Author: WNKY Staff

Traffic stop leads to fentanyl bust in Pulaski County

PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. – Two people are in custody after deputies say they found drugs during a routine traffic stop in Pulaski County. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy was patrolling the Shopville area when they noticed a gray passenger car being driven by 44-year-old David Lewis was committing traffic violations. Deputies say the vehicle did not immediately…

Fugitive arrested on drug possession charges in Monroe Co.

MONROE COUNTY, Ky. – A fugitive from another state has been arrested in Monroe County after police responded to drug complaints. Monday, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says deputies arrived at the 1000 block of C Jones Road following multiple drug-related complaints at an address at this location. After a search of the home, deputies say they found guns, marijuana…

Glasgow police seeking identity of individual in fraud case

GLASGOW, Ky. – Glasgow police are asking for your help to identify an individual in connection with bank fraud. According to the Glasgow Police Department, the person shown above is being sought due to a fraudulent bank transaction. If you have any information, please call 270-651-6165 or 270-651-5151 and speak with detective Andrew Moore.

DEVELOPING: Two-vehicle collision results in multiple injuries in Barren County

CAVE CITY, Ky. – The Barren County Sheriff’s Office responded to a collision on Thursday morning. Chief Deputy Mike Houchens says a two-vehicle accident occurred in the 2400 block of Griderville Road. Houchens says the collision has resulted in multiple injuries. KSP Public Affairs Officer Trooper Katan Parker has confirmed that Kentucky State Police will be leading the investigation. Parker…

Glasgow man charged with assault, strangulation

GLASGOW, Ky. – A Glasgow man is charged with assault and strangulation. Glasgow Police Department Public Information Officer Major Terry Flatt says the department located a female victim with a cut on her cheek and redness on her neck at a residence on Lauderdale Drive on Wednesday. Officers say the victim told them she had been in an argument with…

Scottsville woman arrested after police say she stabbed a man

ALLEN COUNTY, Ky. – The Allen County Sheriff’s office says a male subject entered the office requesting to speak with a deputy on Wednesday. Through the investigation, it was discovered the man had been stabbed with a knife multiple times by Jacquelyn Magyar of Scottsville. The sheriff’s office says Magyar was located and placed under arrest and later taken to the…

Gov. Andy Beshear to recognize 5th anniversary of COVID-19 in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – On Thursday, March 6, Gov. Andy Beshear is marking the fifth anniversary of COVID-19 in Kentucky. According to the governor’s office, Beshear will join state and local officials, families and Dr. Steven Stack to recognize the impact of the illness. “During the hardest times, I promised our people that we would get through our challenges, and that…

Birdwell named new Metcalfe County volleyball coach

EDMONTON, Ky. – Metcalfe County High School introduced its new head volleyball coach Ethan Birdwell on Wednesday afternoon. Birdwell brings 16 years of competitive volleyball experience to Metcalfe County as a former college club coach at WKU and a local youth club coach. “I grew up around the sport, but I fell in love with it while I was at…

Lady Toppers face FIU for 50th time in program history

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU women’s basketball will conclude the regular season with two road contests, the first coming on Thursday, Mach 6 at 6 p.m. at FIU. GAME INFO WKU (21-7, 12-4 CUSA) at FIU (11-16, 7-9 CUSA) Thursday, March 6 | 6 PM (CT) | Miami, Fla. | Ocean Bank Convocation Center Watch: ESPN+ Listen: ESPN 102.7 in…