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in Bowling Green
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army is preparing in Bowling Green as a winter storm is predicted to bring ice and dangerous travel conditions this weekend. Mobile kitchens, warming centers, and shelters are on standby to aid residents + emergency services are coordinating with local agencies. WNKY
- ➤ Dance Mini Red held a fundraiser Friday evening at Rockfield Elementary where students learned a new dance routine and played games to support Norton Children’s Hospital while raising $1,185.71 of a $5,000 goal; the group will meet again on Feb. 27 at South Warren High School. WNKY
- ➤ Need More Acres Farm delivered extra supplies today ahead of a winter storm, increasing its weekly drop from 20+ families to 30. Farm worker Elizabeth Howell said the added items will help more locals prepare for the cold weather. WBKO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials warn a winter storm will soon hit local roads, and residents are urged to gather essential supplies+ secure pets while driving carefully as snow accumulates. WBKO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bowling Green Fire Department held its 5th Annual Awards Ceremony Friday evening at the Public Safety Training Center, honoring staff for service and sacrifice; award winners included Firefighter of the Year Dylan Hawkins, Engineer of the Year Stephen Estes, and Officer of the Year Chris Britton. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Western Kentucky Lady Toppers lost 66-55 to Delaware at E. A. Diddle Arena on Friday, Jan. 23. Their record now drops to 5-14 overall and 1-7 in conference play. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Colonels beat the Bulldogs 48-46 in the All A State Tournament. The Caverna team made key plays throughout the game, including a game-winning free throw by Jaylin Craine. WCLU Radio
- ➤ The Greenwood boys and girls teams beat South Warren on Jan. 23, with the boys winning 75-55 and the girls clinching a 59-48 sweep, keeping district title hopes alive; both teams prepare for next week’s games against Bowling Green and Barren County (coaches praised the balanced effort). Bowling Green Daily News
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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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BYU Cougars vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Baseball
1 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Cost info unavailable — Catch a thrilling college baseball matchup as the Cougars take on the Hilltoppers.
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WKU Baseball vs Southeast Missouri State
3:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch the thrilling action as the WKU Hilltoppers take on the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks on the diamond.
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Steel Magnolias
6:30 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming tales of six Southern women in a lively beauty salon setting.
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WKU Baseball vs Southeast Missouri State
12-4 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Ticket info not provided — Cheer on the WKU Hilltoppers as they take on SEMO in this exciting baseball matchup.
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