Author: Josh Shortt

Caveland Marketing Association hosts tourism career fair

CAVE CITY Ky.- At the Cave City Convention Center Wednesday, the Caveland Marketing Association held a tourism career fair to drum up much-needed employees for the upcoming peak tourist season in this area. Seasonal hiring took a hit at Mammoth Cave National Park during the recent government shutdown because that time period fell within the same time frame that the…

Panda Express and Chick-Fil-A to open more Bowling Green locations

BOWLING GREEN Ky. – Two fast food staples are opening new restaurants in Bowling Green. In place of what was originally the restaurant known as Toots, Panda Express is currently under construction. Panda Express is a chain restaurant serving up American Chinese food. In addition, Bowling Green’s second Chick-fil-A location is being built where an Econo Lodge once stood. Current…

Bowling Green Civil Air Patrol introduces drones

BOWLING GREEN Ky. – At an open house Monday night in Bowling Green, adult Civil Air Patrol members introduced a new aerospace program and announced drone usage in the Civil Air Patrol. Cadets in the program showed off their drone flying skills during Monday night’s program. Adult Unit Commander Nicholas Greenman said this program is a great way to teach…

Senator Rand Paul honors veteran with posthumous medal presentation

BOWLING GREEN Ky. – U.S. Sen. Rand Paul honored a deceased World War II veteran Monday by replacing long lost medals and presenting them to his surviving the family members. Private First-Class Isaac Taylor’s daughter Major Syberia Taylor and other relatives including Chief Warrant Officer IV James Johnson, Ina Taylor and Natasha Swanigan accepted the medals. Paul shared his thoughts…

Update: Woman airlifted to hospital after crash in Warren County identified

UPDATE: The driver of the SUV has been identified as, Meleaha T. Duncan, 36, of Russellville. She’s currently listed in critical condition. — BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A woman was airlifted to the hospital after a car crash Monday morning on Russellville Road in Warren County. Kentucky State Police were called to the scene just after 8:00 a.m. at the intersection of…

SOKY used book sale comes to Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- With Read Across America Day taking place Saturday, you might be looking for some new books to explore. At the Bob Kirby Branch of the Warren County Public Library, the SOKY Used Book Fest kicked off Friday. The event features thousands of books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records for all to enjoy for $1 or less. Bob…

Read Across America kicks off early in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- The annual Read Across America Day got off to an early start Thursday in Bowling Green. Read Across America Day always takes place on March 2nd, Dr. Seuss’s birthday, a day in which 45 million Americans are expected to pick up a book and read, but Thursday at the Foundry in Bowling Green, volunteer from Trace Die…

Bowling Green holds 4th annual Academy for New Americans

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- At the Neighborhood and Community Services Department in Bowling Green, people from all of backgrounds came together Thursday for the annual Academy for New Americans. Participants are learning about leadership, and city government. 30 applicants were selected for the program, representing 16 different countries, and speaking 15 different languages. International communities’ liaison, Leyda Becker, says the academy…

Warren County Sheriff’s Office hoping to purchase Narcan kits

BOWLING GREEN Ky.- In the world of law enforcement, officers and victims are often exposed to dangerous substances. A medicine called Narcan, or Naloxone, is a powerful drug that can treat those who are experiencing an overdose. This nasal spray like medication is sometimes administered to people before medical help arrives. With its powerful effect, it’s no surprise that the…