Author: Lydia Nathan

A new restaurant aims to offer community hub in Cave City

CAVE CITY, Ky. – A new local spot is cooking up something good. POURter’s Pub and Kitchen welcomed its second location to Cave City. The kitchen was first established in Frankfort. The restaurant name came from the family name, “Porter.” The owner’s father, son and himself all share the same middle name. The menu features classics and some entrees named…

25th annual solar car race is back in BG

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Electreck Formula Sun Grand Prix is back in action this year. The three-day competition features colleges and universities from across the United States, Canada and around the world. Each team designs, builds and generates solar powered vehicles. Teams will first go through an inspection process of their vehicle before heading to the track. Points are earned…

Local park to host free concert series

CAVE CITY, Ky. – The Mammoth Valley concert series is in full swing for the summer. Mammoth Valley Park is known for ziplines, chair lifts, alpine slides, and much more. This summer, they are adding even more excitement with a free concert series. Now through the end of August, the park will host live music featuring local artists. Guests can…

A new cat is in town: JJ the giant jaguar claws its way to Natcher Elementary School

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A new giant has taken over a local elementary school. JJ the Jaguar is a wooden statue located at Natcher Elementary. The idea was inspired by Danish artist, Thomas Dambo. Dambo created and built various pieces located at Berheim Forest and around the world. With the help of school staff, churches, and family members, JJ came…

A new, local studio provides space for artists

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A new local space is joining community and music here in Bowling Green. Angel Oak Music Group, located on Beech Bend Road, is a songwriting and recording studio. Its focus is to proved a creative outlet for local and traveling musicians. COO of Angel Oak, Spence Sheldon, says majority of other labels “throws a dart at…

Firework safety and rules you should know this Fourth of July

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – With the Fourth of July being just days away, it is important to remember firework safety this holiday weekend. Though everyone will be enjoying some good hot dogs and firework shows with their family this Friday, it is important to also remain safe when handling and disposing of fireworks. In 2024 alone, 14,700 people were hospitalized…

New policy on how teachers and students communicate

LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – On April 1st, Governor Andy Beshear signed a new law into order on how school staff and students can communicate. Senate Bill 181 requires each local board of education to have an exclusive form of communication. These may through certain programs, like Google and Parent Square. Utilizing these will provide a traceable communication system. Parents must…

Things to know about Alzheimer’s ahead of the Fourth of July

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – As the month of June wraps up and summer parties are in full swing, it’s important to check in on our older family members, especially on holidays like the Fourth of July. Over 7 million Americans that are 65 years older are living with Alzheimer’s, and by 2060, this number is projected to triple. Often times,…

Annual Stand for Children Day hosted at Bowling Green Ballpark

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Ball Park hosted parents, guardians, families and camps at the annual Stand for Children Day. Beginning in 1997, Stand for Children Day celebrates kids, service and community in Warren County. The 27th annual event highlights resources of the community. The mission is to help kids grow to be the leaders of tomorrow. Assistant…

New BGFD system to alert drivers of emergency vehicles

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Fire Department announced its new warning system for drivers. The department is using Safety Cloud by HAAS Alert. The software allows other drivers to receive automatic, real time alerts as first responders are approaching. The software is linked to certain navigation apps, like Google Maps and Apple Maps. It can also be activated…