Author: WNKY Staff

Health News – COVID vaccine for kids

Parents are one step closer to getting their young children vaccinated against COVID-19. The Food and Drug Administration granted emergency use authorization on Friday of Pfizer’s COVID vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11. The CDC still needs to greenlight use of the vaccine. But as today’s Health News explores, that could happen as early as Tuesday.

Warren County Judge-Executive Mike Buchanon will not seek re-election

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – After seven terms as Judge-Executive, Mike Buchanon confirmed with News 40 that he will not run for re-election. “Although it’s been a difficult decision to leave the job I love and the relationships I’ve built over the years, I am confident that the current magistrates have the experience and seasoned skills to continue leading this county in…

Barren County Detention Center employee arrested, faces drug charges

Glasgow, KY. (October 29th, 2021) –  Friday morning around 9:00 A.M. the Kentucky State Police was contacted by the Barren County Jailer with information of an employee possibly in possession of drugs in the facility.  Troopers responded to the Barren County Detention Center to investigate. Trooper David Hall along with KSP Canine “Akim” arrived at the Barren County Detention Center….

Bowling Green leaf pick-up begins!

BOWLING GREEN, KY: For those of you eager to keep it clean in Bowling Green, leaf pick-up begins Monday, November 1. Bowling Green Public works asks that you rake loose leaves to the curb. Be careful not to pile them over grates or drains on the street and avoid parking your car in front of leaf piles. For more information…

Glasgow Attempted Robbery

GLASGOW, KY: Glasgow Police have a teen behind bars for attempted robbery. Authorities were called to South Green Market Thursday after receiving a call about a robbery. The cashier told police that a boy came up to the counter and handed him a note that read, “Put the money in the bag with the drink and no problems, Thank you.”…