Author: Gus Warren

City of Bowling Green holds second annual Downtown Duck Drop

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Members of the community gathered at the Fringe on Eighth Avenue as the second annual Downtown Duck Drop was held Monday afternoon. The simple yet silly event returned for the second year in a row and allowed those who participated to purchase a rubber duck for $10 and have the potential to win numerous prizes to many…

“Light Up Cave City” kicks off the holiday season in Barren County

CAVE CITY, Ky.- The Holiday season in Cave City kicked off Friday night as the community gathered for the annual “Light Up Cave City” event. Residents gathered for a night of carriage rides, Christmas lights, hot chocolate, chili, and the chance to meet Santa Claus as the holiday season approaches. The Mayor was even in attendance as he lit the…

Glasgow Police Department releases body camera footage from Nov. 15 arrest

WARNING: The following video contains material that may be considered disturbing to some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised. BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – On Thursday, the Glasgow Police Department held a press conference to reveal body camera footage from the Nov. 15 arrest of Cody Vibbert. The department decided to reveal the footage after videos emerged on social media showing moments…

Warren County Clerk’s Office distributes new ‘Beautify The Bluegrass’ license plates

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – On Wednesday, the Warren County Clerk’s Office distributed the new “Beautify The Bluegrass” license plates which were designed by local students at Western Kentucky University. These new, locally designed license plates are available for purchase at the clerk’s office for $25, with $10 of each purchase going to Operation PRIDE to help with their Beautifi-65 project,…

Operation PRIDE holds flag raising at Warren Elementary

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- On Friday, Operation Pride held another flag raising ceremony at Warren Elementary as part of its Beautifi-65 Project. The nonprofit organization raised a new 30- by 60-foot American Flag along the expressway at the elementary school, hoping to catch the eye of drivers and encourage more people to visit Bowling Green. Veterans in attendance were recognized for…

Barren County first responders hold ‘Code Hunger’ food drive

BARREN COUNTY, Ky.- Barren-Metcalfe EMS and other local first responders held the “Code Hunger” food drive on Wednesday. The local EMS, Fire and Police departments set up at Food Lion and South Gate Houchens to collect canned food, non-perishables, baby food and formula to donate to those in the community in need as the holiday season approaches. The idea of…

Western Kentucky University holds annual Hope on The Hill event

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. –  Western Kentucky University held its annual Hope on The Hill event on the Downing Student Union lawn Wednesday afternoon. Numerous campus and local organizations, including Texas Roadhouse and the Bowling Green Police Department, were there to show students the resources that are available to them. Along with these organizations, students could enjoy relaxing activities like bracelet-making,…

BRADD kicks off its annual donation drive for the holiday season

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-  This month, the Barren River Area Development District, also known as BRADD, is holding its annual donation drive. Community members from all 10 counties BRADD serves can donate items such as puzzle books, toiletries, blankets, slip-resistant socks and more to older members members of these communities. The drive is done each year to help those in each…

Western Kentucky University student veterans holds inaugural Fall Festival

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The Western Kentucky University Student Veterans Alliance held its inaugural fall festival Friday. Members of the SVA, veterans, and other community members, along with some local organizations, gathered for a night of games, food, silent auctions, live music, face painting, and much more. The entire event was student-led, and SVA hopes not only to invite more local…