Author: WNKY Staff

Nashville area succulent bar to bring event to Bowling Green

Source: Classy Cactus Farm. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – You might remember a popular Nashville area succulent bar that made an appearance in Bowling Green last year. This February, the Classy Cactus Succulent Bar is back for a one-day event. The event is set to take place on Sunday, Feb. 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. at White Squirrel Brewery. Owner…

Tops travel for matchup at Kennesaw State on Thursday

KENNESAW, Ga. – WKU men’s basketball returns to road play this week facing Conference USA newcomer Kennesaw State on Thursday, Feb. 6. Tipoff from KSU Convocation Center in Kennesaw, Ga. is slated for 6 p.m. CT with the game streaming live on ESPN+. The Hilltoppers enter the rematch against the Owls standing at 14-8 overall with a 5-4 mark in…

Franklin County man charged with child sexual exploitation

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating a man charged with child sexual exploitation offenses. KSP says it arrested Gage S. Perreault, 30, on charges related to sexual abuse materials on Tuesday afternoon. Perreault was the subject of an investigation by the KSP Electronic Crime Branch. KSP says it discovered Perreault had shared images of child sexual exploitation online….

Lady Toppers host Kennesaw State on Thursday

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU women’s basketball returns to E.A. Diddle Arena to host Kennesaw State on Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. AT THE GAME Black History Month Celebration Tickets GAME INFO WKU (15-6, 6-3 CUSA) vs. Kennesaw State (8-12, 3-6 CUSA) Thursday, Feb. 6 | 6:30 PM | Bowling Green, Ky. | E.A. Diddle Arena Watch: ESPN+ | Listen:…

McConnell falls twice at Capitol on Wednesday

WASHINGTON – Sen. Mitch McConnell left the majority leader’s office in a wheelchair on Wednesday. This was following two incidents where McConnell fell. The first fall happened when McConnell was going down the stairs after leaving the Senate chamber and missed a step. After being helped up, he went on to a Republican policy lunch, where he fell again. Two…

Man charged with assaulting referee at Livingston Central basketball game

SMITHLAND, Ky. – One man is facing charges after an incident at a Livingston Central basketball game. According to WKDZ, Lyon County sheriff Brent White said he requested an investigation by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office into an incident that occurred during the Jan. 28 game in Smithland. More here. WKDZ reports video captured a fan on the Livingston Central…

Hilltoppers promote Kevin O’Brien to tight ends coach

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Football announced the promotion of Kevin O’Brien to Tight Ends Coach on Wednesday. O’Brien is entering his second season with the program after working as the Assistant Offensive Line Coach during the 2024 season. In his first season with the program, O’Brien helped the Hilltoppers to an 8-6 record and berths in the Conference USA…

Warren County Sheriff’s Office warns of circulating scam call

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Local authorities are sharing details about a scam impersonating the Warren County Sheriff’s Office. On Tuesday, deputies say they received reports that scammers are spoofing the WCSO number. The scam involves the caller stating there is a warrant out for missing a court date or jury duty. The caller will say they want to settle it…

McCracken Co. Sheriff’s Office searching for missing man

PADUCAH, Ky. – The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate a missing adult. Jose Cortez, 24, was last seen at his home at Indian Oaks in Paducah at about 4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 2. Officials say Cortez is an adult that suffers from mental health issues. His current mental health status is unknown at…

Downtown businesses launch ‘Share the Square’ parking campaign

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A new parking campaign has launched for downtown Bowling Green. According to Downtown BGKY, businesses in the downtown area have started the Share the Square campaign. The aim of the movement is to make parking spaces more accessible for small businesses and customers. Officials say this means if you plan to park on Fountain Square for…