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Phoenix firefighters help free puppy from food can

Source: Phoenix Fire Department, CNN via CNN NewsourcePHOENIX (CNN) – Phoenix firefighters helped a hungry puppy in a jam. The department tweeted about helping a dog who got its head stuck in a can of food on Monday. Station 18 firefighters were able to carefully get the can off. The puppy appears to be fine, and the firefighters made sure…

Living Well: Coping with Grief for the Holiday’s

This time of year isn’t merry and bright for every one as the holidays can be especially hard on those grieving the loss of a loved one. For today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, Mandy Gaither has more on how to cope with grief during the holidays.

Sunrise Spotlight: Commonwealth Coding

For today’s Sunrise Spotlight, brought to you by the German American Bank, we met with Laura Torres. She spoke to us about a program in Kentucky that teaches young adults how to code. For more information on how to join the program you can click here.

Where to donate your Christmas tree this year

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Christmas may be over, but that doesn’t mean your Christmas tree still isn’t useful. Whether you prefer to keep the tree up a little longer or take it down as the new year approaches, you can donate your natural tree for a new purpose. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife says their tree recycling program…

Butler Co. Animal Shelter in need of donations after pipe bursts

MORGANTOWN, Ky. – The Butler County Animal Shelter is in need of assistance after an emergency situation struck on Christmas. The shelter said in a release Sunday that cold temperatures caused their pipes to burst, flooding the building. The Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society asked volunteers to help, and animals are now in emergency foster care. Butler County Animal Shelter…

Family spends Christmas Eve and Christmas holiday at firehouse

Source: Twitter @BUFAirportBUFFALO, N.Y. (CNN) – This will forever be a memorable Christmas for a family from Buffalo, New York. They were among dozens of people who became stranded when a blizzard hit the city on Friday. The family of six lost power in their home, so they decided to head to a hotel for the night, but they got…

BGFD, Toys for Tots bring gifts to children Christmas morning

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Children in Bowling Green saw some extra joy Christmas morning with the arrival of toys. The Bowling Green Fire Department, Marines and volunteers started their day early to carry bags of gifts to around 250 children living in the Housing Authority. The group gathered with Sgt. Claus at 6:45 a.m. to bring some magic to the…

Road conditions remain hazardous in local areas

North Jackson Highway conditions around 9 a.m. Monday morning in Barren County. Photo courtesy of Glasgow-Barren County Emergency ManagementBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – If you’re thinking of heading out this morning, you may want to remain cautious. Since snow began falling, local emergency management groups and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 are warning drivers to adjust driving behavior if you…

LIVING WELL – 5 Tips to Stay Sober Over the Holidays

The holidays have come and gone, but the choices made during are still with us, and when that choice concerns your sobriety the question of whether you purchased the right gift is the last thing on your mind. In todays Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, here are five tips to help make the choice to say sober…

PET OF THE DAY -Noelle

For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank and Trust, we have Noelle. This sweet girl is only six months old and loves to cuddle. She’s still looking for her forever home at the Bowling Green, Warren County Humane Society.