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in Bowling Green
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hughes & Coleman named Kelsey Myers Hometown Hero of the Month for her lifelong bond with horses. The local announcement celebrates her dedication and the positive impact she has on the community. WBKO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bumble Bee Learning Center in Bowling Green, which relies on 60% federal funds and serves up to 170 children, may have to reduce enrollment as federal child care funds remain frozen pending stricter documentation rules. The center’s director warned that this could limit child care options for local families. Spectrum News 1
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WKU Hilltopper Basketball beat Louisiana Tech 66–61 Sunday at E.A. Diddle Arena, improving to a 9–5 record and 2–1 in Conference USA play. Ryan Myers and LJ Hackman — with clutch free throws — secured the win. WNKY
- ➤ Western Kentucky beat Louisiana Tech 66 to 61 on Sunday at E.A. Diddle Arena (the team overcame nearly 10 minutes without scoring in the second half using key free throws). The Hilltoppers will play New Mexico State on Thursday and UTEP on Sunday. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Allen County-Scottsville senior Debora Patrick had a double-double with 25 points and 18 rebounds to lead the Lady Patriots to a 69-56 win over Franklin-Simpson in the Kentucky 2A Section championship at Glasgow High School Saturday — the team will face District 15 rival Warren East Friday. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Bowling Green boys’ basketball team showed strong defense in a 72-47 win at BGHS over Allen County-Scottsville on Saturday. The team overcame a slim halftime margin with a strong second half and will play at Taylor County on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Bowling Green Daily News
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UTEP Miners vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Women's Basketball
12-2 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Check website for ticket prices — Catch the Lady Toppers in action against UTEP in a thrilling matchup.
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Delaware Blue Hens vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Women's Basketball
1-3 p.m. — Diddle Arena — Ticket information not specified — Catch an exciting women's basketball matchup between the Blue Hens and Hilltoppers.
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Breastfeeding Basics Workshop
4:30-6:30 p.m. — The Medical Center - WKU Health Sciences Complex — Registration required — Enhance your breastfeeding knowledge and confidence with this informative class covering essential lactation skills.
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