Author: WNKY Staff

Caverna teacher, basketball coach submits resignation following investigation

HORSE CAVE, Ky. – A Caverna Independent Schools teacher and basketball coach at the center of a video on social media has submitted his resignation. Amanda Abell, superintendent of Caverna Independent Schools, provided the update Friday morning after a video circulated on social media that featured the coach. Abell stated, “Following a thorough review and interviews with all witnesses involved,…

Tennessee woman killed in Clinton County crash

ALBANY, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating a fatal collision in Clinton County. KSP Post 15 troopers were called to a two-vehicle injury collision at the intersection of US 127 and KY 558 on Thursday afternoon. According to KSP’s preliminary investigation, Kayelyn Garrett, 21, of Livingston, TN, was driving west on KY 558 and approached the intersection of US…

Tractor-trailer fire, avocado spill shut down portion of I-65 North

Source: Alvaton Fire Department. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A tractor-trailer fire closed a portion of Interstate 65 North on Friday morning. Kentucky State Police public affairs officer Katan Parker says a tractor-trailer carrying avocados caught fire. The avocados spilled, blocking the roadway. Alvaton Fire Department says it responded to the scene just after 4 a.m. at the 17-mile marker. Upon…

General Motors Bowling Green Assembly plant announces layoffs

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – General Motors Bowling Green Assembly has released a statement after announcing layoffs. A spokesperson for Bowling Green Assembly has stated the following regarding the situation: “Bowling Green Assembly has notified a small number of employees of an indefinite layoff as a result of operational changes at the plant. Impacted employees may be offered employment opportunities at…

Metcalfe first responders and volunteers invited to appreciation lunch

EDMONTON, Ky. – Metcalfe County High School is looking to recognize those that serve its community. Metcalfe County first responders and volunteers are invited to an appreciation lunch on Friday, May 2 at the Metcalfe County High School greenhouse. The lunch is set to last from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Those invited include but are not limited to area…

UPDATE: Multiple weekend events canceled due to potential severe weather

Source: Glasgow Police Department. GLASGOW, Ky. – With the upcoming threat of severe weather on the horizon, there are a few weekend events that have been postponed. Kentucky Kids on the Block’s Shamrock Sprint is now taking place June 14. The City of Glasgow’s Sip, Shop and Stroll is also rescheduled, through no set date is released. And this week’s…

The Medical Center at Bowling Green named a ‘Straight A’ hospital for safety standard

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Medical Center at Bowling Green has been recognized for its standard of patient safety. The Medical Center at Bowling Green has received another “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit working to uphold the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers, according to Med Center Health. Officials say this…

WKU to recognize Class of 2025 during Commencement on May 8

Source: WKU News. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Western Kentucky University will celebrate more than 3,300 graduates and recognize top scholars during 2025 Commencement on May 8 at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. WKU will confer 3,356 degrees and certificates to spring and summer 2025 graduates — 94 associate, 2,071 bachelor’s, 583 master’s, 50 doctoral, 15 specialist degrees, 431 undergraduate certificates and…

Upcoming graduation dates in the local area

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The following are upcoming graduation dates at local high schools and colleges. Barren County  Barren County High School: BCHS Auditorium at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 24. BAVEL: the Plaza Theatre at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31. Glasgow High School: 7 p.m. Friday, May 23. Logan County  Logan County High School: E.A. Diddle Arena at Western Kentucky…

Guthrie man identified as person killed in Clarksville stabbing

Pictured: Cristian Noe Moreno-Hernandez (Photo credit: Montgomery County Jail)CLARKSVILLE, Ky. – A Guthrie man is dead after an alleged stabbing incident. The Clarksville Police Department says it received a call about an assault at 9:39 am on Tuesday. CPD says the incident happened at a construction site on Old Russellville Pike. Two workers were allegedly in an argument that resulted…