BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) — Cancer survivors and their families filled La Gala in Bowling Green over the weekend for an emotional Relay for Life event hosted by the American Cancer Society. The event honored those who have battled cancer and the support networks who accompanied them through it. Alan Landreth, who was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in 2022, shared his story of survival. “I went through induction…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) — The city’s first-ever Fountain Square Nostalgic Block Party brought music, games, and a dash of childhood nostalgia to Bowling Green’s downtown on Sunday afternoon. The occasion officially kicked off Duncan Hines Days, a free, family-friendly celebration of local culture and community that takes place every year during the summer. Between 1 and 3 p.m., crowds…
PARK CITY, Ky. (WNKY) – Saturday, clan banners waved, bagpipes wailed, and one man’s mission lit up the competition field. Following the cancellation of the Highland Games in Glasgow following COVID in 2020, the Southern Kentucky Highland Games made a powerful return to Barren County on Saturday, May 31, at Bell’s Tavern Park, attracting athletes, families, and fans of Scottish…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – The sounds of gunfire and the rumble of tanks echoed across Phil Moore Park in Warren County over Memorial Day weekend, but not for a real battle, rather a reenactment of a real battle. Nearly 200 reenactors from more than a dozen states gathered for Operation Anvil, a World War II reenactment event designed to…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – The inaugural Old Get Together celebration transformed the historic Potter Farm into a vibrant celebration of folk culture on the Saturday before Memorial Day. The event featured live music, vintage baseball, artisan vendors, and a strong sense of community. Organized by local musician Adam Moore, the celebration aimed to fill a cultural gap in Bowling…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Lights, camera, and the culmination of years of creativity and growth: the 2025 White Squirrel Film Festival at Western Kentucky University is just days away, and for senior filmmakers, it’s a chance to showcase not only their final projects but also the evolution of their skills and passion for filmmaking. The event begins Thursday, offering…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) — Beneath dim lights and music, tuxedos and evening gowns were paired with wagging tails and adoption stories Saturday night, as the 17th annual Fur Ball brought hundreds together in a celebration not just of animals, but of the people who love and fight for them. Held at the Sloan Convention Center, the Fur Ball is…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – “By the power vested in me and with joy in my heart, I now pronounce you Husband and Wife!” After receiving a lifesaving heart transplant, Lon Solomita vowed to live life to the fullest – and on Saturday, he did just that as he took another unforgettable step by marrying his soulmate inside the National…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — A community rich in culture is preparing to welcome the return of a beloved tradition in their community. The bi-annual Hispanic Festival, BG Fiestaval hosted by Regional alliance of student and professionals, or RASP, is set to take place May 2-4 at 1200 Clay Street, marking its ninth consecutive year. RASP is a non-profit organization that…
SIMPSON COUNTY, Ky. — Simpson County faced another round of flooding as heavy rain swept through the region for the second time in 2025, prompting evacuations for many. While the damage wasn’t as severe as the devastating floods in February, the waters still displaced individuals and left some areas submerged across the county. Terry Brown, a local resident who had…
