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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026

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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Salvation Army is expanding warming centers after the winter storm and teaming with local emergency management to help residents affected by power outages and cold conditions. Six centers now operate across Kentucky, including Bowling Green, offering shelter, hot meals, and supplies as recovery efforts continue.  Spectrum News 1
  • Six-year-old Bryson from Natcher Elementary alerted his family to a hidden house fire on New Year's Day, helping everyone evacuate safely. Local firefighters honored him for his quick action (his bravery likely prevented more damage).  WNKY

ECONOMY NEWS

  • AAA reported that gasoline prices in Bowling Green have risen to $2.630 per gallon this week, slightly above the west central Kentucky average of $2.580 after a four-cent increase. Harsh winter weather has affected supply and demand across the region.  Spectrum News 1

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Gov. Beshear urged Kentuckians to avoid nonessential travel Monday after a weekend storm blanketed parts of the state with dangerous ice and heavy snowfall — up to 12 inches in northern areas and 4 to 6 inches centrally. Crews continue restoring power and clearing roads as emergency centers serve residents.  Spectrum News 1
  • Icy conditions persist as city crews plow & salt main routes around the clock to tackle fresh snow, slush & ice, and drivers are advised to use primary roads since overnight refreezing may worsen travel safety.  Spectrum News 1

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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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.

    Mon, 2/16/26

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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.

    Fri, 2/20/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/21/26

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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.

    Sun, 2/22/26

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  • Hilltopper Basketball vs. New Mexico State

    5:30-7:30 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Cost info not specified — Catch the action as the Hilltoppers take on NMSU in a thrilling basketball matchup.

    Thu, 2/26/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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