BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – It’s no secret that technology is a huge part of today’s society. However, screen time can affect productivity. Last year, CBS News found that 72% of high school teachers view cell phones as a major distraction, which may be why many public schools prohibit personal device usage all together. This is also similar to work places….
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The winter weather has impacted community outreach programs, including blood donations. The heavy snowfall has force multiple blood donation centers to close. Officials say their main focus is to provide help to flood victims in the Commonwealth, but there has been a challenge with the recent snow. During last month’s winter storm, officials say there were…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Now that the snow is here, some are experiencing repercussions of the winter storm. The B.G. Neighbors Organization established around a year ago. They focus on philanthropic causes here in Bowling Green. The organization is partnering with local businesses to help those in need amid the winter weather. The Capitol Theatre, Salvation Army and Wellness Connection…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Kentucky teams up with other state troopers from five different states for a weekend of traffic safety blitz. Starting February 14th, through Sunday, February 16th, the Kentucky State Police is teaming up with state police officers from Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia for the 6-State Project. Officials are hopeful that this movement will reduce…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green and Western Kentucky University community is mourning the loss of one of their own. Dr. Pitt Derryberry was recently diagnosed with cancer. He served as the co-department head and professor in WKU’s psychology division. Other than being a teacher, Derryberry was an author, father, husband, and mentor to many. He is described as…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – As Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, some are experiencing extra anxiety. Love Day is filled with cards, chocolate, balloons, and can be a big ‘to do.’ Last year, NBC reported that Americans spent around $14.2 billion for the occasion. Experts say the pressure to plan and splurge on their significant other can affect mental health. Likewise,…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Children with pediatric diseases and their families at St. Jude’s Research Hospital never pay a dime. That’s because of fundraisers like the one held on Tuesday. Midnight on The Hill, an organization on Western Kentucky University’s campus that raises money for St. Jude, hosted a ‘Love is Blind’ event. Similar to the reality dating show, bachelors…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The rise in drugs in youth is opening up the conversation among parents and teachers. Monday, the Bowling Green High School parents and guardians attended a drug awareness forum put on by Parrott Consulting. The presentation began with a film entitled ‘Dead on Arrival’, which discussed families of overdose victims. Attendees also learned about the exposure…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green staple is now implementing a new, youthful twist. Stuarto’s Olive Oil Company is known for its variety of olive oil flavors and balsamic dressings. The business also offers four-course meal cooking classes. However, on Feb. 1, the company announced it changed ownership. Nineteen-year-old Spencer Smith is now the proud C.E.O. of what now…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Uber is one of the most popular forms of transportation when having a night on the town or traveling to the airport. However, it is important to be safe when getting into these vehicles. According to Uber’s United Safety Report, the company received 141 incident of rape and 998 sexual assault incidents from 2019 to 2020….
