One event told to BNWS will be announced next week by the State Park. We have permission to share it with you now. Written by Samantha C Sinclair May 22, 2024 Are you ready for Summer and all the buzz that comes with it? Good. The Jamestown State Park is starting their Summer events thisContinue reading “Kick off of Summer events happening this weekend at the State Park in James Town Ky.”
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Primary Election in Kentucky 2024
Quick glance, and where to find more. By Samantha C Sinclair on May 21, 2024 Did you vote? Who won? Let’s start with the US President? No matter which side, there are strong thoughts and voiced opinions both ways. The Republican winner in Kentucky was Donald J Trump. The democrat winner of the presidential primaryContinue reading “Primary Election in Kentucky 2024”
What is happening and what is coming up? 
Written by Samantha C Sinclair on May 20, 2024 Come join in on the podcast. Learn what’s happening, what we are looking into, and would you like to share your story? https://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-happening-on-the-bnws-blog-would-you-like-to-share-your-story–60098730
Loss and damage on May 8, 2024 from devastating tornados in TN.
Source NWS Written by Samantha C Sinclair on May 15, 2024 May 8, 2024 is a day so many will remember for years to come. One couple told family members they will never forget that sound. They rode out the Clumbia tornado in a closet. Thankfully they survived, but their home, barn, and land sustainedContinue reading “Loss and damage on May 8, 2024 from devastating tornados in TN.”
Adair county educator is the recipient of WKU distinguished educator award 
Written by Samantha C Sinclair May 14, 2024 Adair County Elementary School posted on their Facebook page yesterday one of their own has received a well deserved award. Mike Mantooth is the WKU distinguished educator recipient. “We can not think of anyone more deserving.” The post also shared despite the day MR. Mantooth has had,Continue reading “Adair county educator is the recipient of WKU distinguished educator award ”
KSP Post 15 in Columbia investigating shooting following a vehicle accident on May 11, 2024
Source Trooper Houk Written by Samantha C Sinclair on May 13, 2024 A vehicle accident on May 11, 2024 is followed by a shooting. Around 7:55 am CT KSP Post 15 received a call from the Adair County Sheriff’s Office. The call was for a request for investigation assistance on Ky. 704 in Adair County.Continue reading “KSP Post 15 in Columbia investigating shooting following a vehicle accident on May 11, 2024”
Safe Haven Baby Box
“We had rather have a box and not need it,” says Monica Kelsey founder and CEO, Than to not have a box and need it.” Written by Samantha C Sinclair on May 9, 2024 What if you found yourself in the unthinkable situation of giving birth, and not seeing any hope of keeping your baby?Continue reading “Safe Haven Baby Box”
Tornado watch has been issued for Russell County, Adair county, and surrounding areas in Kentucky. 
Written by Samantha C Sinclair on May 8, 2024 Are your NOAA weather radios working? How about your phones? Did you get the alert that your area is under a tornado watch? Remain weather aware through tonight as serious weather conditions could form. Keep in mind that a tornado watch means conditions are favorable forContinue reading “Tornado watch has been issued for Russell County, Adair county, and surrounding areas in Kentucky. ”
Enhanced severe storm risk across most of Kentucky. 
Written by Samantha C Sinclair on May 8, 2024 With today being a high risk weather day, you should have multiple ways to receive weather warnings. The NOAA weather radio is your best way. You should not depend on outdoor tornado sirens, as they are not made for indoor use. Know where your place ofContinue reading “Enhanced severe storm risk across most of Kentucky. ”
Over half of Kentucky counties now under a tornado watch. 
Written by Samantha C Sinclair on May 7, 2024 Over half of Kentucky is now under a tornado watch. Multiple states are being affected by severe weather, including tornadoes. Remember that I tornado watch means conditions are favorable. Now is the time to have your severe weather plan in place so that when warnings areContinue reading “Over half of Kentucky counties now under a tornado watch. ”