BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is celebrating 200 years of service this weekend. The city held a proclamation this afternoon celebrating the massive accomplishment for BGPD. The Police Department has been active since the 1790s, but didn’t officially hire part-time officers until 1893. Representative Kevin Jackson, Mayor Todd Alcott and some of the City Commission spoke…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – With pools now open and the summer season underway, it’s important to make sure your skin stays safe. One way to protect yourself is to avoid tanning salons. “We generally try to avoid tanning beds; definitely very detrimental to the skin. And there’s some research talking about tanning bed addiction. Also, the social is a little…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – One local photographer is giving the LGBTQ+ community a fun opportunity this weekend. Ashton Freeman is offering a photoshoot on June 3rd for anyone in the community including allies. She will bring a few props like Pride flags, but encourages you to be comfortable in your own skin by wearing whatever outfit you want and bringing…
VANCEBURG, Ky. – A Kentucky organization helps veterans find a system of bonded brothers. Warrior Ridge was founded by Landon Bentley, who says that veterans like himself often come home and tend to lose touch. That’s why they offer events to reunite teams who served with each other and give them a relaxing environment. From kayaking and horse riding to…
HORSE CAVE, Ky. – While plenty of personalities and businesses from around the state are nominated in this year’s Best in Kentucky Awards, two local favorites are competing this year. Kentucky Down Under is nominated for the Best Kid-Friendly Attraction and would love to win their first award. “We’re up against some heavy competition this year, the Louisville Zoo, the…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Fire Department is giving the community a unique opportunity to raise money. BGFD will host the Touch a Truck Tour on Saturday and Sunday at all 7 stations around the community. The tour consists of finding one personalized sticker at each of the stations, then turning in a sticker card with all 7…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The city of Bowling Green has published a digital book chronicling the December 2021 tornadoes. “Our city manager, Jeff Meisel, said that he wanted us to do a written account of the city’s story: what we did, how we responded, all of the things that we saw. And he approached me and said, ‘Let’s do a…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Monday morning, runners got to take on a 5K for a cause. The Jackrabbit Jog made its return to Bowling Green today at Kereiakes Park, along with a kids fun run called the Bunny Hop and a 5 mile run. The race gave runners a hilly challenge for their Memorial Day morning. All of the proceeds…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Russell Sims Aquatic Center at Preston Miller Park is finally open as the start of summer fast approaches. The City of Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is excited to finally have the pool open. “It’s just an exciting time for us to open this up for the community every Memorial Day weekend, stay open all…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – If you’re looking for a fun show in town during Memorial Day weekend, look no further than the National Guard Armory. Professional wrestling returns to Bowling Green courtesy of the World Wrestling Alliance and United Pro Wrestling. Their latest show WWA Revenge takes place on Saturday night, featuring plenty of hard-hitting entertainment. The WWA National Champion…
