Author: WNKY Staff

Metcalfe County among locations offering warming center amid frigid temperatures

Source: Edmonton-Metcalfe 911. EDMONTON, Ky. – Metcalfe County is among multiple locations offering a warm place after temperatures dropped even further overnight into Monday morning. According to Edmonton-Metcalfe 911, due to the cold temperatures and some residents being without power or heat, a warming center is open Monday, Jan. 26 at 3 p.m. The shelter can be found at Leftwich…

Farmers RECC makes significant progress, over 3,000 still without power

Photo source: Farmers RECCUPDATE: As of the 7PM outage update reported by Farmers RECC, nearly 2,200 members are without power. Offices will be closed on Tuesday to allow employees to focus solely on restoration efforts. GLASGOW, Ky. – Farmers RECC says 3,400 members are without service Monday morning. According to a release, this number is down from more than 6,000…

Pets of the Day: 2 pups in need of a warm, loving home

MORGANTOWN, Ky. – For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank and Trust, we’d like you to meet two pups that will warm your heart on this cold day. Two Aussie-Heeler mixes at the Butler County Animal Shelter need a cozy, loving home. If their eyes and small paws don’t capture your heart, maybe this will…

Firewood scam targeting Allen County residents during winter weather, says sheriff

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – The Allen County Sheriff’s Office says a scam is targeting Allen County residents during this weekend’s active winter system. According to a social media post by ACSO, area residents reported they were allegedly scammed out of money when purchasing firewood. ACSO asks all residents to be cautious when purchasing materials during weather events. If you believe you…

BGMU main office closing Monday due to road conditions

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green Municipal Utilities main office will be closed Monday due to inclement weather and road conditions. BGMU says water and electric crews will continue to respond to outages and emergencies and the Dispatch Center will continue to operate on a 24/7 schedule. Customers can report outages by calling 270-782-4302. For more information and to view…

Estimated 35% of residents without power in Allen County, says judge executive

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A large power outage has left many without power in Allen County. Judge Executive Dennis Harper, in a video released on social media, says an estimated 35% of homes are currently without power. Harper says Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation and NCTC powered by Warren RECC are working around the clock to restore power to homes. Restoration has…

Mammoth Cave National Park continues closures, includes roadways

MAMMOTH CAVE – Mammoth Cave National Park is continuing their closure. According to a release, MCNP cave tours, the visitor center, offices, and roadways will be closed on Monday. The release states that Mammoth Cave Parkway, Cave City Road, Brownsville Road, Pig Road, Flint Ridge Road, Green River Ferry Road North & South, Dennison Ferry Road and Houchin Ferry Road…

Logan County sheriff provides update on road conditions, safety measures

Photo source: Logan County Sheriff’s OfficeRUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – The Logan County Sheriff’s Office released a winter weather update Sunday afternoon. Sheriff Stephen Stratton says deputies made two DUI arrests Saturday and assisted several stranded motorists. Stratton says the office has received minimal calls for service. LCSO asks motorists to stay off the roads if possible and to drive with caution…

Farmers RECC working to restore power for thousands

GLASGOW, Ky. – Farmers RECC is working to restore power for 6,200 members, as of 1 pm Sunday. According to a release, Farmers RECC crews are locating broken poles and damaged equipment across their service area. The release states that current conditions and the possibility of precipitation are slowing down restoration. “Restoring power after a major outage is an enormous…