Author: WNKY Staff

Singer, songwriter John Prine honored at John Prine Memorial Park

MUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky. – Over at the border of Butler and Muhlenberg County, fans of singer and songwriter John Prine gathered to celebrate his life. Sunday, April 7 marked the fourth anniversary of Prine’s death. To honor him, fans gathered at John Prine Park to share their favorite stories and sing the songs of the country legend. Four years later,…

Kids meet first responders at Glasgow event

GLASGOW, Ky. – First responders from the fire department, police department and EMS gathered in Barren County at the Hero Center this weekend. There, they showed their vehicles and spent time teaching the community kids about the different jobs they do. Kids were able to talk to each group to learn more about their day-to-day, and, of course, get a…

Bennett tabbed CUSA Pitcher of the Week

DALLAS – Sophomore Jack Bennett was named the Conference USA Pitcher of the Week, as announced by league officials Monday afternoon. Bennett, a native of Paducah, Kentucky, was one out short of a complete-game on Friday night in a 4-1 win over the No. 8 ranked Dallas Baptist Patriots in the series opener. The right-hander registered, a career-high, 11 strikeouts…

Body of missing Dawson Springs woman found, authorities say

Source: Kentucky State Police/Trooper Porter (Facebook). DAWSON SPRINGS, Ky. – The body of a missing woman has been found in Dawson Springs, Kentucky, authorities stated Monday. The Kentucky State Police Police says foul play is not suspected after Bailey M. Whitman, 35, of Dawson Springs was reported missing on April 4. Troopers state Whitman was last seen on March 26,…

KSP investigating after burglary at Metcalfe County church

Source: Kentucky State Police, Trooper Houk (Facebook). METCALFE COUNTY, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police says it is investigating a burglary at Pink Ridge Missionary Baptist Church in Metcalfe County Troopers say around 4:20 a.m. on April 3, suspects stole musical instruments and sound equipment from the church. Now, authorities are asking for assistance from the public to identify the…

Man indicted in murder of inmate at Allen County Detention Center

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A man has been indicted after the murder of an inmate at the Allen County Detention Center, authorities say. The Kentucky State Police says on January 17, Robert Tomes,35, assaulted Levi Parrish, 40, a fellow inmate at the jail. Parrish was transported by EMS to The Bowling Green Medical Center, where troopers say Parrish later died on…

Highway safety officials warn drivers not to stop along the interstate during eclipse

If you are traveling Monday to view the solar eclipse, highway officials are advising drivers how to make the trip safely to their destination. The Federal Highway Administration shared advice on social media, including exiting the roadway to a safe location to watch or photograph the solar eclipse. Drivers are also advised to avoid travel during the eclipse or in…

Morgan Wallen has been arrested after police say he threw a chair off of the roof of a 6-story bar

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country music singer Morgan Wallen has been arrested after police say he threw a chair off the rooftop of a newly opened six-story bar in downtown Nashville. Wallen, 30, was booked into jail early Monday on three felony counts of reckless endangerment and one misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct, Metro Nashville Police tweeted. The charges stem…

Kentucky coach John Calipari talking with Arkansas about open job, according to multiple outlets

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Longtime Kentucky coach John Calipari was in negotiations to potentially leave and take the men’s basketball coaching job at Arkansas, multiple outlets reported late Sunday. Arkansas officials have been in discussions with Calipari about the opening, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reported, citing anonymous sources. ESPN, also citing anonymous sources, reported that Calipari is finalizing a five-year deal….

Hilltoppers fall short in series finale at Liberty

LYNCHBURG, Va. – Despite two home runs early in the ballgame, the WKU Softball program fell to Liberty, 7-5, in the series finale Sunday afternoon in Lynchburg. The Tops showcased power, as conference leader Taylor Sanders picked up her 13th homer of the year and Annie White hit the second big shot of her career. Katie Gardner went 4.1 innings…