Author: WNKY Staff
Women’s History Month Proclamation signed in Glasgow
Photo courtesy of Glasgow-Barren County KY Tourism Facebook page.GLASGOW, Ky. – On Friday, March 18, the City of Glasgow and City of Barren met for the official signing of the Women’s History Month Proclamation. The proclamation recognized March 2022 as Women’s History Month and presented the 2022 theme as “Providing Healing, Promoting Hope.” Barren County Judge Executive Micheal Hale and…
Captain of Warren County Sheriff’s Office graduates FBI’s National Academy
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Captain Curtis Hargett recently became the first member of WCSO to graduate from the FBI’s National Academy, according to a social media post by the sheriff’s office. Hargett participated in the 10-week program in Quantico, Virginia. The training focused on intelligence theory, terrorism management, management science, law, behavioral science, law enforcement communication and forensic science. Nominations…
Warren Central bests Murray in Second Round of the Sweet Sixteen
LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Warren Central Dragons defeated the Murray Tigers, 54-48 advancing to the semi-final round of the UK Healthcare Sweet Sixteen Tournament. Jaiden Lawrence led the way for Warren Central with 13 points, six rebounds, and two assists, while Omari Glover tallied 11 points, five rebounds, and three assists. The Dragons will play Covington Catholic on Saturday at 1:30…
Nunn’s Gem Leads Tops to 6-0 Shutout Win Over UTEP
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Softball picked up its fourth shutout win of the season with Friday’s series-opening 6-0 win over UTEP on The Hill. Shelby Nunn secured a career-best 12 strikeouts while picking up her third complete-game shutout of the season. Brylee Hage finished with another multi-hit game while Abby Newman added a multi-RBI outing in the win. “Great team…
Update: missing juvenile in Logan County found
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – Eleven-year-old Tristan Settles of Logan County has been found, according to Logan County Sheriff Stephen Stratton. Around 5 p.m. Friday afternoon, the Logan County Sheriff’s Office received information about Tristan’s whereabouts. The child was found alive and healthy. No other information has been released. The investigation is still ongoing. – The Logan County Sheriff’s Office is still…
How $1.6 million will be used to rehabilitate pedestrian bridge
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Newly announced work on College Street Bridge will likely begin this summer. Gov. Andy Beshear presented the city with $1.6 million Thursday to begin rehabilitation on the College Street Pedestrian Bridge. Officials said the bridge is structurally sound but keeping up maintenance, like bracing and decking repairs, is important for the historic landmark. “We have to…
BGFD firefighter applications due today
Photo courtesy of Bowling Green Fire DepartmentBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Applications to be a firefighter at the Bowling Green Fire Department are due Friday, according to a social media post by the City of Bowling Green. Requirements include being at least 18 years of age, having a high school diploma, eligibility to work in the U.S. and a valid driver’s…
Owensboro man charged with rape
OWENSBORO, Ky. – On Wednesday, Kentucky State Police arrested a man suspected of having a sexual relationship with a woman with an intellectual disability in Ohio County. According to a social media post by KSP, the arrest was in relation to a 2021 investigation that recently led to an indictment and warrant by the Ohio County Grand Jury. Greg A….
Man shot at Lampkin Park
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Thursday night around 9:00 p.m., Bowling Green Police Department responded to 938 Morgantown Road in reference to a shooting. According to a report by BGPD, dispatch indicated a victim sustained a gunshot wound to his right arm and the suspect had fled the scene. The suspect was driving a gray Kia passenger vehicle with black rims…
