Author: WNKY Staff

WCSO makes DUI arrest, issues 40 citations during traffic safety checkpoint

Photo source: Warren County Sheriff’s OfficeWARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The Warren County Sheriff’s Office says it issued 40 citations and made one DUI arrest during a traffic safety checkpoint. Over the weekend, authorities say deputies conducted the checkpoint at the intersection of Three Springs Road and Rich Pond Road. The Warren County Sheriff’s Office says the checkpoints are used to…

Sunrise Spotlight: Drive Up for Down Syndrome!

For this week’s Sunrise Spotlight, we met with Emily and Sebastian Johnson. These two joined us this morning to tell us all about Drive Up for Down Syndrome, where you can raise money for the Buddy House! Down Syndrome of Southern Kentucky is hosting this amazing event on June 10th in the BGMU parking lot from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. Car…

Pet of the Day: Valentina & Bella

If you need a bonded pair of kitties to sweeten up your life, we have just the girls for you. For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, we have Valentina and Bella. Valentina is a black and white domestic shorthaired cat, with an adventurous personality. She definitely likes to explore a bit more…

SoKy’s Choice: Duncan Hines Days

For this week’s SoKy’s Choice, brought to you by JC Kirby & Son, we met with Telia Bulter. She spoke to us about the highly anticipated events for Duncan Hines Days. From June 5th to 12th expect to see many fun-filled events honoring the life and values of Duncan Hines. Exhibits at the Downing and the Kentucky Museums, a line…

Living Well: Summer Skin Safety

It’s the unofficial start of summer! And as you spend more time outside, don’t forget to protect your skin from the sun! Sunscreen is a great tool to do that but health experts say many people may not apply it the correct way. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, News 40’s Morgan Hoover has more on…

City of Morgantown celebrates grand opening of park

MORGANTOWN, Ky. – Morgantown locals have a newly opened park to enjoy just in time for the weather. A grand opening was held Saturday for the Charles Black City Park and 1813 Freedom Park. City leaders say if you want to have a peaceful picnic, play with your children or simply take a relaxing walk in nature, this is the…

Queen’s music catalog could sell for $1B

(CNN) – Queen’s music catalog could break records when it sells. According to a source familiar with the acquisition, Universal Music Group is in talks to buy the catalog from Disney Music Group for $1 billion. The deal could close within a month. In December 2021, Bruce Springsteen sold his music for $500 million. That is the highest amount a…

Structure fire on North Spruce Lane being investigated as potential arson

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police is currently investigating a fire believed to be caused by arson, fire officials say. The Richardsville Fire Department says it initially responded Saturday evening just before 5:30 p.m. for a structure fire at the 200 block of North Spruce Lane. Fire officials say the fire caused heavy smoke from multiple areas of…

Local World War II veteran dies at 101 years old

RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – Janice “Jingle” L. Bell was not only a Logan County native; he was also a hero. Bell died Friday, May 26 at the age of 101 at his home, according to the Logan County Post of American Legion. Janice Lee Bell was no stranger to service, having served in World War II. The Logan Post says Bell…