Author: WNKY Staff

Glory Baby Ministry partners with T.J. Samson to support grieving families

Photo courtesy of Glory Baby Ministry. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Glory Baby Ministry is partnering with T.J. Samson Community Hospital to offer burial and memorial packages to the hospital’s Labor & Delivery floor. According to a release by the nonprofit, the packages will be available for families experiencing miscarriages, stillbirth or infant loss. “This partnership is an incredible blessing to…

Barren County students promote seat belt safety with “Rock the Belt” campaign

Photo source: Barren County SchoolsGLASGOW, Ky. – A new student-led campaign is promoting safety throughout the school district. According to Barren County Schools, students at Barren County High School and Trojan Academy have created “Rock the Belt,” a campaign that encourages peers and community members to buckle up while driving. The Barren County SADD club aims to highlight school safety…

Leitchfield-Grayson County Economic Development Board names DeCesare executive director

LEITCHFIELD, Ky. – The Leitchfield-Grayson County Economic Development Board announced Jim DeCesare as its new Executive Director Wednesday. DeCesare will lead the organization’s efforts to attract new industry and assist current employers with expansion, according to a media release. “Grayson County has tremendous assets, including a talented workforce, strong manufacturing base, strategic location, and an outstanding opportunity,” said DeCesare. “I…

Woman found stabbed after commercial vehicle hits Lexington home

Photo source: Canva. LEXINGTON, Ky. – One woman is injured after authorities say she was found stabbed when a commercial vehicle hit a Lexington home on Thursday morning. According to a social media post by the Lexington Police Department, shortly before 10 a.m., officers responded to the 3300 block of Valhalla Drive for a report of a commercial vehicle hitting…

Beshear announces over $18.8 million to fund accessibility, safety projects in Kentucky

Source: Canva. FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear has confirmed $18.8 million in funding will go to 18 transportation projects across Kentucky to improve safety and accessibility. According to a release by the governor’s office, the projects will support more accessible areas for walking, biking, wheelchairs and more. “Transportation isn’t just about the work we are doing to improve roads…

$100,000 a Year for Life winning Millionaire for Life ticket sold in Kentucky

Source: Kentucky Lottery. HARRODSBURG, Ky. – A $100,000 a Year for Life Millionaire for Life winning ticket has been sold in Kentucky, according to the Kentucky Lottery. Lottery officials say the winning ticket was sold at Harrodsburg Marathon at 620 S. College St. According to the Kentucky Lottery, the ticket won the game’s second-tier prize of $100,000 per year for…

Woman wanted on burglary charge in Hopkinsville

Middle photo courtesy of Crime Stoppers – Hopkinsville/Christian County. Background photo: Canva. CHRISTIAN COUNTY, Ky. – The Hopkinsville-Christian County Crime Stoppers are asking for the public’s assistance to locate a woman wanted on a burglary charge. According to the agency, Angela Sutton is wanted on a second-degree burglary charge. Crime Stoppers says there is a cash reward for information leading…

Logan County added to growing list of burn bans

LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – Logan County has joined a growing list of burn bans amid increased wildfire risks and dry conditions. According to an executive order on Thursday, Sept. 3, all open burning is banned countywide, effective immediately. The order includes the lighting of fireworks and the burning of any material outdoors. According to the document, the ban will be…

UPDATE: 1 dead after head-on collision involving semi-truck in Hardin County

Credit: Trooper WasherUPDATE (9/3/26 – 11:45 am) HARDIN COUNTY, Ky. – The Hardin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal head-on crash involving a semi-truck. According to a media release, HCSO deputies responded to a two-vehicle collision on Joe Prather Highway Wednesday at approximately 2:18 pm. A preliminary investigation indicates that a vehicle driven by a Louisville man was traveling…

No reported injuries after plane makes emergency landing in Dawson Springs

Photo courtesy of Jason Jones/Jones Photography. DAWSON SPRINGS, Ky. (WKDZ) – No injuries were reported Tuesday night after a small plane reportedly made an emergency landing in Dawson Springs. According to a report by WKDZ, Maj. Joseph Stratton with the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office stated the plane landed near Industrial Park Road around 10:30 p.m. WKDZ reports upon deputies’ arrival,…