Author: Lexi Schweinert

Warm the hearts and feet of seniors: 6,400+ pairs of socks collected!

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Warm the hearts and feet of seniors…  “This particular part of our society is often overlooked. And yet they’re one of the reasons why our society is the way that it is,” said volunteer Heather Bitterling.  …that’s the motto behind Christian Family Radio’s Socks for Seniors drive.  “We’ve had people with tears in their eyes, just I can’t…

Light the Path illuminates tornado path for 17 minutes in honor of lost lives

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-On Sunday, you are invited to participate in a community light vigil which will illuminate the path of the 2021 December tornadoes.  This Saturday and Sunday, December 10 and 11 marks one year since deadly tornadoes ripped through our community.  Everyone is encouraged to gather together and shine lights towards the sky at 6:11 p.m.  This timing is…

Local boy can finally skate with older brother thanks to adaptive sleds

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-For the first time ever, 11-year-old Jonah Bemiss is finally able to skate with his older brother.  “It’s fun being on the ice,” said Jonah.  This is thanks to Parks and Rec’s adaptive sleds.  “It’s good to finally have him on the ice with me since he supported me for 12 years,” said Jonah’s older brother Elijah Bemiss. …

Afghanistan refugee reflects on tornado near 1 year anniversary

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-One of the most vulnerable populations of our community was hit the hardest during the 2021 tornadoes.  “Something like a tornado never crossed their minds. And all they thought of was I’m coming to this place where I’m 100% guaranteed that I’m fine and I need not fear anything,” said International Center of Kentucky Executive Director Albert Mbanfu. …

Parade rescheduled, Sheriff explains threat made to protestors over ham radio

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Bowling Green officials and authorities are still working through an unprecedented turn of events that postponed the Bowling Green Jaycees Christmas parade and other festive happenings Saturday. The good news…the parade will go on. “The events will be held this Saturday the 10th, we will follow the same exact schedule we would have followed last week,” said parade…

Prevent holiday theft – KSP shares tips

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Kentucky State Police has a few tips for you to prevent holiday theft this month.  If you’re expecting items to be delivered to your home, make sure you’re there to grab them or have a friend or family member get them for you. Never let a package sit out overnight. You can also use a video doorbell to…

Therapy dog ‘Professor Chip’ visits WKU students during finals

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-What better way to take the stress away during finals than spending time with a puppy? “Even the ones who were heading out the door for a statistics exam said,” Can I pet the dog?’ and then ‘this will make a difference’,” said WKU Dean of College of Education and Behavioral Sciences Corinne Murphy.  Meet Chip, a one-year-old…

Former Hilltopper QB giving back to athletes and underprivileged kids

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-A former Hilltopper is working to inspire the next generation of athletes.  Courtney Dalcourt was a quarterback at Western Kentucky University. After a career-ending injury, he stayed with the team, working with them from the sidelines.  Now, as an adult, he does that with his profession every day. Professionally he trains and consults with middle school and high…