Author: Carlyle Coppins

SNAP outreach event in Glasgow to help spread resource awareness

BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – If you’re looking for help putting food on the table, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program can provide relief. There will be a SNAP outreach event in Glasgow on April 14 at 10 a.m. Eighty-one percent of SNAP recipients are kids, seniors or people with disabilities. Locally, Feeding America Kentucky’s Heartland uses donations and volunteers to support…

Local volunteerism comes full circle at Curbside Ministries

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Jeanbosco Tuyisenge, known as Bosco, works as a banker at Fifth Third Bank by day, but his heart is rooted in serving others. In his free time, he gives back in many ways, especially through Curbside Ministries—a program that once supported him as a child and helped change the direction of his life. Jeanbosco Tuyisenge says,…

How high prices are impacting local farmers

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Prices for tools, seed, soil and so much more have climbed throughout the country, and for many local farmers like Robert Grant, this affects their pockets. Robert Grant, the owner of Grant’s Farm and Produce, says, “I mean, it’s not hard work, but it’s not easy work. But now it’s just, it’s been to get a…

13th annual Tuck Entertainment Easter Egg Hunt brings joy

FRANKLIN, Ky. – Hundreds of children and families gathered in Franklin, Kentucky for the 13th annual Easter Egg Hunt by Tuck Entertainment at Lincoln Park. Kids flooded the park and enjoyed the free family event. There were prize giveaways, free haircuts and so much more. However, the main goal was to share the reason for the season, and that’s their…

Local woman stands strong for child abuse victims and families

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – During Child Abuse Prevention Month, it’s essential to raise awareness and inform the community about the resources available to them. Many people don’t consider the negative impact of abuse, addiction, or neglect, but Wanda Johnson understands the effects. As a nonprofit founder who’s supported her daughter by becoming the primary caretaker for her grandchildren, she is…

‘Jonesville: When Sunflowers Fall’ explains the history of an African American Community

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Residents and descendants are sharing the story of Jonesville and the impact this historic event had on the community. “Jonesville: When Sunflowers Fall” explores the realities and costs of urban renewal. Jonesville was taken in the 1960s, but the land was purchased by… in the late 1800s, before Western Kentucky State Normal School was established. David…

Community highlight: Toys for Tots Youth Ambassador

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – There’s a Toys for Tots Youth Ambassador from Taylor County making a massive difference in his community and for surrounding counties. Trentin Harris is a volunteer firefighter and volunteers for Toys for Tots, among many other programs and organizations. He’s been able to donate hundreds of books and stuffed animals, but he doesn’t do it alone….

BRASS seeking Easter dinner donations

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – If you’re looking for a way to give back to those in need, look no further. The Barren River Area Safe Space is looking for your help. The organization is preparing two meals for families that have experienced domestic violence. There will be one for Good Friday and one for Easter Sunday. The ultimate goal is…

Experts raise awareness of child abuse in Kentucky

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Dozens gathered for Community Action’s Stronger Together program. The annual meeting creates a space for conversations that protect families and for people who work with children across the region to understand the detrimental effects of abuse. Nancy Weaver, professor of Public Health and CEO of Support Over Silence, says, “So rates of child abuse and neglect…