Health News – Drowning is preventable
It’s a major public health issue that’s preventable. Drowning is a leading cause of death in children ages one to four. Today’s Health News has more on how to keep kids safe as the weather gets warmer.
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Batusich Named to C-USA All-Freshman Team
DALLAS – WKU Baseball player Ty Batusich has been named to the Conference USA All-Freshman Team, as announced by league officials Tuesday afternoon. Batusich is just the third Hilltopper to be named to the C-USA All-Freshman Team since WKU entered the league in 2015, joining Jackson Swiney (2019) and Luke Brown (2018). Batusich was one of the top hitters on the…
Bowling Green man sentenced to 11 years for drug, firearm charges
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man was sentenced Monday for charges related to methamphetamine and firearm possession. The man was sentenced to 11 years in prison for possessing, with the intent to distribute, 50 grams or more of methamphetamine and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The sentencing took place in the United States District Court…
Glasgow police to heighten enforcement of seat belts
GLASGOW, Ky. – Starting May 23, Glasgow Police Department is participating in Click It or Ticket. The annual campaign reminds drivers to buckle up as law enforcement efforts heighten from May 23 through June 5. “The Glasgow Police Department worked over 800 accidents last year and seen firsthand severe injuries or loss of life when adults do not wear a…
National drug take back results in 720,000 pounds of discarded medication
Communities across the country supported the annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Across the U.S., people participated by dropping off more than 720,000 pounds of unneeded medications. Kentucky dropped off a total of 10,307 pounds. “National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is an important part of DEA’s efforts to fight the overdose epidemic and save lives,” said DEA Administrator…
SoKY’s Choice – Baby Formula Donations
On today’s edition of SoKY’s Choice, we sit down with Amanda Poteet-Woolen to talk about a baby formula donation spot you can donate to today to help mothers during the current baby formula shortage. For more information, click here.
Health News – Officials try easing Monkeypox concerns
Monkeypox cases across the world are growing. Here in the U.S., the CDC is monitoring six people for possible infections. But as health officials warn more cases could be ahead this week, they’re also easing concerns. Today’s Health News has more on why they say they can contain this virus from spreading.
High School Baseball/Softball Highlights 5/23/22
SCORES Warren East 8 vs. Franklin-Simpson 2 Bowling Green 11 at Logan County 8
Local schools offer free summer meals for children
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Students in need of a meal this summer may not need to look further than Bowling Green Independent Schools and Warren County Public Schools. Starting May 23, BGIS will have free meals available Monday through Friday for children 18 years old and younger despite what school they attend. Open school sites will be at the following:…
