Author: WNKY Staff

KY 1153 Sandy Creek Road over Grassy Lick Road in Butler County reopens

RELEASE: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (Aug. 30, 2025) – A project to replace the drainage structure on KY 1153 Sandy Creek Road over Grassy Lick Creek in southern Butler County continues, but the roadway has reopened. Motorists should use caution and expect work to still be taking place. The roadway was closed at this location earlier this month. The bulk of the…

Service One names Justin Morris as new CEO

Source: Service One Credit Union. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Service One Credit Union has appointed Justin Morris as chief executive officer. Morris, who also serves as President, brings two decades of experience and a deep commitment to the organization’s mission of “Service to Others.” Morris’ journey includes going from a part-time teller to CEO. According to Service One, he began…

Service One Credit Union doubles Shred Day donations to Kids on the Block

Source: Service One Credit Union. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Service One Credit Union presented a donation to Kentucky Kids on the Block, funded by the contributions of the annual Community Shred Day event on Aug. 23. You can learn more about Shred Day here. Service One says the event provides a secure way for the community to dispose of old…

1 dead, 1 arrested on DUI charge after crash in Cumberland County

BURKESVILLE, Ky. – One person is dead and another is behind bars after a deadly crash in Monroe County. According to the Kentucky State Police, troopers responded Thursday at 9:39 p.m. to a single-vehicle injury collision on Sulphur Creek Road in Cumberland County. Authorities say preliminary investigation findings indicate 66-year-old Ronald Huser of Lebanon, Indiana, was traveling on Sulphur Creek…

Monroe County woman charged with operating horse under influence

TOMPKINSVILLE, Ky. – A Monroe County woman is charged regarding allegedly riding a horse while intoxicated. According to a uniform citation, the Tompkinsville Police Department received a call on Thursday regarding a reported animal abuse case involving people striking a horse off of West Fourth Street. Police say upon arrival, they observed 25-year-old Kalie Hill of Tompkinsville sitting on a…

WKU announces Amy and David Chandler as the 2025 Philanthropists of the Year

Source: WKU. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Amy and David Chandler of Bowling Green will be recognized at Western Kentucky University’s Philanthropists of the Year at the Hilltopper Excellence Awards during Homecoming 2025. The event honors the generosity, leadership and commitment of the recipients. Amy Chandler, a lifelong resident of Bowling Green, earned a degree in political science from WKU in…

Metcalfe County Elementary principal announces retirement

EDMONTON, Ky. – Metcalfe County Elementary School principal Michael Gill has announced his retirement. Gill’s retirement will be effective Oct. 1. “It has been an honor to serve the students, staff, and community of Metcalfe County for the past 11 years,” Gill said. “Throughout my entire career, it has been my hope to use every opportunity to show everyone I…

Kentucky State Police Post 3 to take part in Operation C.A.R.E. over Labor Day weekend

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — As Labor Day weekend approaches, Kentucky State Police Post 3 will join law enforcement agencies across the country in Operation C.A.R.E., or the Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort. The agency says the initiative is happening Aug. 29 through Sept. 1 to focus on keeping Kentucky’s roadways safe during a major travel holiday. Throughout the Labor Day…

Guide: Fall events in the local area

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Below is a guide to announced events from September through October in multiple counties. Warren County  Free fall movies at the Capitol throughout September. Details here. Fountain Row Friday Live Music: Every Friday on Fountain Square in downtown Bowling Green through Oct. 3, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Final day of Apple Fest for the season at…