Today
in Bowling Green
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown BGKY reflected on 2025’s success with over 1.4 million visitors and the launch of Downtown Academy with WKU, and is preparing for 2026 with plans for phase two of Riverfront Park (construction begins in spring) and a planned 250th celebration for America. WNKY
- ➤ Cave Country Trails invites locals to join public workshops on a new John Muir trail — the first meeting is Jan. 7 at 4 p.m. at the Rotunda Room at the Lodge at Mammoth Cave to gather community input. WNKY
- ➤ Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland has announced food distributions set for 2026 to help local residents through food pantries (providing extra support in times of need). The nonprofit works with community agencies across 42 counties to connect people with essential resources. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Med Center Health is accepting entries for its 34th Women in the Arts Exhibit through Feb. 13. The two-day event will be held at The Medical Center-WKU Health Sciences Complex on March 13 and 14 - featuring awards for outstanding artwork. WBKO
- ➤ The National Corvette Museum is planning a busy 2026 with the Driven to Preserve exhibit opening Mar. 12 and the return of the R8C Reunion from June 25-27, while a new 66,000 sqft facility under construction is expected to finish by fall so it can open in 2027. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Med Center Health is accepting entry applications for its 34th Women in the Arts Exhibit until Feb. 13 and will display artworks by female artists on March 13 and 14 in Bowling Green (the show includes painting, sculpture, ceramics, works on paper, fiber works, and photography). WNKY
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The One Big Beautiful Bill Act became law in July 2025, offering deductions for overtime, tipped income (up to $25,000), and auto loan interest on American assembled cars that could boost local taxpayers’ returns this season. WBKO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Bowling Green saw more than 1.4 million visitors in 2025, prompting city officials to plan targeted initiatives for 2026 including Riverfront Park construction & new programming to better engage residents throughout Warren County. Officials emphasize improved data tracking & marketing to boost downtown visits. WBKO
- ➤ Low-income residents are now eligible for LIHEAP to get help with home heating emergencies. The program accepts applications in all 120 counties and pays benefits directly to energy companies, processing requests on a first come — first served basis. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Laurence Seymore and Cole Maynard were named All-Americans by Phil Steele; Seymore earned Second Team honor on offense while Maynard received Fourth Team recognition & accepted an invitation to the American Bowl on Jan. 22. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Bowling Green’s SoKY Ice outdoor rink is a winter spot where hockey players meet in downtown, and players of all ages gather Saturday nights and prepare for an annual tournament on Jan. 31 — the rink will close when winter ends. WNKY
- ➤ UTSA announced the hiring of Rick Bowie as its new offensive coordinator Monday, January 5, + after he led WKU to average over 400 yards per game; he will join UTSA to boost their passing attack in upcoming contests. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Barren County Trojanettes held the top spot in the Daily News Area Top 10 girls poll on Monday — edging the Lady Panthers by 5–4 in first-place votes and 86–83 in overall points — while Warren Central stayed the unanimous No. 1 in the boys poll. 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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