Author: WNKY Staff

Three large winning Powerball® tickets sold in Kentucky

KENTUCKY – Three large winning Powerball® tickets were sold in Kentucky over Labor Day weekend. The Kentucky Lottery says a $50,000 winning ticket was purchased at EG America on Lexington Green Circle in Lexington on Saturday. The winning ticket matched four white ball winning numbers. A million-dollar winning ticket was purchased online at kylottery.com on Monday. The winning ticket matched…

Logan County bridge replacement project begins Wednesday

AUBURN, Ky. – A bridge replacement project in Logan County begins this week. The Logan County Fiscal Court says Liberty Church Road at the Gasper River will close on Wednesday, September 5, when crews begin replacing the bridge crossing. Officials ask motorists to seek alternative routes during construction.

Barren County Schools names Tyler Richardson principal of College Street Campus

Source: Barren County Schools.GLASGOW, Ky. – Barren County Schools has named Tyler Richardson as principal of College Street Campus. College Street Campus serves as the district’s alternative school for students in grades six through 12 through personalized pathways, intensive supports and flexible scheduling, according to the district. Richardson brings a decade of experience as a teacher and school leader across…

Troopers arrest 3 in alleged kidnapping case involving Kentucky child

HART COUNTY, Ky. – Three people are behind bars after an alleged kidnapping case that led authorities to Hart County. According to a uniform citation, the Kentucky State Police received a call just before 1 p.m. Saturday from Louisville Metro police advising 40-year-old Michael Reynolds of Magnolia and 58-year-old David Fields of Magnolia traveled to Louisville, where police say they…

Med Center Health recognized for commitment to lung cancer screening, care

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Med Center Health has been named a Center of Excellence for its ongoing commitment to providing south-central Kentucky with patient-centered, evidence-based lung cancer screening and care. According to a release on Tuesday, Med Center is honored by GO2 for Lung Cancer, a patient-focused organization dedicated to saving, extending and improving the lives of those with lung…

BGISD introduces the Hall of Honor Class of 2025

Source: Bowling Green Independent Schools. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green Independent Schools is congratulating honorees of the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor Class of 2025. According to a release Tuesday, the honorees include Alan Simpson, Class of 1981; Clinton Lewis, Class of 1995 and Cierra Waller, Class of 2005. The honorees and their families plan to visit…

Mammoth Cave National Park to host astrophotography workshop

Source: Mammoth Cave National Park. MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky. – Mammoth Cave National Park is hosting an astrophotography workshop on Friday, Sept. 19. The park says activities will begin with a night sky evening program at 6:30 p.m. in the outdoor amphitheater before moving to the bus loop behind the visitor center at 7:30 p.m. At that location, participants will set…

Glasgow police to conduct traffic safety checkpoints in September

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Police Department is conducting traffic safety checkpoints throughout September starting this Wednesday. According to the department, the checkpoints will include but not be limited to Columbia Avenue, West Main Street, North Jackson Highway and Happy Valley Road. During the safety checkpoints, officers will be enforcing laws related to operating a motor vehicle while under the…

WKU VB: WKU Falls to Drake in Five Sets

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — WKU Volleyball pushed Drake to five sets on Saturday but ultimately fell short in the 3-2 loss. Freshman rightside hitter Kaira Knox exploded for 21 kills and a healthy .250 (21-9-48) hitting percentage while junior middle hitter Gabby Weihe led the defense with 12 blocks. Knox was named WKU Invitational Tournament MVP while sophomore defensive specialist Tayler…