Author: WNKY Staff

Hackett named CUSA Women’s Golfer Of The Week

Photo credit: WKU AthleticsDALLAS, Texas – WKU women’s golf junior Sydney Hackett earned her second career Conference USA Golfer of the Week honor on Wednesday. Hackett finished tied for third at the UNF Collegiate, leading the Lady Tops to their second tournament win in as many weeks. Hackett also finished third at the Reynolds Lake Oconee Invitational to begin the…

Bestselling author John Burke to speak at Plaza Theatre in Glasgow

GLASGOW, Ky. – A pastor and New York Times bestselling author is set to speak at the Plaza Theatre in Glasgow. According to Christian Family Radio, John Burke, author of “Imagine Heaven and Imagine the God of Heaven,” works as a pastor and international speaker that has spoken to more than 100,000 people in 30 countries on leadership and spiritual…

Portion of Oakland Flatrock Road closed

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Warren County drivers will want to be aware of a road closure on Wednesday. According to Warren County government officials, Oakland Flatrock Road is closed between Gotts Hydro Road (Kentucky 1297) and Curtis Hendricks Road. Officials ask that drivers do not remove any barricades or signage that has been placed for safety reasons.

Search at Allen County home leads to meth trafficking charges

ADOLPHUS, Ky. – Two people are facing charges after authorities say they found evidence of methamphetamine trafficking in an Allen County residence. According to a uniform citation, the Allen County Scottsville Crime Task Force and the Allen County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant Tuesday at a residence on Christmas Lane in Adolphus. During the search, authorities say they found…

WANTED WEDNESDAY: Woman wanted in theft case

ALLEN and WARREN counties, Ky. – For this week’s Wanted Wednesday, the Kentucky State Police is asking the public’s help to locate a woman in connection with a theft case. Troopers say Jamie Barton, 39, is wanted on charges of receiving stolen property over $1,000 and tampering with physical evidence. Authorities say Barton was last known to reside in Allen…

Sunrise Spotlight: Purses, Pouts and Pearls 2025

On today’s Sunrise Spotlight, News 40’s Ashlee Wilson is sitting down with Jill Isom. Together, they spoke about this year’s Purses, Pouts & Pearls and discussed how you can support the American Cancer Society year-round! Find out what you can do to support cancer survivors by clicking right here.

DEVELOPING: Vehicle fire closes portion of I-65

SMITHS GROVE, Ky. – WNKY News 40 is hearing reports of a car hauler carrying electric vehicles catching fire near the 34 mile marker of I-65 north bound According to the scanner multiple electric vehicles were fully engulfed and traffic was being stopped due to the fire. Until the scene is clear, drivers are asked to avoid the area. As…

Scottsville man charged with drug possession after traffic stop

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A Scottsville man is facing charges following a traffic stop on Tuesday. According to the Allen County Sheriff’s Office, deputies conducted a traffic stop on Macedonia Road. Deputies say the driver of the vehicle was identified as Christopher Scott, 34, of Scottsville. Through investigation, deputies say they learned Scott possessed suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Scott was…

T.J. Pavilion Specialty Pharmacy receives accreditation for patient care standards

GLASGOW, Ky. – T.J. Regional Health has announced it has achieved accreditation for its T.J. Pavilion Specialty Pharmacy from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. According to T.J. Regional Health, accreditation by ACHC “reflects an organization’s dedication and commitment to meeting a rigorous set of standards for quality and safety, which demonstrate a commitment to providing the highest standards of…

UPDATE: Beshear confirms 24 weather-related deaths

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear has provided an update regarding last month’s floods and weather conditions in Kentucky. According to the governor on Monday, another weather-related death has been confirmed, bringing the death toll to 24. Beshear says a Floyd County man died in relation to the floods. This follows historic flooding in multiple counties of Kentucky in mid-February,…