Author: Meghann Stamps

5-course Valentine’s Day awaits at NCM’s Stingray Grill

National Corvette Museum dining open to Public, Feb 11th & 14th

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Love is in the air at the National Corvette Museum’s Stingray Grill. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a five-course dinner, paired with the perfect wine and ending with a sweet treat of chocolate-covered strawberries. For the first time, tickets are open to the public, allowing everyone to enjoy a delicious meal at the Stingray Grill, no museum…

Proposed bill to require school board officials display political affiliations on ballots

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Earlier this week Bowling Green Independent School Board welcomed their newest member tonight to fill the district’s open position. However, this appointment could mark a turning point in Kentucky elections as a bill proposed in the 2023 legislative session could require all future board members to have their political affiliations listed on the ballot. Kentucky’s proposed…

Beshear proclaims Feb KY Heart Month

American Heart Association & survivors join together for declaration

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Governor Beshear joined forces with a team of heart health champions Thursday in a major heart health event for Kentucky. Joined by doctors, heart condition survivors, and leaders from the American Heart Association, Beshear signed a proclamation declaring February as Heart Month in Kentucky. There was also a live demonstration of CPR. The American Heart Association wants…

Glasgow High School student passes; school district provides mental health resources

GLASGOW, Ky. – A heartbreaking story continues to unfold at Glasgow High School, where a student who suffered a medical emergency on January 20th has now passed away.  In response to this loss, the Glasgow Independent School District has taken immediate steps to support the students, faculty, and parents who have been affected. Mental health counselors and therapy dogs have…

Is ‘tornado alley’ migrating toward Southeast?

Meteorologist talks what this means for SOKY

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The continued rise of tornado outbreaks in recent years has meteorologists seriously considering a shift in severe weather patterns. Just in the last week tornadoes have devastated parts of the Southeast including Georgia, Alabama, and most recently, Huston, Texas. WKU Meteorologist & Meteorology Professor Josh Durkee says, “One of the big misconceptions is that the worst…

BG Reptile and Exotics Show this Saturday

Sloan Convention Cente

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Are you a fan of reptiles, amphibians, and other exotic animals?  Then you won’t want to miss the family friendly Bowling Green Ky Reptile and Exotics Show, happening this Saturday at the Sloan Convention Center. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., you’ll have the opportunity to get up close with these fascinating creatures and learn about…

Historic RailPark kicks-off 2023 campaign

Light Up the Depot

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – 30 years ago, community members saved the historic L&N Depot from demolition.  To celebrate, original benefactors and new friends of the Historic RailPark gathered for the museum’s campaign kick-off, Light Up the Depot. The RailPark shared their recent accomplishment as well as their upcoming passion projects in 2023. Some of these projects include restoring the original…

Local tax preparer: 2022 tax changes negatively impact middle class

2022 tax filers beware: govt drops many covid relief tax benefits

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – This tax season, filers are feeling the heat as some tax credits, deductions, and eligibility requirements, return to pre-pandemic levels. Genesis Tax & Beyond Office Manager/Tax Preparer Beatrice Moore says some of her clients are already feeling the sting of the newly reduced child tax credit or child and dependent care tax credit. “There’s a dramatic…

Coyote mating season begins: Fido beware

Jan & Feb coyotes more territorial & deadly

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Barren River Animal Welfare Association is warning pet owners that we are entering into peak coyote breeding season.  Dog owners, this means coyotes pose a larger threat than normal to your furry friends throughout January and February. Kentucky Fish & Wildlife says coyote attacks are an issue statewide.  KY Fish & Wildlife Furbearer Biologist Laura Palmer…

Music LEGEND composes for BGHS Orchestra

student debut Chris Carmichael’s newest composition

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green High School orchestra’s annual Fall concert was a performance like no other, thanks in part to mentor and BGHS alumni Chris Carmichael. “When I went here, back in the late 70s, graduated in 1980 there was no string program,” recounted Carmichael. “I didn’t have that opportunity, so I couldn’t be more proud of what…