Thursday, January 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gus James Dressel became the first baby born in 2025 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green, arriving on January 1. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Kentucky Non-Profit Network is set to enhance support for non-profits statewide in 2025 with new resources and tools. WNKY
- ➤ News 40's Julie Milam and Habitat for Humanity's Matt Sheffield discussed the success of the inaugural One Night, One House fundraiser to support community housing. WNKY
- ➤ The 14th annual Frozen 4 Run & Walk in Bowling Green, aimed at supporting Chloe Gage after a severe car accident, offers participants a choice between a four mile run or two mile walk, with proceeds going to the Gage family. WNKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky sees the implementation of laws allowing medical marijuana dispensaries, restricting nicotine vape sales, and requiring vision screenings for driver's license renewals starting January 1. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The WKU Lady Toppers will start their Conference USA basketball season against Liberty on January 2, 2025, featuring a Superhero Night theme for fans. WNKY
- ➤ The top sports stories of 2024 in southcentral Kentucky include Western Kentucky's return to the NCAA Tournament, Bowling Green's back-to-back state football titles, and historic athletic achievements across various local teams. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Legacy Christian Academy Eagles are aiming to win their second consecutive KCAA state championship after claiming their first title in 2024. WNKY
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Live Music: Kelly and Sarah at White Squirrel Brewery
Experience a live performance by Kelly and Sarah at the White Squirrel Brewery in Bowling Green.
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Intimate Songwriter Round featuring JD Shelburne and Dave Lenahan
Nashville songwriters JD Shelburne and Dave Lenahan will perform alongside Dan Modlin in a songwriter round, sharing their music and stories at Lost River Cave.
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Annual Awards Banquet at Beech Bend Raceway
The Beech Bend Raceway and Music City Raceway will honor the 2024 Track Champions with an evening of food, entertainment, and awards.
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Wonderland 2025: A Journey Through the Looking Glass
Immerse yourself in a whimsical Alice in Wonderland-themed experience featuring interactive vendors, a Mad Hatter's Tea Party, and opportunities for cosplay.
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11th Annual Snow Flurry Scurry 5K
The Snow Flurry Scurry 5K is an annual race held at Lost River Cave that supports local restoration efforts.
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Medal Madness: Multi-Distance Running Event
The Medal Madness event offers multiple race distances including 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon, featuring themed finisher medals and a costume contest.
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Mexican Food and Movie Night - Social Gathering
This event invites new residents and those looking to make friends in Bowling Green to enjoy a casual and friendly social night with Mexican food and possibly a movie.
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