Author: WNKY Staff

Leslie David Baker visits Bowling Green ballpark

(Source: Bowling Green Hot Rods)BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – News 40 ran into Stanley Hudson today all the way from Scranton. At the Bowling Green Ball Park, Leslie David Baker who plays Stanley Hudson from hit tv show “The Office ” came to do a meet and greet with fans. During the evening, Baker took pictures and signed crossword puzzles, Stanley…

Bowling Green recognizes National Suicide Prevention week

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Today city commissioners read aloud to a crowd a very meaningful proclamation. Bowling Green and Warren County this year have decided to locally recognize National Suicide Prevention week along with the country on September 6 through September 10. News 40 spoke to Life Skills Center Manager Katie Hopper about the issue that suicide causes for our…

WCSO searching for vehicle in connection to death investigation

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help in locating a vehicle they say could help them gain information about a suspicious death investigation. The WCSO stated they are working an active death investigation at Payton Landing Apartments off Scottsville Road. Officials responded after receiving a call about a welfare check at the location….

Mammoth Cave adds 6 more miles

MAMMOTH CAVE, KY. – Mammoth Cave is officially six miles longer, allowing it to reach a new total of 426 miles. The announcement was issued during the park’s 50th Anniversary celebration of the Flint Ridge-Mammoth Cave connection, which earned Mammoth Cave the title of longest cave in the world. “The additional six miles of cave is spread out in various…

TRAFFIC ALERT: Beech Bend event to bring heavy traffic to Bowling Green area

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Drivers may want to watch traffic if they plan to travel near the areas of U.S. 31-W Louisville Road/Bypass area and KY 185/Garvin Lane. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 says these roads will have heavy traffic, particularly on Saturday. KYTC says due to an event being held at Beech Bend, they estimate the event could…

Ammonia leak detected at Country Oven Bakery

(Source: Bowling Green Fire Department)BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Fire Department responded to an ammonia leak at Country Oven Bakery at 12:45 p.m. Friday. Seven units – including Battalion 1, Engine 2, Engine 3, Engine 4, Truck 4, Engine 6 and Truck 6 – were dispatched to the scene. According to BGFD, the ammonia leak is now contained….

First case of monkeypox confirmed at WKU

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A case of monkeypox has been detected on Western Kentucky University’s campus. At WKU, one student is currently in quarantine under the supervision of the public health department. Being that the monkeypox disease is not seen as threatening in comparison to COVID, Western’s administration is stepping aside on this particular case. “We did have on positive…

Franklin Drive-In event to benefit eastern Kentucky flood relief

FRANKLIN, Ky. – In need of plans tonight? Check out a movie and help out our neighbors in eastern Kentucky! The Franklin Drive-In Theatre in Simpson County is hosting a double feature in cooperation with Warren RECC with proceeds from admission going to eastern Kentucky flood relief. This Friday and Saturday, movie admission is $20 per carload. Gates open at…

Collision between dump truck and train causes road closure in Park City

(Source: Cave City Fire Department) PARK CITY, Ky. – A road section is closed for an unknown amount of time after a CSX train and dump truck were involved in an injury accident Friday. Glasgow/Barren County Emergency Management deputy director Marcus Thurman stated a dump truck was totaled at 11:10 a.m. this morning in an accident involving a train on…

One Classroom at a Time: Mrs. Mary Stone

Leachman Buick GMC is proud to present the One Classroom at a Time $500 check to Mrs. Mary Stone of Richardsville Elementary. Mrs. Stone will utilize the check to launch a Family Huddles program at Richardsville Elementary. To nominate a deserving teacher who makes a major impact in the classroom and community, visit LeachmanAuto.com/Classroom. Recipients will receive a $500 check to go toward their special classroom project….