound in the mid-1980s. Known for their raw, high-energy performances, the band emerged…

Hundreds from across the state gathered at Jackson’s Orchard for Labor Day

BOWLING GREEN,KY.- Although, summer isn’t officially over, hundreds of families gathered at Jackson’s Orchard to celebrate Labor Day and kick off the fall season during the annual Apple Fest. Visitors like tourist Matt Brown were excited to embrace the seasonal shift, saying, “…It’s September, so we’re going to get our fall on.” The orchard drew a lot of tourists and…

Mammoth Cave National Park celebrates ‘Bat Day’ this weekend

MAMMOTH CAVE, KY.- Mammoth Cave National Park is inviting visitors to celebrate Bat Day this Saturday. The annual event focuses on educating the public about various bat species and their vital role in nature. From controlling insect populations to pollinating plants, bats are key players in the ecosystem. Park spokesperson Molly Schroer explains the event has grown over the years: “It…