Author: WNKY Staff

Guthrie requests investigation of ‘campaigns working to slow American AI progress’

WASHINGTON – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) is among officials requesting an investigation into alleged “foreign influence campaigns working to slow American AI progress,” according to a release. According to the Office of Congressman Brett Guthrie, on June 4, Guthrie, chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, made the request alongside Congressman John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13), chairman of the Subcommittee…

Bowling Green Tourism surpasses previous year’s economic impact record

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green and Warren County area is officially reaching new heights with the latest update on its economic impact through tourism. According to a release by the Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, Bowling Green and Warren County contributed $495.2 million in economic impact, and over $40 million was spent that went into state…

Barren County businesses to participate in ‘Paint the Town Yellow’ event

Source: Canva. GLASGOW, Ky. – Barren County is getting ready to shine this summer as local businesses “Paint the Town Yellow.” For one weekend only, locally-owned businesses, including restaurants, coffee shops and more, are bringing their own creative take on the theme, according to Glasgow-Barren County KY Tourism. This includes sunny shop fronts, summer-inspired specials, citrus-themed foods and other unique…

SKyPAC announces concert honoring long-time Orchestra KY music director

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – THE Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center is honoring a long-time music director in September. According to a release, SKyPAC will host Final Bow: Jeff Reed’s Farewell Concert on Monday, September 21. The concert will honor Reed’s 26-year tenure as Music Director for Orchestra Kentucky with works that highlight his career and include special guest performers from…

Authorities searching for attempted murder suspect considered armed and dangerous

RICHMOND, Ky. – The Richmond Police Department (RPD) is searching for a man wanted for attempted murder. According to a social media post, Tyler Jalen Mack, alias “T-Mac,” is wanted for attempted murder, first-degree burglary, first-degree robbery, kidnapping, possession of a handgun by a convicted felon and first-degree wanton endangerment. Mack is described as a black male with dreads, facial…

Kentucky agriculture commissioner releases statement regarding New World screwworm

Source: Envato. FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell has released a statement regarding the New World screwworm. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s website, the New World screwworm is a “serious pest of livestock and wildlife,” however, the agency states it is not a food safety issue and that the U.S. food supply remains safe. “The current…

WKU Baseball Head Coach Marc Rardin agrees to four-year contract extension

WKU Athletics Press Release

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Baseball Head Coach Marc Rardin has agreed to a four-year contract extension with WKU, which runs through the 2030 season, Director of Athletics Todd Stewart announced on Wednesday. In four seasons as the head coach, Rardin has compiled a 145-89 record for a .620 winning percentage, the best in WKU Baseball’s 107-year history. Rardin led…

Hopkinsville man charged with fleeing police

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. (WKDZ) – A Hopkinsville man is charged with fleeing police Monday night. According to a report by WKDZ, the Kentucky State Police states it stopped a car driven by 36-year-old Rashad Pleasant Monday at a gas station on Fort Campbell Boulevard. The report further states Pleasant ran from the scene but was quickly found hiding in a carport…

Addiction Recovery Care Founder indicted for wire fraud and money laundering

LEXINGTON, Ky. – The founder and owner of Addiction Recovery Care, LLC has been indicted for one count of wire fraud and two counts of money laundering. According to the United States Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Kentucky, 50-year-old Timmy G. Robinson was indicted Thursday. Officials say an indictment states that in July 2025, Robinson caused Addiction Recovery Care to…

Wawa announces opening date for first Bowling Green location

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The first Wawa location in Bowling Green will open this summer. According to a release, Wawa will open at 800 Gunnison Trail Way on Thursday, July 9. Wawa opened its first Kentucky location in July 2025 and has expanded to eight locations in the state. The company plans to open four to eight Kentucky locations a…