Author: WNKY Staff

Med Center EMS provides tips to combat incoming heat

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- With the large possibility of heat coming in the next few days, the potential of heat-related illnesses will increase. There are a few steps that you can take to limit the amount of heat-related illness for you and your family. This includes staying hydrated and limiting your time in the sun. Remaining prepared for the heat will…

FEMA running out of cash ahead of extreme weather

(CNN) – The summer storm season is just ramping up, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency is running out of money. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration now reports that the U.S. has already been hit with 11 extreme disasters so far this year. Combined, those costs add up to a price tag of more than $25 billion. That means…

3 charged after disappearance of infant in Ohio County appear in court

OHIO COUNTY, Ky. – Three people connected to the disappearance of an 8-month-old from Ohio County appeared in court Monday morning. The infant’s parents, Tesla Tucker and Cage Rudd, along with Ricky Smith, appeared before a judge in Daviess County this morning, according to court documents. Its been reported Smith is the infant’s grandfather. The infant, identified by Kentucky State…

Barren County Schools announce new Director of Special Programs

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Barren County Board of Education announced Christa Middleton as its new Director of Special Programs on Monday. Middleton has served the Barren County Schools system since 2004. She began her teaching career as a Special Education teacher at Barren County Middle School before moving to North Jackson Elementary in the same role in 2009 until 2019….

BG Amplifest taking place June 22

Photo source: White Squirrel Brewery BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – BG Amplifest is set for June 22. According to BG Amplify Foundation, you can enjoy live band karaoke, vendors, food trucks and a silent auction. The event will last from noon to 5 p.m at White Squirrel Brewery. The group says there will be performances from the musicians of the Bowling…

Warren County Public Library announces BG Bigfoot MiniCon

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – One of nature’s most enigmatic creatures is making a stop in Bowling Green this Summer. The Warren County Public Library will host its inaugural BG Bigfoot MiniCon on Saturday, August 3 from 10 am until 5 pm at The Capitol. The event will feature the return of Dr. Mireya Mayor and her team from Discovery Channel’s…

Bowling Green Fire Department releases annual report

Photo courtesy of Bowling Green Fire DepartmentBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Fire Department announced Monday, June 10 that it released its annual report. According to a social media post by the fire department, its command staff and program and division leaders spent the last six months gathering the department’s accomplishments and potential improvements for 2023. The department says…

Over 8,000 visit The Wall that Heals in Russellville

LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – The numbers are in after The Wall that Heals made its way to Russellville, Kentucky early last week. The Wall That Heals is a 3/4 size replica of the Vietnam Wall memorial in Washington, D.C. that was created in order to serve an emotional and physical need. The wall travels the country setting up shop in…

UPDATE: Edmonson County Water District issues boil water advisories

EDMONSON COUNTY, Ky. – The Edmonson County Water District has issued two boil water advisories. The district says the advisories were issued because the potential exists for bacteriological contamination due to low pressure or no pressure because of a main line leak on main pumping line. According to a social media post by the district, affected areas include 259-N from…

Kentucky man charged with child sexual abuse material offenses

VERSAILLES, Ky. – A Kentucky man is facing charges related to child sexual abuse material. The Kentucky State Police says it arrested 43-year-old Chad A. Swiger on Thursday, June 6 as a result of an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. Troopers say the investigation began after it was discovered Swiger shared images of child sexual exploitation online. As a…