Carlyle Coppins

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – According to health experts, the summer season is when the need for blood is at its peak, and blood shortages during this time of year are pretty common. Brooke Katz with Blood Assurance says, “Summer is probably one of the most difficult times of the year when it comes to maintaining a stable blood supply. And...

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- Dr. Steven Patton, the medical director of community outreach at Norton Healthcare, tells us, “Unfortunately, I still think we lead. And the suicide rates, I think about 80% of men, are the leading cause of suicide. I mean, now women would probably say have higher diagnosis of depression, but, man, I actually, the ones that are committing...

BOWLING GREEN, KY.- This week is CPR Awareness Week, and several hospitals and organizations are doing what they can to encourage everyone to become CPR certified. According to health experts, people are 2 to three times more likely to save a life if they receive the certification. Michael Med Center EMS supervisor tells us, “As a CPR instructor with the...

HART COUNTY, KY.- Tourism leaders in Hart County say continued investment in local attractions is helping draw visitors to south-central Kentucky and boost the region’s economy.

SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY – Disabled American Veterans, an organization, will host the Transitioning Service Member and Spouse Virtual Career Fair.

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A local artist is back and more inspired than before. Inspired by past R&B singers, Dat Boii CG tells News 40 he’s getting back to his roots while enjoying being an artist. Dat Boii CG, a local artist based out of Bowling Green, says, “I wanted to create a vibe. People can have a good time...

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Curbside Ministries held the 6th annual soccer tournament for kids within the ministry. While this looks like a few soccer games on the surface, the impact on the Bowling Green communities runs much deeper. Lesley Duke, the executive director of Curbside Ministries, shares, “The biggest thing is a lot of people, you know, they do go...

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – June is National Safety Month, and around this time of year, everyone’s outside enjoying the season by going for a walk or riding a bicycle.

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Girls from all over gathered for summer camp with the Girl Scouts. Now, this was a chance for them to learn leadership skills, make new friends and so much more.

SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY – According to Feeding America Kentucky’s Heartland, one out of four kids go without food. Several organizations are doing what they can to limit food deserts and give children 18 and under access to food in more ways than one. Manda Barger, marketing and communications manager for Feeding America Kentucky’s Heartland, says, “If they’re not already facing...