Author: Karenna Chaudoin

Warren RECC supervisor shares experience of responding to outages

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Local power companies, like BGMU and Warren RECC, shared more information about outages they restored this past week. Most of the outages seen this week were caused by high winds and fallen trees. Crews ask that you be patient when the power does go out as they work to restore it. Supervisor at Warren RECC, Eric…

KSP Awareness Initiative for Human Trafficking Awareness Month

BOWLIN GREEN, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police is teaming up with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance to make people aware of human trafficking and educate them on the signs of the crime. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and KSP is using this month to refresh awareness about what you can do to recognize if it is taking place….

Combat your holiday debt with a spending plan

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The holidays can be mentally and financially draining and may leave you needing a plan to pay off holiday debt. It can be easy to lose track of what you are spending when you are mindlessly swiping a credit card. Experts say spending money you haven’t earned yet can be dangerous. It is important to first evaluate…

Warren RECC is preparing for any upcoming winter weather

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- With upcoming concerns for a winter weather mix, Warren RECC says they are prepared for any outages that may happen. Preparation for any storm is an ongoing effort. Warren RECC tells us maintenance takes place all year long. Vehicles are made ready, equipment is constantly tested and warehouses are stocked. In the case there is a power…

The Warming Tree is providing to the homeless in cold temperatures

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The River Walk at Mitch McConnell Park in Bowling Green is home to The Warming Tree, a warm gift that awaits the less fortunate in our community. Serving those in need is a team effort, especially behind the scenes. People in the community are coming together to provide for those who need it most. Founder of…

Locally created app for pregnant, postpartum women has launched

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A new app to change health outcomes for mothers and newborns has just launched. BumptUp Labs is a new app that helps pregnant and postpartum women become and stay active with tailored workouts, social support, and yoga classes, as well as weight, calorie and symptom tracking. Western Kentucky University associate professor of exercise science, mom of four,…

Geminids meteor shower viewing at Mammoth Cave

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Mammoth Cave National Park is hosting their last celestial event of the year. This night sky event is to see the Geminids Meteor Shower, which will showcase almost 50 meteors an hour. The park after dark is a great place to view the meteor shower because viewing is best from a dark area. Mammoth Cave is an…