BOWLING GREEN, KY.- After decades of dedicated service in healthcare, Dr. John Downing is now celebrating his well-earned retirement. Having worked with Med Center for more than five decades, Dr. Downing began his impactful career in June of 1971 after returning from Vietnam. Throughout his career, he has touched countless lives in Bowling Green and around the world through his…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Empowering women can go a long way, and on Tuesday, right here in Bowling Green, hundreds of women were uplifted. More than 400 women gathered for the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Women’s Leadership Conference, an event designed to foster connection and inspiration. This conference provided a space for women to pour into one another,…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- As spring settles in, the number of motorcyclists on the road ramps up, creating an increased need for awareness. Law enforcement reports that 70% of motorcycle accidents occur at intersections, often due to a lack of visibility and drivers not paying attention. Public information officer Ronnie Ward of the Bowling Green Police Department emphasizes that motorcyclists also…
WARREN COUNTY, Ky.- Traditionally, agriculture is seen as a male-dominated field, but farming is slowly evolving with more women stepping into leadership roles. While many may picture a male farmer and his wife when thinking of agriculture, the role of the farm wife is often overlooked, despite her significant contributions. Dore Hunt, manager at Chaney’s Hurd, explains that the term…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- On Friday, medical students across the United States celebrated a significant milestone with Match Day ceremonies. In south-central Kentucky, 30 graduates gathered at Fountain Square Park to discover where they will begin their medical careers through the National Resident Matching Program. The event paired students’ preferences with hospital needs, setting the stage for their next three to…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – During Women’s History Month, there are many organizations that are highlighting women. This year, Lindsey Chaffin Scott was one of two women honored with as the Woman of the Year by the Bowling Green Human Rights Commission. News 40 sat down with Scott, who tells us what this award means to her. She says, “These last…
FRANKLIN, KY.- The locally produced film Unfulfilled is making its return and is now showing in South Central Kentucky. The film’s director, Derrick Simmons, is not only offering a screening but also creating an evening filled with local food and beverages. This event will give attendees the chance to connect with the community while resonating with the film’s themes. Simmons…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- For four decades, organizations across south-central Kentucky have been pouring into their communities, and one group of women has remained dedicated to this cause. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Omicron Sigma Omega Chapter has been serving the community for 40 years, and they continue their tradition of giving back. To celebrate this milestone and support people of…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Several Western Kentucky University social work students are making a significant impact through their support of Life Skills Wellness Connection. At Tuesday’s check presentation, it was clear that the help provided goes beyond monetary donations. WKU’s Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society raised funds after a professor and his students recognized a need in the Bowling…
BOWLING GREEN, KY.- With spring break starting, it is a peak time for travel, and with hundreds of college students who normally donate blood going out of town the need for blood donations is on the rise. Blood is considered a medicine in most hospitals. It’s being used for a wide variety of illnesses. With blood typically donated by college…
