BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Construction has begun on a new building on WKU’s campus. The highly anticipated new Gordon Ford College of Business building was dedicated this morning, which will be complete by the fall of 2025. The new building will give students access to resources like a virtual reality simulation lab, trading terminals and an updated Center for Financial…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – June is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and one of the key ways to stay in touch is to keep physically active. “One of the things we say is if it’s healthy for your heart, it’s healthy for your brain. The ten ways to love your brain… one of those is ‘Break a sweat.’ Engage in regular…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Wednesday is National Blood Donor Day, and the American Red Cross needs your help. They are continuing to search for blood from willing donors. Over the next few weeks, there will be blood drives at the Holiday Inn at Sloan Convention Center. Then later in the month, the Harley Davidson dealership in Bowling Green, the Historic…
WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – A partnership 15 years in the making hopes to reduce the amount of invasive carp in Kentucky rivers. Until that happens, steps need to be taken to protect yourself while on the water. “They make themselves pretty evident, especially if you’ve got your running outboard motor. They’re very sensitive to that and they’ll take flight and…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A family favorite event has returned to Chaney’s Dairy Barn this summer, and this weekend it doubles as a way to help a local cause. Ice Cream and a Moo-vie returns to Chaney’s Dairy Barn. On Friday and Saturday, “Minions: The Rise of Gru” will be shown on the side of the barn for families to…
EDMONSON COUNTY, Ky. – A new bill presented to the U.S. Congress proposes an expansion to Mammoth Cave National Park. “I talked to the chairman of the Natural Resources Committee and he’s excited to help move this forward. Senator McConnell, the Republican leader of the Senate, is handling in the Senate. I think we have a good opportunity for this…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – One way to beat the summer heat is by reading a book. It turns out WKU mascot Big Red is a big reader! Big Red’s Summer Reading Challenge encourages 1st through 8th grade students to read books during their vacation. The amount of books varies depending on the grade and reading level. 1st & 2nd grade…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A brand new part of Duncan Hines Days this year is a new way to get out on the river: the Duck Paddle boat race. “It should be a super fun kayak/canoe race and also casual float for people who aren’t really interested in racing. We’re going to launch here at Riverfront Park at the pedestrian…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A new opportunity for kids age 11 to 17 will allow them to learn skills necessary for babysitting. Med Center Health is hosting a babysitting clinic at their WKU Health Sciences Complex. During this 4 hour session, they will be taught important lessons like how to change a diaper, how to properly apply first aid and…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – With the Duncan Hines Days celebration well underway, one local museum decided to join in on the fun. The Downing Museum is hosting “Feast Your Eyes: The Art of Food,” an exhibit featuring unique pieces of art themed around food. The exhibit features pieces from the late Joe Downing as well as donations from the local…
