Author: WNKY Staff

DEVELOPING: 1 flown for treatment after 3-vehicle collision on I65

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating a crash on I65 on Friday morning. KSP Post 3 Public Affairs Officer Trooper Katan Parker says a three-vehicle collision happened on I-65 southbound at the 13.6-mile marker in Warren County. Two individuals were entrapped in vehicles. One person has been flown and another is being ground transported to TriStar Skyline…

Bowling Green native, Rowdy Shea talks The Voice and upcoming local show

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green native and former contestant on NBC’s hit show, The Voice, Rowdy Shea is returning home for an upcoming show at Spillway on Friday March 28th at 7 p.m. He spoke with WNKY’s Morgan Hoover about his experience on the voice saying it helped him grow confidence as an artist, as continues to grow his…

Scottsville man charged with drug possession after traffic stop

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A Scottsville man is facing charges following a traffic stop on Thursday. According to the Allen County Sheriff’s Office, crime task force detectives and Allen County deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the Halifax community. Authorities say the driver was identified as Michael Greene, 30, of Scottsville. During the traffic stop, authorities say a…

Shinsung to establish new manufacturing facility in Simpson County with $53.5 million investment

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A manufacturing facility is expected to bring 100 new jobs to Simpson County. Gov. Andy Beshear made the announcement Thursday, saying that Shinsung ST USA has plans to establish a new manufacturing facility in Simpson County with a $53.5 million investment. “Manufacturing and technology are both key to Kentucky’s economic success, and Shinsung’s new investment will strengthen…

Warren County road to close for repairs

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Warren County road will close for repair. Warren County Government says Dillard Road will close on Saturday, April 5 for needed repairs. The closure will impact addresses between 1563 and 1828. The road will be closed from 6 am to 6 pm. More information about Warren County Government can be found here.

Franklin resident earns Girl Scouts’ highest honor

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Franklin resident has received the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana says Girl Scout Cameron Huggins’ project involved solving a shortage of sleeping space at Girl Scout Camp Houchens in Bowling Green. According to Girl Scout officials, Huggins built a 12-person covered hammock unit to increase the camping options at Houchens. She also…

Kentucky works to implement new 15-year-old driver’s permit law

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky’s permit age is changing. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says it is working quickly to implement changes now that House Bill 15 is a state law. The law allows 15-year-olds to earn driver’s permits. KYTC says system upgrades will allow a credential to be issued allowing eligible applicants to take the written permit test. Applicants can make…

In a sudden shakeup, the University of Louisville’s president resigns and her successor is chosen

By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press

In a stunning chain of events, the University of Louisville’s president abruptly resigned and her permanent successor was selected by the school’s trustees without the customary national search. Kim Schatzel’s resignation as president of the Atlantic Coast Conference school took effect immediately, and another top campus executive, Gerry Bradley, was chosen to replace her, the school’s trustees announced Wednesday. Bradley…

Barren Inc. announces award recipients at Achievement in Business Awards news conference

Source: Barren Inc. GLASGOW, Ky. – On Thursday morning, Barren Inc. The Barren County Chamber of Commerce held its annual Achievement in Business Awards News Conference. The chamber also announced the winners of its 2025 Magnolia Award and Small Business Person of the Year. According to Barren Inc., these awards recognize outstanding individuals who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, entrepreneurship,…

Meet the Team returns to Bowling Green Ballpark April 2

Source: Bowling Green Hot Rods. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. -The Bowling Green Hot Rods have announced their annual “meet the team” event at Bowling Green Ballpark on Wednesday, April 2. The event will start with a team practice that is open to the public before getting to meet the 2025 team as they embark on their 2025 campaign. Fans can enter…