Author: Josh Shortt

Warren County sirens being checked after malfunction

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- Emergency officials are trying to figure out why outdoor emergency alert sirens did not go off during Friday’s tornado warning in Warren County. According to a Friday night tweet from Warren County Emergency Management, the department was made aware that the community outdoor warning sirens, or COWS, did not activate. Warren County director of emergency management, Ronnie…

Summer reading gets Kentucky kids ready for the future

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- Summer can be seen as a prime time to get kids ready for preschool. The Bob Kirby branch of the Warren County Public library did just that Friday. A preschool story time session was held, where the kids also had some fun with words. According to the Kentucky Department of Education, four key skills that predict future…

Local transportation officials seek to put the brakes on distracted driving

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- Distracted driving, where one single second could mean life or death. At the Bowling Green Motorsports park, a distracted driving seminar was held Friday to provide visuals on how devastating distracted driving is. The Public Information Officer of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3, Wes Watt, says distracted driving poses a threat to those in his line…

Classic cars crowd Sloan Convention center

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- Bowling Green is holding  a fun event for those who are fans of classic cars. At the Sloan Convention Center, the North American Midget, Magna, and Magnette is being held, featuring 25 cars came from the United States and Canada. Models of MG’s are also on display. The organization was created over 30 years ago to provide…

Kentucky farmers are struggling due to high amounts of rain

Morgantown Ky.- The rain can be pleasant for plants getting nutrients, but too much can cause problems for farmers and those selling fresh produce. Heavy rain can drown crops, cause root rot, and make farming difficult. Richard Grant from Grant’s Farm Produce says the rain has really been affecting his work. “I’m at mother nature’s mercy when it comes to…

Volunteers celebrate kids at Stand for Children Day

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- Over 50 Bowling Green vendors and countless children crowded into Bowling Green Ballpark for the 22nd annual Stand for Children Day. There was a lot of build up to this event, and the rainy day didn’t stop the turnout from being overwhelming. “The Stand for Children Day is a big thing for our community, and it’s always…

Public recognizes Stand for Children Day

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- Tuesday marks the 22nd annual Stand for Children Day in Warren County, and a ribbon cutting was held Monday to prepare for Tuesday’s festivities. On Stand for Children Day multiple Bowling Green organizations come together for one day to raise awareness about the needs of children in the area. For the ribbon cutting at Bowling Green Ballpark,…

District grows to accommodate increasing student population

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- A growing student population means more room is needed within the Warren County Public Schools, and a new Cumberland Trace Elementary will help address that need. “Each new school brings a great opportunity for the kids, and a great new learning environment for the students. That’s what we’re always looking forward to bringing the best to our…

Historic aircraft makes its way to South Central Kentucky; rides available

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- A piece of history flew into the Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport Friday. The aircraft is the historic DC-3, also known as Flagship Detroit. This weekend, locals are being given the opportunity to take a ride in the aircraft. During the ride, anyone can take a view of south-central Kentucky from the cockpit of the aircraft. “It’s…