Author: WNKY Staff

UPDATE: Missing Hart County man found safe

UPDATE: 3/16: HART COUNTY, Ky. – Hart County Emergency Management confirmed Sunday that Eli Miller has been found and is said to be in safe condition. Officials say Miller was spotted Saturday when by a local property owner who saw movement in a covered boat. Emergency management says he was staying in a wooded area near Thomas Bend Road. UPDATE…

Allen Co. deputies arrest wanted Bowling Green man

BOWLING GREEN, Ky – A Bowling Green man is in custody in Allen County. The Allen County Sheriff’s Office received a tip in reference to a wanted man from Kentucky State Police on Sunday. Deputies say Jaden Pildis standing outside an apartment complex. Pildis allegedly fled from police. After a brief foot pursuit, deputies apprehended Pildis. Pildis lodged at the…

Allen Co. Emergency Management reports flooding in low water areas

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – Allen County Emergency Management is reporting flooding in low water areas Saturday. Emergency officials are asking residents to use caution while traveling. If you see a roadway or bridge is flooded, officials ask that you do not attempt to cross the area. If a road is flooded, report it to emergency management by calling 270-237-3611 or 270-237-3210.

Alvaton Fire Department truck hit by vehicle while responding to collision

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Officials are reporting no Alvaton personnel are injured after a fire truck was struck Saturday. According to the Alvaton Fire Department, firefighters were dispatched just before 2 p.m. to an injury collision at the 14-mile marker of Interstate 65 southbound. Officials say as units assisted the occupants and Med Center EMS, a second driver struck the…

Lady Toppers fall to Middle Tennessee in C-USA Semifinals

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – WKU women’s basketball fell to Middle Tennessee, 71-63, in the semifinal of the Conference USA Championship on Friday night in Huntsville, Alabama. WKU (23-9) led for 28:34 of the game against the Blue Raiders (26-7), but were outscored 22-12 in the fourth quarter. HOW IT HAPPENED Alexis Mead opened up the scoring with a three from the…

Hilltopper Softball drops series against Liberty

BOWLING GREEN, Ky – WKU Softball dropped the series against Liberty on Friday, dropping to 14-11 overall and 1-4 in Conference USA play. HOW IT HAPPENED Game One: WKU 0, Liberty 10 The Hilltoppers were only able to get two hits throughout the seven innings while the Flames scored in almost every inning but the fifth and sixth. WKU managed…

Staying prepared: the difference between a tornado warning and tornado watch

KENTUCKY – Kentucky Emergency Management has shared a reminder about the difference between a tornado warning and a tornado watch. According to emergency management officials, the following fall under each category: Tornado Watch: Be prepared  A tornado watch is issued when a tornado is possible. Know your safe place (storm shelter, basement, interior hall away from windows.) Be ready to…

Pet of the Weekend: Bridgette

It’s time for your Pet of the Weekend, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, and this weekend, we’d like you to meet Bridgette. This senior dog loves to be pampered, as you can see by her cute little bow tie. She’s gentle and well-mannered as well. The shelter says even though she’s just 12 pounds, this 12-year-old has…