Author: Carlyle Coppins

Cardiologist discusses awareness during American Heart Month

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – February is American Heart Month. According to health experts, there’s a significant gap in how many people know heart health risks that don’t have obvious symptoms. Your heart is the strongest muscle in your body, and it pumps more than 100,000 times a day. A lot of the diseases that many people know about can be…

Warren County neighbors lend a hand in winter weather

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Slick roads and steep hills do not mix. Laura Gilbert, a local Kentuckian, found this out the hard way when her car did a 360 down her neighborhood street. Laura Gilbert, a Warren County resident, says, “Well, I was just completely out of control. So, you know, it’s one of those things that you’re just like,…

Summer and Spring Camp registration at CCK is open

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – Most kids go to camp every summer, but kids with disabilities don’t always have the same opportunities. Every year, the Center for Courageous Kids makes it happen for kids with different abilities and illnesses to experience camp, whether they get to fish, have a campfire or simply make friends. The spring and summer camp is tailored to…

Andy Barr stops in Simpson County for meet and greet

FRANKLIN, Ky. – Dozens of local leaders gathered at Millhouse Café in Franklin for Andy Barr’s meet and greet. As he runs to fulfill the soon-to-be vacant seat left behind by Sen. Mitch McConnell, he’s making several stops across south-central Kentucky. Barr says, ” Franklin, Kentucky is growing. It is a very important county on the border with Tennessee. Simpson…

Norton Children’s Hospital discusses outdoor winter safety

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- What all started with snow has officially turned to ice in most areas, and many people want to get out and enjoy activities like sledding, snowball fights, or getting some fresh air. But health experts say it’s important to remain cautious while you enjoy any activity that’s outside. “Sledding on ice is a little more dangerous,” Jenna…

News 40 travels with Warren County sheriff to survey road conditions

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The big story this week is the winter weather happening across the U.S., whether it’s snow, ice or freezing temperatures; all of this can lead to dangerous conditions, especially on the roads. Warren County sheriff Brett Hightower says, “It’s definitely treacherous. Yeah. And if it’s snow embankments, people sliding off the road, and you get stuck…

Warren County Sheriff’s gives out rides during winter weather

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- With winter weather approaching fast, it’s crucial that folks stay prepared. For those who may be stranded, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office will be monitoring the roads and getting people out of the cold. Although the officers are out, they are encouraging everyone else to stay in. “We’ve got predictions that we might have some bad road…

Lily’s Ranch and Rescue in Auburn seeks donations for upgrades

AUBURN, Ky. – An Auburn-based rescue that’s been around for a few years now is looking for contractors or anyone interested in helping a few animals in need. Lily’s Ranch and Rescue, a pillar in the Auburn community for wild and farm animals, is asking for support. The barn where it houses new additions and the ones that need more…

Annual Bowling Green city meeting discusses strategic goal planning

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A conversation is a difference made, and the annual discussion among leaders in Bowling Green has added to the success of the city. The City of Bowling Green held its special work session for strategic goal planning at the Bowling Green Ballpark. Bowling Green Parks and Recreation, Public Works, Bowling Green Police and the Bowling Green…