Author: Carlyle Coppins

Warren RECC warns customers of phone scam

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Warren County residents should be aware of a new scam to be on the lookout for. Many Warren Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation customers have received scam calls about urgent payments that need to be paid, and Warren RECC wants to encourage everyone not to give in to the pressure. If a scammer calls, they may ask…

The exchange program is expanding in Warren County

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A local resource here in south-central Kentucky is expanding a program to five days a week. The harm reduction program through the Barren River District Health Department in Warren County is expanding, ultimately minimizing risks while connecting people to life-saving services. The resources offered include a food pantry, direct connection to treatment, clothing,  peer support and…

Blessing of the Water Ceremony held in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The orthodox church has many services, and at Basil Griffin Park, many people gathered Tuesday, Jan. 6 for the Blessing of the Water. This ceremony includes chanting hymns of blessings, prayer and releasing a cross into the water, thereby sanctifying the water for spiritual cleansing. Jeanette Burt, the Holy Apostles Orthodox Church choir director, says, “Orthodoxy…

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife discusses carp incentive increase

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Federal dollars are coming to Kentucky, and the funds will help protect native fish and wildlife across the state. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife announced an increase in the commercial fishing incentive for harvesting invasive carp, from 10 cents to 15 cents per pound. While the increase may sound small, the impact is significant. In 2024 alone, more…

Feeding America, food distribution centers prepare for 2026

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – One organization is fighting hunger and creating several spaces for people to receive the resources they need to survive. Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland has announced food distributions throughout the Commonwealth for 2026. Food pantries and food distribution centers provide extra help to anyone in need. Ending hunger isn’t just accomplished by one organization. It also takes…

Hotel Inc. hosts memorial service to remember unhoused members of community

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Hotel Inc. held its annual community homeless memorial service to honor our neighbors who have died while experiencing homelessness in Warren County. Rebecca Troxell, director of operations at Hotel Inc., says, “It’s so important to acknowledge those who are currently experiencing homelessness and those who have passed away from homelessness, because it affects all of us….

Officials discuss backup dispatch center for David Whitson Training Center

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The David Whitson Training Center that serves the Bowling Green police department and the Bowling Green Fire Department is almost in full effect. The communications center, also known as dispatch, is also getting a space in the new training center. Jeff Meisel, the Bowling Green city manager, says, “When we were planning this building, we, we…

How Kentuckians are impacted by health insurance changes

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Medicaid members can now change their managed care organization at any time and are no longer limited to a specific open enrollment period. Lawmakers considered several bills last week related to Medicaid, but none of them passed. On Wednesday, four House members crossed the aisle and agreed to vote with Democrats to force a vote, but…