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in Bowling Green
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green communities are observing Law Enforcement Appreciation Day to thank officers for their service. The local police say community support builds trust and helps keep neighborhoods safe. WNKY
- ➤ A local business delivered 700 donated winter items to Hotel Inc. Friday morning after Leachman Automotive’s two‐month Holidays for the Homeless campaign held last November and December collected essential winter supplies + supported unhoused residents. WNKY
- ➤ Toys for Tots reached a record year this holiday season by donating 96,821 toys, books, and stocking stuffers to 32,668 children in 23 counties. Volunteers, including female inmates from Warren County Regional Jail, helped sort donations to support year-round programs. WNKY
- ➤ The Bowling Green Warren County Jaycees will mark 80 years of service at this year's SOKY fair, spotlighting their mentorship program that delivers leadership training and community projects. Interested individuals may call (270-842-7980). WBKO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bradley Cooper’s new film 'Is This Thing On?' follows a man using stand-up comedy as a way to work through marital troubles & find hope, with co-writer Will Arnett and a strong cast capturing authentic moments in relationships. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Susie Q, an elephant brought by police escorts from South Carolina to Beech Bend Park in the 1960s, starred in local parades and on TV before joining a traveling circus, leaving her final fate a mystery. Bowling Green Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Med Center Health will host a free Health and Wellness Expo at the Sloan Convention Center on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The event offers screenings for blood pressure, EKG, cholesterol, hearing plus a teaching kitchen starting at 10 a.m. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WKU wide receiver Matthew Henry accepted an invitation to join the 2026 Hula Bowl today at 11 a.m. at Spec Martin Memorial Stadium in Deland, Florida — a college football all-star game for seniors watched by professional scouts. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Greenwood Gators defeated the Bowling Green Purples 71-61 at BGHS on Friday, Jan. 9 (marking the first win over Bowling Green since 2022) while the Lady Purples beat the Lady Gators 55-29 in a separate game. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ WKU defensive end Dominic Oliver accepted an invitation to play in The Dream Bowl, scheduled for Sunday at noon CT at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. He played all 13 games last season and made 22 tackles. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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FIU Panthers at WKU Hilltoppers Men's Basketball
1-3 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Tickets available — Catch the exciting matchup as the WKU Hilltoppers take on the FIU Panthers in men's basketball.
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