Author: WNKY Staff

Glasgow movie theater plan aims for full renovation

STAFF REPORT by Glasgow News 1

Source: Glasgow News 1.GLASGOW, Ky. (Glasgow News 1) – Plans for a full renovation of Glasgow’s existing theater appear to be moving forward, according to local businessman Larry Glass. That’s according to a report by Glasgow News 1. According to the report, Glass stated that “construction pricing has been completed by Kyle Boston and the team at Alliance Corporation in…

Former Murray police sergeant charged with rape involving minor

MURRAY, Ky. – A Murray Police Department sergeant is facing sexual abuse charges. According to a release, the Kentucky State Police was contacted by MPD on May 19 to investigate sexual abuse allegations against 44-year-old Sgt. Justin Swope of Almo. KSP detectives say Swope met with the 15-year-old victim while on duty in 2018. The female victim told detectives about…

Multiple fire departments respond to house fire in Grayson County

Photo source: K105GRAYSON COUNTY – Fire departments responded to a residential fire Tuesday afternoon in Grayson County. According to K105, the Caneyville, Falls of Rough and Leitchfield Fire Departments, along with Grayson Co. Emergency Management, responded to 6064 Falls of Rough (Hwy 79) Upon arrival, firefighters located a two-story structure actively on fire. The home was heavily renovated. Firefighters attacked…

BGMU general manager receives award for leadership, commitment

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green Municipal Utilities General Manager Mark Iverson received the 2026 Richard C. Crawford Distinguished Service Award, according to a release. On Tuesday. Iverson was honored at the Tennessee Valley Public Power Association’s 80th Annual Conference in Louisville. TVPPA recognizes member-system generals or CEOs for their leadership and continued commitment to the industry and community, according…

Warren County voters turn out on primary election day

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Voters were filling up the polls in Warren County on Tuesday. Over at Living Hope Baptist Church, poll workers say they saw nearly 3,000 voters. One poll worker said seeing older and younger voters is the next step to a greater future for Warren County. Clay Diamond, an election clerk, says, “It’s been steady ever since…

Glasgow man charged with attempted sodomy involving child

BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – A Glasgow man is facing an attempted sodomy charge involving a child. According to a uniform citation, the Glasgow Police Department arrested 30-year-old Isaiah Carter of Glasgow on Tuesday on a complaint warrant. Authorities say Carter is facing a charge of first-degree sodomy, victim under 12 years of age (attempt). Carter remains at the Barren County…

BRADD, Warren County secure $850,000 grant for new DSSKY facility

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The new Buddy House is one step closer to becoming a reality. The Barren River Area Development District (BRADD) and the Warren County Fiscal Court secured $850,000 to construct the new Down Syndrome of Southern Kentucky (DSSKY) Buddy House, according to a release. DSSKY is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit that provides education, networking, and support to…

Harmon secures third term as Warren County Jailer

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Warren County Jailer Stephen Harmon secured a third term Tuesday. Harmon defeated challenger Javen Roberson in the GOP Primary, securing nearly 80% of the vote. “So, having opposition in this last run, it’s been a lot of work. But fortunately for me, I’ve had the men and women of the Warren County Jail’s support. They’ve been…

Page named Glasgow Middle School principal

GLASGOW, Ky. – Glasgow Independent Schools named Amy Page the new principal of Glasgow Middle School on Tuesday. According to a release, Page has served as an educator for over 20 years across all grade levels. She was Assistant Principal and Career & Technical Education Coordinator for the last five years at GMS. “I believe strong relationships and a positive…