Author: WNKY Staff

UPDATE: Green River Ferry repairs postponed due to inclement weather

Photo Credit: Mammoth Cave National ParkUPDATE MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky.– Maintenance work on the Green River Ferry at Mammoth Cave National Park originally scheduled for May 7 and May 8 has been postponed due to the possibility of inclement weather. The Green River Ferry will operate on a normal schedule. A temporary closure to allow replacement of the guide cables for…

Leitchfield police seek information on stolen boats

  LEITCHFIELD, Ky. – The Leitchfield Police Department is seeking information from the public. On the evening of Saturday, May 4 at approximately 11:30 p.m., three unknown men entered the enclosed area at Renegade Marine. Shortly after, three trucks sped into the lot. Within minutes, the three trucks exited the lot with three boats in tow. According to police, the…

Discount guide for WCPS Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – It’s Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week for the Warren County Public School district! To celebrate, the Warren East High School Student Ambassador team has compiled a list of discounts available to all Warren County Public School employees: Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Free mini one topping sundae. Show your WCPS ID to redeem. Chick-Fil-A Choice of:…

Support education with Handbags for Hope, tickets on sale now

Source: United Way of Southern Kentucky. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Tickets are on sale now for Handbags for Hope, benefitting kindergarten readiness and early childhood education. A limited number of tickets are available. According to United Way of Southern Kentucky, the unforgettable event will take place Friday, May 17. You can also bid in a silent auction starting noon on…

Sanders and Smith earn CUSA weekly awards

DALLAS – In the final weekend of the regular season, Conference USA announced Monday that fifth-year Taylor Sanders and freshman Rylan Smith were tabbed with weekly awards from the league. Sanders was named the CUSA Player of the Week, her second of the season, while Smith earned CUSA Freshman of the Week for the first weekly award of her career….

Tennessee man arrested, victim listed in critical condition following UTV crash

OLMSTEAD, Ky. – A Tennessee man has been arrested after a weekend crash involving a utility task vehicle. In a uniform citation obtained by News 40, deputies with the Logan County Sheriff’s Office stated they received a call about a severe collision on Keysburg Road on Saturday. Deputies say when they got into contact with 19-year-old Devon Crenshaw of Springfield,…

BGFD Station 7 to host open house

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Interested in becoming a firefighter? Bowling Green Fire Department Station 7 is hosting an open house Monday, May 6 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The open house will feature a station tour, details of position specialties, and conversations with current recruits and firefighters. The station is located at 385 Lovers Ln, Bowling Green, KY 42103….

Junior Achievement of South Central Kentucky announces new director of education

Bowling Green, KY – Lauren Griffing has been named Director of Education for Junior Achievement of South Central Kentucky. In this role, Griffing will oversee all JA educational programming in the Bowling Green and South Central Kentucky areas. These programs focus on preparing over 10,000 local K-12 students for work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. “Lauren’s experience is invaluable to…

Multiple collisions reported on Monday morning

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Multiple collisions were reported in Bowling Green and on Interstate 65 on Monday morning, police say. Bowling Green Police Department public information officer Ronnie Ward confirmed there have been two wrecks within city limits and seven on the interstate. Ward stated the two accidents in Bowling Green were not serious. Police say three of the wrecks…

Glasgow street to close Tuesday for repairs

GLASGOW, Ky. – A Glasgow street is set to close for repairs. On Tuesday, crews will work on building repairs South Green Street between Washington Street & Wayne Street. The street is expected to be closed from 07:30 am to 03:00 pm. Officials encourage motorists to find alternative routes.