Author: WNKY Staff

WKU police investigating catalytic converter theft on campus

April 9, 2026

WNKY Staff,

Source: WKU Police Department. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Western Kentucky University Police Department is investigating a reported catalytic converter theft on campus. According to police, an SUV pictured above was involved in the theft. Authorities say the incident occurred in the Parking and Transportation lot around 12:48 a.m. on Tuesday. Those who have information on this case can contact…

SOKY Speaks: Miss Magnolia Senior Citizens Beauty Pageant

April 9, 2026

WNKY Staff,

For today’s SOKY Speaks, joining us today in studio is Kyle Hadley to tell us all about the upcoming production of the Miss Magnolia Senior Citizens Beauty Pageant.

Bowling Green FedEx facility to close in August

April 9, 2026

WNKY Staff,

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green FedEx facility is expected to close in August. An associate with FedEx Media Relations confirmed Thursday the Bowling Green FedEx Ship Center at 2731 Griffin Drive will close in four months. The full statement includes the following: “I can confirm that a Bowling Green FedEx facility will close in August. Because there are…

1 dead, 1 flown after motorcycle wreck in Franklin

April 9, 2026

WNKY Staff,

FRANKLIN, Ky. – One man is dead after a crash Wednesday in Franklin. According to the Kentucky State Police, just before 6 p.m. Wednesday, troopers received a call about an injury collision. Authorities arrived on scene in the 1200 block of Witt Road. Troopers say a preliminary investigation found a Harley-Davidson motorcycle operated by 47-year-old Jared Jones of Salem, Indiana…

Bowling Green man arrested after multiple alleged hit-and-runs

April 9, 2026

WNKY Staff,

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is facing multiple charges after several alleged hit-and-runs involving vehicles Thursday morning. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department was flagged down at 12:45 a.m. by a driver off of Chestnut Street and East 13th Avenue, who stated they had just witnessed a car strike several parked vehicles before…

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LifeSkills and Pennyroyal Center to host virtual hiring event for Kentucky therapists

April 9, 2026

WNKY Staff,

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — LifeSkills and Pennyroyal Center of Western and South Central Kentucky are hosting a virtual hiring event for therapists. According to organizers, the event will take place on Friday, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees will be able to meet hiring managers and program directors, exploring multiple programs and career paths, along with same-day…

Man charged in Mercer County drug bust

April 9, 2026

WNKY Staff,

HARRODSBURG, Ky. – One man is behind bars on multiple drug charges out of Harrodsburg. According to the Harrodsburg Police Department, officers executed a search warrant at a home on North Main Street in Harrodsburg on April 1. During the investigation, officers say they seized suspected fentanyl, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, prescription medications, U.S. currency and two handguns. Authorities say 69-year-old…

Southern Coil Solutions launches new rail-served facility, SCS-02, at Kentucky Transpark

April 9, 2026

WNKY Staff,

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – On Thursday, Southern Coil Solutions announced its newest facility, SCS-02, is officially online and fully operational with direct rail service, making the company the first to receive rail access via the ITA (Bowling Green ITA) spur in the Kentucky Transpark in Bowling Green. According to a release by the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, SCS-02…

Polanco and Mateo Power Hot Rods Over Emperors 6-5

April 8, 2026

WNKY Staff,

Bowling Green, Kentucky – Narciso Polanco and Angel Mateo both blasted two-run homers, completing a come-from-behind win, powering the Bowling Green Hot Rods (3-2) past the Rome Emperors (3-2) on Wednesday night, 6-5 victory at Bowling Green Ballpark. The Emperors scored a run against Hot Rods’ starter Garrett Gainey in the top of the first inning. Eric Hartman launched a solo…

Kentucky State Police investigate alleged assault at Madison Co. Detention Center

April 8, 2026

WNKY Staff,

RICHMOND, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police says it is investigating an alleged assault at the Madison County Detention Center. Troopers say they were contacted on March 27 just before 8 a.m. in reference to an alleged assault that occurred at the Madison County Detention Center involving a detention center employee and an inmate. Authorities say preliminary information indicates KSP…