Author: WNKY Staff
Living Well – Summer safety
There’s growing concern that protecting children from the coronavirus could expose them to other dangers around the home, especially this summer. Today’s Living Well explains.
Infectious disease specialist remains in critical condition
Dr. Rebecca ShadowenBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – One of the area’s leading infectious disease specialists, Dr. Rebecca Shadowen, remains in critical condition at UK Healthcare in Lexington. Shadowen, who works for Med Center Health and is a member of the local COVID response group, is battling COVID-19. Shadowen first announced she had tested positive for COVID-19 on May 13 after contracting…
Emerging Leader – Lee Johnson
This week’s Emerging Leader is Lee Johnson, an assistant principal at Barren County High School. Before becoming an administrator, Johnson spent years as a history teacher. He explains how building relationships with other teachers is key to making sure the students flourish.
What’s Happening SoKY – BG Parks and Recreation continue reopening process
Bowling Green Parks and Recreation continues to reopen many parks and facilities around the city. As Kim Lancaster with the City of Bowling Green explains, the reopening process must be done in phases. Beginning on Monday, June 1, the BGPR Fitness Center will reopen. For more information, click here.
Monday Motivator – Metal artist Emmett Secrest
In today’s Monday Motivator, we learn all about metal art and how one man has made it his hobby. To purchase some of his pieces, click here.
Living Well – Protecting yourself from skin cancer
Before soaking up the rays this summer, take a moment to make sure you are protecting your skin. Experts say there’s more to be worried about than just a painful sunburn. Today’s Living Well has more.
Sunrise Spotlight – Bowling alleys prepare to reopen
As of Monday, June 1, bowling alleys and other indoor attractions are now able to reopen under strict health guidelines. We spoke with Demi Litten with Southern Lanes about the necessary precautions they’re taking to keep their customers safe. To view Gov. Beshear’s Healthy at Work guidelines for bowling alleys, click here. For more information on Southern Lanes, click here.
Driver facing felony charge, accused of striking protester with his vehicle
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is accused of striking a protester twice with the 2015 Chevy Silverado 4X4 he was driving Friday afternoon. About 100 people gathered Friday in downtown Bowling Green to protest the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Protesters marched down Kentucky Street in front of the Bowling Green Police Department with protesters shouting…
