Author: WNKY Staff

Barren students receive Ronald Reagan Medal for Leadership

GLASGOW, Ky. – Two Barren County High School students are being recognized nationally. On Wednesday, junior Grant Harper and senior Katelyn Huffaker were awarded the Ronald Reagan Medal for Leadership. The Ronald Reagan Medal for Leadership recognizes exceptional high school students who demonstrate exemplary leadership skills, a commitment to service, and a dedication to upholding the values of freedom, democracy,…

Dr. Paul introduces act to preserve local news and broadcast media

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) announced The Local News and Broadcast Preservation Act on Wednesday. The act will give local broadcasters and newspapers relief from previous government restrictions, allowing for more flexibility in the modern landscape, according to a release from Dr. Paul’s office, “With the rise of social media and an ever-changing media landscape, it is…

UPDATE: Police find displaced child in Tennessee after storms, parent located

Source: Spring Hill Police Department. SPRING HILL, Tenn. – A child has been found alive in Spring Hill, Tennessee following severe weather and will be reunited with a parent, police say. On Thursday morning, the Spring Hill Police Department stated the child was taken to an area hospital for EMS protocol. Police say the child was found on Kedron Road….

The Medical Center at Bowling Green awarded ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Medical Center at Bowling Green received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit upholding the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers. According to a release by Med Center Health, this national distinction celebrates The Medical Center at Bowling Green prioritizing patient safety by protecting patients from…

Glasgow Public Square to close for 225th Anniversary celebration

GLASGOW, Ky. – Motorists in Glasgow can expect a closure on Friday. The Glasgow Public Square’s east side will close at 8 a.m. on Friday, May 10 for the city’s 225th Anniversary celebration. The north and south sides will close at 3 p.m. Glasgow police ask motorists to seek alternate routes if traveling in the area.

Crews working multiple power outages across local area

(Warren RECC)SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY – Utility crews have responded to multiple power outages throughout the viewing area Wednesday night. 8:01 p.m. Warren Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation states it is responding to Butler County near Highway 79. Utility officials say rising water is affecting their ability to fix broken poles. However, crews are working to restore power. 8:30 p.m. Warren RECC…

Section of road in Glasgow closed due to flooding

GLASGOW, Ky. – Old Munfordville Road located near Veterans Outer Loop in Glasgow is closed due to flooding, city officials say. 9:35 p.m. According to a social media post by Glasgow/Barren County Emergency Management, storm water manager April Russell stated water is over the roadway and almost cresting the bridge. Please use an alternate route.  

WKU Softball set for 2024 Conference USA Tournament

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Softball is set to open the 2024 Conference USA Tournament on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. CT against the winner of the LA Tech/ UTEP game. All tournament games up to the championship (CBS Sports Network) will be available to stream on ESPN+. The Hilltoppers are headed back to NM State’s Softball Complex, since opening conference…

GALLERY: Weather images from around south-central Kentucky

SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY – Several of our viewers have been sending in images after storms hit the local area. Below are images from Warren, Logan and Barren counties.   Cave City, Kentucky. By Beth Gibbons.   Cave City, Kentucky. By Beth Gibbons.   Lewisburg, Kentucky in Logan County. By James Quinn.   Lewisburg, Kentucky in Logan County. By James Quinn….