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IRS error exposes taxpayer information

(CNN) – Taxpayers, listen up. The IRS is acknowledging an error that ended up exposing some taxpayer information on the web. The IRS admitted Friday that this error affected as many as 120,000 people who filed from 990-T, often used by non-profit organizations.  The IRS form is to report unrelated business income. Agency officials say they have removed the files…

Historic RailPark and Train Museum celebrates 15 years

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Labor Day weekend marks 15 years since Bowling Green welcomed the Historic RailPark and Train Museum. When the museum opened in 2007, the museum section was only partially finished, and they did not have all eight railcars at the time. Opening weekend, the Rail Park welcomed over 800 community members to the grand opening. Here’s a…

National Cinema Day a huge success in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Saturday’s $3 movie day was a big hit at movie theaters across the country and here in Bowling Green. The Regal theatres here in town reduced their ticket prices down to $3 in celebration of National Cinema Day. Movie theaters made over $24 million in ticket sales, which is a 9% increase from the previous week….

Smoked salmon recalled for listeria concern

(Source: FDA via CNN Newsource)(CNN) – You may want to check your fridge due to a recent recall. Miami-based Saint James Smokehouse announced a voluntary recall of its four ounce smoked salmon. The Food and Drug Administration says the food may be tainted with listeria that can cause serious and possibly fatal infections to children, elder adults and people with…

KSP asking for photos to celebrate National Teddy Bear Day

The Kentucky State Police is asking the public to show how their Trooper Teddy is making a positive impact. The Trooper Teddy above is pictured on Paulista Avenue in Sao Paulo, Brazil. According to a social media post by KSP, “Giovanna says her bear reminds her of her memorable visit to America and adds that the bears can make life…

Police searching for 2 accused of burglary in Todd County

TODD COUNTY, Ky. – The Todd County Sheriff’s Office is searching for two individuals who have active warrants for their arrest. Both 27-year-old Derek Coyle Reeves of Auburn and 32-year-old Victoria Paige of Elkton are facing warrants for first-degree burglary in Todd County. Officials say both are suspects in additional burglaries and theft investigations. Anyone with information on their location…

UPDATE: Pilot found dead after officials locate missing helicopter

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Glasgow/Barren County Emergency Management says the helicopter has been located. Deputy director of Glasgow/Barren County Emergency Management Marcus Thurman stated the pilot, David Stone, was found dead in the area of HWY 70 and Park Boundary Road. Mammoth Cave National Park sent out a release stating the area where Stone was found was within the park’s…

KSP investigating after suspect shot in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – Kentucky State Police are investigating after a suspect was shot outside of a Lexington apartment complex. Authorities said two officers were dispatched to Jennifer Road Thursday night for a report of a stolen vehicle, which was reported to contain a firearm. Investigators say when the officers arrived, the suspect pointed a gun at the officers. Authorities…

UPPAbaby recalls Ridge jogging strollers after fingertip amputation incident

(Source: CPSC)UPPAbaby is recalling around 14,000 strollers after one child experienced a fingertip amputation from the rear disk brake. The company recall covers all UPPAbaby all-terrain RIDGE jogging strollers, which have an extendable canopy with a mesh window and zipper pocket, disc hand brake system and an adjustable handlebar with a wrist strap. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety…