Author: WNKY Staff

Study: Mediterranean diet linked to lower risk for dementia

(CNN) – If you’re at risk for dementia, you might want to try the Mediterranean diet. A new study finds the diet lowers the risk of dementia, especially people with the APOE4 gene. The gene is a major genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. The Mediterranean diet is plant-based, full of fish, vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, legumes and olive…

Bowling Green Daily News print publication to move to new schedule

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Daily News is announcing an update for its print publication schedule that begins this week. In a note to its readers on Saturday, Aug. 23, the Daily News stated the following: “Since 1854, the Daily News has been the region’s leading source of news, sports, advertising and opinions. With the continued support of…

T.J. Regional Health diabetes education program gains ADA recognition

GLASGOW, Ky. – The T.J. Regional diabetes self-management education program in Glasgow is being recognized by the American Diabetes Association. According to a release by T.J. Regional Health Monday, the program offers high-quality education to patients. The ADA Education Recognition effort is a voluntary process assuring that approved education programs have met the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education Programs….

Hilltoppers sweep CUSA Awards after Week 0 win over Sam Houston

WKU Athletics Press Release

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Football swept the Conference USA weekly awards after claiming a 41-24 Week 0 victory over Sam Houston on Saturday at Houchens-Smith Stadium, the league announced Monday. Quarterback Maverick McIvor was named CUSA Offensive Player of the Week, safety Jaylen Lewis was named CUSA Defensive Player of the Week, punter Cole Maynard was named CUSA Special Teams Player…

McIvor named Monday Morning Quarterback by East-West Shrine Bowl

WKU Athletics Press Release

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Football quarterback Maverick McIvor has been named Monday Morning Quarterback for the East-West Shrine Bowl, the organization announced Monday. The award is given out to an all-star game eligible quarterback that displayed the most NFL traits that week. McIvor’s recognition comes after leading the Hilltoppers to a 41-24 victory over Sam Houston on Saturday at…

Man charged after tractor-trailer allegedly hits building in Franklin

FRANKLIN, Ky. – A Mississippi man is facing charges after allegedly leaving the scene of a wreck in Simpson County. According to a uniform citation, Franklin police responded around 10:22 p.m. Friday to a hit-and-run vehicle collision at TA Truck Service. Authorities say a tractor-trailer had driven through the truck service bay and hit two concrete barriers, which caused severe…

Hart County man charged with rape of child

HARDYVILLE, Ky. – A Hart County man is charged with rape and possession of sexual abuse material involving a child. According to a uniform citation, 25-year-old Christopher Hawkins of Hardyville is charged with use of a minor in a sex performance (under 16 years of age), distribution of matter portraying a sex performance by a minor under 12 and first-degree…

Man charged with heroin possession after wreck in Franklin

FRANKLIN, Ky. – A Tennessee man is facing drug possession charges following a collision in Simpson County. A uniform citation states the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office responded around 4:36 p.m. to Kenny Perry Drive for a non-injury collision. Authorities say upon arrival, they spoke with one of the drivers, 30-year-old Hayden Uhles of Hendersonville, Tennessee, who stated the collision was…

Horse Cave resident wins Trooper Island Camp raffle

HORSE CAVE, Ky. – Congratulations are in order for a Horse Cave resident. The Kentucky State Police announced Monday that Sarah Alvey of Horse Cave is the winner of the 2025 Trooper Island Camp, Inc. drawing. Alvey reportedly won out of 42,000 tickets sold total. Troopers say this is the highest number of tickets sold in Trooper Island’s history. The…

State police investigating fire department tanker truck crash

MARION COUNTY, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash in Marion County. KSP Public Affairs Office Trooper Jonathan Houk says troopers responded to the crash at 4:17 pm (CDT) on Friday. According to KSP’s preliminary investigation, a Raywick Fire Department 2008 International tanker truck, operated by firefighter Brian Hatt, 51, of Raywick, was traveling North on KY…