BOWLING GREEN Ky.-Every year, January 9 is known as National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. It’s a day where the community is encouraged to drop off goods to their local law enforcement officials. Sweets like donuts and candy were delivered, but law enforcement officials say there’s something even sweeter about this role. “We all do this to help people. We don’t…
GLASGOW Ky.-Glasgow High School is in the process of building a new football facility. This 3.5-million-dollar project will include a new weight room, locker room, and new bleachers, all of which will be right outside of the high school. A groundbreaking was held in November. Glasgow Independent School District Director of Pupil Personnel and Facilities Coordinator Chad Muhlenkamp said he…
GLASGOW Ky.-D.J. Dillon and Olivia Crowe from Barren County High School, along with Zach Shearer from Metcalfe County High School have combined their talent, passion, and skills in the Barren County Skills program to create an app called Thrive After Birth to help women struggling with postpartum depression. The app was recently included in the final 100 in the national…
EDMONTON/BROWNSVILLE, MORGANTOWN Ky.-Metcalfe County, Edmonson County, and now Butler County. Purely by coincidence, the Superintendents of all three districts have announced their retirements after a combined total of over 80 years in education. “I have to say, it’s bittersweet. The decision was a tough one, but I just want the best for our school system,” said Butler County School District…
RUSSELLVILLE Ky.-The Logan County School District welcomed a new school resource officer to Logan County High School. Charlie Swiney was named the new school resource officer for Logan County High School on January 6. School resource officers are responsible for safety in schools, as well as providing guidance and direction to students. Swiney used to be a school resource officer…
EDMONTON, Ky.-To kick off 2020, Metcalfe County High School has unveiled a program called the Hornet Enterprises. The goal is to start a T-shirt print and graphic design business which will be student led. A business called Main Street Apparel was looking for a buyer, and the district bought the operation, which will become the Metcalfe County High School T-shirt…
BOWLING GREEN Ky.-Staff at Western Kentucky University is mourning the loss of a longtime staff member. Professor and Provost Emerita Barbara Burch died early Sunday morning at Tristar regional green view hospital. She was 81 years old. Burch previously served as the faculty representative on the university’s board of regents. Burch began working at WKU as the vice president…
BOWLING GREEN Ky.-Some old cars valued at $1,000 or less will be hitting the track during some weekends in Bowling Green. An event called King of the Heap takes place at the National Corvette Museum’s Motorsports Park. For the past 4 years, it’s been held on the first weekend of every month, December through March. In addition to track time,…
CAVE CITY Ky.-Cave City is home to attractions like Onyx Cave, Mammoth Cave, and Dinosaur World. Recently, a golf simulator business called The Golf Place was added to the mix. When golfers swing, the golf balls are tracked electronically based on how hard they’re hit. It’s meant to be a way for golfers to stay seasoned rain or shine. It…
FRANKLIN Ky.-The Simpson County Historical Society is expanding. The Historical Society, which is housed in the old jail in Franklin, is home to many historic exhibits. The Historical Society recently expanded its operation across the street, which provides more space for exhibits and artifacts. Exhibits include the first televisions, classic record players, Simpson County School District items from years past,…
