Author: WNKY Staff

FBI offering $10,000 for information leading to conviction in Tommy Ballard case

Source: FBI Louisville. LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Federal Bureau of Investigation is offering up to $10,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those connected to the homicide case of Tommy Ballard. According to the FBI, after Ballard’s daughter, Crystal Rogers, disappeared from Bardstown in July 2015, Ballard formed Team Crystal, comprised of Bardstown community members dedicated…

Marshall County School Resource Officer sent inappropriate messages to students, police say

BENTON, Ky. – Kentucky State police is investigating a Marshall County School Resource Officer for harassment of students. KSP says the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office requested an investigation into allegations made against Marshall County Deputy James Steven Oakley, 47, of Benton. Deputy Oakley allegedly sent inappropriate messages to juvenile female students at Marshall County High School. KSP says the facts…

Road closure to take effect this week in Warren County

Source: Warren County KY Government. WARREN COUNTY, Ky. –  A portion of Greenhill-Bays Fork Road is expected to close temporarily this week. According to Warren County Emergency Management, the road will close from the 1570 block to the 2050 block. The closure will last from Wednesday at 7 a.m. through Thursday at 2:30 p.m. Drivers should use an alternate route…

Franklin police asking for help to identify woman

Source: Franklin Police Department. FRANKLIN, Ky. – The Franklin Police Department is asking for assistance to identify a woman. Details are limited as this time. If you recognize this woman or truck pictured above, the department asks that you contact them with any information. You can message the Franklin Police Department directly or call dispatch at 270-586-8824.

Mammoth Cave National Park to host viewing party for meteor shower

Source: Mammoth Cave National Park. MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky. – Mammoth Cave National Park is hosting a viewing party for the the Perseids meteor shower on Friday, July 18. The park’s Star Party will last from 7 to 10 p.m. During this time, park rangers and volunteers will present an evening program about the night sky with telescopes and Junior Ranger…

Edmonson County Cram the Cruiser to gather school supplies

EDMONSON COUNTY, Ky. – Next week, you can help Edmonson County students prepare for the upcoming school year. The Edmonson County Cram the Cruiser School Supply Drive will take place on Friday, July 25. Donations will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. between CeeBee Food Store and Family Dollar. Several food trucks will be on site as well,…

Man charged with fleeing police in Horse Cave after calling FBI

HORSE CAVE, Ky. – A man is facing multiple charges after a vehicle pursuit in Horse Cave on Sunday. According to a uniform citation, the Horse Cave Police Department was dispatched around 4 a.m. due to a male calling the Federal Bureau of Investigation over political views. Police say the male was identified as 66-year-old Kenneth Brown of Louisville. Authorities…

Former BGHS baseball standout, Forbes, selected in 1st round of MLB Draft

PHOENIX, Ariz. – A former Bowling Green High School baseball standout was selected in the first round of the Major League Baseball. Patrick Forbes was selected with the 29th pick by the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday. Forbes was a four-year letterman in baseball at Bowling Green High School. He was named 2022 Mr. Kentucky Baseball and rated the number one…