BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – On Monday afternoon, local businesses gather at the National Corvette Museum for a good cause. Local businesses would gather at the National Corvette Museum for a good cause – the Friends of Scouting Luncheon Fundraiser. The event supports local scouting programs, fostering leadership, community engagement and allowing youth that would otherwise be unable to afford to…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Med Center Health welcomed expecting families this afternoon for its 20th Annual Expectant Parents event, offering education, resources and support for the journey into parenthood. Whether it’s someone’s first child or they are looking for a refresher, the event provided attendees with valuable information about the hospital’s maternity services. Vendors from across the community were on…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Conversations around autism are growing nationwide as diagnosis rates continue to rise. According to the CDC, 1 in 31 children will be diagnosed with autism by their 8th birthday. In Bowling Green, the Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex has been supporting children with autism and their families for over 20 years. The center offers a variety…
ALLEN COUNTY, Ky. – In honor of Small Business Week, News 40 is highlighting one business in our area making a difference. One local eatery is choosing to give back to others. The Ninety and Nine Café was founded back in October of last year. What started out as a planned menu quickly turned into a reality. The Scottsville-based shop…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Some students may consider this person to be an overachiever, but he says its all about chasing the dream. Brett Phelps is an upcoming graduate at Western Kentucky. During his collegiate career, Phelps has definitely been busy– editor for WKU’s Talisman, member of the National Leaders Fellowship, a National Eagle Scout, and served on various committees….
METCALFE COUNTY, Ky. – Devoted teacher, Bryant Stockton, was recently named Educator of the Year for Metcalfe County. As a Western Kentucky University alumnus, Stockton began his teaching career at Metcalfe County High School in 1998. He serves as one of the English teachers, and he is married to fellow English teacher, Jo Karen Morris. They have four children together….
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A new online form of bullying has emerged. It’s called sextortion. According to the FBI, sextortion is communication through a website or social media that leads to blackmail of explicit pictures. The crime starts in one of two ways: 1. contact the victim through an intentional threat, 2. try to form a relationship with the victim…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – April is known as Sexual Assault Prevention Month. Western Kentucky University hosted various events throughout April to raise awareness. Tuesday afternoon’s theme was ‘rage & relax’ presented by the WKU Housing and Campus Recreation. Students were able to let out stress with activities before finals week– from ax throwing, games, to a petting booth for furry…
LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – Ever wanted to meet your favorite author? Well, now you can. Russellville Independent Schools is partnering with Logan County Public Library to host award-winning authors. Tonight’s panel featured Caren Agra Deedy and Linda Sue Park. The night began with a short introduction and a mediated author conversation, where authors talked about their writing journeys. Audience members…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – As days get longer and warmer, water safety is important for summer activities. The World Health Organization reported around 300,000 annual water related deaths worldwide. The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife is partnering with counties across the Commonwealth as part of the Life Jacket Loaner Station Program. Simpson County Emergency Management supplied life jackets to stations for…
