Author: Carlyle Coppins

Glory Baby Ministry opens new location

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- In life grief comes, and for many people who lose their unborn children, it does not get any easier. With the support from the community, Glory Baby Ministry has expanded to a new location. The ministry went from serving six losses in 2017 to serving more than 500 people this year. The nonprofit provides for grieving families…

Local berry farms see successful season

WARREN COUNTY, KY.- Berry farms all over Warren County are in full swing. From blackberries to blueberries all kinds of berries are being picked by people. This not only gives people a healthier option, it also builds trust between the farmers and the consumers. Kim Essig, the owner of Bluegrass Berry Farm tells us why people appreciate berry farms. She…

Blood Assurance encourages donations ahead of World Blood Donor Day

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- World Blood Donation Day is coming up, and being proactive instead of reactive could save a life. Health experts describe this season as the deadliest days of summer, and the need for blood is on the rise every single day. News 40 spoke with staff at Blood Assurance and learned that the need for blood is real,…

City-wide storm debris pick-up ongoing

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Bowling Green public works operators and technicians are going all over Bowling Green, gathering any natural debris that was left over from the recent storm to give people the chance to safely dispose of the debris. Titus Smith with the City of Bowling Green Public Works tells us that the chaos from the storm not only impacted…

Duncan’s Duck Paddle Race and Regatta gathers community

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Ducks are always a part of Duncan Hines Days, and this year is no exception at the second annual Duncan’s Duck Paddle Race and Regatta. Duck paddlers and their families gathered, competing to be the fastest paddlers. From solo kayaks to tandem kayaks and canoes, men, women, children and even dogs paddled from Romanza Johnson Park…

Eats and Beats Music Fest returns for 2024

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – People from all over south-central Kentucky filled Circus Square Park for the annual Eats and Beats Music Fest. Thousands of people flooded the park for the beats you could feel and the food you couldn’t resist eating. The festival also gave people the chance to hear Bowling Green native and Grammy award-winner Sam Bush. Bringing the…

Vintage Car Show held for Duncan Hines Days

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Down at the square, cars lined up for a week-long festival to celebrate history. Ducks, along with vintage cars and trucks, are the perfect way to celebrate Duncan Hines Days. Many volunteers and event organizers tell us that this bringing history to the community is just a small part of what it’s all about. Cruisin’ for a…

CPR training during National CPR and AED Awareness Week

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – CPR and AED Week wrapping up, being able to save a life remains important. The American Red Cross offers training to ensure that anyone is prepared to proceed with confidence if they encounter a person in need of CPR. We spoke with Red Cross representatives and learned that getting CPR certified is not limited to any…

Kids on the Block producing a new nonprofit directory

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Nonprofits can often get overlooked, especially when it comes to community engagement and resources, but all of that is changing. Kids on the Block is building a directory of non-profits not only to benefit kids on the block, but also to impact the community because the staff believes that non-profits make a massive difference in the community….

Feeding America Kentucky’s heartland fighting food insecurity

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Nearly 55,000 children are facing food insecurity in our region. The alarming rate that the numbers got one organization motivated to do more. Feeding America Kentucky’s heartland, and 250 partners covering south-central Kentucky. They are creating opportunities and providing peace of mind for the people and places that need it most. Charles Dennis, the executive director, of…