News across Warren County
Kids hear about chills and thrills on the Hill
From Civil War soldiers walking along the rifle trench to a woman draped in white stalking the Cravens Library, children got to hear about all the paranormal activity on the Hill. Paranormal historian Tamela Smith hosted a Kids Spooky Tales from the Hill night where she told…
Fleaji Vintage Market raises money for Trained-Alzheimer’s research
What started as an idea by a few Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI) graduates from the College of Charleston South Carolina soon became an international company that made its way to WKU’s campus. The WKU FIJI chapter and EZA Finds partnered with Fleaji Vintage Market to host a pop-up flea…
WKU Football looks to secure back-to-back wins, going on the road against New Mexico State
WKU Football hits the road yet again, and heads out west for a Thursday night matchup against New Mexico State on Oct. 1, hoping to start conference play off with a win. WKU returned home for the home opener Sept. 26, and entered as 39.5 point favorites against Mercyhurst, in…
WKU Soccer looks to rebound at home against Sam Houston State
WKU Soccer hosts the Sam Houston State Bearkats on Oct. 1, as conference play continues for the Hilltoppers, who hope to bounce back after suffering their first loss of the season on Sept. 26 on the road against Liberty. The Hilltoppers have had a flying start to the season,…
WKU Football drops Conference USA opener 34-13 to New Mexico State
WKU Football hit the road for the third time this season after a blowout win against Mercyhurst on Sept. 26. The Hilltoppers traveled out west to take on the New Mexico State Aggies in their first Conference USA matchup of the season. After a tough three game road stretch to…
Global Learning without the guesswork: WKU helps students take the First Step
For students who worry that studying abroad is too expensive, complicated or far outside their reach, WKU’s Go Global First Steps sessions offer a starting point. The sessions, offered by WKU Global Learning advisers and Global Learning Ambassadors, help students explore study…
WKU Volleyball returns home to take on Missouri State
WKU Volleyball returns to Diddle Arena to take on Missouri State after back-to-back wins against New Mexico State last weekend. Head Coach Travis Hudson now has the chance to become the winningest coach in WKU history. The victory against the Aggies marked his 815th win, which…
WKU Soccer secures a clean sheet against Sam Houston State
WKU Soccer dominates Sam Houston State 2-0. Coming off of their first loss of the season, the Hilltoppers knew they had something to prove. The Hilltoppers quickly gained control of the field, keeping the ball in the Bearkats’ defensive zone. Their sustained pressure forced eight…
IN PRINT: Scams spotted in Bowling Green
Cyber scams via email, phone and text messages have become more widespread in the Bowling Green and WKU communities. For a little over five years, the majority of recent scams have impersonated law enforcement or other organizations to obtain access to finances and personal…
GFCB to invite John Taft for business lecture series
The Gordon Ford College of Business will welcome a vice chairman for financial services firm Baird to the Experiencing Business Speaker Series. John Taft will share career insights on Thursday at 3:45 p.m. in Chandler Hall’s Houchens Industries Auditorium, Room 1001. Taft’s 40…
Gov. Andy Beshear alludes to running for president at book tour
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear spoke at the Capitol Theatre about his new book “Go and Do Likewise: How We Heal a Broken Country” on Tuesday. Bowling Green residents showed up and showed out. People began lining up outside of the theatre at noon, said Megan Miles, the marketing…
Kentucky State Police remember Trooper Hayden Phillips
Following Monday’s press conference regarding the death of Trooper Hayden Phillips, Kentucky State Police held a second press conference on Tuesday. At the press conference, held at Hillvue Heights Church at 5 p.m., state troopers discussed Phillips’s legacy and how the community…