BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Youth Orchestra is celebrating 25 years of developing young musicians across south-central Kentucky. Founded in 2001, the program has grown from a small group of fewer than 20 students into a full orchestra drawing participants from multiple counties throughout the region. Today, students travel from places like Ohio, Simpson and Barren counties each…
GLASGOW, Ky. (WNKY) – What began as a weekend fundraiser turned into a powerful show of love and remembrance for a Barren County teen whose impact is still being felt across his community. Thomas Basil died March 17 from injuries he sustained in a crash earlier in the month, according to Kentucky State Police. The collision happened March 6 near…
SMITHS GROVE, Ky. (WNKY) – Fresh ingredients and community support came together Saturday night as HOTEL Inc. hosted its annual Farm-to-Table Dinner fundraiser. Held at Tayvin Gardens, the event featured a meal made almost entirely from locally sourced products, highlighting farmers, producers, and culinary talent from across the region. Organizers say the dinner serves a dual purpose, raising money while…
BUTLER COUNTY, Ky. (WNKY) – A large brush fire that burned several acres in Butler County prompted a multi-agency response Sunday afternoon, according to local officials. Butler County Emergency Management Director Dustin Embry said more than 20 fire departments responded to the blaze, which drew assistance from neighboring counties and state forestry crews. Units from Hadley, Hartford, Rosine-Ohio County and…
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. (WNKY) – Eighth graders in Logan County are getting an early look at their future, thanks to a new workforce development initiative designed to guide students from middle school all the way to a career. The EDGE Encounter, held Wednesday, brought together students from Logan, Todd and Russellville school systems for a hands-on career exploration experience. The event…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Two local musicians who perform traditional Irish and Scottish music say they’re working to build a new Celtic arts community in south-central Kentucky. Rebecca Baumbach and Arthur Cleavinger have spent years performing with a rotating group of musicians from across the region. Baumbach said the heart of the music has always been about connection. “It’s…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Middle school students from across south-central Kentucky are stepping into the role of education designers, sharing ideas to reshape the future of schools through a regional showcase Tuesday afternoon. The event is part of the Carnegie Future of Schools Institute, a partnership between the Green River Regional Educational Cooperative and the Center for Public Research…
FRANKLIN, Ky. (WNKY) – A lawsuit over a proposed data center development in Simpson County took another step Monday as attorneys for both sides argued procedural motions before a circuit judge. Mark A. Thurmond, chief circuit judge for the 49th Judicial Circuit, heard arguments in the case between TenKey LandCo I, LLC and the Simpson County Fiscal Court at the…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – On St. Patrick’s Day, rivers turning green is nothing new. But in Bowling Green, the bright color at Lost River Cave comes with something a little deeper than holiday tradition. Over the weekend, visitors watched as the cave’s river was dyed green, not just for festive photos, but as part of a demonstration of a…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Some of the top high school basketball talent from around the world is competing in Bowling Green this weekend as the Grind Session tournament takes over local courts. The event brings elite prep programs together to showcase players who are considered among the best prospects at the high school level. Organizers say the circuit serves…
