Source: Warren County Public Library. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Warren County Public Library will host award-winning author Silas House at the Capitol on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. According to the library, House will discuss his two new books, “All These Ghosts” and “Dead Man Blues.” Free copies of the books will be given away to those who attend,…
Source: Kentucky State Police. LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police honored 61 troopers, detectives and officers who went above and beyond the call of service during their Sworn Awards Ceremony. This annual event highlights those who are dedicated to protecting Kentucky’s 120 counties with a mission of creating a safer commonwealth for future generations. The awards presented were for…
GLASGOW, Ky. – Drivers traveling through Glasgow should be prepared for a road closure this week. Glasgow/Barren County Emergency Management says on Wednesday, Oct. 1, Lyon School Road will be closed from the 2670 block to the 3742 block in various locations. This is due to cross tile replacement. Work is set to begin at 8 a.m. and continue until…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – You can get sneak peek of the incoming Greenwood Ford Lincoln Broadway season. On Tuesday, Sept. 30, the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center is hosting a Broadway Happy Hour. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the event beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy vocal performances by the Ramsey Theatre Company, a Q&A with Diane DiCroce, producing artistic…
French fries poured out of a bag on a black cement floor.Source: Johnstocker/Envato.(CNN) – McDonald’s is bringing back a decades old game for customers. The fast food chain’s Monopoly returns to the United States on Oct. 6. This promotion, based on the classic Hasbro board game, made its debut at McDonald’s in 1987. In addition to free food, some of…
(l-R) Lori Boyd, Caitlyn Mason, and Brenda Turner. Source: American Cancer Society. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Three cancer survivors are being honored at the 11th Purses, Pouts and Pearls event on Feb. 13. Every year, the event benefits the American Cancer Society through an auction of designer bags and a community gathering of supporters and those impacted by cancer. According…
Photo credit: Hannah LyversBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Some congratulations are in order for News 40’s own Telia Butler, who has been selected as the 2025-26 recipient of the Talisman Award for outstanding contributions in communications. Butler has been the voice of Throwback Thursday at News 40 for nine years, but she also serves as the downtown development coordinator for Bowling…
Michael Cantrell and Zachary CantrellFRANKLIN, Ky. – Two Franklin men are facing drug trafficking charges following an investigation. According to the South-Central Kentucky Drug Task Force, agents, along with the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office, conducted a traffic stop on Sept. 22 on Filter Plant Road in Franklin. Authorities say the driver, identified as 39-year-old Michael Cantrell, and the passenger, identified…
Source: WKU. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. –Three Kentucky educators that have made a special impact on students’ lives are joining The Louis B. Nunn Kentucky Teacher Hall of Fame this year. According to a release by Western Kentucky University, Lois Chandler, Julie Cowan and Jennifer Fritsch are members of the 17th class. They were selected by a statewide committee following an…
WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Warren County Emergency Management is scheduled to test the area’s Community Outdoor Warning Sirens, or COWS, on Friday, Oct. 3. According to county officials, the test will occur at noon. The next expected test dates following this month are Nov. 7 and Dec. 5. News 40 will provide further updates as they are released.
