Author: WNKY Staff

Kentucky SNAP recipients to receive fully funded benefits, officials say

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update Friday stating that Kentuckians will receive fully funded benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. This follows uncertainty surrounding what SNAP benefit allocation would look like in November, leading to many communities to host food drives, while some food banks have reported seeing an increase in families stopping by…

Portion of Elm Street closed for stormwater project

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A portion of Elm Street is closed from 10th Avenue to Main Street for an upcoming stormwater project. The City of Bowling Green says the project is to ensure stormwater drains work to drain water adequately. Drivers are encouraged to use an alternate route and travel carefully as crews continue work.

Charity Ball Raises more than $400,000 for Med Center Health Foundation

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Med Center Health Foundation’s annual fundraiser, The Charity Ball, is celebrating another extremely successful year. According to a release Friday by Med Center Health, the event raised more than $400,000 for Med Center Health Foundation. The foundation says it provides “significant funding to benefit The Community Clinic, The Dental Clinic, The Medical Center at Bowling Green…

Plane reportedly runs off of runway near Bowling Green airport

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – First responders arrived on scene after a plane reportedly ran off of the runway at the Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport on Friday. Fire officials confirm there are no injuries reported at this time. This is a developing story. News 40 is on scene and will provide the latest details as they are released.

Woman arrested in connection with bond scam in Allen County

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A woman has been arrested in connection with a reported scam in Allen County. According to the Allen County Sheriff’s Office, 34-year-old Mary Saladin was involved in a scam. The sheriff’s office says Saladin’s arrest in this case was the result of work from Allen County deputies. Authorities say a resident received a phone call stating a…

Guide to free Thanksgiving meals for those in need

Homemade Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner with Stuffing Potatoes and Green BeansPhoto credit: Envato/By By bhofack2. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Members of the community are working together to set the table for those in need this Thanksgiving. Below is a list of free Thanksgiving meals being held throughout the viewing area: Allen County Turkey Giveaway: Saturday, Nov. 22 from 10 a.m. to…

Bowling Green Parks and Rec and Warren Co. Parks honored as Department of the Year

Source: City of Bowling Green. WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Bowling Green Parks and Recreation and Warren County Parks are being recognized for their teamwork and impact on the community. According to the City of Bowling Green, both groups were honored collectively as Department of the Year in the population category at the Kentucky Recreation and Parks Society Annual Conference. Warren…

Glasgow man charged with fleeing police on motorcycle

HORSE CAVE, Ky. – One man is behind bars after allegedly fleeing police on a motorcycle in Horse Cave. According to a uniform citation, the Kentucky State Police observed a motorcycle traveling northbound Wednesday on South Dixie Street in Horse Cave at 94 miles per hour in a 55 mph zone. Authorities say the trooper activated the cruiser’s emergency lights…

U.S. Secret Service to host summit on anniversary of Gabbi Doolin’s death

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – The United States Secret Service is hosting an Operation Angel Summit in Scottsville on the anniversary of Gabbi Doolin’s death. According to a release by the U.S. Secret Service, the summit will gather students between grades seven to 12 and educators for the educational event aimed at preventing child exploitation on Friday, Nov. 14. Featured speakers will…

Agencies respond for overturned dump truck in Warren County

Source: Woodburn Volunteer Fire Department. WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – First responders were at the scene of an overturned dump truck in Warren County on Thursday. According to the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, the wreck occurred at the 3700 block of Woodburn Allen Springs Road between Meng and Matlock Roads. The Woodburn Volunteer Fire Department says minor injuries were reported. The…