Author: WNKY Staff

3 sentenced in Bowling Green federal drug trafficking conspiracy

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A third person has been sentenced in a Bowling Green federal drug trafficking conspiracy. The latest sentence took place March 7 for Glenn Budd, 41. The United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky says it sentenced Budd to 10 years in prison, followed by five years of supervised release. Officials say Glenn planned…

UK track, theatre alum heading to ‘The Voice’

By Whitney Hale/University of Kentucky News

Source: UK AthleticsLEXINGTON, Ky. – A graduate from the University of Kentucky plans to showcase her voice to compel one or more of the four judges to turn their chair on “The Voice.” Chloe Abbott, a track and 2020 theatre alumna, will compete in the Blind Auditions airing 8 p.m. tonight and 9 p.m. tomorrow, March 13 and 14, on…

Police: Glasgow man detained after several rounds fired into vehicle

GLASGOW, Ky. – Police have one man in custody after they say shots were fired last week. Glasgow police responded Wednesday to Adams Place in Glasgow for a report that a man had fired multiple shots into a vehicle. Police say the vehicle was occupied by a man at the time of the incident, but no one was injured. During…

Boy Scouts race to win in Pinewood Box Derby

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Jennings Creek Elementary School welcomed the Boy Scouts on Saturday. The Boy Scouts held their Pinewood Box Derby and found some winners to send over to the district derby. There were three total winners, with participants representing 15 total counties. The scouts make it sound easy narrowing the setup of their car to three steps, but…

Women in the Arts gives spotlight to talent in Kentucky

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Med Center Health held their 31st Women in the Arts exhibit this past weekend. Women artists from across the state came to showcase everything, from paintings, sculptures and ceramics to works on paper, fiber works and photography. The awards included the Special Purchase, Cash Merit, Honorable Mention and the Artworks Award. Many women took the time…

WHAT’S HAPPENING SOKY – Lion King Jr.

In today’s What’s Happening SoKY, we sit down with Adam Wallace and Lainey Kate Tolbert live in studio to talk more about the production of Lion King Jr. Shows are on March 17th and 18th at 7pm, and March 19th at 3pm. tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children. You’ll be able to buy those tickets here.  The…

SUNRISE SPOTLIGHT – Fan Fest

For today’s edition of Sunrise Spotlight, brought to you by the German American Bank, we sit down with Kyle Wolz live in studio to talk more about Fan Fest and other fun going on at Bowling Green Ballpark. Fore more information click here. 

PET OF THE DAY – Fluffy

Today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank and Trust is Fluffy. Fluffy is very lovable and loves to be held and cuddled. They are also adventurous and love to explore new environments. Fluffy is also good with families. Adopt Fluffy today from the Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society.

Lady Toppers Come Up Short in C-USA Title Game

FRISCO, Texas — WKU women’s basketball fell, 82-70, in the Conference USA championship game on Saturday to No. 25 Middle Tennessee. The Lady Toppers’ season will continue in the WNIT. The WNIT bracket will be announced on Monday, March 13. “I told the girls I’m proud of their effort and I’m proud of how hard they’ve played all season and…