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in Bowling Green
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Bowling Green starts phase one of River Front Park, costing over $4 million to change a 40-year-old debris landfill into an area with an event lawn, picnic grove, boat ramp — expected to complete by summer. Next week, the city will share renderings for phase two. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Med Center is hosting its 34th annual Women in the Arts program that invites local artists to showcase their sculptures, sketches, and paintings — the final day to submit artwork is Feb. 13. WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Michelle Young will speak at the Capitol outside the Warren County Public Library on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 6 p.m. The Bachelorette star will share her journey from teaching to public speaking & discuss her foundation's support for underserved youth. WNKY
- ➤ Chesterton Academy of Bowling Green will open in August at the new DeVries Pastoral Center by St. Joseph Catholic Church. Led by Tom Stewart, the school will offer ninth and 10th grade classes with a classical curriculum—using Socratic seminars, low-tech lessons, Latin study and daily prayer. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Bowling Green Independent School District approved a draft 2026-27 budget on Monday. It estimates $77.8 million in revenue, $77.6 million in expenses, and a small surplus after growth and scheduled salary increases, while state funding details remain pending and a tentative budget is due in May. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Independence Bank’s annual scholarship program is now accepting applications from high school seniors online until Feb. 24 + the 25-year program awarded 72 seniors $144,400 in 2025 and is set to surpass $2 million in funding for local college education. WBKO
- ➤ Greenwood High School hosts its 12th annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration today (organized by Warren County Public Schools) where students learn leadership and teamwork through lessons honoring Dr. King's legacy. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bowling Green boys’ basketball team beat Barren County (69-53) at Bowling Green High School on Tuesday, Jan. 13, snapping a three-game losing streak; Anderson scored 24 points as coach D.G. Sherrill said the win boosted team confidence. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ On Tuesday, Jan. 13, Western Kentucky’s Callie Bauer was named CSC Third Team Academic All-American, joining a select group of Hilltoppers — only the third player in program history honored. She maintained a 3.88 GPA while posting impressive gameplay stats throughout the season. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Hilltoppers beat the Bears 87-72 at E. A. Diddle Arena on Wednesday. The win — a sign of their quick play — sets up a home game against Kennesaw State Saturday at 2 p.m. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Bowling Green senior Kori Ware led her Lady Purples with 14 rebounds and nine points to a 55-29 win against Greenwood in Friday's District 14 girls' basketball game. BG, now 2-0 in district play, is set to host Barren County on Tuesday night. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Warren Central beat Central Hardin 74-64 Tuesday as seniors Karaun Johnson and Ryan Hulbert each scored 16 points to notch their 10th straight win. The Dragons will play Greenwood Friday. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Mint Gaming Hall (in Franklin) alongside Circa Sports is set to host a Super Bowl LX event featuring multiple screens and luxury seating reservations with deals on food, gaming machines, and betting squares; the viewing area will remain open for reservation throughout the NFL playoffs. WNKY
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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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Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. BYU Cougars
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Competitive ticket prices — Experience thrilling college football action with the Hilltoppers taking on the Cougars.
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