Author: WNKY Staff

Man arrested after allegedly fleeing in Corvette at speeds of 105 mph

PADUCAH, Ky. – A Paducah man was arrested after authorities say he fled from Kentucky State Police troopers earlier this week. On the morning of Wednesday, May 1, troopers say they observed a red Chevrolet Corvette traveling 105 miles per hour on Interstate 69 near Draffenville, Kentucky. Troopers say they attempted to stop the vehicle, which continued to flee along…

Warren Water to celebrate during Drinking Water Week with food truck frenzy

National Drinking Water Week at Warren Water DistrictWARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Warren Water is joining utilities across the country to recognize the importance of tap water, water infrastructure and water professionals in everyday life. During Drinking Water Week from May 5 through May 11, Warren Water will host its Spring Food Truck Frenzy to support United Way. A full list…

The SKyPAC announces Brothers Osborne concert

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The SKyPAC welcomes a GRAMMY Award-winning country rock duo this August. On Friday, The SKyPAC announced a concert headlined by Brothers Osborne will take place on Friday, August 16. Brothers Osborne is comprised of brothers John and TJ Osborne. The siblings took home their first GRAMMY in 2022, winning Best Country Duo/Group Performance for their song…

2 juveniles arrested, 4 people injured in Hopkinsville shooting

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. – Two juveniles have been arrested in connection with a shooting that left four people injured outside of a Kentucky health department on April 14, police say. The Hopkinsville Police Department says it continues to search for Darrin Bussell. Officers say they responded to the 500 block of West 17th Street for a shooting. Upon arrival, police say…

Spartans Girls Lacrosse heading to regional finals

Source: South Warren Girls Lacrosse. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A group of local lacrosse athletes have reason to celebrate. The Spartans Girls Lacrosse team with South Warren High School is advancing to the regional finals, according to a social media post by the group. The group says this is the first time in history this has happened for the girls…

Barren County school bus involved in collision

GLASGOW, Ky. – Glasgow police responded Friday morning for a collision involving a Barren County school bus on Trojan Trail. According to the Glasgow Police Department, a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder operated by Larry Gibson of Murfreesboro, Tennessee tried to turn left out of a Barren County school parking lot onto Trojan Trail. Police say the Nissan then pulled into the…

Late Inning Push Not Enough in Hot Rods 6-5 Loss

Lakewood, New Jersey – Colton Ledbetter doubled in a three run ninth inning, but the comeback fell short for the Bowling Green Hot Rods (13-11) in a 6-5 loss to the Jersey Shore BlueClaws (11-13) on Thursday at ShoreTown Ballpark. The BlueClaws began the scoring in the bottom of first off Hot Rods starter Duncan Davitt. Justin Crawford singled to right and…

Tree giveaway and planting gives back to community at Reservoir Hill Park

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Local organizations found a way to give back to the community with a lasting impact. This morning, Operation PRIDE collaborated with the Landmark Association and State Farm to host a tree planting and giveaway. The Arbor Day Foundation worked with State Farm to help sponsor the event. The giveaway and planting took place at Reservoir Hill…

All-way stops added to Downtown Bowling Green intersections

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Two downtown Bowling Green intersections now feature additional stop signs. On Thursday, the City of Bowling Green announced its implementation of all-way stops at State Street and Third Avenue as well as the College Street and Third Avenue intersections. According to Andy Souza, director of Public Works for the City of Bowling Green, the city conducts…