Author: WNKY Staff

2 injured in Glasgow collision

GLASGOW, Ky. – Two are injured following a vehicle collision in Glasgow. Glasgow Police Department Major Terry Flatt says officers responded to a crash on Cleveland Avenue on Tuesday. Officers say Travis Butler was driving westbound when he looked down at something inside the vehicle. Butler told officers that when he looked back up, he could not avoid hitting another…

Bowling Green Battle of the Bells continues, donations open now

Source: Warren County Sheriff’s Office/Salvation Army. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – If you remember those red kettles that come out every Christmas with bells ringing, then you’ll recognize the latest friendly competition underway in Bowling Green. WNKY News 40 recently covered Salvation Army’s kick off of its Kettle Campaign with “Battle of the Bells.” The fundraiser aims to support the mission…

Nashville man charged with fleeing police in Simpson County

FRANKLIN, Ky. – A Tennessee man is facing multiple charges after authorities say he fled police in Simpson County on Monday. According to a uniform citation, a call came in around 9:35 p.m. about a reckless driver on Interstate 65 southbound at the 17-mile marker. A deputy with the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office states they positioned their cruiser to find…

Traffic stop leads to Madisonville drug bust with infant in back seat

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. – Two people are behind bars after authorities say they found drugs in the back of a vehicle near an infant. According to the Madisonville Police Department, 39-year-old Stacey Dillard of Hopkinsville and 38-year-old Destiny White of Madisonville were arrested Monday and charged with first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance, second or greater offense (methamphetamine), first-degree possession of…

Cheese recalled at Kroger stores in Kentucky, Indiana for possible listeria

(CNN) – Some Boar’s Head-labeled food items have been recalled due to a risk of bacterial contamination. According to a notice from the Ambriola Company, the recall is tied to some of its Pecorino Romano cheese products that could potentially contain listeria. The company distributes some of the cheese under the Boar’s Head Brand. The recall includes cheese sold in…

4 Things You Need to Know: November 25, 2025

Tonight at SKyPAC, you can see A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage. The ever popular story has warmed the hearts of millions of fans since it first aired on television 59 years ago. Now the classic animated television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation that celebrates the timeless television classic so the whole family can join…

Vote: Ramsey Theatre Company productions nominated for regional awards

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Ramsey Theatre Company is sharing the success of three of its productions that have been nominated for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards. The awards celebrate outstanding regional productions, touring shows and more. The best part? Viewers can vote to make a difference. First, Ramsey Theatre Company’s “Grease” has received 17 nominations, including for the categories of…

Med Center Health Foundation hosting Make the Season Bright tree lightings

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – An annual tradition is back this year with Med Center Health Foundation’s Make the Season Bright Program. According to a release by Med Center Health, the program offers a unique way to honor a loved one while also supporting health-centered missions for patients and their families. Make the Season Bright is a fundraiser to benefit Med…

T.J. Samson Community Hospital achieves Elite National Status as a straight- ‘A’ For patient safety

GLASGOW, Ky. – T.J. Samson Community Hospital was awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for the fifth consecutive time by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. According to a release by T.J. Regional Health on Tuesday, this designates T.J. Samson as a “Straight A” hospital, defined as hospitals that have an A for fall…