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The Medical Center at Bowling Green awarded ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Medical Center at Bowling Green received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit upholding the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers. According to a release by Med Center Health, this national distinction celebrates The Medical Center at Bowling Green prioritizing patient safety by protecting patients from…

Glasgow Public Square to close for 225th Anniversary celebration

GLASGOW, Ky. – Motorists in Glasgow can expect a closure on Friday. The Glasgow Public Square’s east side will close at 8 a.m. on Friday, May 10 for the city’s 225th Anniversary celebration. The north and south sides will close at 3 p.m. Glasgow police ask motorists to seek alternate routes if traveling in the area.

Crews working multiple power outages across local area

(Warren RECC)SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY – Utility crews have responded to multiple power outages throughout the viewing area Wednesday night. 8:01 p.m. Warren Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation states it is responding to Butler County near Highway 79. Utility officials say rising water is affecting their ability to fix broken poles. However, crews are working to restore power. 8:30 p.m. Warren RECC…

Section of road in Glasgow closed due to flooding

GLASGOW, Ky. – Old Munfordville Road located near Veterans Outer Loop in Glasgow is closed due to flooding, city officials say. 9:35 p.m. According to a social media post by Glasgow/Barren County Emergency Management, storm water manager April Russell stated water is over the roadway and almost cresting the bridge. Please use an alternate route.  

WKU Softball set for 2024 Conference USA Tournament

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU Softball is set to open the 2024 Conference USA Tournament on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. CT against the winner of the LA Tech/ UTEP game. All tournament games up to the championship (CBS Sports Network) will be available to stream on ESPN+. The Hilltoppers are headed back to NM State’s Softball Complex, since opening conference…

GALLERY: Weather images from around south-central Kentucky

SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY – Several of our viewers have been sending in images after storms hit the local area. Below are images from Warren, Logan and Barren counties.   Cave City, Kentucky. By Beth Gibbons.   Cave City, Kentucky. By Beth Gibbons.   Lewisburg, Kentucky in Logan County. By James Quinn.   Lewisburg, Kentucky in Logan County. By James Quinn….

Craig Ends Record-Breaking Season at NCAA Regional

EAST LANSING, Mich. – WKU Women’s Golf record-breaking and historic season came to an end Wednesday afternoon as junior Catie Craig concluded her final round at the NCAA Regional hosted by Michigan State. Craig held steady in the final round of the East Lansing Regional, shooting a 5-over 77 on Wednesday afternoon. She stayed even keel through the round, posting pars…

T.J. Health outpatient clinics closing early ahead of weather

GLASGOW, Ky. – T.J. Health outpatient clinics are closing early ahead of a potential for severe weather. Clinics will close at 3:30 p.m., according to Stacey Biggs, executive vice president of marketing, planning and development for T.J. Regional Health. Biggs stated urgent care will remain open in case of emergencies. Additionally, Biggs confirmed T.J. hospitals will remain open 24/7.

Hot Rods and Grasshoppers Rained Out Wednesday

Bowling Green, Kentucky – The Bowling Green Hot Rods game scheduled for 11:05 AM CT Wednesday against the Greensboro Grasshoppers has been postponed due to rain. The two teams are scheduled for a doubleheader Thursday, May 9. The Hot Rods will play two, seven-inning games. First pitch is set for 5:35 PM CT with the second game following approximately 30 minutes after…