Author: WNKY Staff

Beshear: Kentucky General Fund to reach surplus for 2022

File PhotoFRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear announced Tuesday that Kentucky’s fiscal year 2022 General Fund receipts grew at the highest rate in 31 years. According to a release by the governor’s office, The Office of State Budget Director reported 14.6% growth over last year and noted that General Fund receipts totaled $14.7 billion, surpassing the budgeted estimate by $945.4…

Blood Assurance seeking blood donations, holds blood drive at ballpark

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Blood Assurance teamed up with the Hot Rods today to gather much-needed blood donations. On Monday, the Blood Assurance Bus accepted blood donations until 3 p.m. If you donated today, you could win a $20 Amazon or Mastercard gift card. One donor could also win two tickets to the Hot Rods’ Baseball game on July 23….

Burn ban lifted in Warren County

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The burn ban in Warren County has been lifted due to recent rain. According to an executive order posted by Plano Fire Department, Warren County Judge-Executive Michael Buchanon lifted the ban July 11. Buchanon stated citizens should still be cautious with all outdoor controlled burns. According to the Bowling Green Fire Department, fireworks are still not…

CASA welcomes new executive director

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Court Appointed Special Advocates of South Central Kentucky has announced Melinda Hill as its new executive director. CASA is a non-profit organization that supports and promotes court-appointed volunteer advocacy for youth who have experienced neglect or abuse. CASA stated in a release that it believes that every child should be allowed to thrive in a loving…

KSP searching for escaped inmate

LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police is searching for an escaped inmate from the Lexington area. According to KSP, around 1 p.m. Saturday, July 9, David D. Lewis, an inmate of Blackburn Correctional Complex, removed his ankle monitor while staying at Hope Recovery Residence. Lewis walked away and was last seen wearing blue jeans and a white sleeveless shirt…