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LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- As you might have seen in today's SOKY Sunrise, our own Tej Joshi and Lexi Schweinert headed north to capture the fun of the Kentucky State Fair. There was…
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WNKY SPECIAL REPORT: Kamala Harris inspires
In January, Kamala Harris become the nation's first female vice president, South-Asian vice president, and Black vice president. The effects of that have been felt by women and racial minorities in this…
Frankfort is seeing push for more animal welfare laws in Kentucky
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Multiple bills concerning animal welfare have been introduced in the Kentucky general assembly during the 2020 session in Frankfort. Senate Bill…
Special Report: Affordable housing crisis
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Affordable housing has become an issue plaguing America. Harvard University's 2019 State of the Nation's Housing Report shows that housing production continues to fall short of what's…
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Monday Motivator - Carry Forward 5K
This past weekend was the 20th anniversary and local veterans honored the day in a special way in this week's Monday Motivator. To donate, click here.
Monday Motivator - Thornton Furniture
Multiple tornados ripped through our community in just a matter of weeks. SoKY Sunrise's Lexi Schweinert caught up with one local business that is cleaning up after damage from the new…
SKyPAC announces $8.5M expansion project
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- A huge expansion is coming to the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center, better known as SKyPAC. On Thursday, April 18, at 10 a.m., Arts of Southern Kentucky announced…
Side-by-Side Exhibit opens up, showcasing young artists in our area
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Saturday, April 20th, the Side-by-Side Exhibit at the Kentucky Museum is opening up. This exhibit is a partnership with Arts for All Kentucky. It's a collaborative artwork…
Feel Good Friday - Soap box derby prep
The 24th-annual Truist All-American Soap Box Derby is just under a month away. It's an event Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green organizes each year to raise funds for children's organizations. Last weekend,…
Sunrise Spotlight - Imported Laughs
On today's Sunrise Spotlight, Allie Thomas joins us live in-studio to talk about the upcoming comedy show, Imported Laughs, taking place this weekend at the Preservation Tasting Room. For more info,…
Sunrise Spotlight - Officer Ronnie Ward, BGPD
In this edition of Sunrise Spotlight, BGPD's Ronnie Ward joins SoKY Sunrise via Skype to discuss the department's response to COVID-19.
Check out this year's closest Supermoon!
Keep your eyes to the sky, this full moon is a supermoon you won't want to miss! "Supermoon" is the term that describes a full moon closer to Earth than normal. During…
Let's Make A Meal - Calvert Spring Water Company
This week's Let's Make A Meal is a tad different from our usual food feature. Calvert Spring Water Co. is a bottler and distributor of five gallon natural spring water…
Sunrise Spotlight - Cocktails & Trails
On Today's Sunrise Spotlight brought to you by German American Bank, Katie Cielinski joins us live in-studio to talk about the Cocktails & Trails event taking place at Lost River…
SoKY Speaks - Finals Week
In this week's SoKY Speaks, we head to the campus of WKU to see how the Hilltoppers are prepping for finals.
Bowling Green, Warren County Humane Society is under a Code Red
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The Bowling Green, Warren County Humane Society is under a code red, and they're asking for help anyway you can give it. Emergency adoptions for all animals are 25 dollars…
New evidence shows a shift in Tornado Alley
SUNBRIGHT, Tn.- More than 500 tornadoes have been spotted in the U.S. since April and there's new evidence that 'Tornado Alley' may be expanding beyond the midwest. Now, long-time Sunbright, Tennessee residents say…
Four Things You Need to Know: Wednesday, July 10th
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Prepare for a windy day this afternoon! Today, at the Logan County Fairgrounds, starting at 5:00…
Four Things You Need to Know: Thursday, April 18th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says rounds of showers and storms are headed our way this evening, so you'll want to make…
Monday Motivator - Female football kicker
Kyla Bilyeu is a soccer player by day...and football kicker for Logan Co. at night. Hear her inspiring story in this week's Monday Motivator.
Sunrise Spotlight - Phoenix Rising's 5th Anniversary
On Today's Sunrise Spotlight, Missy Cunningham from Phoenix Rising joins us live in-studio to talk about their 5th anniversary event coming up in a few weeks. For more…
What's Happening SoKY - KWFCR Cornhole Tournament
On today's What's Happening SoKY, Luke Williams joins us live in-studio with the details on the Keller Williams First Choice Realty Cornhole Tournament, a tournament that is also a fundraiser for Bike4Alz…
Buc-ee's opening day is here!
SMITHS GROVE, Ky.- Buc-ee's opening day is finally here after months of waiting! Construction for the building began in June of 2023 and is now open to the public. News 40's own Michael Ridgeway…
SoKY's Choice - Vertical eXcape
Vertical eXcape is a climbing gym in Bowling Green that offers all different kinds of climbing experiences. From bouldering to auto-belay climbing, there is fun for the whole family. SoKY…
Four Things You Need to Know: Tuesday, June 18th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know. Meteorologist Darius Mack says it's another hot day out there with temperatures threatening to hit the nineties yet again so make…
Sunrise Spotlight - Dance Big Red
On today's Sunrise Spotlight brought to you by German American Bank, Madison Feria and Grant Oller join us in-studio with the details on this year's Dance Big Red event. For more info, click…
Four Things You Need to Know: Monday, June 3rd, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Weather Anchor Noah Moore says it's a foggy morning out there so make sure you drive slow if you're headed out…
Feel Good Friday - WKU disc golf team prepares for nationals
In just two weeks, one group of WKU students will travel to North Carolina to compete in a national championship. The College Disc Golf National Championship, that is. In this week's Feel…
Hidden Heroes - Randy Lee
In this week's Hidden Heroes, we head over to the campus of Western Kentucky University to feature a voice you probably know very well in the world of sports.
Sunrise Spotlight - Go for Greatness
On Today's Sunrise Spotlight, Jeff Jordan from owling Green Parks & Recreation joins us live in-studio to talk about their new Go for Greatness program. For more info, click here. Sunrise…
Día De Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is today!
Once Halloween is over, it's time to celebrate the Day of the Dead. The deeply cherished Mexican holiday honors the memories of loved ones who have died. It's usually celebrated…
Four Things You Need to Know: Tuesday, June 4th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know. Weather Anchor Noah Moore is tracking a chance for scattered showers throughout our viewing area but nothing severe. You just…
Crunchtime's Children Development Center to host Monster Mash: Candy House
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- As you're gearing up to get some tricks or treats this evening, you may want to add a stop to the Crunchtime Children's Development Center indoor Candy House!…
Hope Center for Pregnancy to host community yard sale
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The Center for Pregnancy in Bowling Green is hosting a community yard sale, raising money to provide free services to pregnant people in need. The Center for…
Four Things You Need to Know: Tuesday, July 9th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know about! Meteorologist Darius Mack says the remnants of Hurricane Beryl are bringing some scattered showers and storms so you'll want…
Let's Make A Meal - Simply Ramen
Simply Ramen has a new location just off Campbell Lane. The Simply Ramen team continues to serve fresh, delicious ramen dishes inside their modernly decorated restaurant. SoKY Sunrise's Tej…
Four Things you Need to Know: Wednesday, June 12th, 2024
Before you head out the door, here are four things you need to know! Meteorologist Darius Mack says it's another beautiful day outside with temperatures in the eighties. Today, from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.…
Health News - Football in the COVID Era
The NFL just kicked a COVID-era football season, and Mandy Gaither has tip for how to keep you safe while watching football.
SoKY's Choice - Jump Air Zone
Jump Air Zone is the place to bounce around in South Central Kentucky. SoKY Sunrise's Tej Joshi got an inside look of the trampoline park in this week's SoKY's Choice.
Sunrise Spotlight - Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
For today's Sunrise Spotlight brought to you by German American Bank, Joel Hornback and Gabe Heckerman join us live in-studio with the details on this weekend's Out of the Darkness Campus Walk. For…
Feel Good Friday - Take a Look at This!
For today's Feel Good Friday, sixty years after it was mailed, a WWII soldier's letter arrives, delivering a widow a "Wonderful gift." Jeremy Roth has the heartwarming story in today's Take a…
Workout Wednesday - Orange Theory of Bowling green
On Today's Workout Wednesday, Emma Craycraft form Orange Theory of Bowling Green joins us live in-studio for the return of Workout Wednesday.
Local Group Helping With Hurricane Relief
Plum Springs, Ky. - People are still picking up the pieces in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, however, one local group is looking to help people get back on their feet.…
Posts encouraging eating disorders recommended to X users
(NBC).- Content warning: This piece includes descriptions of eating disorders and self-harm that may be triggering to some readers. The National Alliance for Eating Disorders Helpline provides support, resources,…
SoKY's Choice - Snow Flurry Scurry
On today's edition of SoKY's Choice, David Haynes joins us in-studio to talk about the upcoming Snow Flurry Scurry. For more info, click here.
Monday Motivator - Free photography sessions for tornado victims
Local photographer, Cindy Watson, thought of all the memories victims lost in the tornado. So she decided to do something to change it by offering free photography sessions to those affected. Hear more…
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Here's what to wear as you clean up storm debris
If you're out and about this week cleaning up after Sunday's storms, there are a few tips from the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control that you should know. They recommend that you…
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Community Driven - The Kidz Club
On Today's Community Driven, Savannah Mills joins us live in-studio to talk all about The Kidz Club and how you can get involved. For more info, click here.
Hosparus Health is looking for volunteers
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- If you or someone you know is looking to get into the medical field but they aren't quite sure where to start, Hosparus Health has the perfect opportunity for you!…
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A diamond in the 'ruff': Cross-country journey reunites dog to her family
When a dog from Florida was taken back to Kentucky unexpectedly, her family submitted a longshot search to the Warren County Kentucky Lost and Found Pets page on Facebook. And…
Feed Our First Responders taking place on April 20
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- If you want to show your support to our first responders, Foundations Solutions Group has the perfect event for you. On Saturday, April 20 from 4-6 p.m., Mary Vitale, Shaun Miller, Foundation Solutions Group and W. Gordon…
Garth Brooks adds new concert date to Nashville visit
Country music lovers, get your cowboy boots and yee-haws ready! In addition to his already-scheduled Saturday, April 16th concert, Garth Brooks has added a new concert date to the Nashville visit: Friday,…
BEXAR talks tornado relief benefit concert
The BGSTRONG.US Benefit Concert is Friday, Jan. 7 to raise funds for tornado relief in Warren County. Logan Turner and Chris Ryan from the band BEXAR join us to discuss what to expect from…
Juneteenth Celebrations kick off this weekend!
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Wednesday, June 19th is Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S. And one non-profit is going above and beyond to make sure that you can join…
Traffic lights aren't working? Here's what you do!
Thousands of Kentuckians are without power right now and that might mean your city's traffic light has gone out too. When traffic lights are malfunctioning or out of service, it can create…
Emerging Leader - Brooke Mattingly
Brooke Mattingly is the co-founder of Decesare Group, offering business strategies and solutions to businesses and entrepreneurs. She's only 24 years old. She is this week's Emerging Leader.
KY Man Killed in Road Rage Shooting Allegedly Pulled Gun First
CARROLL COUNTY, Ky.- Road rage turned deadly over the weekend when a Carrolton man was shot and killed off Interstate 71 in Carroll County. Now, police are working to piece together what…
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Community Education Summer Activities Fair
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - The 19th Annual Summer Activities Fair hosted by Community Education is one week away. This is a free event, allowing you and your family to learn about…
Kentucky Down Under
We had some very special guests on News 40 at Noon this week from Kentucky Down Under! Joshua Warf is a zookeeper over at Kentucky Down Under and he…
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