Author: WNKY Staff

Fire crews, deputies responding to fire on Plano Road

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Warren County Fire Department System is responding to a structure fire in the 1300 block of Plano Road Thursday evening. Plano Fire Chief Kevin Bailey says units responded to the scene at approximately 5:30 pm. Units located a detached garage on fire. The garage and two vehicles are a total loss. Bailey says the heat…

Graves Gilbert announces return of Health Walks at Lost River Cave

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A health walk series is returning for its third year in 2026. Lost River Cave and Graves Gilbert Clinic announced the return of their Health Walks on Thursday. The walks are designed to provide more focus on building health and community connection, according to a release. LRC and GGC say new activities will be introduced this…

SKYPAC generates $16.8M in economic activity, according to study

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A recent economic impact study shows that a Bowling Green performance arts facility brings in millions in economic activity. According to a release, the Kentucky League of Cities conducted an economic impact study that shows that the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKYPAC) generates an estimated $16.8 million in total economic activity in South Central Kentucky….

Emergency personnel responds to accident with entrapment in Warren County

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Multiple agencies responded to an accident with entrapment on Thursday. According to a social media post, the Warren County Fire Department System says units were dispatched to the intersection of Rich Pond Road and Nashville Road to a multi-vehicle accident with entrapment. Units from the Bowling Green Fire Department, Browning Fire Department and Woodburn Volunteer Fire…

Wanted Bowling Green man arrested, allegedly steals money from seniors

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is in custody after a multi-state search. According to a release, the Bowling Green Police Department arrested 41-year-old Matthew Wayne Hicks on multiple arrest warrants on Tuesday. BGPD says the Gallatin Police Department in Tennessee contacted them to request assistance in locating Hicks. GPD told officers that Hicks targets and takes advantage…

Fire units respond to hazardous materials incident in Warren County

Photo source: Warren County Emergency ManagementBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Warren County Fire Department System responded to an unknown hazardous materials incident on Wednesday afternoon. According to a social media post, units responded to Boiling Springs Road on a report of a 500–1,000-gallon propane tank that was open next to a grain silo. Engines from the Richardsville Fire Department and…

Butler, Todd Counties receive state funding for site developments

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Governor Andy Beshear announced speed-to-market and site development initiatives in Kentucky on Thursday. According to a release, 16 project investments across 18 counties received approval for $12.4 million in state funding. The Kentucky Product Development Initiative (KPDI) provides funding for communities to boost site investments and building upgrades. Two local communities will receive funds. Morgantown Industrial Holding…

Dugas Park announces opening of new mountain bike trail

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A new community destination is coming to life in Scottsville. The new mountain bike trail at Dugas Park is scheduled to open in April, according to a release. The trail will offer approximately 1.5 miles of rideable terrain for beginners to intermediate riders. “We’re building something that will continue to grow over time. Our goal is to…

Stephens named director of pupil personnel for BGISD

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Independent School District announced its new Director of Pupil Personnel on Thursday. Clay Stephens will join the administrative staff on July 1, 2026. Stephens is currently an assistant principal at Bowling Green High School. In his new role, Stephens will be responsible for maintaining attendance records, overseeing mental health and social work services,…

Cut gas line shuts down Glasgow intersection, police say

GLASGOW, Ky. – A Glasgow roadway is closed due a cut gas line. Glasgow Police Department Major Terry Flatt says the intersection of Happy Valley Road and North Race Street is currently closed due to the cut gas line. Flatt says emergency crews are on scene and repairing the line. The closure time is undetermined. GPD asks motorists to seek…