BOWLING GREEN Ky.-When traveling around Bowling Green, it’s hard not to come across the mascot of Western Kentucky University, Big Red. Big Red has been dancing around since 1979. The mascot was originally designed by Ralph Carey, a graduate from WKU, and statues and artwork of the mascot can be found littered through campus and the community. WKU grad Leslie…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- This has been a school year students and staff across the country will never forget, a time when learning was done outside the school building due to Covid-19. “As this pandemic was worn on it seems the only consistent part of it is the inconsistencies,” said Metcalfe County School District Superintendent Dr. Benny Lile. As the state…
BOWLING GREEN Ky.-A long time goal of the Bowling Green Police Department was realized Monday as local law enforcement joined by city and county officials unveiled the new Bowling Green Law Enforcement Academy. Bowling Green Police Department Deputy Chief Penny Bowles said she was thrilled to see everyone come out to witness this moment. “It’s remarkable. The support that we…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Step into any local business nowadays and you might notice personal protective equipment is being sold. Places where most wouldn’t expect to find masks are now carrying them, even record stores. Mellow Matt’s Music and More in Bowling Green started carrying masks as soon as retail stores were able to re-open. Fittingly, the masks from Mellow…
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – Additional federal funding is coming to a local law enforcement agency to assist its officers in the fight against illegal drugs. The office of National Drug Control Policy just announced this year’s Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area designations. Logan and Simpson counties, which are served by the South-Central Kentucky Drug Task Force, have both received a…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Covid-19 has resulted in shuttered businesses both large and small, but business is booming for a new, local coffee shop. The Funky Bean on the U.S. 31-W Bypass at the location of the now razed Little Brown Jug, in Bowling Green opened Saturday. Owner Daniel Gonzalez said he’s been ready, even during this pandemic. “With everything that’s…
CAVE CITY, Ky.- Cave City, right off Interstate 65, is home to a plethora of local attractions. Some have just re-opened, like Crystal Onyx Cave and Dinosaur World, both of which have been open for three days as of Wednesday. Crystal Onyx Cave is a seasonal attraction running from March through October, meaning a large chunk of the season was…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- When it comes to children needing hearing treatments, Med Center Health in Bowling Green is offering a helping hand. Newborns at Med Center Health are given hearing screenings to detect any problems early on. Originally, newborns needing follow up treatments due to a hearing diagnosis would be sent to the Commission for Children with Special Health Care…
Lost River Cave is once again offering its underground boat tour. Only a limited number of people can go on the boats until further notice due to social distancing. The gift shop, also reopened. Chad Singer, an employee at lost river cave, said the downtime helped him and the staff prepare for everyone’s return. The nature explore park for children…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Fans of America’s sportscar, start your engines. The National Corvette Museum, a popular Bowling Green icon opening back up to the public Monday. Good news for long time visitor Wes McClintock, who’s visiting from Branson, Mo. “I love it. I hadn’t been here in about 12 years. I drive a truck for a living, and I…
