Author: Micah Henson

SoKY’s Choice: A final encore for Marc Owens as community gathers in his honor

BOWLING GREEN, Ky (WNKY) – The Capitol in Bowling Green filled with music and memories Saturday night as friends, family and musicians gathered for ‘A Concert for Marc’, a benefit honoring the life and legacy of Marc Owens, a longtime fixture in Bowling Green’s music scene. Owens, a drummer, sound engineer and producer, was remembered not just for his talent,…

Man arrested after high-speed chase from Logan County to Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – A man is in custody after deputies say he led law enforcement on a high-speed chase from Logan County into Bowling Green early Sunday in a vehicle that was later determined to be stolen. According to Logan County Sheriff Stephen Stratton, the pursuit began around 1:17 a.m. Jan. 18 when a deputy conducting speed enforcement…

Bridal Expo returns Sunday to Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Couples preparing for their big day will have a one-stop opportunity to plan, browse and book when the Southern Kentucky Bridal Expo returns to Bowling Green this weekend. The event brings together dozens of wedding vendors at the Knicely Conference Center, including businesses focused not only on venues and décor, but also on health, beauty…

Songwriter Night draws crowd, bridges gap between Nashville and Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) — Local and regional music fans packed the venue Friday night for Songwriter Night, an event aimed at bringing original music and Nashville-level talent to Bowling Green while giving local artists a place to perform. Spence Sheldon, founder of Capitol Row Entertainment, said the goal was to create opportunities for both audiences and musicians without requiring…

Bowling Green kicks off MLK week with Black History Quiz Bowl

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Week celebration got underway Thursday night at the Capitol Theatre with a birthday celebration for Dr. King and a new addition to the kickoff event: a Black History Quiz Bowl. Ryan Dearbone, co-chair of the MLK Holiday Planning Committee, said organizers wanted to try something different this year while…

Meals Inc. looks to expand reach after serving more than 13,000 meals in 2025

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – After delivering more than 13,000 meals to homebound and food-insecure residents in 2025, Meals Inc. is entering the new year with plans to expand its partnerships and increase its impact across the community. The nonprofit, which has operated in Bowling Green for more than 30 years, provides free hot meals every Saturday through a network…

BGPD seeking public’s help locating woman

UPDATE: Sandra Morgan has been located and is safe. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) — The Bowling Green Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a woman who was reported missing Friday afternoon. Police said they are trying to find Sandra Morgan, who was last seen around 3:30 p.m. in the area of Scottsville Road and Shive Lane. According…

Hopkinsville’s Casey Jones Distillery joins B3 Beverage

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. (WNKY) – Casey Jones Distillery has joined B3 Beverage Company, marking a new chapter for the Hopkinsville-based spirits maker and expanding B3’s growing portfolio into distilled spirits. The announcement was made this week by B3 Beverage Company, which operates a platform focused on pairing heritage brands with shared manufacturing and operational support. The move places Casey Jones alongside…

SoKY’s Choice: Med Center Health marks 100 years with community health expo

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – As Med Center Health marks its 100th year of serving South Central Kentucky, hundreds of people gathered Saturday at the Sloan Convention Center for the system’s annual Health Expo, an event focused on prevention, access, and early detection. The expo brought dozens of screenings and health resources into one place, giving community members a chance…

Communities mark Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Communities across south-central Kentucky are recognizing Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, a day set aside to thank the men and women who serve in law enforcement and work to keep neighborhoods safe. Law enforcement agencies say support from the public helps build trust and strengthen relationships between officers and the people they serve, both during emergencies…