Author: WNKY Staff

Bluegrass Supply Chain Services to invest $25 million, build second location in Warren County

(Source: Blue Grass Supply Chain Services)BOWLING GREEN, Ky.– Bluegrass Supply Chain Services is expanding and building its second location in the community. According to the office of Gov. Andy Beshear, the company’s $25 million investment will create 110 new jobs in the area. “I want to thank the leaders at Bluegrass Supply Chain Services for growing the company’s presence in…

UPDATE: Logan County man charged with burglary

LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – Authorities have arrested one man and are still searching for another following a burglary in Logan County. On Aug. 1 around 2:23 a.m., the Todd County Sheriff’s Office was contacted about an individual that had been brought to Jennie Stuart Medical Center with a gunshot wound, according to Logan County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities stated the victim…

August 8th Emancipation Day Celebration

RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – In Western Kentucky and Tennessee, August 8th is celebrated as Emancipation Day. In Russellville, the collection of old houses are known as the SEEK Museum, helps to throw a weekend long celebration to commemorate  slaves gaining their freedom. This is one of many communal freedom celebrations in the country. During the weekend there are parades, live music,…

West Nile Virus in Jefferson County

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – In the Louisiville Metro area, the Department of Public Health & Wellness has reported mosquitos infected with West Nile Virus across Jefferson County. West Nile Virus is a disease manifesting through flu-like symptoms and rash. When an individual is dealing with a severe case, one can develop Encephalitis and Meningitis. Chances of contracting the virus are…

Barren County High School holds Empowering Female Athletes event

GLASGOW, Ky. – Today, Barren County High School hosted an Empowering Female Athletes event. Female middle and high school students from Glasgow and Caverna were invited to learn about how Title IX has affected their academic and sports careers. This year is the 50th anniversary of Title IX, which is a landmark gender equity law that passed as part of…

WKU police searching for man in connection with theft

(Source: Western Kentucky University Police Department) BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The WKU Police Department says it needs the public’s help in identifying the person above in reference to a theft. Please call 270-745-2548 or 270-745-COPS with any tips. Callers may remain anonymous.