Author: WNKY Staff

2 arrested in Hopkinsville after alleged carjacking attempt with children in vehicle

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. – Two men are behind bars after authorities say a stolen vehicle was located in Hopkinsville. According to a uniform citation, the Hopkinsville Police Department was dispatched Thursday regarding a stolen vehicle located in the area. Police say they responded and found the vehicle in the parking lot of a Circle K off of Lafayette Road. Authorities say…

Tennessee governor proclaims January 19, 2026 as ‘Dolly Parton Day’

Source: TN Office of the Governor/tn.gov/governor/news/.NASHVILLE, Tenn. – In recognition of Dolly Parton’s upcoming 80th birthday, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has signed a proclamation officially designating January 19, 2026 as Dolly Parton Day in Tennessee. According to a release by the office of the governor, the day is meant to honor the “life, legacy and extraordinary contributions to Tennessee’s favorite…

1 dead following two-vehicle crash in Mercer County

HARRODSBURG, Ky. – One person is dead following a crash Friday in Mercer County. The Kentucky State Police says it received a call just before 1 p.m. Friday regarding a two-vehicle collision in the intersection of North College Street and Tapp Road. Troopers say they learned a Nissan driven by 71-year-old Sharon Britton of Cornishville was traveling north on North…

Central Kentucky’s first medical cannabis dispensary opens its doors

By Mariah Congedo, WKYT

Source: WKYT via CBS Newspath Now. LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – Central Kentucky’s first medical cannabis dispensary is officially open. According to a report by WKYT, the Speakeasy Dispensary opened at 10 a.m. Thursday and was met with a large line. WKYT reports some people arrived as early as 5 a.m. despite the cold temperatures. A large tent was prepared, along…

Medical marijuana dispensary to reopen Saturday in Beaver Dam

Source: K105. BEAVER DAM, Ky. (K105) – A medical marijuana dispensary in Beaver Dam is reopening after closing temporarily due to running out of product. That’s according to a report by K105. The Post Dispensary at 300 N. Main St. was the first business of its type to open its doors in Kentucky on December 13, 2025, according to K105….

Data center seeks preliminary site development plan in Franklin

FRANKLIN, Ky. – There are now updates available regarding a potential data center in Franklin. On Friday, a release confirmed TenKey LandCo I LLC has submitted a request for a preliminary development plan for a possible data storage and service center with power manufacturing that would be located at 421 Steele Road in Franklin. As part of this request, the…

Emmett Avenue at CSX railroad crossing to close Jan. 17-20

Source: Warren County KY Government. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Drivers should be aware of an upcoming road closure in the downtown Bowling Green area. According to the city, Emmett Avenue will be closed from Jan. 17-20 at the CSX railroad crossing. This is to allow a crew to give the tracks a much-needed tune up, the city says. Drivers should…

Meijer issues recall of distilled water sold in multiple states

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – More than 38,000 gallons of Meijer brand distilled water is under an ongoing recall. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the recall affects Meijer Steam Distilled Water in a 128-ounce plastic jug with a red plastic lid. The recall is due to a floating black foreign substance in the product, according to the FDA….

Bill to fund emergency operations in Warren Co., water treatment in Edmonson Co.

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A portion of funding secured for Kentucky will support a new emergency operations center in Warren County, along with water system modernization in Edmonson County. According to a release by the office of Sen. Mitch McConnell, $541 million in federal funding will go to several Kentucky-focused priorities through FY 2026 appropriations for Commerce-Justice-Science; Interior-Environment and Energy-Water,…

Foundation Christian Academy Athletics announces move to 13th District

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Foundation Christian Academy Athletics is making a move. According to a release, the school will transition from the Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) 14th District to the 13th District beginning in the 2026-2027 season. FCA Athletics joins Franklin-Simpson, Logan County, Russellville Independent, and Todd County in 13th district play. School officials say the move will…