Author: WNKY Staff
Decision 2020 – Todd Alcott
This 2020 Election season, WNKY 40 News is committed to providing an in-depth look at each candidate running for prominent local races. The next candidate we’re profiling is Todd Alcott, running for mayor in Bowling Green. All other candidates have been contacted and invited to appear on our show. For more Decision 2020 coverage, click here.
Living Well – Herd immunity
Now more than ever, we’re hearing about the concept of herd immunity when it comes to the coronavirus. Countries like Sweden have taken that approach, but many experts say that strategy is simply too dangerous. Today’s Living Well explains why.
Let’s Make A Meal – S & D Soul Favorites
S & D Soul Favorites in Bowling Green’s Historic Shake Rag District offers soul food classics, from catfish to chicken wings and their specialty: The Dump. WNKY’s Tej Joshi takes us there to tell their story and give a look at the specialty dish.
Conservation officers investigating after Hopkinsville man dies in hunting incident
Courtesy Ky Dept. of Fish & Wildlife Resources
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 19, 2020) – Conservation officers with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources are investigating after a Hopkinsville man was shot and killed in a hunting incident Sunday, Oct. 18 near Crofton. Officers were notified of the incident around 6:30 p.m. CDT and responded to the 23000 block of McKinney Road along with Kentucky State Police…
Flora’s Hidden Heroes – Dennis Basham
Retired Edmonson County woodworker Dennis Basham builds miniature barns, complete with farm animals and tractors, and donates them to charity. His barns fetch a couple thousand dollars apiece at these auctions, a large sum of money that he couldn’t donate on his own fixed income. Basham is this week’s Hidden Hero.
SoKY’s Choice – Ralphie’s Fun Center
Ralphie’s Fun Center is a family-friendly attraction in Glasgow, open and coping with COVID- 19 in a variety of new ways. WNKY’s Tej Joshi takes us there in this week’s SoKY’s Choice. For operating hours and upcoming special events, click here.
Sunrise Spotlight – Mayor Bruce Wilkerson
Outgoing Bowling Green Mayor Bruce Wilkerson sits down with WNKY’s Tej Joshi to discuss life, his health and his time serving the Bowling Green community in office. For our complete Decision 2020 coverage, click here.
Living Well – Oral rinse test
If you don’t like the idea of getting your nose swabbed to test for COVID-19, you might be in luck. In Louisville, researchers are trying out a new oral rinse test. Today’s Living Well explains.