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Pet of the Day: Diesel
For today’s Pet of the Day, we met Diesel. This calm boy loves to give hugs and rest his head on your shoulder. He does have a bit of food aggression tendencies from his previous life as a stray, but nothing that can’t be worked on! Diesel needs someone willing to help him be the best companion he can be. He already has so much love to give so come and adopt Diesel at the Bowling Green, Warren County Humane Society!
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Anna’s Greek Restaurant releases statement regarding Jan. 17 event
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Anna’s Greek Restaurant has released the following public statement regarding an event held at the restaurant on Jan. 17:. “We would like to thank our community for your patience, while Anna’s Greek Restaurant analyzed the events that took place Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023. We want to sincerely apologize for the atmosphere that was unintentionally created that led to the heightened emotions of individuals dining at Anna’s Greek Restaurant. We also want to extend our apologies to anyone else who has been emotionally or negatively affected by this controversial incident.
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Historic RailPark kicks-off 2023 campaign
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – 30 years ago, community members saved the historic L&N Depot from demolition. To celebrate, original benefactors and new friends of the Historic RailPark gathered for the museum’s campaign kick-off, Light Up the Depot. The RailPark shared their recent accomplishment as well as their upcoming...
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Throwback Thursday: ELPO Law celebrates 50 years
A Southern Kentucky law firm is celebrating 50 years in 2023. English, Lucas, Priest,. and Owlsley, also known as ELPO, announced earlier this month that 2023 is the five. decades celebration. With roots running deep into the Bowling Green area’s history,. we take a trip down memory lane for...
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BG Reptile and Exotics Show this Saturday
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Are you a fan of reptiles, amphibians, and other exotic animals?. Then you won’t want to miss the family friendly Bowling Green Ky Reptile and Exotics Show, happening this Saturday at the Sloan Convention Center. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., you’ll have the...
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Epicenter receives recognition as Eclipse Award Champion
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green horse is being hailed a champion. Epicenter, born and raised at Westwind Farms in Bowling Green, has been named the Eclipse Award Champion for being an outstanding 3-year-old colt of 2022, according to Kentucky Downs. The now-retired Epicenter was campaigned by Ron...
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Never too old to TikTok! Arcadia Senior Living residents star in Miley Cyrus themed video
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- You’re never too old to try a viral TikTok trend. “Who’s the old ladies acting like they’re 25?” laughed Arcadia Senior Living Resident Ora Rampenthal. A group of Arcadia Senior Living residents made a TikTok to the popular song ‘Flowers’ by Miley Cyrus....
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Sunrise Spotlight: Valentine’s Day Giveaway
For today’s Sunrise Spotlight, brought to you by the German American Bank, we met with Rachel Zettlemoyer and Brittany Fisher. They spoke to us about a Valentine’s Day giveaway that will raise funds for Dugas Park! The money raised will specifically be going towards Allen County’s first off-leash dog park. The entry fee is only five dollars and you could win a starter, entrée, and side. The giveaway will close on February 3rd at noon with the winner announced later that afternoon. For more information on how and where to enter, click here.
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Pet of the Day: Harrison and Molly
For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust, we met a bonded pair of kitties! Harrison and Molly are the definition of opposites attracting with very different personalities. Harrison is a three year old, grey, long-haired sweetheart who loves to greet whoever he meets. Molly is ten months old and a short-haired timid girl. She seems to take her time warming up to people but is sure to be a perfect companion once she gets used to you. These two are bonded, which means they cannot be separated without emotional distress. You can adopt both of these sweet kitties today at the Bowling Green, Warren County Humane Society.
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Carter Lumber expansion to create 36 new jobs in Bowling Green
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Carter Lumber is expanding its building component manufacturing facility in Bowling Green in the Kentucky Transpark. According to a release by the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, the project is part of their rebuilding following the devastating tornados that impacted the local area. “It’s...
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Sunrise Spotlight: WKU Prism Concert
For today’s Sunrise Spotlight brought to you by the German American Bank, we met with Jillian Mclellan and Nate Nash. They spoke to us about the upcoming WKU Prism Concert. The WKU Department of Music’s annual showcase spectacular is scheduled for Friday, January 27th in Van Meter Hall. Outstanding WKU ensembles that will be performing on the concert include the WKU Jazz Band, Steel Drum Band, the Wind Ensemble, University Singers, and more! You can buy tickets for this concert, here.
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Beshear: New facility to create 141 full-time jobs in Simpson County
FRANKFORT, Ky. – A new LioChem e-Materials LLC facility will be located in Simpson County. Gov. Andy Beshear announced this morning the $104.4 million investment will create 141 jobs in the local area. A release by Beshear’s office further says the project, located at the Henderson Industrial Park in...
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BGPD hosts International Conference of Police Chaplains this week
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-This week, the Bowling Green Police Department is hosting the International Conference of Police Chaplains. You might hear the word chaplain and think it’s related to the church, but they do a lot more. The training program is being offered to make sure every law enforcement chaplain...
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1 arrested in Glasgow after homemade pipe bomb located in home
GLASGOW, Ky. – Glasgow Police Department major Terry Flatt has confirmed one person is in custody following the discovery of a pipe bomb. Around 8 p.m. Thursday night, GPD, along with the Kentucky State Police and ATF, had responded to Redwood Street in Glasgow for a suspicious object inside of a home.
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Train Vs. Vehicle in Bowling Green
Traffic is moving once again after a train versus truck accident along Dishman lane in Bowling Green. In this video from the scene, you can see the front left end of this black truck smashed into the tire. Bowling Green Police say the crash happened around 9:15 AM this morning.
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‘Nashville’s Weekly Most Wanted’ fugitive apprehended in Bowling Green
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A man listed as one of “Nashville’s Weekly Most Wanted” is now behind bars after being arrested in Bowling Green. The Metro Nashville Police Department says Jose Damaso-Hernandez, 26, has been wanted since August 2020 in connection to a deadly crash on Bell Road at Brookview Estates Drive. Authorities say the crash led to the death of a young couple from Centerville.
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BGPD provides update on body found near Industrial Drive; no foul play suspected
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – More information has been released by authorities regarding a body found Tuesday in Bowling Green. Bowling Green police say that Andrew Kenney, 29, of Bowling Green was found around 2 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. His body was found in a field off of Campbell Lane near...
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Is ‘tornado alley’ migrating toward Southeast?
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The continued rise of tornado outbreaks in recent years has meteorologists seriously considering a shift in severe weather patterns. Just in the last week tornadoes have devastated parts of the Southeast including Georgia, Alabama, and most recently, Huston, Texas. WKU Meteorologist & Meteorology Professor Josh...
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Suspect still at large after burglary in Warren County
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Local law enforcement is asking for your help to find a male suspect and vehicle. The Warren County Sheriff’s Office says they are working a burglary that happened on South Ford Avenue in Bowling Green. According to authorities, the vehicle appears to be a...
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UPDATE: Man arrested in Glasgow after pipe bomb found in home
GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Police Department has released further details surrounding an arrest after the discovery of a homemade pipe bomb. Around 8 p.m. Thursday night, GPD, along with the Kentucky State Police and ATF, had responded to Redwood Street in Glasgow for a suspicious object inside of a home. The FBI also provided assistance.
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