Author: WNKY Staff

Scottsville Police Department welcomes new police chief

Source: Scottsville Police Department. SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – The Scottsville Police Department is welcoming a new chief of police. Chief Danny Wilson has been announced as the department’s newest team member. Wilson says, “It is my great honor to serve as your chief of police. I promise to bring excitement and new energy to this area, to be actively engaged with…

Edmonson County man charged with fleeing police, assault of police officer

MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky. – One man is behind bars after allegedly fleeing police in Edmonson County. According to a uniform citation, the Edmonson County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched on Oct. 24 for a reported EPO violation. Authorities say while responding, they passed a vehicle matching the given description. Deputies say they attempted to conduct a traffic stop, however, the vehicle…

WKU announces creation of Houchens Industries Athletic District

WKU Athletics Press Release

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Western Kentucky University and Houchens Industries announced an addition to their long-standing partnership on Monday with the creation of the Houchens Industries Athletic District. The agreement is for 10 years and runs through the 2033-34 athletic season. “We are tremendously appreciative of our long-standing partnership with Houchens Industries,” WKU Director of Athletics Todd Stewart said. “Their…

UPDATE: One dead following two-vehicle crash on I-65 in Warren County

UPDATE (11:07 am) BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating a fatal crash in Warren County. KSP Public Affairs Officer Trooper Katan Parker says troopers responded to Interstate 65 southbound, 20.2 mile marker, just before 3 a.m. to a report of an injury collision. KSP’s investigation indicates that an SUV, driven by 49-year-old Johnathan Barnes of Hendersonville, Tennessee,…

Two injured after commercial van strikes rock wall in Barren County

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Barren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash involving a commercial vehicle. BCSO Detective Adam Bow says deputies responded to an injury accident at the 5700 block of Burkesville Road on Monday. Bow says the preliminary investigation shows that a commercial van, driven by Maurice Dykema, of Cartersville, GA, failed to navigate a curve in the…

Downtown Bowling Green event to result in road closures

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Drivers should be aware of some road closures for this weekend’s Scare on the Square. On Saturday, Oct. 25, streets around Fountain Square Park will be closed to allow families to enjoy some Halloween fun in the downtown area. Scare on the Square is a free trick-or-treating event that occurs each year at local businesses. The…

Bowling Green police remind drivers of school bus safety

Source: Bowling Green Police Department. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – National School Bus Safety Week is coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean you should forget about driving safely. The Bowling Green Police Department is reminding drivers how they can do their part to keep local children safe as they enter and exit a school bus. Bowling Green police say…

Portion of Glasgow square to close for Saturday event

GLASGOW, Ky. – This weekend, drivers should be prepared for a closure in downtown Glasgow. On Saturday, Oct. 25, police say the east side of the Glasgow public square will close at 10 a.m. Glasgow police say this closure will be for the Church on the Square event. Drivers should use caution while traveling through the area.

Todd County man arrested after allegedly driving into opposite lane

GUTHRIE, Ky. – A wanted Todd County man is facing multiple charges after allegedly swerving into the opposite lane of travel. According to a uniform citation, the Guthrie Police Department observed a vehicle traveling on Russellville Road in Guthrie on Wednesday just after 10:20 p.m. Authorities say they observed the vehicle swerve into the opposite lane. Police say during a…

Crash reported on North Jackson Highway in Glasgow

GLASGOW, Ky. – A crash has reportedly occurred in Glasgow, impacting traffic Friday morning. Authorities confirm a crash was reported on the 3800 block of North Jackson Highway near Dollar General. Law enforcement has stated that Glasgow police responded to the scene. Details are limited at this time. This is a developing story. We will provide additional updates as those…