Author: Lexi Schweinert

Afghan couple is first to resettle in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- “Today is a wonderful day, a great day, a beautiful day. I’m so excited to receive this first family and many families that are coming,” said Albert Mbanfu, executive director of the International Center of Kentucky.  The first two refugees have arrived in Bowling Green. Mbanfu can’t contain his excitement. The executive director held a sign with…

One on one with Sen. Paul- debt and new FDA proposal

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Big news in Washington… Democrats and Republicans reached an agreement this morning to raise the debt limit. The deal saves the country from financial default, which would have impacted every American citizen.  But Kentucky Senator Rand Paul doesn’t think the deal is a good idea. LEXI: “Do you agree with this or why not?” PAUL: “I think…

EXCLUSIVE: First Afghan refugees arrive in Bowling Green Thursday

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The first refugees from Afghanistan made their way to their new home in Bowling Green Thursday afternoon. The couple, who’s last name is Noristani, landed in the Nashville airport at 4:36 p.m. They were then escorted to their new apartment in Bowling Green. Albert Mbanfu, executive director of the International Center of Kentucky, says between now and…

Gabby Petito case brings domestic abuse awareness

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- 22-year-old Gabby Petito was missing for weeks before her body was found. Her boyfriend, 23-year-old Brian Laundrie is now a suspect in the case.  Authorities now think that Petito was domestically abused by Laundrie.  “Even if you feel like in your gut there’s something going on, don’t be shocked if they say that there isn’t. Even if…