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in Bowling Green
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Relay for Life held its kickoff meeting Tuesday evening at Bowling Green Ballpark Performance Club to discuss fundraising + honor top donating teams from 2025, announce upcoming team meetings, and unveil the Pirates of the Caribbean theme with the next meeting set for March 10 at 5:30 at BGMU. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Southern Kentucky Hospitality Association presented Brig. Gen. Dan Cherry with the Dallas Jones Lifetime Achievement Award at its annual Star Awards in Bowling Green today. Cherry's work at Aviation Heritage Park (the community site) has boosted tourism and hospitality across local attractions. WNKY
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new economic study shows Beaver Dam Amphitheater has generated more than $22 million in regional economic impact. The study may guide local growth strategies in the coming months. WBKO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Due to an uptick in illness, Caverna Schools will use non-traditional instruction (NTI) today, Jan. 14, and continue through Jan. 16, with teachers providing specific work instructions so students complete and submit all assignments. WBKO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials at the Robert E. Spiller Veterans Center near Kentucky Transpark are expecting a spring opening after delays from supply chain issues and construction setbacks — the 80,000 sqft facility designed for 60 veterans is moving toward final staffing and inspections. Bowling Green Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WKU women's tennis coach Greg Davis begins his eighth season with a home match against Bellarmine on Thursday at Michael O. Buchanon Park Indoor Tennis Courts. His retooled Lady Toppers team features few holdovers from last season as the squad aims for a fresh start. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The WKU women’s basketball team will begin a two-game Conference USA road trip with a game at Sam Houston on Thursday, Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m. and another at Louisiana Tech on Saturday, Jan. 17—fresh off a win over UTEP that boosted their confidence. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ At Bowling Green High School on Tuesday, Jan. 13, the Purples defeated the Trojans 69-53 while the Trojanettes won 57-27 over the Lady Purples (a doubleheader that showcased local high school basketball talent). Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ WKU men's basketball will host Missouri State at E.A. Diddle Arena today at 6:30 p.m. as part of a three-game home stand; coach Hank Plona said his team will work to protect its home court after splitting two recent road games. 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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