Author: WNKY Staff

2 children flown after collision at Veterans Memorial Lane intersection

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Two children were flown to a hospital after a crash on Veterans Memorial Lane around midnight Friday, according to police. Bowling Green Police Department public information officer Ronnie Ward says the operator of a vehicle ran a light at Veterans Memorial Lane and Tomblinson Way. According to Ward, this vehicle stuck another vehicle in a T-bone…

Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs Summer Startup Program announces competition winners

Source: Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs. LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Some innovative Kentucky high school students created business solutions for real-world problems during the 2024 Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs. Some problems tackled included food deserts, crash-test dummies and challenges faced by breast cancer patients. This year, GSE says 158 students finished the program. According to a release by GSE, the program for…

Man arrested in Cave City in relation to vehicle stolen out of Tennessee

CAVE CITY, Ky. – A man is facing multiple charges after police say they located a vehicle stolen out of Tennessee. The Cave City Police Department says it responded Thursday shortly before midnight to 819 Sanders St. in reference to a male outside of the parking trying to break into vehicles. Police say before their arrival, the caller said the…

1 flown after wreck on I-65 in Simpson County

FRANKLIN, Ky. – One person was flown after a wreck Friday afternoon in Simpson County, according to authorities. Trooper Katan Parker, public affairs officer with the Kentucky State Police, confirmed the wreck took place near the 9 mile marker on Interstate 65 southbound. The condition of the patient has not been released at this time. This is a developing story….

5 Hilltoppers named to CUSA Preseason Watch List; WKU picked second in Preseason Poll

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Five WKU Football players were named to the Conference USA Preseason Watch List and the Hilltoppers were selected second in the 2024 CUSA Football Media Predicted Order of Finish, the league announced Friday. The group of Hilltoppers on the Preseason Watch List included running back Elijah Young, offensive lineman Quantavious Leslie, defensive lineman Hosea Wheeler, defensive back Upton…

Man charged with burglary at U.S. 31-W Bypass business in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A man is facing burglary charges involving a Bowling Green business. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department responded for a burglary alarm at 651 U.S. 31-W. Upon arrival, police say they saw a subject in all black with a hood pulled over his head, picking up two duffel bags and running toward…

Green County man facing child sexual exploitation charges

SUMMERSVILLE, Ky. – A Green County man is facing child sexual exploitation charges. The Kentucky State Police announced that its Electronic Crime Branch arrested Jamicah Cane Sears, 26 of Summersville, on charges related to child sexual abuse material. Troopers say that an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation was conducted following the discovery that Sears was sharing images of child…

WCSO seeking identity of person caught on surveillance

Source: Warren County Sheriff’s Office. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Warren County Sheriff’s Office needs your help identifying an individual. According to deputies, the person was caught on camera rummaging through vehicles at an apartment complex at 6099 Scottsville Road. Deputies say this occurred Tuesday, July 16 just before 11 p.m. If you have any information, call the WCSO at…

Applications open for County Agricultural Investment Program

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Applications are being accepted for the Community Agricultural Investment Program. The Warren County Conservation District says applications will be accepted through Aug. 9 at 4 p.m. The program offers money for farm improvements. Eligible investment areas include: Agricultural diversification Large animal-small animal Farm infrastructure Fencing and on-farm water Forage and grain improvement Innovative ag. systems On-farm…