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in Bowling Green
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Teresa thrift store in Bowling Green is launching its 40 Days of Lenten Giving Challenge on Feb. 18 and it will run through April 4. The store asks for drop-offs of clothes and toys (600 US 31-W ByPass Suite 18B) to help seniors and low-income families. WNKY
- ➤ Last Thursday, The Hive held an open house in Scottsville as it prepared for its new Allen County location opening on Feb. 16. The facility will operate Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will partner with TopCrops to offer gardening training. WNKY
- ➤ The Hive held an open house in Scottsville on Thursday to preview its second location that will offer learning and social opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities. The nonprofit will officially open the space on Monday, Feb. 16 — inviting community members to explore new services. WBKO
- ➤ Joe Denning broke barriers as a police officer, trooper, school board member, city commissioner, and mayor pro tem in Bowling Green during segregation. His legacy is preserved with the City Hall lobby renamed Denning Commons in August 2023 as part of Black History Month celebrations. WNKY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chad Duke was named station manager and general sales manager at WNKY News 40 effective Feb. 9 after longtime General Manager Julie Milam left on Feb. 6 to join the Chamber of Commerce (she led the station for 17 years). Duke brings over 20 years of local media experience. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arsenic and Old Lace will open at Barn Lot Theater on Feb. 19 and run until March 1 with 11 performances, including weekend matinees and a special midweek show on Feb. 24 (the play blends dark humor with quirky characters to entertain all ages). WCLU Radio
- ➤ On Wednesday, SOKY Speaks featured Ashlee Wilson with Libby Short and A.K. Murrey discussing the upcoming 2026 Epic Awards and Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball, which aim to celebrate local arts and culture. WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The WKU Sisterhood disbanded after it was told it must disaffiliate from the university because of HB4 & had donated over $1 million to WKU programs. Its remaining $116,500 was split among seven student groups, with WKU Student Publications set to receive $40,000. College Heights Herald
- ➤ Glasgow Middle assistant principal Lisa Bartley spoke on WCLU yesterday about the upcoming Idea Festival at WKU, where she will attend with her students + explore creative learning opportunities. WCLU Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tristar Greenview Hospital’s CMO warns that heart attack symptoms vary and residents may feel fatigue instead of chest pain especially for women and diabetics — he urges staying active, eating a heart-healthy diet, and consulting a doctor if experiencing a family history or shortness of breath during American Heart Month. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The updated 18th District Boys Basketball bracket for 2026 now lists local teams following winners announced on Thursday, Feb. 12 — teams gear up for upcoming district matchups with schedules in motion. WCLU Radio
- ➤ The bracket for the 15th District Boys Basketball Tournament in 2026 is now available, and winners for several divisions were listed on Feb. 12. The update also covers tournaments for girls and 18th District teams in basketball. WCLU Radio
- ➤ Nine Bowling Green High School seniors signed to compete at the college level on Wednesday (Feb. 11) at their auxiliary gym. The group comprises five football players, three baseball players, and one swimmer who chose schools including University of Indianapolis, Georgetown, and Belmont. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The bracket for the 2026 18th District Girls Basketball tournament was released with winners announced on Feb. 12. Further details on game times and team matchups will be shared soon. WCLU Radio
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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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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.
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WKU Baseball vs. Indiana
3:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch the excitement of WKU Baseball as they take on Indiana.
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WKU Baseball Doubleheader against Indiana
1 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch an exciting doubleheader as WKU Baseball takes on Indiana.
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WKU Baseball vs. Indiana
1-5 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup featuring WKU battling Indiana.
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Great Pages Circus
4:30-6 p.m. — SOKY Fair — Adults $20, Children free with paid adult — Enjoy thrilling performances and a fun atmosphere at the Great Pages Circus.
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