LOUISVILLE, Ky. – A surgeon with Norton Leatherman Spine Center is making history with next-generation technology. Dr. Jeffrey L. Gum became the first person in the world to perform spine surgery using a robotic-assisted platform known as the ‘Medtronic Stealth Axis Surgical System.’ Experts say the system is designed to provide greater precision and accuracy than previous technology. “Overall, the…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky – Western Kentucky University partnered with the American Red Cross to host its annual blood drive at the Preston Center this week. Organizers say it is the largest blood drive in both Kentucky and Tennessee. The three-day event began Tuesday and is expected to collect between 1,200 and 1,400 units of blood. Each unit of blood can…
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Norton Children’s Hospital discussed the lasting impact of psychological child abuse. Doctors say child abuse isn’t always physical but can also be mental. Experts say psychological maltreatment is a non-accidental behavior by a care giver over time that can make a child feel unloved or worthless. The long term effects of mental abuse can cause anxiety, depression…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – On Monday, the Family Enrichment Center hosted its third annual Fore Our Kids golf scramble. The fundraiser aims to raise $30,000 to support the center’s early childhood program called “Parents as Teachers.” Organizers say more than 100 golfers took part in the event. The tournament also featured mini games on the course, giving participants a chance…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Old Kentucky Throwdown Barista Tournament brought together 33 competitors from across the South. Participants came from states including Alabama, Tennessee and Missouri to compete in the latte art competition. Each contestant created their best latte art, with matchups judged by three judges across five categories: symmetry, color distribution, creativity, execution and presentation. The winner received…
GLASGOW, Ky. – The Barren County High School JROTC program announced on Friday that it has earned the highest distinction possible during its National Inspection. On Mar. 18, during the Junior Program Accreditation the cadet were given the designation of Honor Unit with Distinction after earning a score of 99.3. JPA inspections are meant to evaluate the overall effectiveness of…
FRANKLIN, Ky. – A factory in Franklin has been recognized after one of its products was selected for NASA’s Artemis II mission to the moon. Vybond, a Franklin-based company that specializes in industrial tape, recently learned its product was featured in coverage of the Artemis II mission. The company says it is proud NASA chose its tape because of its…
A state of the district meeting was held tonight in District 6 at the Old Alvaton High School. The meeting has been hosted for the past seven years by Sheriff Brett Hightower and District 6 Magistrate Ron Cummings. Officials say the event gives residents a chance to hear what the local government is working on and to ask questions directly….
GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow City Council met for the first time this month, honoring a member of the police department. Walgreens corporate major crimes unit presented Detective Allen Ward with an award for his role in a large-scale investigation. Officials say Ward helped identify and apprehend a suspect linked to an organized retail crime ring that stole more than…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Norton Children’s Heart Institute worked with Daviess County High School, Burns Middle School and Meadow Lands Elementary School in March to designate them as Heart Safe Schools through Project Adam. Project Adam, which stands for automated defibrillator in Adam’s memory, was created in honor of 17-year-old Adam Lemel, who died from sudden cardiac arrest while…
