Author: WNKY Staff
Sunrise Spotlight – FSP presents ‘Father of the Bride’
On today’s edition of Sunrise Spotlight brought to you by German American Bank, we sit down with Brindlee Price and Nathan Simpson to talk about the Fountain Square Players’ upcoming production of ‘Father of the Bride.’ For more information, click here.
Health News – Prosopagnosia: What is it?
Award-winning actor Brad Pitt is opening up at prosopagnosia. It’s a neurological disorder with which he says he’s been struggling, but hasn’t been officially diagnosed. Today’s Health News has more on the condition and its effects on those who have it.
Srebrenica Genocide Walk held at Circus Square Park
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A memorial was held at Circus Square Park marking the 27th anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide which took place July 11, 1995. Many members of the community, including Bowling Green Mayor Todd Alcott and Kentucky State Representative Patti Minter, took the 8,372-step march to honor the at least 8,372 men and boys who lost their lives…
Historic Railpark Train Museum hosts annual BG Wine Festival
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Thousands of people flocked to Bowling Green to take part in this year’s BG Wine Festival at the Historic Railpark Train Museum. Guests were able to sample wines, shop for clothing and listen to some live music provided by Marquee Backstage. Executive Director Jaime Johnson says events, like the wine festival, help showcase the Historic Railpark Train…
Steenbergen Farms holds 2nd Annual Sunflower Festival
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – Steenbergen Farm hosted its second annual Sunflower Festival. The festival featured the iconic yellow and black flowers, as well as local vendors who provided food, clothing, and other flowers for sale. Eventgoers were able to take photos in the sunflower fields and even bring home their own sunflowers. Steenbergen Farms’ Molly Steenbergen always looks forward to holding…
BikeWalk BG provides Bike Riding Lessons with Mobile Bike Program
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – BikeWalk BG took their Mobile Bike Program to Preston Miller Park to help teach children about riding a bicycle. Volunteers created a bike course in the parking lot for children to maneuver between the cones and learn how to use a crosswalk with a bicycle. BikeWalk BG Coordinator Karissa Lemon is always happy to help children grow…
KSP: One dead in officer-involved shooting in Barren County
CAVE CITY, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred around 4:30 a.m. Saturday morning in Barren County. According to a release by KSP, KSP detectives and KSP’s critical incident response team have arrived on the scene at the request of Barren County Sheriff’s Office. KSP states the investigation remains ongoing. A male suspect was…
Beshear welcomes Passport’s One Stop Help Center with ribbon cutting
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear visited Bowling Green Friday to welcome Passport Health Plan’s One Stop Help Center. The new help center, which will help our community to stay healthy and provide job opportunities, was unveiled with a ribbon cutting. In addition, the center will bring connection and engagement within the community. This One Stop Shop Help Center…
101st Airborne Division deploys to Europe for first time in nearly 80 years
Screaming Eagles deploy to Europe. (Source: Sgt. 1st Class Sinthia Rosario) FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. – Hundreds of Screaming Eagle Soldiers departed Fort Campbell Wednesday for their nine-month deployment to the European Command theater of operations. According to a release by Fort Campbell, the soldiers’ deployment is to assure NATO allies and deter Russian aggression in the region. This is the…
