Author: Carlyle Coppins

What to wear in extreme winter weather

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- Some people say “There’s no bad weather, only bad clothing!”. With these cold temperatures, one way to stay warm is by dressing in layers. Whether you want to go outside to enjoy the snow or if you have to go outside for work, dressing in layers can help you stay warm during this extremely low winter weather….

Avoiding Q.R. code scams

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- There’s a new scam happening that city officials want you to be aware of involving parking lots. Traditional park and pay stations have evolved. With new technology contactless pay options have been popular for many parking lots that use QR codes. Telia Butler, the development coordinator in downtown BGKY shares that now people are scamming with stickers…

Tips to thaw your pipes

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- If your pipes have already frozen there are some things you can do right now to help them thaw out. With extremely low temperatures, pipes freezing is becoming more of an issue. Experts tell us to be careful if you are planning to blow dry your frozen pipes. Whether you have copper or lead pipes, blow drying…

Winter weather driving safety tips

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Navigating the winter snow is not easy, especially for people heading back to work in this wild winter weather. This winter weather may impact the way you drive. When you have places to go, remaining cautious may not be your first thought, but taking your time should be a top priority. Kentucky State Police trooper Katan Parker…

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Celebration

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Many people gathered and continued to remember the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during a Memorial Breakfast and a Memorial March.  The theme of the day was “It Starts with Me.” This celebration was created by the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Planning Committee, and many volunteers were excited to honor the man who paved the…

Community Action of Southern Kentucky MLK Day of Service food drive

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- Community Action of Southern Kentucky is leaping into action, by partnering with Passport by Molina Healthcare to carry out the legacy and the dream of Doctor King. The volunteers wanted to find a way to add to the community by working to build a better community through service. The program director, Americorps Seniors RSVP Program, Lindsey Chaffin…

Nana Gaga and the Eight Grands art exibit at SKYPAC

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- For the entire month of January, SKYPAC’s Children’s Gallery features some of Kim Soule also known as Nana Gaga, and her eight grandchildren’s amazing artwork. “Nana Gaga and the eight grands” are taking something that started as fun, and now they are motivating and inspiring so many people to step outside the box and create beyond what…

MLK A Night with the King: Hidden Voices of the Dream

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The national MLK holiday is almost here, and many members of the Bowling Green community kicked off the celebration Thursday night. At State Street Baptist Church, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. planning committee came together with city officials and many members of the community to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and remember all of the…

Miss Kentucky Mallory Hudson to compete in Miss America

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Miss Kentucky Mallory Hudson is competing for the Miss America title this Sunday. Several groups in Bowling Green are supporting the Miss America hopeful by hosting watch parties. Hudson and her family have shown a great amount of support to many businesses and nonprofits throughout the years. One nonprofit, Down Syndrome of South Central Kentucky, is going…

Blood Assurance low blood supply due to recent storms and holidays

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- With everyone traveling during this busy season, it can be easy to ignore the critical time we are in when it comes to donating blood. Donating blood is one of the easiest ways to save a life and become someone’s hero, and experts say, “The need for blood is on the rise but the amount of people…