Author: Micah Henson

SoKY’s Choice: Bowling Green-Warren County celebrates Independence Day while honoring America’s 250th anniversary

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Patriotic pride filled Circus Square Park on Independence Day as Bowling Green and Warren County celebrated the nation’s founding while kicking off America’s yearlong 250th anniversary celebration. The free community event featured food, carnival games, live music, contests, a children’s sidewalk parade and a patriotic program highlighting the history behind the nation’s independence. During the…

BRASS launches mobile unit to bring Domestic Violence services directly to survivors

FRANKLIN, Ky. – BRASS, Inc. is expanding its efforts to support survivors of domestic violence with a new Mobile Advocacy Response Unit designed to bring services directly into communities across south-central Kentucky. The organization celebrated the launch of the unit Tuesday in Simpson County, the first stop in a series of ribbon cuttings planned across BRASS’ ten-county service region. The…

WKU graduate turns cancer journey into debut novel inspired by campus memories

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – A Western Kentucky University graduate is turning a difficult chapter of her life into a story about love, memories and finding home. Kaitlyn Henson, a 2019 WKU graduate, released her debut novel Stepping Stones Tuesday. The contemporary romance is set at WKU and centers around two college students finding their place in the world and…

Community turns out for first Edmonson County Music and Arts Festival despite rain

BROWNSVILLE, Ky. (WNKY) – A celebration of local talent in Edmonson County was cut short Saturday evening after weather forced organizers to end the first-ever Edmonson County Music and Arts Festival early. The festival brought together musicians, artists, vendors, and community members at the Edmonson County Fairgrounds for a day focused on showcasing local creativity. Organizers said the event featured…

SoKY’s Choice: HOTEL INC celebrates 45 years of serving Warren County community

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – HOTEL INC celebrated 45 years of service by honoring the people and partnerships that have helped the organization continue its mission of helping others throughout Warren County. The anniversary celebration included community vendors, family activities, food and a special proclamation recognizing the nonprofit’s decades of work. HOTEL INC Director of Operations Rebecca Troxell said the…

Feel Good Friday: Bowling Green boy overcoming clubfoot diagnosis now running, playing soccer

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – When Cory Williams was diagnosed with clubfoot before he was born, his parents had one major question: Would he be able to walk normally? Today, the answer is clear. The 3-year-old is running, playing soccer and keeping up with his older brother, something his parents once worried might not be possible. DeLanna and Ryne Williams…

Louisville Orchestra brings free music and community connection to Glasgow

GLASGOW, Ky. – Downtown Glasgow became a concert hall Thursday night as the Louisville Orchestra brought its In Harmony Tour to the community. The free outdoor performance gave residents the chance to experience a professional orchestra without traveling to a traditional concert venue. “The Harmony Tour is a free event,” said Mallory Kramer, director of marketing for the Louisville Orchestra….

Bowling Green cancer survivors celebrate strength and support at annual dinner

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – Cancer survivors and caregivers gathered in Bowling Green for an annual dinner celebrating resilience, connection, and the journeys that brought them together. The American Cancer Society Survivors Dinner brought together people from across the community who have faced cancer diagnoses, along with those who supported them throughout their battles. Organizers say the event is about…

Aviation Heritage Park Hangar Party draws record crowd celebrating local aviation history

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – The sound of aircraft engines and conversations between pilots, veterans and families filled the hangar at the Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport as the Aviation Heritage Park celebrated its 20th annual Hangar Party. The annual fundraiser brought together more than 750 people this year, marking a record turnout for the event, according to organizers. Bob…

Inside BGMU’s Bowling Green data center as communities weigh future projects

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WNKY) – As communities across our region continue discussions about potential future data centers, officials with BGMU are offering a look at how one existing facility operates and answering questions surrounding electricity, water use and cooling. The BGMU Data Center, formerly known as the Lost River Data Center, has operated in Bowling Green since 2012 as a…