Author: Carlyle Coppins

Concerned Citizens of Logan County supports families during the holidays

LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – For the past eight years, Concerned Citizens of Logan County has created a space for parents to come and get free toys and clothes for their kids. Dorris Vick, the director of Concerned Citizens of Logan County, says, “We’re living in some hard times. The families they can’t feed. I mean, they’re having trouble with food,…

Kwanzaa celebration to be held at Eleventh Street Baptist Church

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Many holidays are celebrated around this time of year, and a group of people is coming together to share its traditions and knowledge at its annual event. For 24 years, the Bowling Green Community Kwanzaa Committee has helped the community share the culture and educate people on the history of Kwanzaa and each day’s meaning. Chasity…

PennyRoyal Market supports local farmers and businesses

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- After a year of renovations, PennyRoyal Market officially opened its doors back in February. Over the past few months, it has been able to support more than 100 farmers and small businesses, and this all started with one Kentucky native. Owner Laura Gilbert says, “I’ve always been in small businesses. And so, I watched my grandparents, and…

Hotel Inc. memorial service for the unhoused population

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Often, the unhoused population is overlooked, but one organization is changing that narrative. Hotel Inc. is holding a memorial service to honor people who have passed away because of homelessness. This is not just for those who have passed away. It can also remove some of the financial pressure and stress from the loved ones connected…

Holiday pageant gives residents a chance to shine

BARREN COUNTY, Ky.- Barren County Nursing and Rehab in Glasgow hosted a Christmas Magic Pageant for people of all ages and abilities, drawing participants from across Kentucky. “Gentlemen and ladies from all over Kentucky participated,” Terri Teague, the facility’s marketing director, said. “We even have queens who have won titles across the state, many of whom will be competing. We…

Three distilleries open doors in Cave City

CAVE CITY, KY.- The ribbon was cut for three distilleries in Cave City: Dueling Grounds Distillery, Cave City Distillery, and MB Roland Distillery. Dozens of visitors came out to the new location, where they got a taste of Kentucky bourbon, moonshine, and more. The distilleries are also offering tastings designed to attract tourists to the area. “We’re entering our 10th…

Teen Angel provides update on program

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- It’s been 15 years of Teen Angel, and this year, they raised more than $60,000. This year, Community Education partnered with the community to raise funds, and Crocker Law Firm doubled the donations to help teens in the community celebrate Christmas without feeling overlooked. Joshua Smith, interim director and Teen Angel coordinator, says, “To still be in…

Four generations of WKU graduates, family members discuss legacy

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Western Kentucky University holds a lot of history, and for one family, it holds four generations that date back to the late 1800s. Kathy Ford, a 1980 and 1990 WKU graduate, says, “My grandmother was born in 1898. Had told us that she had attended the normal school in Bowling Green, which was the predecessor to Western…

$16 million in revenue bonds to support senior housing in Glasgow

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The City of Glasgow is progressing in more ways than one and a private developer that’s been developing properties for seniors in Bardstown is getting in on the action. Little T LLC purchased land in Glasgow almost two years ago, and now they can use up to $16 million in revenue bonds. Mayor Henry Royse tells…

Barren County Contractor’s Association is officially up and running

BARREN COUNTY, Ky. — The Barren County Contractors Association is officially up and running, giving residents a local hub to connect with dozens of contractors without leaving the county. Organizers say the group is helping provide labor and services the community previously had to look outside the county to find, but the organization didn’t start out this way. Jamie Bewley,…