Author: WNKY Staff

Mt. Zion Baptist Church, BGPD to host Annual Back-to-School Block Party

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department and Mount Zion Baptist Church are teaming up for the annual Back-to-School Block Party. On Saturday, July 19, local families are invited to the church to prepare for school during a community gathering. Organizers say there will be a backpack giveaway, along with Chromebook and bicycles. Free haircuts will also be…

UPDATE: Identity of teen killed in Barren Co. motorcycle crash released

Source: Hatcher and Saddler Funeral Home. GLASGOW, Ky. – A Barren County EMT and volunteer firefighter has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash involving a motorcycle. KSP public affairs officer trooper Katan Parker says KSP received a call about a fatal collision on Scottsville Road at Finney Road just before 3 pm on Friday. KSP’s investigation shows…

KSP troopers rescue family after child calls 911

LONDON, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police says troopers rescued several members of a family thanks to a 911 call from a child. According to authorities, on July 9 around 1 p.m., KSP Post 11 troopers in London successfully rescued victims of a domestic violence situation in Laurel County. Troopers say the situation started when a child used a 911-only…

Glasgow man arrested after allegedly hitting woman with vehicle

GLASGOW, Ky. – A Glasgow man is facing multiple charges after allegedly hitting a woman while driving a vehicle. The Glasgow Police Department says it responded to Cleveland Avenue on Friday for a complaint of a woman that had been hit by a vehicle. Officers say they  located the female victim, who stated she had been struck by a vehicle…

KY 1749 Bridge over Little Beaverdam Creek in Edmonson County set for long-term closure

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The KY 1749 Wingfield Church Road bridge over Little Beaverdam Creek at mile points 3.3 in Edmonson County is set for a long-term closure. According to transportation officials, the bridge will close beginning the morning of Friday, July 11. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 bridge inspectors, out of abundance of caution, determined the bridge needed to…

SKYPAC Honors Champions of the Arts at 2025 Awards Celebration

Source: SKyPAC, BOWLING GREEN, Ky.f — The Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center proudly celebrated three extraordinary champions of the arts at its 2025 Awards Ceremony on Thursday. The evening, held in the SKYPAC lobby, featured a cocktail reception, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and heartfelt tributes to individuals whose contributions have elevated the arts across South Central Kentucky. Russell Faxon, internationally renowned…

Child dies after collision, Glasgow man arrested

HORSE CAVE, Ky. – A Glasgow man is behind bars following a fatal collision. Just before 7 p.m. on May 30, the Kentucky State Police Post says it received a call about an injury collision. Troopers say they arrived at the scene at the 59-mile marker southbound on Interstate 65. According to authorities, a preliminary investigation indicates that a 2014…

18-year-old and minor charged with vandalism of Campbellsville park

CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. – A Campbellsville teen and a juvenile are facing charges connected to vandalism at an area park. According to the City of Campbellsville, early Thursday morning, the newly upgraded Miller Park was vandalized with spray paint. Following an investigation and a review of camera footage, officials say both individuals were apprehended. Both are charged with felony vandalism. Eighteen-year-old…

Russellville man indicted on criminal child abuse charges

RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – A Russellville man is facing criminal child abuse charges involving a minor under the age of 12. According to an indictment, 39-year-old John Carnahan of Russellville was indicted on two counts of first-degree criminal abuse, child 12 or under. Carnahan was arrested on July 9., according to jail records. The indictment, which court records state was filed…

Woodburn Fire Department to host annual ice cream supper

WOODBURN, Ky. – The Woodburn Fire Department’s annual Ice Cream Supper is back on Aug. 9. The community is invited to support the fire department from 6 to 9 p.m. Families can enjoy games, a cake walk, live music, and, of course, ice cream at Woodburn Ball Park. In addition, several food trucks will be on site, including Wrap and…