Author: WNKY Staff

Ribbon cutting announced for Salvation Army Life Navigation Collaborative Center

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Salvation Army of Bowling Green has announced the ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new Life Navigation Collaborative Center. On Thursday, Sept. 12 at 3:30 p.m. at 423 West Main Ave. in Bowling Green, you can help Salvation Army officials ring in the new building. The center is a groundbreaking joint venture between the City of Bowling…

Superintendent holds press conference after teen killed by school bus

Source: WLKY. WINCHESTER, Ky. (WKYT) – The Clark County Public Schools superintendent held a press conference Wednesday after the death of a 15-year-old student that was fatally hit by a school bus on Tuesday morning. Following the death of 15-year-old McKenna Letcher, WKYT reports there has been an outpouring of support in the community. People want the family to know…

Garrett Plaza dedicated on WKU campus

Source: WKU. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — The recently completed renovation to the Hilltop on Western Kentucky University’s campus was more than a renovation—it was a restoration. Completed this summer, the Hilltop Restoration Project makes the top of the Hill more accessible and provides unique outdoor space for the community to gather while also returning the top of the Hill to…

City of Glasgow awarded $100K to improve stormwater infrastructure on Trojan Trail

GLASGOW, Ky. – The City of Glasgow has received $100,000 toward infrastructure improvements on Trojan Trail. According to a release by the city, the funding is being supplied through Gov. Andy Beshear’s initiative to enhance stormwater infrastructure and improve environmental conditions. The city says the funds are provided by the Infrastructure Investment and Job Act’s Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse…

Motivational speaker Kate Garnes to appear at Barren County Middle School

Photo credit: www.kategarnes.comGLASGOW, Ky. – Barren County Middle School welcomes a national motivational speaker on Monday. Author, DJ, choreographer, and podcast host, Kate Garnes, will speak with Barren County middle school students about mental health. Kate’s mission is to “help teens find their worth and value when nobody shows up to tell them they are worthy or valuable.” The event…

Horse Cave man indicted on multiple charges, including rape

HART COUNTY, Ky. – A Horse Cave man is facing multiple charges, including rape and sodomy. According to jail records, Brian Bush, 45, of Horse Cave was taken into custody on Sept. 4 after a warrant was issued for his arrest. An indictment states it was filed on Sept. 3, formally charging Bush with first-degree rape, first-degree sodomy and incest…

FBI searching home after receiving tips in Crystal Rogers case

Source: WLKY. NELSON COUNTY, Ky. (WLKY) — The FBI and several other agencies are searching and digging at a home in rural Nelson County after receiving tips in the Crystal Rogers investigation. WLKY reports that records show the home has connections to the Houck family. The FBI says the search began Tuesday and will go into at least Thursday. The…

BGISD introduces Hall of Honor Class of 2024

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Independent School District is congratulating the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2024. On Wednesday, BGISD recognized Pam Thurman of Class of 1971, Felicia Bland of Class of 1984 and Patrick Martin Class of 1997. The honorees and their families plan to visit BGHS on Friday, Sept. 27 for a…

Holley LS Fest East returns to Bowling Green this week

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – An annual tradition is returning to Bowling Green this week. The 15th Holley LS Fest East takes place September 6-8 at Beech Bend Raceway. Event organizers say last year’s event attracted over 40,000 attendees and expects a larger crowd this week. The event celebrates the LS engine and automotive technology and will feature autocross events, drag…