BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WNKY News 40 weather chief Chris Allen has been named to the 2025 Kentucky Broadcasters Association Kentucky Mic Hall of Fame. The award honors individuals who have made outstanding personal contributions to the broadcasting profession in Kentucky. In his early life, Allen’s dedication for meteorology was inspired by a childhood fear of storms. Rather than continue…
Source: WKU News. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Western Kentucky University’s Board of Regents voted Friday to extend the contract for President Timothy C. Caboni through 2029. Caboni has served as the institution’s 10th president since 2017. “On behalf of the entire WKU Board of Regents, I am honored to reaffirm our deep confidence in President Caboni’s leadership,” said W. Currie…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – It’s National Donut Day on June 6, and The Salvation Army is sharing its founding role and the true history behind the holiday. During World War I, the nonprofit says women volunteering with them traveled to France and set up field bases near the front lines. Within their makeshift huts, these volunteers provided vital supplies, spiritual…
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A Scottsville man is behind bars after authorities say he is accused of giving an illegal substance to a minor. According to a uniform citation, the Scottsville Police Department received a call through dispatch on Thursday regarding threats made to a 16-year-old male. Police say the caller stated that 59-year-old Troy Hewitt of Scottsville was demanding for…
Bowling Green, Kentucky – After relinquishing a late lead, Ryan Cermak’s walk-off, two-run blast propelled the Bowling Green Bootleggers (30-23) to a 5-4 win over the Jersey Shore BlueClaws (19-34) on Thursday night at Bowling Green Ballpark. Bowling Green began the scoring in the bottom of the third off Jersey Shore starter Estibenzon Jimenez. Hunter Haas hit a leadoff double and…
Source: Office of Gov. Andy Beshear. FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed a 20th death on Thursday related to the May 16-17 severe storms that struck Kentucky. According to Beshear, a McCracken County man was the 20th weather-related death. “Please join Britainy and me in praying for his family and all those affected,” Beshear stated on Facebook. Last month,…
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A Scottsville man is facing attempted murder charges following a shooting. On Thursday morning, the Scottsville Police Department says dispatch received a 911 call around 11:30 a.m. reporting two gunshot victims at 215 N. Welch St. in Scottsville. Police say upon arrival, officers saw a vehicle leaving the scene and began a pursuit. Authorities say this led…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – If you haven’t made it to this week’s Duncan Hines Days events, there’s still time to join in on the fun. Duncan Hines Days, an annual celebration to recognize Bowling Green native Duncan Hines and his love for quality food, is in full swing. Events continue through this weekend, offering a celebration of community, food and…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – HOTEL INC is recognizing Duncan Hines and its own 44th anniversary during its Special First Friday meeting this week. To attend the First Friday meeting, stop by HOTEL INC at 1005 Boatlanding Road at 9 a.m. You can learn about the latest updates thanks to efforts from ReTree BG and Operation PRIDE. Plus, enjoy some coffee…
Happy Thursday! Here are Four Things You Need to Know: There is a chance for rain today, so be prepared to bring a rain jacket. Duncan Hines Day is in full swing today with a vintage car show, Uncle Duncan’s Summer Stroll and Roll Parade, a Community Ice Cream Social at Bowling Green Ballpark and more! The whole family is…
