BARREN CO., Ky.-Barren County Schools are giving back to Letcher County classrooms in a unique way. “What we have in our parking lot would be a great gain for them at this time,” said Barren County Schools Director of Transportation Joey Bunch. Letcher County was hit by the deadly flooding in eastern Kentucky. They not only lost homes and buildings,…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Parents, get your cameras ready… “This is the first day,” said T.C. Cherry preschool student Leo. It’s the first day of school, ever, for the new preschool students at T.C. Cherry Elementary! “I like school. My teacher is Ms. Judy, Ms. Andy and Ms. Dana,” said Leo. The class doubled in size this year thanks to two grants…
BARREN CO. Ky.-Dozens of animals have new homes thanks to BRAWA’s Clear the Shelters! Adoptions were half off at the Barren River Animal Welfare Association on Friday and Saturday to encourage people to come out and find their furever friend. 20 dogs, 11 cats, and three guinea pigs were adopted…staff considers the event a success. If you missed it this…
EDMONSON, Ky.-54-year-old Robin Gipson is fighting for her life. “If I don’t have the treatment, it’s just gonna get worse. I don’t have the energy I had before,” said Gipson. She has cancer in her spleen and a bone marrow failure disorder called Myelodysplastic Syndrome. She was told by doctors that her best chance at life is through a blood…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Western Kentucky University is making it a little easier for students to be prepared for the first day of class this year. Introducing the new Big Red Backpack. Students can sign up to have all the books they need for every class put together by the bookstore. They then pick everything up, all at once. It not only…
BARREN CO., Ky.-If you’ve ever thought about adopting a pet, this weekend is your time to do it! “We’re ready, we’re gung ho. We want to see this shelter empty,” said General Shelter Manager Connie Greer. Barren River Animal Welfare Association, also known as BRAWA, is holding their annual Clear The Shelters event. Adoptions are 50% off. “It’s extremely enticing…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Operation Pride is a finalist for the Beautify the Bluegrass award by Kentucky Living! Operation Pride, or the Beautify I-65 project, is transforming five interstate-65 interchanges to raise awareness in the community, attract visitors and boost economic development. The project includes planting trees and flowers, installing black wood fencing plus gateway exits with attractive signage and colorful flags. …
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-Nearly a year ago, thousands of people in Afghanistan escaped the violent takeover of the Taliban. Many cities across the nation, including Bowling Green, welcomed Afghan refugees into safety. “I’m happy, yes, I’m really happy. The things that U.S. offers, it’s phenomenal,” said an Afghan refugee. This refugee, who can’t show his face due to family still living…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-If you see firefighters at the old Pizza Hut on Scottsville Road this week, have no fear…it’s just a drill! The Bowling Green Fire Department is using the structure for training before it’s torn down. Today until Friday, all units will practice responding to a fire inside, putting it out, and rescuing victims. It’s a great drill for…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-It’s a big day for the new kids on Western Kentucky University’s campus. Freshmen are moving into their dorms! M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan started today for all of the fresh faces. It stands for Making Academic and Social Transitions Educationally Rewarding. Since 1993, the program has helped undergraduate students transition smoothly to their new life as a Hilltopper. The M.A.S.T.E.R….
