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Living Well: Cancer Testing

Every year, nearly two million new cases of cancer are diagnosed. Catching the disease early is key to survival and getting genetic testing done can help you know your risks. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, we get answers to some of the most common questions about this type of testing.

Purina recalls prescription dry dog food

Photo credit: U.S. Food and Drug AdministrationPurina is recalling some of its prescription dog food from the possibility of elevated levels of vitamin D. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says the recall includes the company’s Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental prescription dry dog food. Purina says it received two reported instances of dogs showing signs of vitamin…

1st newborn anonymously surrendered to local Safe Haven Baby Box

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A healthy newborn has reportedly been surrendered to a Safe Haven Baby Box in Bowling Green. A press conference will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 10 at Bowling Green Fire Department located at 385 Lovers Lane in Bowling Green. According to a release by the City of Bowling Green, the Baby Box was…

UPDATE: Victims identified in deadly crash in Simpson County

FRANKLIN, Ky. – Authorities have released the names of two people who died in a fatal crash in Simpson County. On Tuesday, the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a traffic collision at 250 Round Pond Church Road. Authorities say a vehicle left the road and struck a tree before catching on fire. At the time, authorities said they were…

Kentucky lawmaker backs bill to fight nursing shortage

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) – Lawmakers are taking action against Kentucky’s nursing shortage with House Bill 200. “Simply put, this bill kickstarts career paths for all Kentuckians interested in health care careers,” Reps. Ken Fleming said. Backed by Fleming and several organizations, HB 200 will allocate at least 65% of its funding for partners to establish scholarships for health care…

Multiple departments respond to structure fire in Warren County

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Multiple departments responded this morning after a large fire on Hunts Lane. News 40 was on the scene at the 1800 block of Hunts Lane as firefighters worked to secure the area. Alvaton Fire Department says that, upon arrival, a large building with farm equipment and vehicles inside was ablaze. While it is unknown what caused…

Logan County man sentenced to 15 years after drug trafficking, firearm offenses

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Logan County man is facing 15 years in federal prison after officials say he possessed methamphetamine. According to court documents, on Oct. 2, 2020, William Horsley, 36, of Russellville possessed with the intent to distribute 59.43 grams of methamphetamine and 527.9 grams of a cutting agent. The South Central Kentucky Drug Task Force says Horsley…

Bowling Green police searching for details on ‘suspicious’ van

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green police say they are investigating a suspicious incident involving a white van. In a social media post, the Bowling Green Police Department says the van had allegedly “followed multiple people” in the Bent Tree Avenue area in Bowling Green. Bowling Green officers are currently seeking video surveillance. If you have a white van on…

Trader Joe’s distribution center to bring 900 jobs to Simpson County

Photo credit: Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development FRANKLIN, Ky. – A Trader Joe’s distribution facility is coming to Simpson County. Simpson County judge-executive Mason Barnes says Trader Joe’s will locate the distribution and assembly center in the Stone-Givens Industrial Park and will be the only one of its type in the U.S. The project will use about 160 acres for…

Sunrise Special – Lost River Sessions

For today’s Sunrise Special, we sit down with Rachel Cato and Amy Combs. They told us about who we can expect to see at Lost River Sessions this month. For February, we get to listen to the musical talents of the Sam Gyllenhaal Band, along with local musician Spooky Fox. This concert takes place at The Capitol on February 16th…