Author: Meghann Stamps

Batmobile coming to BG! NCM to exhibit Corvette legend’s creations

'Custom CARisma: The Legendary Creations of Carl Casper'

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Car fans and superhero fans alike will be happy to learn the iconic Batmobile is coming to Bowling Green!  The National Corvette Museum just announced that Corvette legend Carl Casper’s creations, including the Batman Returns’ Batmobile, will be a part of the 2023 lineup. Beginning March 10th, you can come check out the NCM’s exhibit, Custom…

Tis the season of giving is over… & come Springtime, homeless shelters feel the impact

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green’s Leachman Buick GMC is wrapping up its Holidays for the Homeless winter clothes drive for the third year in a row.  These 300+ community clothes donations will once again help supply local nonprofits and churches. Leachman Buick GMC General Manager Tyler Jaggers says they host these donations yearly, because, “You’ve got children. You’ve got adults….

BG pediatrician ‘kids flu numbers declining’ despite fear

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Despite Kentucky matching a record number of pediatric flu deaths this season, one local pediatrician says there’s not much cause for alarm, especially if you’ve had your flu shot. Mid-December, the state tied its record for the highest number of child influenza deaths. So far this season, at least six children across the state have died…

Meet your extensive gubernatorial candidates

Filing deadline now closed

SOUTH CENTRAL, Ky. – It’s a crowded field of republican nominees for governor. Eleven names will be on the Republican ballot this May. Many names you will recognize and some you may not.  Glasgow native Kelly Craft is one of two women vying for her party’s nomination in the May primary. Her name may sound familiar as she’s graced the…

Skate the rink before it’s gone!

SoKY Ice Rink wrapping up 6th Year

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Hard to believe we’re already a week into 2023! And with kids back in school, that means some of our winter activities are wrapping up. News 40 reporter Meghann Stamps was live earlier in our 6:00 p.m. show at the ice rink. Looks like a lot of people came out to enjoy the night, and if…

Leave the critters be in 2023! ‘Fawn-napping’ & raccoon raising harm wildlife

SOUTHCENTRAL Ky, – Everyone loves a good Samaritan, but when it comes to helping wildlife, sometimes lending a hand does more harm than good. Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary says they see cases of ‘fawn-napping’ every year. “We call it ‘fawn napping’,” said Chrissy Nichols with the sanctuary. “And it’s just people that think that they’re helping the fawn. They believe that…

Happy ‘Roo’ Year! Come meet baby kangas with me!

Adventure Zoo welcomes record baby joeys in 2023

HORSE CAVE, Ky. – Attention animal lovers! Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo has broken its record for the most baby kangaroos born in a single season. Despite still being in the nursing stage, these little ones are already quite active. Horse Cave/Hart County Tourism Director Sandra Wilson said, “It’s just like having a field full of little kids running around….

Horse Cave mural highlights town’s history

Every letter has a story!

HORSE CAVE, Ky. – Downtown Horse Cave became a little more beautiful near the end of 2022, thanks to one local artist, and his dedication to detail. Native Jesse Sims wanted to create a mural that celebrates the rich history and culture of the town. Each of the nine letters in Horse Cave’ depicts the small town’s history.  Jesse relied…

Determined to keep your 2023 resolutions? … Past just January?

Experts outline achievement: resolutions to reality

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Do you have lofty New Year’s Resolutions once again… but this year, you’re determined to keep your momentum rolling past just January? Two local mental health specialists say setting a goal is a great start, but it’s not enough. Licensed mental health therapist Hillary Bacon advises you to meditate on your ‘Why?’. Be intentional behind your…

Stop flushing your cash down the drain!

Gallons of undetected water waste add up

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to save your money in 2023? Bowling Green Municipal Utilities says you’re likely flushing your cash down the drain without even knowing it.  First off, check your toilet flapper. A leaky flapper, which controls how much water from the toilet tank goes into the bowl, can waste gallons of…