Author: WNKY Staff

Glasgow Police Department detective on administrative leave pending investigation

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Police Department and Kentucky State Police are currently investigating a complaint involving Glasgow police detective Guy Turcotte. Turcotte, who has been employed with the Glasgow Police Department, has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation, according to authorities. Turcotte formerly worked as a police chief for Glasgow police until 2014 before…

Habitat for Humanity Restore to host grand opening Feb. 11

Photo credit: Habitat for Humanity Restore Bowling Green/FacebookBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Habitat for Humanity of Bowling Green and Warren County’s Restore is opening at its new location Saturday, Feb. 11 at 9 a.m. The new location can be found at 813 College St. Suite 401 in Bowling Green, according to the store’s Facebook page. The nonprofit says the store will…

Sunrise Spotlight: Lone Star Rodeo

For today’s Sunrise Spotlight, brought to you by the German American Bank, we met with Mike Wentworth and Rachel Boyd. They told us all about the Lone Star Rodeo that’s coming to Bowling Green this weekend! Below is the upcoming schedule for this weekend: Friday, February 10, 2023, 8:00 PM Saturday, February 11, 2023, 2:00 PM Saturday, February 11, 2023,…

What’s Happening SoKY – Boogie Down Bourbon Street

For today’s What’s Happening SoKY, we sit down with Brooke Schakat to get all the details on what we can expect to see at Boogie Down Bourbon Street this year. Bourbon, boogying, and delectable Cajun bites set the stage for CASA of South Central KY’s Boogie Down Bourbon Street at La Gala. For more information on how where to buy…

Feel Good Friday: Kid Reporter

For this week’s Feel Good Friday, brought to you by JC Kirby & Son, we meet one little boy with a big dream. A kid reporter is on his way to the Super Bowl, armed with only a mini microphone but asking football stars some big, personal questions. His pro-level reporting has racked up millions of views but he tells…

Living Well: Cancer Testing

Every year, nearly two million new cases of cancer are diagnosed. Catching the disease early is key to survival and getting genetic testing done can help you know your risks. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, we get answers to some of the most common questions about this type of testing.

Purina recalls prescription dry dog food

Photo credit: U.S. Food and Drug AdministrationPurina is recalling some of its prescription dog food from the possibility of elevated levels of vitamin D. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says the recall includes the company’s Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental prescription dry dog food. Purina says it received two reported instances of dogs showing signs of vitamin…

1st newborn anonymously surrendered to local Safe Haven Baby Box

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A healthy newborn has reportedly been surrendered to a Safe Haven Baby Box in Bowling Green. A press conference will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 10 at Bowling Green Fire Department located at 385 Lovers Lane in Bowling Green. According to a release by the City of Bowling Green, the Baby Box was…

UPDATE: Victims identified in deadly crash in Simpson County

FRANKLIN, Ky. – Authorities have released the names of two people who died in a fatal crash in Simpson County. On Tuesday, the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a traffic collision at 250 Round Pond Church Road. Authorities say a vehicle left the road and struck a tree before catching on fire. At the time, authorities said they were…

Kentucky lawmaker backs bill to fight nursing shortage

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) – Lawmakers are taking action against Kentucky’s nursing shortage with House Bill 200. “Simply put, this bill kickstarts career paths for all Kentuckians interested in health care careers,” Reps. Ken Fleming said. Backed by Fleming and several organizations, HB 200 will allocate at least 65% of its funding for partners to establish scholarships for health care…