BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Earlier this morning, Western Kentucky University dedicated Munday Hall in honor of the first black undergraduate student. Margaret E. Munday enrolled at WKU in 1956. She was also the first African American to graduate from WKU, graduating with a degree in music in 1960 A Munday Hall scholarship and the first two recipients were also announced at the…
ALLEN CO., Ky.-For the month of November, all adoption fees for dogs and cats are covered at the Allen County Animal Shelter. Alpha Pet Boarding stepped up in a big way and announced they will sponsor all adoptions. Owner Jason Hanley said every year, 670,000 dogs alone are euthanized, a lot of them due to overpopulation. That’s 2,000 dogs a…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Med Center Health is using a unique approach to treat depression in patients. It’s a non-invasive treatment called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or TMS. TMS uses a magnet on the patient’s head to draw out and increase a neurotransmitter release in the ‘mood center’. It’s located in the left prefrontal cortex. The magnet is similar to an MRI, but…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-A man who grew up in Bowling Green with adoptive parents is on a mission to find his biological mom. “She was a young woman who gave me up for adoption and I just didn’t know if there was any regret that she might have had,” said Scott Bradley. And his mission will be broadcasted on national television. …
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Could this be the last year we ‘fall back’ and leave Daylight Saving Time? If a proposed federal law called the Sunshine Protection Act passes, it could be. “The Sunshine Protection Act would essentially switch the United States to Daylight Saving Time all year round. So rather than doing our clock change every year we would stay in…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Crocker Law Firm is getting kids excited for Rockin’ Trick or Treat this Thursday! Just a couple hours ago, staff handed out candy bags to students at Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary to get kids in the Halloween spirit! The 6th annual Rockin’ Trick or Treat kicks off at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the BG Ballpark. The event is open and…
BARREN CO., Ky.- A Barren County Elementary School teacher has received statewide recognition. Tina Sharp, a ‘STREAM’ teacher at North Jackson Elementary, has been selected by the Kentucky Department of Education for the Kentucky Innovative Learning Network’s Innovative Teacher Cohort. She is one of 11 teachers chosen to participate. The opportunity will guide the teachers through professional learning, teacher leadership…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-There’s a new way to workout at the Loops at Lovers Lane! Bowling Green Parks and Rec has recently installed an outdoor fitness center with equipment that uses only a person’s body weight- no machines. It’s actually part of a national fitness campaign. There are over 200 in the United States. There will be a free app users…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-It’s almost Homecoming on the Hill! Western Kentucky University’s Homecoming is this Saturday. WKU is celebrating the whimsical, family-friendly “Nightmare on Normal Street” theme throughout the week. Later this week, there is a chili and cheese luncheon, a dedication for Munday Hall, the 2022 Homecoming parade and many more events. It’s a great way for both current students…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-A full-time college student at WKU and only 21 years old, Princess Reed has received statewide recognition for the mental health work that she does. She was given the WellCare Health Champion Award that recognizes individuals who play a pivotal role in removing barriers, improving outcomes and supporting community well-being. On top of school work and other community…
