Author: Michael Ridgeway

Anti-drug seminar at Bob Kirby Library

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – At the Bob Kirby Branch of the Warren County Public Library, a seminar will be held on Saturday to talk about the serious problems plaguing America and the local community. Meredith Howard with Bowling Green Community Initiative spoke to News 40 today about their anti-drug seminar on Oct. 28 at 12 p.m. that members in the…

New family fun coming to Simpson County? Expected in 2026

SIMPSON COUNTY, Ky. – Some exciting buzz around Franklin and Simpson County, a new way for family and friends to hang out just off Exit 2 on I-65. The state tourism department awarded a grant to the project that is expected to bring a large entertainment development to the community. “Dine and Play Social House” plans to offer bowling, mini…

Bikes, Camera, Action! Movie screening by BikeWalk BG

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – In downtown Bowling Green at the SOKY Marketplace, BikeWalk BG will be hosting a movie night for the community at no charge. The movie, which we will keep secret as to respect the organization, is an 80s classic, we’re told that it’s “bike-themed”. It will be projected on the screen at the marketplace amphitheater at 6:30…

Bingo Night for Room in The Inn

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – November 5th is the date to save as Room in The Inn gears up for their third annual bingo night fundraiser. News 40 spoke to Mary Osborne, a board member with the organization set to help combat homelessness, who said tickets are up now on their website and she encourages the community to come out and…

Let’s have a safe Halloween everyone!

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – As Halloween approaches, everyone has a responsibility to themselves to make sure you’re enjoying the day safely, so here are some tips for the holiday. News 40 spoke to Lee Coleman of Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers, who said that there are three things of importance in his mind. Liability for drivers, parental supervision, and homeowners…

Have a safe Halloween for your pet

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. –  Candy is a great treat, but not for everyone in the house. To make sure you have a safe Halloween, make sure you’re keeping your candy locked up. News 40 spoke to a vet today at All Cats & Dogs Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Johnson said a good rule of thumb is to just keep candy out…

Loose leaf pick up in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Next Monday, the city will start loose leaf pick up, strictly for leaves. News 40 spoke to the Director of Public Works for the city of Bowling Green today, who said that the most important thing to remember is to just set your leaves out early. Souza said this is a leaf pick up only and…

WCPS coaches get nationally recognized

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Congratulations are in order for two coaches in the Warren County Public School district. Coach Thomas Carta and coach Chad Young, who instruct wrestling and tennis respectively, have been named coach of the year for their sport in Kentucky. A few things go into consideration for this award by the National Federation of High School Associations….

BGPR’s annual Pumpkin Trail back up this year

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Thursday was the grand opening of a community favorite, the Pumpkin Trail put on by the Bowling Green Parks & Rec department. At Preston Miller Park, the department has put out around 400 pumpkins  for the public to enjoy. The pumpkins are made by all kinds of people and organizations in town. It was the department’s…

Is Simpson County’s Octagon Hall haunted?

SIMPSON COUNTY, Ky. – As Halloween approaches, everyone’s looking for a spooky adventure and maybe News 40 has the next stop for you. There’s a place in Simpson County called Octagon Hall, it’s firstly a Civil War museum but it’s also a paranormal hotspot apparently. Museum staff told News 40 that many strange things happen around the property, like shadow…