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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday, several Western Kentucky University social work students presented a check to Life Skills Wellness Connection to support local efforts in Bowling Green — the donation came after a professor recognized a community need and inspired students to engage directly with those in need. Dr. Jay Gabbard said the project helps students gain real-world experience while Life Skills manager Amy Hintonay said the effort sparks a cycle of support. WNKY
- ➤ Today, Ashlee Wilson interviewed Danette Idlett from Life’s Better Together about Luck Casino Night — a fundraiser where guests use $1000 in play money to play blackjack, roulette, and craps to win prizes. WNKY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sarah D’Auria, 27, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Bowling Green to charges of conspiring to steal prescription medications from a Glasgow distributor and to distribute controlled substances—she will be sentenced on June 9. Bowling Green Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ BGISD board approved its four-year facilities plan last week, which calls for a new W.R. McNeill Elementary and a new Potter Gray Elementary—each with a storm shelter—to be built after 2028 and includes renovations and security upgrades at BGJHS and other schools scheduled between 2026 and 2028. The district will hold a public hearing on March 31 at 5:30 p.m. before a special session vote at 6 p.m. to finalize detailed construction plans. Bowling Green Daily News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Lottery officials announced that a Bowling Green resident won $50,000 in the Powerball drawing on Monday night after buying a ticket at Five Star (7288 Louisville Road) in Bowling Green; the winner must sign the ticket and claim the prize at headquarters in Louisville within 180 days. WNKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A traffic light on Louisville Road right before the bridge went out Tuesday, and drivers are told to treat the intersection as a four-way stop while Bowling Green Public Works addresses the outage. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WKU baseball outfielder Ryan Wideman was named Conference USA Hitter of the Week after recording the program’s first cycle against Southern Illinois, and he joined News 40 on Topper Tuesday as the Hilltoppers began a historic 19-1 start—showing his key role in the team's early success. WNKY
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Harry Potter-themed Event at SoKY Marketplace
The SoKY Marketplace will be transformed into a magical wizarding world with themed vendors for Potter fans to explore and shop.
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2025 Wastewater Treatment Certification School
8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Bowling Green Mun Utilities | Cost varies | Enhance your skills with a comprehensive 2-day certification course for wastewater operators.
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WKU Baseball vs. Sam Houston Bearkats
6:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Watch the Hilltoppers take on the Bearkats in an exciting college baseball matchup.
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Banda Machos and Banda Maguey Live Concert
9 PM – 1 AM — CRZ Event Center — General Admission - $60 — Experience live music from Banda Machos and Banda Maguey in Bowling Green.
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WKU Baseball vs. Sam Houston
1:00 p.m. | Nick Denes Field | Free entry | Cheer on the Hilltoppers as they take on the Bearkats in an exciting baseball matchup.
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Matt Rogers with Nashville Nights
5-7 p.m. — Spillway Bar and Grill — Check local listings for costs — Experience an evening of original country tunes with talented songwriters Elvie Shane, Blue Foley, Matt Rogers, and Rye Davis.
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WKU Baseball vs. Southern Indiana
5:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup featuring the Hilltoppers and Eagles.
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Rome Emperors vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods
5:35-9:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Rome Emperors take on the Bowling Green Hot Rods in an exciting sports showdown.
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MVP Track Time Tax-Freedom Weekend
April 12th-13th — NCM Motorsports Park — Registration available online — Enjoy a weekend of thrilling track time and bacon-wrapped dates.
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WKU Softball vs. Middle Tennessee State
6:00 p.m. — WKU Softball Field — Cost info not provided — Cheer on the Hilltoppers as they face off against the Blue Raiders in a thrilling softball matchup.
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