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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bowling Green community members, alongside local government officials, marched in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, concluding with a service at State Street Baptist Church.  Bowling Green Daily News
  • Bowling Green plans improvements for Cave Mill Road and announces a community meeting for January 23 to discuss the project.  WBKO
  • Pretty Boy, a lovable 4-year-old Flat-Coated Retriever, is ready for adoption at the Bowling Green/Warren County Humane Society, promising companionship and love.  WNKY
  • Warren County honors Martin Luther King Jr. and local legends Dr. Abraham Williams and Wathetta Buford with a themed event, emphasizing the importance of hope, freedom, justice, and democracy through nonviolence.  WBKO

CRIME NEWS

  • The Bowling Green Police Department is seeking assistance in the investigation of a fatal hit-and-run involving a bicyclist, releasing details of a suspect vehicle.  WNKY
  • The Warren County Drug Task Force seized considerable amounts of illegal drugs in 2024, including fentanyl, meth, cocaine, marijuana vapes, and marijuana.  WNKY

CULTURE NEWS

  • An international travel show, Global Child, highlighted Bowling Green in a special episode, showcasing the city's communal feel and will host community showings in February.  WNKY

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Western Kentucky University's Potter College of Arts & Letters will restructure from eight departments into 4-5 schools by 2027, aiming for financial stability, innovation, and interdisciplinary success.  WCLU Radio

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 1/23/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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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.

    Sun, 1/26/25

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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.

    Tue, 2/4/25

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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.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • Ninja Running Events: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon

    A series of fun running events including distance options ranging from 1 mile to a half marathon at Ephram White Park.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. Illinois State Redbirds Baseball Match

    This event features a baseball game between the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers and the Illinois State Redbirds at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green, KY.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • Brazilian Cooking Class on February 18

    This hands-on cooking class at SoKY Marketplace teaches participants how to make Brazilian stroganoff and cheese bread while fostering a social environment.

    Tue, 2/18/25

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