Author: WNKY Staff

UPDATE: 2 arrested in Scottsville Square shots fired incident

UPDATE (March 19, 2025): The Scottsville Police Department and the Allen County Sheriff’s office investigated an incident involving a BB gun Thursday evening. The investigation says a juvenile exited a vehicle driven by Donna M. Spengler, 42, of Scottsville, and fired a BB gun multiple times at the victims, who suffered minor injuries. Spengler is charged with unlawful transaction with…

Utah man charged with vehicle theft in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – One man is facing charges after police say he is accused of stealing a truck in Bowling Green on Monday. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department responded around 3:49 p.m. for a report of a stolen vehicle at 508 Gordon Ave. Police say the caller stated a man had stolen a vehicle…

Volunteer of the Year Awards open for nominations

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Volunteers in Action is seeking nominations for its 34th annual Volunteers of the Year Awards. According to Community Education, this is the chance to recognize a volunteer that has made a lasting impact with their hard work and dedication. Honoree categories: Anne Grubbs Spirit of Service Award: This award shall go to the person excelling in…

Bowling Green man found guilty of impersonating a peace officer

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man has been found guilty of impersonating a peace officer. In connection with a case that stems from September 2022, 37-year-old Robert A. Sharp Jr. was found guilty last week, according to Kori Beck Bumgarner, commonwealth’s attorney. Officials say this follows a three-day trial. On September 28, 2022, Bowling Green police said they…

Glasgow Police Department warns of latest scam

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Police Department wants to make the community aware of a scam involving the impersonation of law enforcement. According to police, they have received several calls about someone identifying themselves as Sgt. Pickett with the Glasgow Police Department. Police say the scammer states they have an arrest warrant and ask for money to clear the warrant….

Select Stouffer’s, Lean Cuisine meals recalled for potential ‘wood-like material’

(CNN) – Nestlé is recalling some of its frozen Stouffer’s and Lean Cuisine meals over a potential “wood-like material.” The meals being recalled are Lean Cuisine butternut squash ravioli, spinach artichoke ravioli and lemon garlic shrimp stir fry, as well as Stouffer’s party size chicken lasagna. The meals were distributed at major U.S. retailers between September 2024 and this month….

Appeal rejected for Kentucky death row inmate after violent murder

BREATHITT COUNTY, Ky. – An appeal of a Kentucky death row inmate has been rejected after the murder of three people during a robbery in 1979. According to WNKY News 40 media partner K105, Karu Gene White has been on death row since 1980 and has lost “repeated appeals in state and federal courts.” They report White’s appeal on Friday…

Ribbon cutting invites public to Logan County Humane Society

LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – On Wednesday, the Logan County Humane Society, along with the Logan County Chamber of Commerce, are hosting a ribbon cutting for the nonprofit. The goal of this event is to bring the public into the shelter, allowing them to get a tour of the facility, meet all of the sweet, adoptable pets and even grab a…

The Hive to host presentation exploring needed disability services in Allen Co.

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – The Hive, Inc. is hosting a program aimed at discussing the future of people with disabilities in the community. The presentation is expected to be held at Allen County-Scottsville High School’s cafeteria. The program kicks off Tuesday, March 18 at 5:30 p.m. The goal is to go over what current services are available and what disability services…

Room in the Inn shares numbers for 2024 season

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – This year’s Room in the Inn season has wrapped up, and the organization is sharing some numbers. According to the nonprofit, which works to keep Bowling Green’s houseless population off the street in below freezing temperatures, the season operated between Nov. 15 and March 15. They say with the community’s support, over 3,000 beds were supplied,…