Author: Michael Ridgeway

Where to go in Warren County when a tornado hits

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Inclement weather has been on the rise and fall for the past few months, so it’s important to not only know what to have with you but also where to go. Around Warren County, there are nine tornado shelters able to hold between 200 and 400 people in varying locations. All county parks have one shelter…

Glasgow man makes Men’s Health Ultimate Guy list

GLASGOW, Ky. – A local musician decided to make a change for himself – now he’s going to be in a magazine. Steve Jewell, bass guitar player for Black Stone Cherry, decided in the early stages of the pandemic that he needed to rework his lifestyle. Jewell said in his interview with News 40 at one point he was “eating…

New year, new me?

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. –  If you’re thinking about doing a turn around for 2023, why not? They say its never too late to make a change, so if you’re trying for a more healthy lifestyle this year then you should follow along for some good tips. Kathy Jennings, owner of Nutrition Center, said in an interview with News 40 that…

Butler County Animal Shelter begins repair

MORGANTOWN, Ky. – Over the Christmas weekend, Butler County Animal Shelter fell victim to the artic weather that blew threw south central Kentucky. When the temperatures began to take a turn for the worse, the animal shelter’s HVAC unit failed to protect the inside through frigid weekend. Then on the morning of Christmas Eve, a pipe burst which led to…

Glamping in Mammoth Cave? Look no further than this unique Airbnb

MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky. – Tucked away in cave country, a quaint outdoor evening awaits. At the Noble Pine Campground & Horse Camp, a relocated Florida family owns a pretty cool Airbnb. Closed for some years, the Claxton family of Florida bought and re-opened Noble Pine, and now Kristen and Eric Claxton run not only a horse camp but a glamping…

Try to avoid driving through the weekend

SOUTH CENTRAL, Ky. – After a winter storm goes through the area, roads still prove to be unsafe. In an interview with trooper Daniel Priddy of the Kentucky State Police, several accidents occurred on I-65 the morning of Dec. 23. Priddy said, “I talked to some officers this morning, and they clocked vehicles going high 60s low 70s. The speed…

Cave City Police Department gives out money to drivers

CAVE CITY, Ky. – Heading into Christmas, the police are on the hunt for regular civilians. With almost $2,000 given away, Cave City Police Department surely helped out someone this week. On Dec., 22, News 40 paid a trip to Cave City and brought to the screen flashes of countryside and good will. Every year, the department gives out money…

Winter brings state of emergency

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – With dangerous winter conditions predicted to blow through the commonwealth, the governor of Kentucky has declared a state of emergency. Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency on Tuesday morning, Dec. 21 and urged Kentuckians to stay indoors if possible after midday on Thursday, Dec. 22. Subzero temperatures and wind gusts upwards of 40 miles…

Cave City toy drive at the Gazebo

CAVE CITY, Ky. – At The Roxglass Bar in Cave City, they do a lot for the community. Inside there’s a food pantry, co-owner Matt Strasel tells News 40 in an interview. He also told us this past Thanksgiving, they along with the Cave City Police Department and other community sponsors, fed over 800 people for the holiday which is…

Sensitive Santa brings Christmas to children with sensory difficulties

BOWLING GREEN Ky. – At the Associates in Pediatric Therapy, they’re having an inclusive Christmas event for their patients. The ATP specializes in treating children from birth to 21, helping with speech, occupational and physical therapy. And on Tuesday, Dec. 20 at 5:30 p.m., they will be having private sessions and photos with Santa for their current patients. Cite advisor…