FRANKLIN, Ky. – An annual Simpson County favorite is back, and this year, it’s setting the stage for a big 2026 for Franklin Simpson Parks and Recreation. “This is our fourth year of the event, and it keeps growing each year, thanks to the generous sponsors in our community. That allows us to make it available for free. We do…
GLENDALE, Ky. – Ford is shifting gears on its electric vehicle plans, and that move impacts a plant right here in Kentucky. Now, Governor Andy Beshear says he’s going to make sure employees that are laid off have jobs. During his Team Kentucky update Thursday, Beshear discussed Ford’s decision to split from BlueOval SK, saying the company will now take…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The City-County Planning Commission of Bowling Green and Warren County held a meeting Thursday… including a public hearing on a lot at 1337 Cardinal Way. The lot, previously owned by Tommy Duffer, who passed away in May, was auctioned by Vette City Real Estate and sold to a local developer called Two Toms. Residents raised concerns…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A pair of WKU alumni who’ve been married for 37 years have made their largest donation to the university. “We’re very pleased to be involved with WKU Athletics, the College of Business and also from a scholarship standpoint, assisting Edmonson County graduates because that’s where home is,” Craig Browning, 1987 WKU graduate, says. He and his…
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – The Allen County-Scottsville Animal Shelter is getting creative to spread the word about adoption. A pair of supporters, Bill and Lana, asked their son-in-law, musician Brandon Taylor, to write a song called “Take Me Home (Shelter Song)” to promote adopting animals. With Allen County being one of the smallest shelters in the region, staff say every bit…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Residents near Scottsville Road can expect some changes coming to both Cave Mill Road and Bryant Way. Cave Mill is set for an expansion after the City Commission approved more than $360,000 for the project. The main improvement will extend the right turn lane from Scottsville Road all the way to Crossings Boulevard. City officials say…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Glory Baby Ministry hosted its Glory in the Mourning support group meeting on Monday, aimed at helping women who have gone through the struggles of losing a baby. It featured a comforting meal, meaningful discussion and a craft to show how shattered hearts can be made into something strong. The group was created in March of…
FRANKLIN, Ky. – A pair of local businesses in Simpson County made donations to Toys for Tots Thursday afternoon. The Mint Gaming Hall at Kentucky Downs made a donation of $3,000 and toys they’ve collected, while Hunt Ford had their own toy drive. The checks were presented, and the toys were loaded up for the North Pole in Bowling Green…
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – On the corner of South Court and West Maple just off the downtown Scottsville square, some big changes are coming to the Victory Hill Dream Center as they are set to expand their services to Monday through Friday weekly. “We will be doing the same stuff really that we were doing before. It’s just now, it gives…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Down Syndrome of Southern Kentucky is one of five organizations set to receive some funding from St. Teresa Ministries on Saturday. DSSKY is joining Friends of Warren County Parks and Recreation, Good Samaritan Ministries of Southern Kentucky, St. Gianna Crisis Pregnancy Home and the Family Enrichment Center in sharing more than $40,000 in funding. The presentation…
