Source: Falls of Rough Fire Department. FALLS OF ROUGH, Ky. – Multiple people are safe thanks to a successful water rescue Monday in Falls of Rough. The Falls of Rough Fire Department says it responded yesterday afternoon for a water rescue at the Falls of Rough cabins. First responders say they rescued nine individuals and two dogs from the scene….
Photo courtesy of Bowling Green Fire DepartmentBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Annual fire training is set to take place next week at the Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport. According to a release, the Federal Aviation Administration Part 139 Fire Department is having a training exercise April 14 through April 16 at 6 p.m. nightly. The training will take place at the…
FRANKFORT, Ky. – On Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on severe weather effects that continue to impact much of the Commonwealth. According to the governor, as of this morning, there were 800 customers across the state without water, and first responders performed 142 rescues since last Wednesday, with 272 evacuations by boat. The Kentucky State Police state that…
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is sharing the success of its expungement program during Second Chance Month. According to a release by Goodwill Industries, the program successfully cleared 6,680 records in 2024. The release says expungement is a legal process that enables individuals who have fulfilled their obligations to society and meet the requirements for expungement, which include…
CARROLL COUNTY, Ky. – A Carroll County lineman has died following a wreck. According to Kentucky Electric Cooperatives, Chance Carlton, a lineman from Tennessee, died Wednesday while working to restore power. Officials say Carlton was a lineman for the Carroll County Electric Department. West Kentucky RECC extends its condolences to Carlton’s family, friends and work family.
PADUCAH, Ky. – The Salvation Army is bringing much-needed relief to western Kentucky after historic flooding. According to a release, the team delivered a full pallet of 48 cleanup kits to Marshall County, each one including needed supplies like bleach, a mop, sponges, a squeegee and disinfectant. Officials say the kits are vital in helping families and business owners start…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Barren River Area Safe Space, Inc. says it is in need of some essential donations. According to BRASS, Inc., they are in need of personal care items for survivors of domestic violence. Needed items include shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant and lotion. To schedule a donation drop off, email info@brassinc.org or call 270-781-9334.
ELKTON, Ky. – The Todd County Sheriff’s Office is warning the community about reported suspicious activity. According to the sheriff’s office, they have received several complaints about an individual driving a black car and stopping at a home. Authorities say the person claims to be with Direct TV services. However, deputies say this person does not work for them. If…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (April 8, 2025) – The current list of state routes still closed as of 8 a.m. throughout the District is listed below. Motorists are reminded not to attempt to drive through possible high water, regardless if warning signs are in place or not. Please do not drive around or move barricades, barrels or any other traffic control…
FRANKLIN, Ky. – On Monday, a fire destroyed a Franklin home. Franklin Simpson Fire Rescue responded to a fire at the 3100 block of Sportsman Lake Road and located a heavy fire at a single-story home. FSFR requested assistance from the Plano Fire Department and Woodburn Volunteer Fire Department at approximately 10 am. The fire caused a partial collapse of…
