Author: Lydia Nathan

Hart County to host first Children’s Business Fair this Saturday

HART COUNTY, Ky. – Hart County will be hosting its first Children’s Business Fair this Saturday. Twenty six young entrepreneurs will be operating over 20 booths. Businesses include everything from hand-made jewelry and sweets to fishing gear and pet rocks. Participants in the Children’s Business Fair said, “So I will be selling birdhouses, car charms, wood bee catchers and a…

Med Center Health discusses how to avoid microplastics

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – It’s something all around that you may not know you are eating. Microplastics are small tiny fragments that are less than 5 millimeters in diameters. They can be found in almost anything, from seafood and  snack packaging to even skincare. Experts say making a simple switch can help avoid health risks. They recommend trading plastic containers…

Local store prepares for Derby

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The first Saturday in May is right around the corner. One local boutique is helping those gear up for all things Derby. Prim & Brim is one of Bowling Green’s staple shops, and the company has helped several people get ready for the big day. Owner, Kathleen Overton, says it’s “all about the hats.” The trends…

What to know about measles cases

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – As measles continues to spread throughout our nation, it is important to stay up-to-date. Over 700 measles cases have been confirmed across 25 states, including Tennessee, Indiana and Kentucky. This highly contagious virus can appear within seven to 14 days after contact with the sickness. Experts say that common symptoms of measles include high fever, cough,…

Scottsville declares April as ‘Child Abuse Prevention Month’

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – This afternoon, the City of Scottsville officially declared April as ‘Child Abuse Prevention Month.’ According the the National Children’s Alliance, over 500,00 kids experience abuse within the United States. Nearly 1 billion experience sexual violence globally. Allen County law enforcement, community leaders, and child advocacy members gathered to show their support for the cause. A proclamation was…

Moss Middle School names new principal

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Tuesday afternoon, Warren County Public Schools welcomed in new leadership. School staff and WCPS council members gathered to celebrate the new principal of Henry F. Moss Middle School. Mr. Monte Cassidy was announced as the next principal of the school. As a Warren Central graduate himself, he has over 20 years of experience. He started his…

Courageous International Award recipient at Western Kentucky

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – On Tuesday, Western Kentucky University honored one of Mexico’s leading journalists with the Fleischaker-Greene Courageous International Reporting Award. Students and faculty of Western Kentucky Univeristy’s media and communication program welcomed world-renowned journalist and author, Anabel Hernandez. With over 25 years of experience, Hernandez has investigated Mexican issues, such as major drug cartels and government leaders. Hernandez…

Emergency responders train at the Bowling Green Regional Airport

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – On Monday, first responders in our area experienced an annual aviation training at the Bowling Green Regional Airport. The is is one of the three days included in the safety training. Local fire departments, police, and EMS were in attendance. The group reviewed protocols and procedures adopted by the Federal Aviation Administration before putting their knowledge…

Bowling Green city officials provide flooding update

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Leaders from Warren County and Bowing Green met Friday to discuss the recent flooding. Record breaking flooding hit our area and the surrounding counties within the last week. Almost 200 structures experienced damage. This resulted in over $6 million being reported. There are still four main city streets that are blocked off. Officials urge residents not…