Author: Carlyle Coppins

Bowling Green Hot Rods featured on American Dream

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- The national television show, the American Dream will highlight and feature the Bowling Green Hot Rods showcasing the ballpark’s history and much more. Melissa Albert, American Dream lifestyle expert and realtor tells us the impact that this will have on anyone who watches. Melissa says, “For everyone to be able to see the stories and behind-the-scenes that…

New project addresses mental health during forum

BOWLING GREEN, KY.-The BRADD Anchor Project is in full effect and your suggestions are wanted. Anyone and everyone in the community is welcome to attend the forum. With more than 21 million dollars in funding to ensure that the funding is being utilized to help anyone who is struggling to maintain their mental health. Melanie Watts, the director of community…

Meet the new additions to Barren County Schools

BARREN COUNTY, Ky.- It’s the dawn of a new day for Barron County schools. Preparing the students and advancing them is just the beginning of what this upcoming school year has to offer. Michael Davis, the director of elementary instruction, shares, “The district going to continue to grow, continue to give our students and our staff the best that we…

Isaiah 117 House continues to make impact with help of community

LOGAN COUNTY, Ky.- Resources for children in the system and foster care have been limited for a while, but the Isaiah 117 House is making a difference. From building a house for families and children in need by raising money through their lemonade stands to receiving donations from several members of the community, they are pouring everything they can back…

Logan County events to celebrate African American freedom through Aug. 8

RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. –  Communities across western Kentucky celebrate freedom for African Americans on Aug. 8. This powerful emancipation celebration unites African Americans. It also gives people the chance to honor and remember those who were set free. Michael Morrow, the director of the Seek Museum, shares some of the history that motivated African American people to celebrate. He says, “Freedom…

Preparing your kids to go back to school

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- With school just weeks away, doctors all over the U.S. are encouraging parents to prepare their children. Kentucky and Indiana school systems require exams for certain ages. Whether you’re getting your child ready by getting them vaccinated with the proper shots or by starting a routine, taking any steps to prepare your child can make a major…

Bowling Green Transportation systems look to merge

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- When covid 19 happened public transportation systems were disrupted for every transit system. There is a study of the GO BG transit and WKU transit systems. That will ultimately take the current state of the two transit systems, and merge them into one to better serve the community. Brent Childers, the director of neighborhood and community services…

The impact of war descendants

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- Well over 100 years ago, sons of the American Revolution reminded people about the history and wars in the United States and its value. Along the way, many locals discovered their connections to the soldiers who fought in those wars. Dr. Roger Vincent, the treasurer of Sons of the American Revolution shares how he discovered  “I just…

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- Paul Davis property restoration experts are restoring more than property. They are uniting Bowling Green law enforcement agencies, along with their friends and families so they can participate in the Battle of the Badges blood drive. Ronnie Ward, the PIO with the Bowling Green Police Department describes the atmosphere during the blood drive. Ronnie says, “This is…

Warren County Public Library provides free shuttle service

WARREN COUNTY, Ky.- The Warren County Public Library partnered with the American Red Cross to bring a new free shuttle to Bowling Green. This is not just available to help one particular group – this will help anyone who desires a ride. Chris Barrett, the shuttle driver, tells us how this will make a great difference, saying, “This is a…