BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Over 40,000 children have been reached across the entire state of Kentucky by one organization right here in Warren County. Kentucky Kids on the Block, Inc. is taking child-size puppets to spread awareness about child abuse prevention, fire safety and many more conversations that aren’t normally talked about during school or at home. This learning experience is…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Thanks to a lot of help from members of the community, the Boys and Girls Club is bringing Christmas joy to Bowling Green. For 35 years, Boys and Girls Club has hosted the annual club Christmas party. The kids filled out a wish list, and with help from several donations, Christmas came a little early. CEO Liz…
BOWLING GREEN, KY.- It’s the season of giving, and many children don’t always get gifts. For thousands of children that’s all about to change, thanks to Toys for Tots Marine Corps Reserve and News 40 volunteers. Toys are flooding into our local North Pole. The Toys for Tots coordinator, Janel Doyle shares why this is important and what this means…
BOWLING GREEN, KY.- The holidays are supposed to be the season of joy, but with constant storms and tornadoes, this time of year can be difficult for anyone. The effects of traumatic weather experiences can be long-lasting, and create unhealthy symptoms like anxiety. With recent and past tornadoes, many people have every right to feel uneasy. Storms may even impact…
SIMPSON COUNTY, KY.- It’s the season of giving, and a local law enforcement office is making a difference in the lives of kids across Simpson County. Simpson County Sheriff’s Office is fundraising for its annual Shop With a Cop Event. The Sheriff’s office has already begun fundraising with their no-shave November fundraiser and several donations from the community because they…
SIMPSON COUNTY, KY.- Over the last few days, the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office has been receiving reports of mailboxes being destroyed. Someone has been throwing large rocks at mailboxes causing an inconvenience and committing a crime by destroying property. If mailboxes are damaged enough this can cause an accident if they fall off into the street and can impact cars…
BOWLING GREEN, KY.- The education system is expanding in so many ways. Warren County Public Schools and Western Kentucky University are coming together, and allowing future teachers to become leaders in the public school system. 37 scholarship recipients are going to be elevating schools, staff, and the community in a financially responsible way. Thanks to Western Kentucky University, one future…
GLASGOW, Ky.- The Glasgow Police Department and River Lake Church joined together to bring blessings to the Glasgow community. The volunteers recognize that times aren’t easy, and the financial burdens become heavier during the holidays. Officers pulled people over, but instead of giving them a ticket, the church gave drivers $100. Amy Reece, a volunteer from River Lake Church, describes…
GLASGOW, Ky.- When it rains, flooding is a major problem at Barren River Animal Welfare Association, because the nonprofit is built on a flood zone. The constant flooding has been happening for years and is the cause for constructing a new system. Construction workers will begin constructing a berm system around the animal shelter, building a bowl-shaped berm to keep…
GLASGOW, Ky.- If you’re looking for something fun to do while on winter break, look no further than a unique opportunity in Barren County. After three years of trying, an ice skating rink is coming to Glasgow. River Lake Church and Glasgow Parks and Recreation are bringing three nights of free ice skating. Along with ice skating, there will also…
