Author: Riley Guertin

Pet of the Day: Bear

For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, we’d like you to meet Bear. This four-year-old sweetheart may be energetic and playful but is the best boy for a growing family. The Humane Society tells us that Bear is already housebroken and does good with children and dogs his size. You can adopt Bear…

Living Well: Managing Diabetes Over the Holidays

It’s that time of year when holiday gatherings have food as the focal point. But- if you’re one of the millions of Americans with diabetes- these get-togethers can be challenging. In today’s Living Well, News 40’s Michael Ridgeway has ways to manage diabetes while also enjoying the holidays.

Emerging Leader: J.W Hardin

For this week’s edition of Emerging Leader, brought to you by Elpo Law, we sat down with J.W. Hardin. He told us all about his business, Jockeys by J.W., and what it means to him. Take a look at how this young boy is looking to go above and beyond in our community.

Sunrise Spotlight: 2023’S Light Up BG

For today’s Sunrise Spotlight, we met with our very own Telia Butler. She told us the inside scoop on what we can expect at this year’s Light Up BG. This annual event is hitting Fountain Square Park on December 1st. You can get more information about this great event by clicking right here. 

Pet of the Day: Chigger & Chowder

For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, we’d like you to meet Chigger and Chowder. This bonded pair of brothers are eleven years old and have found themselves at the shelter! They only eat Purina and have never lived with other animals, but the shelter thinks they’d adjust well. You can adopt this…

Living Well: Loneliness is a Health Issue

It’s now deemed a global health priority. Loneliness is a “Pressing Health Threat,” according to the World Health Organization. This launched a new commission on social connection, as a way to focus on addressing the problem worldwide. In today’s Living Well,  News 40’s Morgan Hoover has more on the risks of social isolation and simple steps to help you connect…

Feel Good Friday: Adoption Awareness

For many children who are adopted or in foster care, this time of year can be difficult. Since this is the giving time of year, the folks from the Family Enrichment Center say the donation of time can go much further than money. News 40 reporter Tucker Covey stopped by to learn more in this week’s Feel Good Friday, brought…