BOWLING GREEN, KY.- As Labor Day weekend approaches, burn bans remain in effect across South Central Kentucky. Despite the holiday, officials say it’s highly unlikely the bans will be lifted due to extremely dry conditions. Fire Code Inspector Steve Coleman warns that weather conditions are ideal for wildfires, urging residents to avoid any fire-related activities, including bonfires, burning leaves, and…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Barren River Fire Department and Hadley Fire Department partnered with Toys for Tots to “Fire Up for Christmas.” The toy drive and Buck in a Boot is not only a great way to give back to kids across south-central Kentucky that may not get Christmas presents. It also gives the community a chance to give back….
GLASGOW, Ky. – Glasgow has long been known for its strong community leaders, and the tradition of honoring those leaders continues. Glasgow mayor Henry Royse shared that Luska Joseph Twyman was the first African American elected as mayor of Glasgow, Kentucky. While a major part of his journey was his time as mayor, he also served in the United States…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A child’s health can be impacted in more ways than one when school starts. Health experts say most kids need structure to thrive. A consistent routine can improve behavior, help them process new information and adjust to changes. Routine doesn’t just support success in the classroom, it can also boost their mental health. Janet Rodriguez, a…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Child Passenger Safety Week is coming up, and car seat safety is the top priority for many families. Gaining knowledge on about car seats is one thing. According to experts, learning about your child’s car seat could save their life. For example, every car seat has an expiration date, because it’s made of plastic. Most car…
GLASGOW, Ky. – The City of Glasgow is on the rise, but it’s not just because of the population. The rich history has made a major impact on the entire city and everyone in it. Glasgow mayor Henry Royse shares, “Glasgow has a great heritage. Glasgow has led the way for development in this part of Kentucky, in this part…
BOWLING GREEN, KY.- For the first time in Bowling Green Veteran Affairs held a Community and Veterans Cares Expo. This event helps caretakers, veterans, non-veterans by providing several resources. “Events like this is great because it gives them the information they need to make a good decision later on in life or right now,” Stephen Buford Benefits division director said….
GLASGOW, Ky. – A new pharmaceutical distribution hub has officially opened its doors in Barren County. R&S Northeast celebrated the grand opening of its Glasgow facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday morning. The state-of-the-art warehouse will specialize in distributing medications and health products to pharmacies, hospitals and other healthcare providers nationwide. In addition to strengthening the healthcare supply chain, company…
BOWLING GREEN, KY.- The Kentucky State Fair is underway — and Bowling Green is playing a major role. Several local names are front and center, including auctioneer Rylan Shea and Josh Poling of Broadbent Country Hams. Poling is providing the famous ham featured at this year’s Kentucky Farm Bureau Country Ham Breakfast — an event that draws major attention and…
BOWLING GREEN, KY.- Med Center Health and Wellness has officially moved into a new building on College Street. The larger space allows the center to expand its services and offer more health-related resources to the community. New offerings include medical nutrition therapy, diabetes self-management courses, and increased access to health screenings. The new facility will also host support groups for…
