Author: WNKY Staff

WKU FB: McIvor Throws 5 TDs To Lead Hilltoppers Past North Alabama 55-6

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Quarterback Maverick McIvor threw for 305 yards and five touchdowns, the Hilltopper defense didn’t allow a touchdown and WKU Football improved to 2-0 with a 55-6 victory over North Alabama on Saturday at Houchens-Smith Stadium. HOW IT HAPPENED After Dave Herard recovered a muffed punt, George Hart III capped off a four-play, 13-yard scoring drive with a 1-yard…

Missing 1-year-old last seen with mother, TBI issues Endangered Child Alert

SPEEDWELL, Tenn. – An endangered child alert has been issued for a missing child after it was last seen with its mother in Tennessee. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says Ashton Franklin, 1, of Claiborne County, was last seen with his biological mother, Christine Franklin, 30, near Berry Hollow Road in Speedwell, Tennessee. TBI says Ashton Franklin is 2’6″, weighs…

1 dead, 1 injured in fatal collision on I-65 in Warren County

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – One person is dead and another was flown after a collision Saturday in Warren County. According to the Kentucky State Police, troopers received a call just before 5 p.m. about a fatal collision near the 15-mle marker of Interstate 65 north. According to authorities, a preliminary investigation revealed 80-year-old Garland Johnson of McDonough, Georgia was traveling…

Motorcyclist killed in fatal Russell County crash

RUSSELL COUNTY, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating a fatal crash in Russell County. KSP Public Affairs Officer Trooper Jonathan Houk says Troopers responded to a two-vehicle collision on KY 379 on Friday at approximately 8:45 pm. KSP’s preliminary investigation shows William Miller, 55, of Russell Springs, was driving a motorcycle north on KY 379 when it stopped for…

KY 1153 Sandy Creek Road over Grassy Lick Road in Butler County reopens

RELEASE: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (Aug. 30, 2025) – A project to replace the drainage structure on KY 1153 Sandy Creek Road over Grassy Lick Creek in southern Butler County continues, but the roadway has reopened. Motorists should use caution and expect work to still be taking place. The roadway was closed at this location earlier this month. The bulk of the…

Service One names Justin Morris as new CEO

Source: Service One Credit Union. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Service One Credit Union has appointed Justin Morris as chief executive officer. Morris, who also serves as President, brings two decades of experience and a deep commitment to the organization’s mission of “Service to Others.” Morris’ journey includes going from a part-time teller to CEO. According to Service One, he began…

Service One Credit Union doubles Shred Day donations to Kids on the Block

Source: Service One Credit Union. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Service One Credit Union presented a donation to Kentucky Kids on the Block, funded by the contributions of the annual Community Shred Day event on Aug. 23. You can learn more about Shred Day here. Service One says the event provides a secure way for the community to dispose of old…

1 dead, 1 arrested on DUI charge after crash in Cumberland County

BURKESVILLE, Ky. – One person is dead and another is behind bars after a deadly crash in Monroe County. According to the Kentucky State Police, troopers responded Thursday at 9:39 p.m. to a single-vehicle injury collision on Sulphur Creek Road in Cumberland County. Authorities say preliminary investigation findings indicate 66-year-old Ronald Huser of Lebanon, Indiana, was traveling on Sulphur Creek…

Monroe County woman charged with operating horse under influence

TOMPKINSVILLE, Ky. – A Monroe County woman is charged regarding allegedly riding a horse while intoxicated. According to a uniform citation, the Tompkinsville Police Department received a call on Thursday regarding a reported animal abuse case involving people striking a horse off of West Fourth Street. Police say upon arrival, they observed 25-year-old Kalie Hill of Tompkinsville sitting on a…