Author: WNKY Staff

Local woman selected to ELEVATE Kentucky 2026 class

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A local woman has been selected to participate in a statewide professional development program. Leadership Kentucky announced the ELEVATE Kentucky 2026 class on Monday. According to a release, ELEVATE Kentucky provides young professionals in the Commonwealth with in-depth experience to create an understanding of challenges faced throughout the state. Center for Courageous Kids Medical Director Hannah Reckart,…

Warren County Fire Department units respond to barn fire in Alvaton

ALVATON, Ky. – Warren County fire units responded Monday to a barn fire in Alvaton. According to a social media post by the Warren County Fire Department System, crews and units from Alvaton, Plano, Richardsville and Gott responded to the scene. The department states upon arrival, a one-story metal barn with a modified attic storage space was located with fire…

Glasgow Police Department to plant tree in memory of local child

Source: Nashville Cremation Center. GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow community is invited to honor the life of a local child. The Glasgow Police Department says on April 3, the local area lost 2-year-old Wyatt Miller. Through organ donation, the agency says Miller’s legacy lives on and has saved three lives. April is National Donate Life Month, and April 30 is…

Proffitt named Bowling Green Independent Schools preschool principal

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green Independent Schools announced a new principal for its preschool program Monday afternoon. Afton Proffiitt, who currently serves as School Counselor at T. C. Cherry Elementary, will assume the role on July 1. Proffitt will oversee the daily operations of the district’s “Itty Bitty Purples” preschool program, which includes curriculum implementation and family engagement initiatives,…

Country star Mitchell Tenpenny to perform at SKyPac

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A country music star with over 2.6 billion global streams is coming to Bowling Green. The SKyPAC announced Mitchell Tenpenny will perform live on Friday, September 25. Tenpenny is known for hits “Drunk Me,” “Alcohol You Later,” and “Telling All My Secrets.” The stop is part of Tenpenny’s Summer of Light Tour 2026. Tickets go on…

McPherson, Wise secure over $35.7 million for road, bridge improvements in Allen County

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Rep. Shawn McPherson, R-Scottsville, and Senate Majority Floor Leader Max Wise, R-Campbellsville, have secured more than $35.7 million for road and infrastructure improvements in Allen County. According to a release Monday, major investments were included in House Bill 502, with a strong focus on improving key corridors and supporting economic development. Key projects include the following, according…