Author: Krista Garrison

Class of 2020 reacts to schools closing, missing events

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – COVID-19 has ripped away many of the memory-making events for high school and college seniors. High school seniors could be missing out on proms and special senior breakfasts while student-athletes involved in spring sports may not see another day of competition. “At first, it was really sad to think about the chance of not getting to…

Rich Pond Elementary teachers form a parade to visit students

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – During the pandemic, students and teachers were separated last minute. Many children and teachers are missing each other after nearly two weeks of non-traditional instruction days. So today, teachers from Rich Pond Elementary School in Bowling Green drove around the district in painted vehicles with signs just to see their students. In order to maintain social…

Chaney’s Dairy Barn’s profits take a hit during the COVID-19 closures

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Today is National Agriculture Day and local farmers are seeing some changes in their businesses due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Chaney’s Dairy Barn in Warren County is facing harder times than many other farms after having to close down tours and their dining room. Chaney’s playground is also closed for now, but their walk-up window is…

Staying healthy and active at home

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – People across the country have found themselves unable to spend time at the parks and gym due to closures, but your health should still be a priority. There are many ways to stay healthy at home. One tip, before you go and grab a snack out of the cupboard or refrigerator, ask yourself if you are…

Police investigate shooting on Clearview Avenue

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green police are investigating a shooting at 301 Clearview Ave. One man was shot Sunday night and has been taken to an area hospital, BGPD spokesman Officer Ronnie Ward said. Advanced crime scene processors and detectives are on the scene. This is a developing story. WNKY40 will update this story as more information is released….

Feed the Need helps bring relief during uncertainty of COVID-19

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – With so many locals not able to go into work because of the COVID-19, the needs of the community are skyrocketing. But, Friday, volunteers came together to try and provide some relief. The United Way of Southern Kentucky teamed up with the Salvation Army in Bowling Green and dozens of companies to host Feed the Need…

Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce helps local small businesses during COVID-19

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve rapidly, the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce is looking into helping local small businesses through this time of uncertainty. The chamber is highly encouraging the community to continue to support small businesses in the area. The chamber created a Facebook group Thursday called “SCK Business Community” and started…

Daughter visits her mother through the window of a senior living facility

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – During a time of closures and social distancing, many families are visiting their loved ones via video chat, phone calls, text messaging and through windows. Rita and Andee Rudloff are a mother and daughter doing just that. “Right now my head is spinning on the days. I couldn’t believe it’s already Wednesday. I have not been…

Hair salons shut down during COVID-19 pandemic

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – As of Wednesday, a number of different businesses throughout the state were mandated to close, including gyms, daycares, theaters and even hair salons. Studio1 in Bowling Green is a business where stylists rent a booth to use the facility. Christin Mulwitz, a master stylist, says the business isn’t making its stylists pay for booth rental during…