BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – It may have looked like a series of battles inside Western Kentucky University’s Downing Student Union, but the only clashes happening were between student-built robots. Hundreds of students from across Warren County and surrounding areas gathered Tuesday for the annual Robot Royale, a hands-on event that blends competition with computer science education. Adam Vincent, a…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Big changes are now in effect for Kentucky’s WIC program, with updated food packages aimed at giving families more flexibility while meeting modern nutrition standards. The updates are part of a routine review that happens about every ten years, ensuring the program aligns with guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Health officials say…
ALVATON, Ky. (WNKY) – Families gathered in Alvaton Sunday afternoon for an Easter celebration filled with games, food and community connection at Eastwood Baptist Church. The church hosted its third annual “Eggstravaganza,” a free event designed to welcome families for an afternoon of activities ahead of Easter. “We have our Easter extravaganza. This is our third annual one, and it’s…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – A local nonprofit is growing a program that gives people experiencing homelessness a safe place to recover after leaving the hospital. Hotel Inc, which focuses on health, housing, and community, provides medical respite housing… short-term, transitional housing for people who have been hospitalized with serious health conditions but have nowhere safe to go. “This is…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky (WNKY) – Demonstrations tied to the “No Kings” movement are planned across south central Kentucky and parts of Tennessee this Saturday, March 28, as part of a broader nationwide day of action. Organizers say the protests are focused on promoting democratic values and opposing what they describe as government overreach. Events are expected to remain peaceful and…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) — Western Kentucky University is celebrating a major milestone with the opening of the Tim and Sarah Ford Fieldhouse, a multi-purpose facility designed to serve students across campus. University leaders, donors, and community members gathered Tuesday for a ribbon cutting ceremony, marking the completion of a project years in the making. WKU President Timothy Caboni called…
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…
