Author: WNKY Staff

Nashville Airport Authority votes unanimously to proceed with airport name modification to honor Dolly Parton

NASHVILLE – On Friday, the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) voted unanimously to start the modification process of the airport’s name to honor Dolly Parton’s legacy. Officials will meet with appropriate parties to determine how Parton’s name will be incorporated, according to the statement. “This vote represents the first step in a multifaceted process. In the coming months, we anticipate…

Barren County Sheriff’s Office warning of scam targeting nurses

BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The Barren County Sheriff’s Office is warning the community about a scam targeting nurses involving their professional licenses. Deputies say nurses are being contacted by individuals who claim to be federal agents. During this conversation, authorities say the individuals say a nursing license has been suspended or is under investigation. Deputies say the scammers threaten victims’…

Bowling Green woman accused of impersonating a public servant

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green woman is accused of impersonating a public servant and forgery. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department arrested 39-year-old Teoshia Hill of Bowling Green Thursday. Police say the arrest stems from an incident in August, when they say Warren County District Judge Kimberly Geoghegan’s office obtained a document meant to…

WKU tops Pepperdine in Four Sets to Open Alyssa Cavanaugh Classic

WKU Athletics Media Release

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Volleyball (4-3) defeated Pepperdine in four sets on Thursday evening at E.A. Diddle Arena. The Hilltoppers logged one of their best offensive performances of the season, hitting .516 in a 25-16 win in the third set followed by a .400 hitting clip to secure a four set victory over the Waves. Stifling defense aided in…

Hot Rods Drop Game Two 4-1 to Dash

Hot Rods Media Release

Bowling Green, Kentucky – Dominic Fritton dealt 5.0 shutout innings, Ryan Cermak smashed a solo home run, but the Bowling Green Hot Rods (0-2) fell 4-1 to the Winston-Salem Dash (2-0) in game two of the SAL Divisional Series on Thursday night at Bowling Green Ballpark in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The Dash scored first, plating three runs in the top of…

Portion of Dillard Road to close starting Sept. 14

Source: Warren County KY Government. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A portion of Dillard Road will be closed to traffic starting Monday, Sept. 14, according to officials. In a social media post by the Warren County Government Facebook page, officials say Dillard Road will close between the Summit entrance and 1828 Dillard Road for road work. Residents between Nashville Road and…

Traffic congestion predicted ahead of weekend events in Warren County

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Drivers hitting the roads this weekend in Warren County should be prepared for increased traffic, transportation officials say. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District Three, multiple large events are taking place this weekend in the area starting Friday. This could create traffic congestion in two different areas, according to transportation officials. U.S. 31-W Louisville Road/the…

Family Enrichment Center to recognize TEN-4 Awareness Day

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Family Enrichment Center, Inc. is bringing awareness to how the community can help a child who may be in an unsafe situation. According to a release by the nonprofit, it is recognizing TEN-4, which stands for Torso, Ears and Neck in children 4 years old and under. This evidence-based bruising rule is a proven early warning…

Beshear orders flags to half-staff for Patriot Day

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff on Friday, Sept. 11, to commemorate Patriot Day and honor those lost in the 9/11 attacks 25 years ago. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses and organizations throughout the Commonwealth to join in this tribute.

Elkton gas station temporarily evacuates due to gas leak

Source: WEKT. ELKTON, Ky. (WEKT) – An Elkton gas station temporarily evacuated Tuesday during a reported gas leak. According to a report by WEKT, Chief James Calvary with the Elkton Fire Department says they were called to the scene of a natural gas leak at a FiveStar Gas Station. As a result, WEKT reports the gas station was evacuated as…