Author: WNKY Staff

Living Well: Cardiac Arrest Awareness

An estimated 70% of cardiac arrests happen at home and sadly about half of those people don’t get the help they need. That’s why the American Heart Association says it’s critical for everyone to know what to do in an emergency, including children. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, News 40’s Micheal Ridgeway has more on…

Tommy on the Town: The Mint Gaming Hall

News 40’s own Tommy Modeszto hits the streets of Bowling Green to try his hand at local experiences in the all-new Tommy on the Town! This week, he’s frying up good times over at the Mint Gaming Hall Bowling Green with Chef Brent, learning how to make their ‘Mint Burger.’ This burger is available at both their Bowling Green and…

Pet of the Day: Nacho

If you’re searching for a cuddle bug with so much love to give, look no further. For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, meet Nacho. This one-and-a-half-year-old is a mixed breed, though the Humane Society isn’t too certain of what. He’s good with other dogs but can be a little skittish so he…

Sunrise Spotlight: Jack Rabbit Jog 2023

For today’s Sunrise Spotlight, we met with Ryan Dearbone. He spoke to us about the upcoming 2023 Jack Rabbit Jog. This annual race will be held on Memorial Day, May 29th to raise awareness and funds for the fight against Polycystic Kidney Disease. At Kereiakes Park at 7:30 AM you can join the 5k walk or run! Sign-ups are still…

BGPD working fatal motorcycle collision off of Nashville Road

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – BGPD public information officer Ronnie Ward has confirmed the agency is working a fatal motorcycle collision. Police say they are at the scene of Nashville Road and Elrod Road. As of around 7 p.m., Nashville Road is down to one lane both ways, according to Bowling Green police. Police say drivers should expect the lanes to…

Dragons’ Villafuerte signs with Centre College

BOWLING GREEN, KY. – Yesterday, five Warren Central seniors put pen to paper as they officially announced their commitment to play collegiate basketball. Today, one of the core players on the squad, Izayiah Villafuerte officially penned his letter of intent to play at Centre College. “It’s like a whole new life once you get up here,” Villafuerte said. “It’s amazing….

Woman meets officers who helped save her life when she was shot

Photo source: Louisville Metro Police DepartmentLOUISVILLE, Ky. – Louisville Metro police say a woman got to meet the officers who helped save her life. In a social media post, LMPD says a woman named Janae was pregnant at the time when a man shot her and stole her purse. That night, police say she arrived home shortly after 10:30 p.m….

Greenwood High School students place in FBLA competitions, bringing home 1st and 2nd place

Photo source: Warren County Public SchoolsBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Several Greenwood High School students have a right to celebrate after placing in some FBLA competitions. At the FBLA 2023 Kentucky State Leadership Conference, GHS’s Aanyaa Arora placed first in intro to public speaking. In addition, the team of Denise Dumapias, Kela Alexander and Olivia Reed placed second in business ethics….

South Warren High School student with perfect ACT score wins FBLA competition

Photo source: Warren County Public SchoolsBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – You might remember Amogh Patnaik, a South Warren High School student who earned a perfect ACT score. According to Warren County Public Schools, Patnaik has now placed first in computer game and simulation in the FBLA 2023 Kentucky State Leadership Conference. Patnaik received his recognition during the recent board of education…

Auburn man arrested following traffic stop

AUBURN, Ky. – An Auburn man is facing multiple charges after authorities say they located illegal drugs during a traffic stop. The Logan County Sheriff’s Department says it stopped a vehicle on North College Street in Auburn on Thursday after noticing a cracked driver’s side windshield. Authorities say they noted signs of “criminal behavior” while investigating the driver, Timothy Robertson,…