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Six people charged in alleged poaching ring, says KY Fish and Wildlife

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Six people are facing charges related to an alleged poaching ring in Hardin and Grayson counties following a year-long investigation. According to a release, the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources 3rd District is investigating a group that they believe is responsible for the illegal killing of several hundred animals, including deer, turkey, foxes and a domestic pet….

Former Portland restaurant manager convicted in sexual exploitation case

Source: Thomas Dean, District Attorney General, Sumner County, TN. PORTLAND, Tenn. – A former restaurant manager in Portland, Tennessee has been convicted in a sexual exploitation case involving a teen job seeker. That’s according to a social media post Thursday by Thomas Dean, district attorney general for Sumner County. Forty-two-year-old Landon Justin Long now has multiple child sexual abuse-related convictions…

Bowling Green man charged with sexual abuse of juvenile

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is charged with sexual abuse of a juvenile following an investigation. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department responded to Lynwood Way to serve a parole warrant to 32-year-old Lindsey Reeder on Thursday. Reeder allegedly avoided police for several weeks. Reeder was also being sought in regard to a…

House destroyed in fire in Christian County

Source: WKDZ. CHRISTIAN COUNTY, Ky. (WKDZ) – A home in Christian County is reportedly destroyed after a fire Thursday morning. According to a report by WKDZ, the fire occurred at a home on 110 Johnston Street in Christian County. WKDZ reports Christian County emergency personnel stated they were notified of smoke coming from a home, and upon arrival, they saw…

Lady Toppers fall at home to Kennesaw State on Education Day

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU women’s basketball (5-18, 1-11 CUSA) dropped a 55-51 decision to Kennesaw State (12-11, 5-7 CUSA) on Thursday afternoon in E.A. Diddle Arena. HOW IT HAPPENED Torri James, Tia Shelling, Trinity Rowe, Zsofia Telegdy and Salma Khedr were the first five on the court for WKU for the third consecutive game. It is the sixth time…

Allen Co. school to participate in National No One Eats Alone Day on Friday

Plastic tray with tasty food and fork on light blue wooden table, closeup. School lunch. Source: Envato/By by africaimages.ALLEN COUNTY, Ky. – An Allen County School is teaming up with WellCare to host an event aimed at encouraging a sense of belonging for students. On Friday, Feb. 13, middle school students at Allen County Intermediate Center will participate in No…

Man cited after dog attack in Christian Co.

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. – One man has been cited following a reported dog attack that left one dog dead in Hopkinsville. According to a uniform citation, the Hopkinsville Police Department responded Tuesday evening for a report of a dog leaving a backyard and fatally attacking another dog. Authorities say the incident occurred on Lucky Debonair Drive. The owner of the dog…

Kentucky’s Metals Innovation Initiative names sustainability project coordinator

Credit: M2. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Kentucky’s Metals Innovation Initiative (M12) team has named Laura Haury as its sustainability project coordinator. According to a release Thursday by the company, Haury will work to bridge manufacturing operations, environmental stewardship and public education. The company says she will also focus on recycling efforts, environmental education and outreach. In partnership with The Recycling…

Green County man charged with child sexual abuse material offenses

GREENSBURG, Ky. – A Green County man is behind bars on child sexual abuse material offenses. The Kentucky State Police says its Electronic Crime Branch arrested 38-year-old Johnathan Taylor at midnight on Thursday. Taylor was arrested following an undercover online investigation. Authorities say that investigation began after discovering Taylor sharing images of child sexual abuse material online. As a result,…

Duke named WNKY News 40 station manager, general sales manager

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Marquee Broadcasting Kentucky has selected Chad Duke as Station Manager and General Sales Manager of WNKY News 40, effective Feb. 9. Former WNKY News 40 General Manager Julie Milam announced her departure after 17 years on Feb. 6. Milam was named Executive Vice President of Partnership Services for the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce. Duke’s…