Sarah Phipps

Goat Yoga takes the medicinal benefits of yoga, like increased flexibility and blood flow, and adds the serotonin boost of getting to play with goats.

Environmental Planning and Assistance Coordinator for Warren County Government, Stan Reagan, said while there are other ways to dispose of these materials, this event is the safest.

The Child Maltreatment 2021 report, released earlier this year, found that nearly 15 in every 1000 kids in Kentucky experienced maltreatment in 2021.

The event will feature hands-on activities from over 30 departments at Western Kentucky University, meet and greets with local women from various professions, and even a costume contest for girls who come dressed as their favorite women.

Bowling Green resident Brycen Ballard said he had mixed feelings on the bill; agreeing with the sentiment, but voicing concern about the execution.

The 14 bands were able to choose their own songs from a variety of genres, which were then performed in front of a packed house at Warren Central High School.

“Senate Bill 5, in its essence, deals with issues that are important to a lot of parents involving certain material that some would view as pornographic or not appropriate on some level to be presented in schools,” said the bill’s sponsor, Senator Jason Howell.

The BG Pickleball group will be hosting their first major tournament, with all proceeds going to Bowling Green’s own non-profit The Hive, Inc. to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

WRECC Senior Director of Communications Kim Phelps said the biggest obstacle the corporation faced was how widespread the damage was, with 45,000 without power across eight counties.

Bowling Green City Commissioner Melinda Hill said construction of the new station will not only help those living near the Transpark, but also act as a selling point of the park as a whole.

Mammoth Cave National Park’s Public Information Officer, Molly Schroer, said crews have been working for days to clear over 300 fallen trees and branches from roadways.

Some Edmonson County residents are being quoted upwards of a week until their power could be restored. Those with electricity aren’t in the clear though, having to pick up debris and damage that came with the storm’s torrential winds.

Communities like Lost River Village are still picking up the pieces 48 hours after Friday's storms.

Manager of the Marketplace, Tessa Norris, said she and her workers were working as usual when the roof of a neighboring building came off and fell on top of the Marketplace.

The exhibit, Custom CARisma: The Legendary Creations of Carl Casper, will not only highlight Casper’s career as an automotive designer but also showcase some of his famous works.

Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman began by discussing how the plan will help in combating the worsening teacher shortage in Kentucky. The initiative proposes a 5 percent pay raise for teachers, new teacher loan forgiveness, and bringing back the state’s pension plan.

Director of the Warren County Drug Task Force, Tommy Loving, says that the task force is doing everything in their power to mitigate fentanyl in the county.

Bowling Green High School Junior John Diaz says he’s grateful not just for the new supplies, but also the recognition from established construction groups.

Connie Fortney, an Annuity New Business Specialist with Tony Walker Financial, says the change isn’t without some trade though, like working harder during the work week and limited time off.

Honorees we’re heralded for their efforts in paving paths in education, entrepreneurship, and leadership within the Black community

Lost River Elementary’s District Mental Health Counselor, Erika McComas-Church, says the night is just a stepping stone in the district’s overall goal of addressing mental wellness in children.

The Kentucky Forestry Division says they’ve responded to over 100 wildland fires, in just the first two months of 2023. While some of these fires were caused by accidents like downed wires, the Division’s Senior Environmental Consultant Steven Kull, says a majority arose from unsafe fire practices.

The Bowling Green City Commission revisited a proposed 0.15 percent occupational tax increase at their Feb. 21 meeting, this time with additional evidence of rising prices from city managers.

On top of road work, the The Bowling Green Warren County Metropolitan Planning Organization also proposed sidewalks and bike paths to better help those without cars navigate Smallhouse Road.

First organized in 1945, the George Washington Carver Center originally served as a place for Black women to come, have tea, and discuss life.

Intercultural Student Engagement Center Grad Assistant, Tijuan Neal, said he hopes the event will help Black students feel more comfortable in their identities.

Authors and educators from the SoKY Bookfest will be heading over to the Knicely Conference Center, to give advice to and host workshops for aspiring writers.

Deemer’s floral designer Tonya Limlingan says Valentine’s Day is the store’s busiest day, with prep work starting in December to keep up.

LifeSkills inc. in Bowling Green, Communicare inc. in Elizabethtown, Four Rivers Behavioral Health in Paducah, and Pennyroyal Center in Hopkinsville will be collaborating to form one of the largest community mental health centers in the Commonwealth.

“You're seeing these changes across the state, the majority of the counties are doing it,” Warren County Clerk Lynette Yates said. “It will save the counties money, you don't have to have all your voting locations, things like that. It's easier for the voter to get to anywhere in the county.”

Timothy Joshua “Josh” Higdon’s family and friends said they held out hope when they heard he was sent to the hospital, but were in disbelief when they found out he had passed.

Awards were given for greatest giving increases, excelling in aiding others, having the most employees volunteer with United Way, and more.

Along with traditional events like talks with black artists, the campus will also be hosting more unique events like “Kulture Karaoke” and “Epic Rap Battles of Black History.”

Summit attendees were able to attend several break out rooms, where professionals discussed topics like funding local transit, planning and zoning primer, and getting to know your area district developer.

Kim Phelps, Senior Director of Communications and Public Relations for WRECC, says the center stays prepared for weather like this and has trucks ready to head out.

WBKO News has now confirmed that the Glasgow Independent Schools student who was transported to the hospital Jan. 20, has passed.

John Buchanon, President of the Allen County - Scottsville Arts Council, said he looks forward to bringing classical music where it is not often heard.

The NAACP says an event took place at Anna's Greek Restaurant, where they claim body cam footage of the raid of Breonna Taylor's home was played in plain view.

Event Sponsor Tootie Finkbone says the event is to help brides work through the process of wedding planning, and cut down on as much stress as possible.

Vendors are given an opportunity to move out of season stock and customers have a chance to get some bargains.

Barren County Judge Executive Jamie Byrd said things were “a little bit chaotic” following Former Barren County Treasurer Virginia Hoffman’s leave, but that the court got straight to work to find a replacement.

The event was set to have governor candidate Ryan Quarles, as well as author and former Sergeant Jonathan Mattingly speak.

It was August 28, 1963 when Martin Luther King Jr. gave his famous "I Have a Dream” speech at the March on Washington. Now, community members held their own march to commemorate King's dream and celebrate what would have been his 94 birthday.

The awards gave local tourism and hospitality employees, who may otherwise go unnoticed, a chance to be recognized.

Kentucky State Police have released details about a two vehicle collision involving a Hart County School bus on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023. A treasured member of Barren County schools died in that crash.

Dean Burton says her secret to a long marriage is making sure to love each other.

Major Jordan Jent has been promoted to commander of the squadron, and will be assuming responsibility for all unit functions hereafter.

Cameron held one of his first campaign stops in Glasgow, talking on various stances he will take as governor.

Gov. Andy Beshear is giving his State of the Commonwealth address.

County officials are saying several people had to be rescued from the flooding, but all are now safe.