Happy Thursday! Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know. Meteorologist Darius Mack says the bitter-cold temperatures have finally eased away. Although it’s chilly, morning temperatures are closer to normal. Today at 4:00 P.M. you can stop by the Soky Ice Rink to catch a Storytime in the Snowdome. You may even be able…
On this week’s edition of Community Driven, News 40’s own Julie Milam is sitting down with Hendrix Brakefield from Lifeworks. Together, they discussed the LifeWorks Transition Academy and all that they do to help those with autism. Lifeworks is a supportive living and learning community for autistic young adults as they transition to independent living and employment. If you want…
A disturbing find from a new study shows one in 12 children has been exposed to online sexual abuse. Georgia State University researchers looked at data from more than 120 studies between 2010 and 2023. They then analyzed the number of children younger than 18 years old who were exposed to a range of subtypes of sexual abuse. Those…
On today’s Sunrise Spotlight, News 40’s Ashlee Wilson sits down with Natasha Smith from Bikewalk BG. Together, they discussed the return of the Winter Walking Club and the rescheduling of one Winter Ride. The new date for the Winter Bike ride will be this Sunday, January 26th. The ride starts at 11:00 A.M., you can meet up with other riders…
For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, we’d like you to meet Baxter. This lovable boy is described by the shelter as a gentle giant. Baxter is a good boy who gets along with other dogs and is tolerant of cats. The shelter says he may be a bit cautious at first, but…
Boosting your muscle strength also boosts your chances of survival from cancer. A study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found cancer patients with good muscle strength and cardiorespiratory fitness were 31 to 46 less likely to ultimately die from the disease. Muscle-strengthening activities could be used to help increase life expectancy. You can read the full study here.
Antibiotics, vaccinations, and anti-inflammatory medications can reduce your risk of dementia. A study by the University of Cambridge says this supports the hypothesis that dementia may be triggered by viral or bacterial infections. It could mean that already existing drugs could be repurposed to treat dementia. But clinical trials need to be done first. You can read the full report…
Happy Wednesday! Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know. You’ll want to stay bundled up this morning as we’re under a cold weather advisory that goes until 9:00 A.M. There are still warming shelters open today if you need to shield yourself from the elements. Today, Sugar Maple Square is open from 7:00…
MUNFORDVILLE, Ky.- A business reportedly caught fire Monday afternoon, according to the Munfordville Fire and Rescue squad. Officials say that Munfordville and Bonnieville Fire Departments responded to 1198 Main Street in Munfordville for a reported structure fire. First arriving units found fire inside the wall and in the attic space. Officials say the fire was quickly extinguished and a thorough…
Globally, most people still believe in science. A survey of 68 countries by the University of Zurich found a majority of people see scientists as qualified and honest. More than half of people believe scientists should play a bigger role in public policy. However, in some Western countries, people with right-wing political beliefs had less trust in science than their…
