Tej & Lexi take on the rides
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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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…
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.
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…
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…
Flora's Hidden Heroes - Jimmy Vibbert
Jimmy Vibbert struggled with addiction for years before finding God and sobriety. Now he helps others through a recovery program in Glasgow. He's this week's Flora's Hidden Hero.
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.
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,…
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.
Living Well - Travel nurses
Hospitalizations in the U.S. are finally beginning to fall after hitting record levels this winter. Today's Living Well is dedicated to travel nurses, who are going the extra mile and more to…
Sunrise Spotlight - International Center of Kentucky
On Today's Sunrise Spotlight, Albert Mbanfu from the International Center of Kentucky joins us live in-studio as he prepares for incoming Afghan refugees. For more info, click here.…
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…
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.
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.
Flora's Hidden Heroes - Thomas Weakley
Thomas Weakley has been a Western Kentucky University professor and campus pastor for decades, working to change the University for the better. He's this week's Flora's Hidden Hero.
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…
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…
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.
Throwback Thursday - The Big Boogie
With motorsports season in full gear, Today's Throwback Thursday highlights racing season moments from Bowling Green's past.. One particular event remains the most infamous of all. This week, SoKY Sunrise's…
What's Happening Soky - Horse Cave Heritage Festival
On Today's edition of What's Happening SoKY, Brent Bjorkman joins us live in-studio to give us the details on the upcoming Horse Cave Heritage Festival. For more info,…
Walk to End Alzheimer's at the Bowling Green Ballpark
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Bowling Green Ballpark was the site of the 2021 Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday morning. The event brought together survivors, families, and…
Voices of Honor - Fred Alcott
After graduating from WKU in 1963 with a degree in agriculture, Fred Alcott was drafted into the army. He went to the navy instead, learned to fly helicopters, and searched…
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Emerging Leader - Zachary S. Lathram
Zachary S. Latham created his own clothing company to create high-end fashion for men. He's this week's Emerging Leader.
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Community Driven - The Kidz Club
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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.
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