Barren County prepares for property tax collections, approves Glover Road project bid

The sheriff’s official receipt for more than $33 million in 2026 property tax bills was acknowledged during a special-called fiscal court meeting on Oct. 30, along with several other items of business on the agenda. According to the sheriff’s official receipt, Barren County expects $4,191,653 in tax revenue, including...

IN PRINT: Bowling Green takes action as midterms rapidly approach

Voters across the nation will soon cast midterm election ballots, deciding Congressional control and reflecting public opinion of current leadership. Warren County residents will choose their next city commissioners, four of whom are incumbents running for another two-year term. The city commissioners serve as a governing body for Bowling Green, enacting public policies and budgets. Previous candidates for public office, including former candidate for city commissioner Don Langley and former candidate for mayor Tom Morris are also challenging for commission seats.

Todd County Chamber of Commerce Announces Hay Bale Trail Winners

The Todd County Chamber of Commerce announced the Fan Favorites and Most Creative awards for the 13th Annual Hay Bale Trail earlier this week. Number 11 on the trail, Simons Farms and Produce in Guthrie, took both first place in fan favorites and most creative mega-sized creation with their giant hay bale train, “All Hay-Board the Polar Express at Simons Depot.”

What voters in Barren County need to know ahead of election day

What voters in Barren County need to know ahead of election day.

More than 200 customers impacted after water main break in Ohio County. Boil water advisory in effect

The Ohio County Water District has issued a boil water advisory. Officials say more than 200 customers are impacted. Repairs are expected to begin this afternoon, officials said. They expect the work to be complete around 6 p.m. this evening. The timeline may change as work progresses. For Context. This...

Gov. Beshear attends graduation of 40 new KSP Troopers

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WBKO) - Governor Andy Beshear attended the graduation of 40 new Kentucky State Police troopers on Friday, Oct. 30. Cadent Class 107 reported to the KSP Academy on May 17 and completed 24 weeks of intensive academic instruction and practical training designed to prepare them for the challenges of modern law enforcement. Cadets in the class underwent more than 1,000 hours of classroom and field study in subjects.

Warren County Fiscal Court update

Shelton Lane speculative building in Logan County sold to ClearFlow Metalworks

LOGAN CO., Ky. (WBKO) - Big news for Logan County as the Logan Economic Alliance for Development (LEAD) and Logan IDA have sold the Shelton Lane Speculative building. LEAD posted the update to Facebook that the building has been sold to ClearFlow Metalworks, which is establishing its first U.S. manufacturing operation in Russellville.

Franklin Kentucky Small Town Christmas – Franklin-Simpson Renaissance

December in Franklin, Kentucky is a magical time for our historic downtown district. Franklin boasts thousands of lights and Christmas decorations in every direction you look. The lights that were added to our Historic Courthouse in 2024 set our town apart from any other in Kentucky. What was already a magical little town is even more spectacular with this addition. This year’s annual Small Town Christmas celebration is on Saturday, December 5th in the historic downtown square.

AT&T Investing in a More Connected Kentucky

AT&T employees live and work in communities across the Commonwealth. In fact, more than 1,200 AT&T employees call Kentucky home. Every day, we work to keep our neighbors – and the Kentucky communities we call home – connected. In the last five years, AT&T invested more than $1.2...

Ohio County High School marching band advances to state semifinals for first time since 2016

Ohio County High School’s marching band is competing in the state semifinals for the first time since 2016, under new director Dylan Harrison. The band finished sixth at regionals and advanced as one of 12 bands in Class 4-A. Harrison said the goal for the main season was to make semifinals.

Todd County Friends of the Library Win Statewide Award

Todd County’s Friends of the Library recently won a statewide award, ranking ahead of all 119 other counties in the Commonwealth. The “Outstanding Friends Chapter” award was presented to the group earlier this month at the state meeting for Kentucky Friends of the Library in Liberty, Kentucky, which board chairman Anne Stahl says she was incredibly surprised by, but feels it was much deserved.

Leggett & Platt to close plant in Grayson County, over 100 employees to be impacted

GRAYSON CO., Ky. (WBKO) - Employees at a Grayson County business will be out of jobs just before the holidays. According to the Kentucky Office of Industry & Apprentice Services, a partner in the Kentucky Career Center, a WARN notice has been sent out regarding the closure of Legett & Platt, Inc.

Todd County Fiscal Court Hears Update On New Communications System

Bids are being sought for a multi-county radio system that will improve emergency management in Todd, Logan, and Christian counties. Todd County Emergency Management Director Ash Groves told Todd County Fiscal Court members the request for bids is out. Logan County Judge Executive Phillip Baker was on hand for the...

Warren County Stormwater Department to host annual hazardous waste event

WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – If you have any unused items in your house and don’t know where to put them, Saturday, Oct. 31 is your chance to get rid of hazardous items cluttering your cabinets. The Warren County Stormwater Department is offering a hand to community members to...

Construction and training to take place on Nolin River Lake Tailwater Recreation Area

EDMONSON, GRAYSON and HART COUNTIES, Ky. – Construction and training activities at the Nolin River Lake Tailwater Recreation Area will affect parking and access throughout November. The Stilling Basin Area will be closed Nov. 2-6, Nov. 9-13 and Nov. 16-20 for Shepherdsville Fire Department and Louisville Metro Police Department...

Variety Of Local And State Races On Todd County Election Ballot

The Todd County General Election ballot includes a variety of local and state races that will be finalized during the November 3rd General Election. Todd County Clerk Cynthia O’Bryan released a copy of the ballot, which includes races for United States Senator and First District Congressman. The ballot also...

Allen County prepares residents ahead of election day

Allen County Clerk Sarah Constant is making sure residents know what to bring to polls, as well as what not to do. When voters prepare ahead of time, it keeps them from scrambling last minute. Unless voting early, voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots on Election...

Bowling Green celebrates Riverfront Park opening, breaks ground on phase two

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Bowling Green leaders celebrated the completion of the first phase of Riverfront Park on Wednesday while breaking ground on the next phase of the project. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, refreshments, games and live music from SOKY Heartstrings as community members gathered along the...