Author: WNKY Staff

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet mobilizing anti-icing operations

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is mobilizing crews in anticipation of a winter weather system. According to a release, KYTC District 3 will begin anti-icing operations Thursday morning and into Friday. The U.S. National Weather Service has placed the entire KYTC Cabinet District 3, which serves Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson, Todd, and Warren…

Kentucky State Police Post 2 responds to 40 calls, 30 collisions

Photo courtesy of Kentucky State PoliceMADISONVILLE, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police received a high volume of calls due to winter road conditions. According to a release, KSP Post 2 in Madisonville responded to approximately 40 calls Wednesday. Troopers assisted three motorists and worked 30 collisions, three including injuries. The release states that most of the collisions happened on the…

Multiple units battle overnight fire in downtown Williamsburg

Source: Williamsburg Police Department. WILLIAMSBURG, Ky. – A portion of downtown Williamsburg is heavily damaged due to a fire that began Tuesday night. The Williamsburg Police Department confirmed in a social media post that several fire agencies responded to the scene on Main Street. Around 9:21 a.m., photos shared by the City of Williamsburg appear to show at least two…

Portion of KY 2146 Nashville Street in Russellville to temporarily close Thursday

Source: Warren County KY Government. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Logan County drivers should be prepared for an upcoming road closure this week. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3, an emergency utility pole repair will temporarily close a portion of KY 2146 Nashville Street in Russellville. The closure will be between Seventh Street and KY 3240 Ninth Street Thursday,…

Bowling Green man allegedly drives under the influence, causes injury collision

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man faces multiple charges after allegedly driving under the influence, leading to a crash. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department responded to a report of a three-vehicle collision at the intersection of Campbell Lane and Thoroughbred Drive on Tuesday evening. Officers say the driver who reported the incident, Joseph…

Portions of I-65 re-open following multiple crashes in Hart County

MUNFORDVILLE, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is responding to multiple crashes on Interstate 65 Wednesday morning. KSP Public Affairs Officer Trooper Katan Parker says the I-65 northbound lane at the 62-mile marker through mile-marker 67 in Hart County was closed for several hours due to icy road conditions. Parker reports that KSP responded to 5 collisions in Hart County caused…

Hope House Ministries expanding programs, providing affordable housing

Hope House Ministries is expanding their program, Community 461, providing affordable housing to men and women recovering from addiction. The foundations for eight more apartments are being laid, and the organization hopes that, by August, families will be moving into the new units. This project allows for the reunification of families, since those who have lost custody of children must…

City of Scottsville announces Jacksonian Festival switch to Spring

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – An annual event in Scottsville is switching seasons. According to a social media post, the City of Scottsville announced the Jacksonian Festival will switch from Fall to Spring. The 2026 edition of the festival will be held on Saturday, Apr. 18. The post states that the decision was made based on the community’s feedback. Craft vendor, food…

Glasgow police provide winter driving safety tips

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Police Department is offering tips for driving during winter conditions. Prepare your vehicle Check your tire tread and air pressure Check all fluid levels and keep your gas tank full Prepare a first-aid kit, blankets, water and snacks GPD says plan your travel, check the weather and road conditions, allow extra time and drive carefully…