Author: WNKY Staff

Tennessee man arrested after police pursuit ends in Barren County

HART COUNTY, Ky. – One man is facing multiple charges after a vehicle pursuit crossed from Hart County into Barren County on Tuesday night. According to uniform citation, the Kentucky State Police says Kentravis Moore, 23, of Antioch, Tennessee was observed speeding at 100 miles per hour in a 70 mph zone. Authorities say Moore stopped near the 60 mile…

Goodwill receives $2.8 million grant to expand Bowling Green Opportunity Center

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Goodwill Industries of Kentucky has received an over $2 million grant to expand its operations here in south-central Kentucky. In a release on Tuesday, the organization said it has received a $2.758 million grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration through the Public Works and Economic Adjustment Program. The release says this funding will support a 3,600…

Hurricane Helene results in IV fluid shortages

CNN, KALB – Hospitals nationwide are struggling to conserve IV fluids after Hurricane Helene’s deadly path nearly two weeks ago. The shortage comes after Baxter International Manufacturing Facility in Marion, North Carolina had to temporarily close after it was damaged. The plant produces 60% of the IV fluids and dialysis solutions across healthcare systems in the United States. Since the…

St. Teresa Ministries to donate over $120,000 for World Food Day

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – St. Teresa Ministries is presenting a check on World Food Day next Wednesday to benefit Warren County. According to a release by St. Teresa Ministries, the event will celebrate the contributions of shoppers, donors and volunteers. At the event, St. Teresa Ministries says it will donate more than $120,000 to local food organizations, helping to address…

Police respond to multi-vehicle collision on Russellville Road

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is at the scene of a multi-vehicle collision on Russellville Road. According to police, outbound traffic was shut down. News 40 crews are at the scene and say both lanes of traffic are now open. Details are limited at this time. This is a developing story. News 40 will provide additional…

Man charged with carjacking in Monroe County

MONROE COUNTY, Ky. – A man is facing multiple charges in Monroe County, including carjacking and bribery of a public servant. According to an indictment warrant, Claude Cavin Jr., 25, was arrested on Tuesday on charges of alcohol intoxication in a public place, first and second offense, second-degree disorderly conduct, menacing, carjacking, theft by unlawful taking or disposition auto between…

Meredith Rozanski receives KBE’s 2024 Kelly Award for Business and Education Partnership

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A local face of the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce was presented with the Kentucky Board of Education’s Kelly Award for Business and Education Partnership. At an Oct. 8 meeting, Meredith Rozanski, executive vice president of operations for the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, received this honor. “I am honored to receive the Kelly Award…

Zaxby’s location celebrating 30th anniversary in local area

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – This Wednesday, a local Zaxby’s location is celebrating three decades of business in the Bowling Green area. According to district manager Marty Clark, on Oct. 9, customers can receive a 30% discount on the entire menu in-store or in the drive-thru. This deal will be offered at the Zaxby’s located at 1801 U.S. 31-W in Bowling…