Author: WNKY Staff

Lady Toppers fall at home to Kennesaw State on Education Day

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU women’s basketball (5-18, 1-11 CUSA) dropped a 55-51 decision to Kennesaw State (12-11, 5-7 CUSA) on Thursday afternoon in E.A. Diddle Arena. HOW IT HAPPENED Torri James, Tia Shelling, Trinity Rowe, Zsofia Telegdy and Salma Khedr were the first five on the court for WKU for the third consecutive game. It is the sixth time…

Allen Co. school to participate in National No One Eats Alone Day on Friday

Plastic tray with tasty food and fork on light blue wooden table, closeup. School lunch. Source: Envato/By by africaimages.ALLEN COUNTY, Ky. – An Allen County School is teaming up with WellCare to host an event aimed at encouraging a sense of belonging for students. On Friday, Feb. 13, middle school students at Allen County Intermediate Center will participate in No…

Man cited after dog attack in Christian Co.

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. – One man has been cited following a reported dog attack that left one dog dead in Hopkinsville. According to a uniform citation, the Hopkinsville Police Department responded Tuesday evening for a report of a dog leaving a backyard and fatally attacking another dog. Authorities say the incident occurred on Lucky Debonair Drive. The owner of the dog…

Kentucky’s Metals Innovation Initiative names sustainability project coordinator

Credit: M2. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Kentucky’s Metals Innovation Initiative (M12) team has named Laura Haury as its sustainability project coordinator. According to a release Thursday by the company, Haury will work to bridge manufacturing operations, environmental stewardship and public education. The company says she will also focus on recycling efforts, environmental education and outreach. In partnership with The Recycling…

Green County man charged with child sexual abuse material offenses

GREENSBURG, Ky. – A Green County man is behind bars on child sexual abuse material offenses. The Kentucky State Police says its Electronic Crime Branch arrested 38-year-old Johnathan Taylor at midnight on Thursday. Taylor was arrested following an undercover online investigation. Authorities say that investigation began after discovering Taylor sharing images of child sexual abuse material online. As a result,…

Duke named WNKY News 40 station manager, general sales manager

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Marquee Broadcasting Kentucky has selected Chad Duke as Station Manager and General Sales Manager of WNKY News 40, effective Feb. 9. Former WNKY News 40 General Manager Julie Milam announced her departure after 17 years on Feb. 6. Milam was named Executive Vice President of Partnership Services for the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce. Duke’s…

Russellville man arrested following traffic stop

RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – A Russellville man is facing multiple charges following a traffic stop Wednesday. According to a uniform citation, the Russellville Police Department stopped a vehicle for a taillight infraction and an improper registration plate. Authorities say upon contact, they could smell marijuana coming from the vehicle. Police say the driver, 24-year-old Nathan Holland of Russellville, stated he had…

Columbia police arrest man after reported knife incident

COLUMBIA, Ky. – A Clarksville, Tennessee man was arrested Saturday night after police say a woman was allegedly held at knife point inside a moving vehicle on the Cumberland Parkway. According to the Columbia Police Department, officers were dispatched around 10:42 p.m. CST on Feb. 7 after receiving reports that a female passenger in a vehicle traveling along the Cumberland…

United Way, Warren County celebrate National 211 Day

Photo source United Way of Southern KentuckyBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Local leaders celebrated National 211 Day with a proclamation at Bowling Green City Hall Wednesday afternoon. According to a release, the City of Bowling Green, United Way of Southern Kentucky and community partners gathered for a proclamation officially recognizing Feb. 11 as National 211 Day in Bowling Green and Warren…