Author: WNKY Staff
Health News – Respiratory viruses on the increase
The continuing surge of COVID-19 is colliding with an unseasonable epidemic of RSV — a respiratory illness — and it’s landing children in hospitals across the country, many of which are already overcrowded. Today’s Health News has more.
FIRST ON 40 – EXCLUSIVE: Warren Circuit Court Judge Steve Wilson will not seek re-election
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Warren Circuit Judge Steve Wilson has decided after nearly 20 years on the bench to hang up his robe when his term expires Jan. 3, 2023. “One day somebody asked me if I was going to run for re-election, it comes up in a couple of months you know, time to petition, and I went home…
The MeTV Network celebrates Ed Asner
Photo Credit: Everett CollectionAugust 30, 2021 – The MeTV Network will celebrate legendary actor Ed Asner with a special presentation of four episodes of The Mary Tyler Moore Show showcasing the seventime Primetime Emmy Award winner in his most iconic role. The tribute begins this Sunday, September 5th at 2pm ET/PT, followed by a special episode of The Alfred Hitchcock…
Warren East volleyball headed to 2A Tournament
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – For the first time ever — Warren East volleyball will participate in the 2A state tournament. The Lady Raiders defeated Hart County and Allen County-Scottsville this weekend to secure their spot in the tournament. Their next match is tomorrow at 5 p.m. against the Bowling Green Purples.
Five Hilltopper greats to be inducted into WKU Athletic Hall Of Fame in 2021 Class
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Five great names in the history of WKU Athletics will be inducted as the 30th class into the WKU Athletic Hall of Fame in ceremonies set for Homecoming weekend this fall. The 2021 class includes Sherrod Coates (football), Jay Davis (football), Donna Doellman Miller (women’s basketball), Janet Jesang (women’s cross country, track & field) and Chris Marcus…
No. 15 WKU Volleyball climbs to highest AVCA ranking in program history
LEXINGTON, Ky. – After opening the season with its best AVCA Preseason ranking at No. 16, WKU Volleyball has climbed to its highest-ever overall ranking in the Week 1 Coaches Poll at No. 15. The Hilltoppers have now ranked in the top 25 in 10 of the last 11 seasons and received votes for 12 consecutive campaigns. Travis Hudson and company…
CBS announces the 18 new castaways competing on the next edition of “Survivor”
CBS announced today the 18 new castaways who will compete against each other on SURVIVOR when the Emmy Award-winning series returns for its 41st season with a two-hour premiere, Wednesday, Sept. 22 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. The series is also available to stream live and on demand on the CBS app and Paramount+. As TV’s preeminent…
Glasgow man arrested, found hiding in basement following a fight
GLASGOW, Ky. – A Glasgow man was found hiding in a basement after reports of physical altercation. On Sunday, the Glasgow Police Department responded to Simmental Lane in reference to a fight call, according to a release. Upon arrival, Officers determined that the suspect identified as Kevin Norman fled from the scene and was hiding in the basement of another…
COVID Stops Here Campaign celebrates over 200 businesses with 70% or higher vaccination rates
FRANKFORT, Ky—In an effort to encourage vaccinations across the state and celebrate businesses that are leading the way in the fight against the coronavirus, the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce launched a campaign that recognizes workplaces with a 70% vaccination rate or higher. Since the start of the campaign in early August, COVID Stops Here has recognized more than 200 businesses…
