Author: WNKY Staff

Jesse McFarland to play the Beast in ‘Beauty and the Beast’ production

(Source: Arts of Southern Kentucky)BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Arts of Southern Kentucky has announced Jesse McFarland is casted to play in Ramsey Theatre Company’s production of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.” Arts of Southern Kentucky says McFarland has several credits to his name, and he will soon add the Beast to that list. “Growing up I never had the chance…

Reminder: Emergency management, National Weather Service to hold statewide tornado drill

The Simpson County Sheriff’s Office says officials are issuing a statewide tornado drill tomorrow. Kentucky Emergency Management and the National Weather Service are conducting the drill on Wednesday, March 1 at 9:07 a.m. Unless weather is unfavorable that day, authorities say the NWS plans to activate weather radios during the drill. Locally, you can expect community outdoor warning sirens to…

Logan County road work starts

LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – Those heading in the direction of Logan County may want to watch for road work. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says a project has started to upgrade asphalt lanes to concrete lanes at a U.S. 68 intersection. Over the next several weeks, KYTC District 3 says crews will be working onsite. Affected areas include the intersection of…

Police: 2 arrested after children under 3, registered sex offender found at residence

(Photos courtesy of Whitley County Sheriff’s Department) CORBIN, Ky. – Whitley County authorities say an overdose led to the arrest of two parents. On Saturday, the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department says it responded with Kentucky State Police to a residence in Corbin for an overdose. Upon arrival, authorities say they conducted an investigation. During this time, they say they found…

Girl Scout Cookies, new Raspberry Rally launch online

(Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana) BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Girl Scout Cookies are now up for grabs using the Girl Scout Cookie Finder. Customers can order their cookies for delivery straight to their door with the online tool here. Monday marked the first chance to try the company’s new Raspberry Rally cookie, a thin, crispy cookie infused with raspberry flavor and…

SoKY’s Choice: Pie Queen’s Pantry

For today’s SoKY Choice, brought to you by JC Kirby & Son, we met with the Pie Queen of Bowling Green herself- Brie Golliher!  She spoke to us about an upcoming segment that we can expect to see on Soky Sunrise and Soky @ Noon. The Pie Queen’s Pantry will be coming to both shows every Tuesday starting March 7th….

Sunrise Spotlight: Social Worker Appreciation Programs

For today’s edition of Sunrise Spotlight, brought to you by the German American Bank, we met with Princess Reed and Julie Jones. These lovely ladies told us how we can honor social workers in our own community throughout the month of March. Coming up on March 21st, you can stop by the Knicely Center from 1:30 to 5:00 PM to…

Living Well: Flu-Covid At Home Test

If you have a fever and cough, you may not have to see a healthcare provider to find out if it’s the Flu or Covid-19. A new at-home test to identify if you’re suffering from either illness has been authorized by the U.S Food and Drug Administration. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, News 4o’s Morgan…

Living Well: Missed Cancer Screenings

Cancer continues to be the second most common cause of death in the U.S., only behind heart disease. Routine screenings are critical for helping to catch cancer before it advances. But, a new study found millions of people skipped them during the 2nd year of the pandemic. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, News 40’s Morgan…

Man wanted following nonfatal overdose case involving juvenile

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Bowling Green police say they are looking for a man wanted in connection to drug trafficking. The Bowling Green Police Department says Kyrus Jakoby Huffman is wanted following the nonfatal overdose of a juvenile. In addition, he is wanted in relation to trafficking fentanyl, receiving stolen property (firearm) and unlawful transaction with a minor. Police say…