Author: Lexi Schweinert

Locals respond to new CDC mask guidance

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that fully vaccinated people can stop wearing masks in outdoor crowds and in most indoor settings.  President Biden took to Twitter and said “if you are fully vaccinated, you no longer need to wear a mask. Get vaccinated or wear a mask until you do.” The CDC…

Sen. Rand Paul talks Liz Cheney, Dr. Fauci, infrastructure bill

LEXI: “Do you think Liz Cheney should have been ousted from her position as GOP Conference Chair, yes or no?” SEN. PAUL: “I think Liz Cheney was doing a poor job and I’m glad she’s no longer in leadership. I think her continual criticism of President Trump was dwelling on the past and unhelpful for the party.”  LEXI: “Now, let’s…

Officials urge public against hoarding gas

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Following up on a story from yesterday, gas is not running out. But some local residents are filling up their gas tanks to be cautious.  The Colonial Pipeline, which delivers fuel to the East Coast was shut down due to a cyber attack. The United States Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm, has said there is no serious…

101-year-old woman inspires younger generations

TOMPKINSVILLE, Ky.- How many people do you know over the age of 100? And how many people do you know over the age of 100 who can play the guitar? Meet Iris Bartley. She’s 101 years old, turning 102 this December. Iris lives by herself, ever since her husband passed away in 1992. She’s completely independent and still inspiring the…

Woman donates Corvette to training program in honor of late husband

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A couple picked up their new Corvette from Bowling Green in 2003. Nearly 20 years later, the wife donated that same Corvette that they purchased together, in honor of her husband, who passed away.  Betsy Slauson, originally from California, traveled to Bowling Green to donate the Corvette to the TSEF Driver Training Program at the NCM MotorSports…