SUMMARY: Western Kentucky University President Timothy C. Caboni was awarded the Kentucky Music Educators Association’s (KMEA) 2024-25 Administrator of the Year for his support of music education. The award was presented at a ceremony in Louisville. Caboni highlighted the importance of music programs in developing leadership and success among students. Since his return to WKU in 2017, he focused on enhancing support for music, leading to the growth of the Big Red Marching Band and increasing scholarships. WKU recently broke ground on the Hilltopper Fieldhouse, which will serve as a practice facility for the band, celebrating its 100th anniversary.

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SUMMARY: Recent storms have caused significant damage in Rock Castle County, where a tornado touched down, impacting Mount Vernon and Livingston. Virginia Fenis reflects on the destruction of her home, expressing gratitude for her family’s safety despite the wreckage. Her son, Eric, notes the extensive damage, including a destroyed roof and a collapsed barn. Emergency responders from Livingston fire and rescue are actively assessing the situation as potential flooding looms. Eric emphasizes the importance of life over material loss, stating, “You can replace material things; you can’t replace lives,” highlighting their relief that no one was harmed.

The latest round of storms wreaked havoc on the bluegrass, and now, the National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down in Rockcastle County.

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SUMMARY: WKU Football has hired Jimmy Lindsey as the Run Game Coordinator/Edges/Defensive Line Coach. Lindsey previously spent three seasons at WKU from 2017-19, where he helped the team achieve a top-25 defense and various significant defensive achievements. Following his first tenure, he coached at several universities, including Illinois, South Carolina, and North Carolina, contributing to players’ notable accolades and NFL selections. Lindsey’s coaching journey began at Chattanooga and includes roles at multiple institutions, refining defensive talent. He returns to WKU after a recent stint at LSU, bringing extensive experience and success in defensive coaching.

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