Author: WNKY Staff

Scottsville man facing charges after police pursuit

SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A Scottsville man is facing charges after deputies say he led them on a chase Thursday through Allen County. According to the Allen County Sheriff’s Office, authorities attempted to stop a vehicle on Smiths Grove Road near the New Glasgow Road intersection. Deputies say the vehicle began to flee north on Smiths Grove Road and tried several…

UPDATE: Suspect in homicide in Grayson County taken into custody

The Kentucky State Police says George Greer has been taken into custody. We will provide further details as they are released. Original Story WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – A suspect in a homicide in Grayson County is currently wanted by law enforcement. The Kentucky State Police says it is seeking George Greer after it received a request around 7:40 a.m. Monday…

Beekeeping School hosted at Allen County-Scottsville High School

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Hundreds of beekeepers gathered in Scottsville on Saturday to learn more about their favorite subject. Beginners to experience professionals were welcomed at the Allen County-Scottsville High School for classes, such as honey production, keeping the pollinators healthy and even cooking with honey. Vendors displayed their latest beekeeping equipment, and the League of Arts and Crafts showcased…

Bowling Green Generals claim victory at Special Olympics Region One Basketball Tournament

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Generals won the Special Olympics Region One Basketball Tournament on Saturday. Thirty eight teams from the region played hard for the opportunity to advance to the state tournament, but it will be the Generals going to Louisville for that competition in March. Three hundred and seventy five athletes took to the hardwood at…

Man flown from scene of motorcycle collision involving deer

RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – A man was injured in a motorcycle collision with a deer on Saturday, police say. The Russellville Police Department says it responded to the scene at U.S. 79 Bypass between Bowling Green Road and Franklin Road. Police say Senad Hamzabegovic was operating a 2023 Harley Davidson motorcycle northbound when a deer collided with the vehicle. Hamzabegovic was…

Edmonson County Water District lifts boil water notice

BROWNSVILLE, Ky. – The Edmonson County Water District says it has lifted its boil water notice that was issued on Jan. 26. The district stated the notice affected all customers off the Wax Water Treatment Plant, beginning in Grayson County at the intersection of Highway 259 and Vanmeter School Road, including all of the Peonia and Wax area, as well…

Tops Announce Addition of Graduate Transfer Madyson Chitty

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Volleyball announced the addition of transfer L/DS Madyson Chitty today. Chitty will join the Hilltoppers after a four-year, standout career at Rutgers where she will graduate this semester with a degree in sport management.   “Madyson is a four-year starter and proven player in the best volleyball conference in the country and should impact us immediately,”…

Hilltoppers Fall Short Facing Sam Houston, 79-77

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Hilltopper Basketball fell to Sam Houston on Thursday night in Diddle Arena, 79-77. WKU drops to 14-7 overall and 3-4 in Conference USA league play with the loss. Thursday marked the second all-time meeting between WKU and Sam Houston in the Bearkats’ inaugural season as a member of CUSA. The Hilltoppers previously traveled to face Sam Houston…

Lady Toppers Stumble in Overtime at Sam Houston

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — WKU women’s basketball (13-9, 4-3 CUSA) fell to Sam Houston (6-13, 1-6 CUSA) in overtime on the road on Thursday night. Alexis Mead was the leading scorer for WKU with 15 points to go along with three rebounds and two assists. Acacia Hayes finished with 14 points and three assists. Destiny Salary added 12 points, five rebounds and…