Author: WNKY Staff

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems to expand Simpson County facility with $17 million investment

July 9, 2025

WNKY Staff,

FRANKFORT, Ky. – On Wednesday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems announced a $17 million expansion of its Simpson County facility that will create 76 new full-time jobs. According to the governor’s office, the expansion will increase the company’s product lines, including for electric wiring harnesses for vehicles. In addition, officials say SEWS will add onto its warehousing….

Section of Highway 101 in Scottsville to reopen

July 9, 2025

WNKY Staff,

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A road in Scottsville is reopening Wednesday to traffic. The Scottsville Police Department says Highway 101 between East Poplar Street and East Cedar Street will open at 1 p.m. News 40 will provide additional traffic updates as they are released.

Portion of Siddens Road closed to traffic

July 9, 2025

WNKY Staff,

BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – A portion of Siddens Road at the bridge is closed to traffic in Glasgow until further notice. According to Glasgow/Barren County Emergency Management, drivers should use caution in the area due to construction equipment being present. Officials say a bridge repair is taking place. Do not cross or pass the barricades due to the active construction…

Bowling Green man charged with trespassing

July 9, 2025

WNKY Staff,

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is charged with trespassing after an incident on Wednesday. According to a uniform citation, the Warren County Sheriffs Office responded around 1:10 a.m. to Witt Road for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, deputies say they exited with weapons drawn and located a vehicle in the road occupied by one of…

2 arrested on drug charges in Barren County

July 9, 2025

WNKY Staff,

GLASGOW, Ky. – Two people are facing drug charges in Barren County. According to a uniform citation, the Glasgow Police Department observed a male subject and female subject on Samson Street early Wednesday morning. Police say an officer observed the male subject holding a bag before jumping over a retaining wall. Authorities say upon opening the bag, they found suspected…

Hart Co. man charged with harassing communications, fawn found at home

July 9, 2025

WNKY Staff,

MUNFORDVILLE, Ky. – A Hart County man is charged with harassing communications following a 911 call on Interstate 65. According to a uniform citation, 37-year-old Daniel Hogan of Munfordville called 911 twice on Monday regarding a reckless driving report on I-65 northbound at 53-mile marker. Authorities say they located the reported vehicle and spoke to the driver. Troopers say they…

Cave City police investigating theft, asking for the public’s help

July 9, 2025

WNKY Staff,

CAVE CITY, Ky. – The Cave City Police Department is investigating a theft. CCPD says a theft occurred at a Cave City business, involving two possible suspects (pictured above). If information is available, call Cave City police at 270-773-2441 or Glasgow Dispatch at 270-651-5151.

Community Outdoor Warning Sirens to be tested in Warren County

July 8, 2025

WNKY Staff,

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Emergency officials want the public to be aware of an outdoor warning siren test this week. On Friday, July 11, Warren County Emergency says it will resume its monthly test of the Community Outdoor Warning Sirens. The test will take place at noon and last for a three-minute cycle. Officials say the test will be rescheduled…

Franklin K-9 to retire, community invited to honor Shadow

July 8, 2025

WNKY Staff,

Source: Franklin Police Department. FRANKLIN, Ky. – The Franklin Police Department is inviting the community to celebrate the retirement of K-9 Shadow. With years of dedication, K-9 Shadow is officially retiring. Join the Franklin Police Department on Wednesday, July 9 as one accomplished member of the force hangs up her badge. Starting at 9 a.m., chief Roger Solomon will welcome…

City of Franklin announces lane closures

July 8, 2025

WNKY Staff,

FRANKLIN, Ky. – Multiple road closures are expected in the Franklin area this week. The City of Franklin says on Tuesday, a single lane closure is active on North Street between Willow Lane and Colonial Drive. From Wednesday through Thursday, officials say a single lane will be closed on North Street by Green Street and Railroad Street. The city says…