Author: Hayden Ballinger

New Study finds caffeine can benefit brain health

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Good news for coffee lovers, as a new study shows caffeine may help lower the risk of dementia. Norton Health Care says that the study is still not definitive, but there are signs that show that people who drink 2 to 3 cups of caffeinated coffee a day have an 18% lower risk of dementia compared to…

Caverna wins District 18 Championship

HORSE CAVE, Ky. – On Saturday, history was on the line in Horse Cave as the Caverna Colonels boys’ basketball team were eyeing to win the school’s first District 18 Championship since 2016. While their opponents, the LaRue County Hawks were eyeing to get win number nine in 10 years. Coming out of halftime, the game was tied at 20…

Natcher Elementary hosts Black History Month Fraternity Showcase

BOWLING GREEN, Ky – Natcher Elementary School celebrated Black History Month today with a high-energy Black fraternity and sorority showcase. The school’s gym was packed with preschool through sixth-grade students, as members of Western Kentucky University’s Black Greek organizations took the floor. Organizers of the event said the purpose was to provide the students access to a culture that they…

Kentucky State Police Youth Academy Program applications now being accepted

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Kentucky State Police are now accepting applications for this year’s Youth Academy program. The program is meant to give kids interested in going into law enforcement a first-hand look at the leadership skills, physical fitness, and knowledge of the law required to be an officer. This is the third year that the Kentucky State Police has…

Jailer Stephen Harmon holds re-election campaign kick-off

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. –  An event was held Thursday night to kick off Jailer Stephen Harmon’s re-election campaign. Harmon has been the Warren County Jailer since 2017 and has a 26-year career in law enforcement within Warren County. The kick-off was held on State Street and saw several elected officials, along with many community members, in attendance to support Harmon…

St. Teresa Thrift Store gearing up for 40 Days of Giving Lenten Challenge

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – St. Teresa thrift store in Bowling Green is kicking off its 40 Days of Lenten Giving Challenge next week. This is the second year the clothing and furniture store has held the event. The challenge runs Feb. 18th through April 4th, encouraging donations to support elderly residents and low-income families in Warren County. Event managers say…

Barren Inc. kicks off new year; sets priorities at annual meeting in Glasgow

GLASGOW, Ky. – Barren Inc. held its annual meeting at the Cave Area Conference Center, marking the start of a new year for the organization. Leaders highlighted accomplishments from the past year and shared plans and priorities for 2026 while attendees enjoyed live music, food and a cocktail hour. The meeting also included the installation of incoming President, Cheyanne Fant,…