Author: Krista Garrison

Marchers show their support for the Post Office

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Mail in voting and the post office’s uncertain future are two major concerns for people around the nation. The United States Post Office has been making news all over the country over the past few weeks. From USPS delays to mail in ballot concerns, the operations and financial status of the organization have been under scrutiny…

Woman hospitalized after a shooting in Allen County

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – One woman is hospitalized following a shooting Monday night in Allen County. According to a press release, Dustie Burton, 38, of Scottsville, suffered a single gunshot wound to her upper body. The shooting stems from an ongoing domestic issue at the residence involving family of Dustie and her husband, John Paul Burton, according to police. Burton was…

No laws against partying during a pandemic in Kentucky

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – In a college town, you might be wondering how college parties will impact the COVID-19 numbers. Officials at the Western Kentucky University Police Department are encouraging students to maintain social distancing and wear masks when gathering. But, when it comes to making arrests or breaking up get-togethers, social distancing, group sizes and masks are all guidelines…

Family of man shot by police speaks out, man accused of attempted murder of a police officer

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Kentucky State Police are investigating a Sunday morning police-involved shooting in Bowling Green. Jospeh D. Compton, 37, of Rockfield, was shot in the shoulder and was later charged with attempted murder of a police officer, according to his arrest citation. A Bowling Green Police Department officer responded Sunday morning to the 500 block of West 10th…

Barren County Schools introduces temperature screening technology for schools

GLASGOW, Ky. – One local school district, starting in person classes in just a few weeks, is introducing a new tool to help screen students upon entering the building. Barren County Schools purchased a high tech, no contact, temperature taking machine that students will use when entering their bigger schools. Students, faculty, and staff will put their wrists next to…

BGIS, BCS, and WCPS announcing in person school will begin August 24th

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Local schools  announced plans about school reopening, most of which are ignoring the governor’s suggestions to postpone in person classes until next month. Warren County is a hot spot for coronavirus, according to Governor Andy Beshear. Warren County Schools Superintendent Rob Clayton recommended today for in person classes to begin Aug. 24 with a hybrid schedule….

Driving course for new drivers coming to Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A driving course for students learning to operate a vehicle is coming to Warren County. In partnership with the NCM Motorsports Park, the Traffic Safety Education Foundation is opening a low-speed practice area for new drivers with their parent, guardian or driver ed teacher to utilize at their convenience. The practice area will provide a safe…

Substitute teachers needed now more than ever

GLASGOW, Ky. – With school getting ready to start some people wonder if classes will be interrupted by sick teachers. School may or may not be starting in person sometime soon, but schools must prepare for everything. That includes finding an ample number of substitute teachers for each district. Obtaining enough substitute teachers is a struggle in a normal year….

Community remembers Larry Walker

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A local business owner, well known in the community was laid to rest Thursday in Bowling Green. Larry Walker, the owner of Walker Towing and Recovering, died Monday. Thursday morning, a drive through parade was held in his honor and featured first responders and old cars, which was a passion of Walker’s. Walker had contracted COVID-19….

Congressman Brett Guthrie visits the National Corvette Museum, talks about national issues

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Congressman Brett Guthrie took a tour through the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green today. The reason for his visit was to support and encourage local tourism. Guthrie says the Corvette Museum is updated and changed frequently which is why he has enjoyed each tour he has taken. Guthrie also answered questions about national issues such…