Thursday, January 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 2-year-old Pit Bull mix, Marla, described as loving and sweet, seeks a forever home while her heartworm treatment costs are covered by the shelter. WNKY
- ➤ Community Action of Southern Kentucky organizes a donation drive from Jan. 7-31 to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and address community needs, including a focus on items for the homeless. WBKO
- ➤ The Warren County Emergency Management has postponed the COWS test to Jan. 17 due to impending weather, ensuring all sirens are functional with silent tests twice daily. WBKO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two individuals broke into a Bowling Green business, using a forklift to steal car parts and a red 1965 Ford Mustang, with police seeking information. WBKO
- ➤ The Warren County Sheriff’s Office warns of a scam involving calls from a fake 'Sergeant Anderson' demanding payment for non-existent jury duty warrants. WBKO
CULTURE NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WKU Football has hired Jason Barnes, a former professional player and experienced coach, as their new Wide Receivers Coach. 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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Brazilian Cuisine Class
Participants will learn to prepare Brazilian stroganoff and cheese bread in a hands-on cooking class at SoKY Marketplace.
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Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Women's Basketball vs. Kennesaw State Owls
The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Women's Basketball team will compete against the Kennesaw State Owls at E.A. Diddle Arena.
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Lone Star Rodeo Concert
Experience the excitement of the Lone Star Rodeo live at the Western Kentucky University L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center in Bowling Green.
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