Author: Meghann Stamps

Telehealth prescription limits loom as in-person visits become required for Rx

New prescription rules: in-person visits required for highly addictive drugs

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The government may overhaul the way millions of Americans get some prescriptions to fight the growing opioid epidemic. The Drug Enforcement Administration plans to reinstate once longstanding federal requirements for powerful drugs that were waived once COVID-19 hit. After three years of relying on telehealth doctor’s appointments over the pandemic, the Biden administration recently moved to…

The A.B.C.D.s of car seat sleep safety: protecting your baby on the go

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Car seats are wonderful tools to keep your babies safe in a collision, but when your little one falls asleep, those car seats can pose some serious risks. That’s why the Barren River Area District Health Department is giving parents this simple A. B. C. D.s of car seat sleep safety. A: Alone. Make sure your…

Moms: what’s local baby formula availability now?

Some say specialty baby formulas tough to attain

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Kentucky moms, you’ll remember all too well when about a year ago, baby formula seemed like it was nowhere to be found. The pandemic combined with notorious formula brand Similac’s temporary shut down was a tough double whammy. What does local formula accessibility look like now? BG Internal Medicine Pediatrician Dr. Kelly Kries said, “Now, when…

See the legendary Batmobile and more: NCM’s Carl Casper exhibit opens to public

Custom CARisma: The Legendary Creations of Carl Casper

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Attention DC fans! The moment you’ve been waiting for has arrived! The legendary Batmobile from Batman Returns is now on display in Bowling Green at the National Corvette Museum. This new exhibit features the iconic creations of the brilliant Kentucky native car designer Carl Casper, and it opens to the public today. Casper’s top cars, including…

Protect your property: BBB advises property owners to watch out for storm-chasing scammers

Beware high-pressure sales tactics in the wake of Friday's winds

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – If you’re cleaning up your property after Friday’s strong winds, The Better Business Bureau warns you to be on the lookout for storm-chasing scammers. The BBB says that after almost every type of major weather event, out-of-town storm chasers prey on victims who begin repairing property damage. The bureau advises you get at least four quotes…

From shoot or no shoot to de-escalation focused: WCSO deputies get cutting-edge training

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Over the next month, Warren County Sheriff’s deputies will undergo tough virtual training simulations, each better preparing the deputies to serve our community. Each virtual scenario will mimic real-life situations that law enforcement could likely face in Warren County. With no preparation beforehand, the officers must assess the high-pressure scene and decide the best course of…

From the ashes: Rian’s Fatted Calf rises again after tornado

Join the celebration: Rian's Fatted Calf reopens after 16 months of hard work

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – It’s an amazing comeback story for one beloved Bowling Green family business that never stopped persevering for the sake of its community.  Almost 16 months after the deadly December 2021 tornado destroyed their Meat Shoppe, Rian’s Fatted Calf is opening up its doors.  Right now, the family is busy preparing deliveries and stocking their shelves, wrapping…

Big clean-up follows widespread Glasgow storm damage

Residents: dumpsters at parks available for debris

GLASGOW, Ky. – Barren County and the City of Glasgow have formally declared a state of emergency due to damage from severe weather. Glasgow Parks & Recreation Director Eddie Furlong said, “I’ve been with the city for like 21 plus years, and from what I’ve seen, this is the most widespread that we’ve had as far as wind damage and…

A victory for refugees: International Center of Kentucky’s groundbreaking expansion

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – It’s a day of jubilation in Bowling Green, as city and county leaders join our refugee population to celebrate the long-awaited new addition to the International Center of Kentucky. The center celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony today, which will enable it to provide essential digital literacy training for refugees.  With this expansion, refugees will gain valuable skills…

Breaking barriers: SKY Soccer Club launches free after-school outreach program

Club seeks community sponsors to expand free youth outreach program

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – SKY Soccer Club is proud to roll out the red carpet for its all-new outreach program, Get On The Bus! 66 Warren Elementary fifth and sixth-grade students kids will get to be a part of this free afterschool program Often, pay-to-play models and transportation prohibit many kids from getting to join youth sports. This model eliminates…