Author: WNKY Staff

‘It’s definitely life changing:’ grocery run leads to Kentucky Lottery win

Source: Kentucky Lottery. LEITCHFIELD, Ky. – A Leitchfield couple is celebrating a life changing Kentucky Lottery win. According to lottery officials, the couple, who wishes to remain anonymous, won $40,000 on a scratch-off ticket. While waiting for her husband to get off work, officials say his wife decided to go grocery shopping at Walmart on Elizabethtown Road in Leitchfield. While…

Tennessee man charged following pursuit in Todd County

ELKTON, Ky. – A Tennessee man is apprehended following a pursuit through Todd County on Sunday. According to a uniform citation, the Todd County Sheriff’s Office observed a vehicle traveling just before 2 a.m. Sunday with one headlight on Guthrie Road at Frogue Road. While approaching the vehicle head on, deputies say the vehicle then turned on its high beams….

Bowling Green man charged after police find stolen gun, cocaine

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is facing multiple charges connected to a stolen gun. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department responded Monday around 1:24 p.m. to assist in a residence search off of the 600 block of East Fourth Avenue. Police say a complaint had stated 71-year-old Thomas Duncan of Bowling Green possessed…

Glasgow police respond to injury collision, 1 transported to hospital

GLASGOW, Ky. – One person has been transported for treatment following a collision in Glasgow on Tuesday. According to the Glasgow Police Department, the reported injury collision occurred at the intersection of State Avenue and Lexington Drive. Police say they learned a 2022 GMC Terrain driven by Charlotte Perkins was traveling eastbound on Lexington Drive and was attempting to turn…

Kentucky author Silas House to discuss 2 new books at The Capitol

Source: Warren County Public Library. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Warren County Public Library will hose award-winning author Silas House at the Capitol on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. According to the library, House will discuss his two new books, “All These Ghosts” and “Dead Man Blues.” Free copies of the books will be given away to those who attend,…

KSP Post 3 troopers and officers recognized at annual awards ceremony

Source: Kentucky State Police. LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police honored 61 troopers, detectives and officers who went above and beyond the call of service during their Sworn Awards Ceremony. This annual event highlights those who are dedicated to protecting Kentucky’s 120 counties with a mission of creating a safer commonwealth for future generations. The awards presented were for…

Glasgow road closure to impact traffic

GLASGOW, Ky. – Drivers traveling through Glasgow should be prepared for a road closure this week. Glasgow/Barren County Emergency Management says on Wednesday, Oct. 1, Lyon School Road will be closed from the 2670 block to the 3742 block in various locations. This is due to cross tile replacement. Work is set to begin at 8 a.m. and continue until…

Broadway Happy Hour to be hosted at SKYPAC

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – You can get sneak peek of the incoming Greenwood Ford Lincoln Broadway season. On Tuesday, Sept. 30, the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center is hosting a Broadway Happy Hour. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the event beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy vocal performances by the Ramsey Theatre Company, a Q&A with Diane DiCroce, producing artistic…

McDonald’s brings back decades old ‘Monopoly’ game

French fries poured out of a bag on a black cement floor.Source: Johnstocker/Envato.(CNN) – McDonald’s is bringing back a decades old game for customers. The fast food chain’s Monopoly returns to the United States on Oct. 6. This promotion, based on the classic Hasbro board game, made its debut at McDonald’s in 1987. In addition to free food, some of…

Honored Survivors announced for American Cancer Society’s Purses, Pouts and Pearls

(l-R) Lori Boyd, Caitlyn Mason, and Brenda Turner. Source: American Cancer Society. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Three cancer survivors are being honored at the 11th Purses, Pouts and Pearls event on Feb. 13. Every year, the event benefits the American Cancer Society through an auction of designer bags and a community gathering of supporters and those impacted by cancer. According…