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Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bowling Green man—Tylan Barnett, 22—was indicted by the Warren County grand jury on charges of murder and tampering with physical evidence after he fatally shot 16-year-old Jamarco Dye on January 26, and his sister—Taylor Barnett, 27—was also indicted for tampering with evidence. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ On Sunday morning in Bowling Green, police responded to a call from a paramedic about an ambulance reported stolen with a firearm inside and found the vehicle nearby — they arrested 25-year-old Dylan Reece after he gave conflicting statements about his actions and he remains in jail on theft charges. WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky University will mark Sexual Assault Prevention Month with a series of events throughout April. The schedule starts with a resource fair at Downing Student Union Courtyard from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and continues with sessions on April 7, 9, 12, 16 and 29 — including a discussion, spoken word show, community rally, self-defense class and wellness event — to raise awareness and support survivors. WBKO
- ➤ Forty-five students received a refurbished laptop in Bowling Green on March 28 through a partnership between AT&T and Human-I-T at Embassy Suites by Hilton during the Boys and Girls Clubs competition. AT&T funded the laptops to help narrow the digital divide and give local youth more access to technology. Bowling Green Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 28, the Bowling Green Police Academy graduated Class 8 as the department added six new officers from varied backgrounds—each bringing unique experiences. Recruit officer Kelli Bowling said she has dreamed of serving since she was very young. WNKY
- ➤ Kentucky Transportation Cabinet representatives will hold a public meeting on April 15 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary School to discuss plans to build a roundabout at U.S. 68 Veterans Memorial and Victoria Street — additional pedestrian improvements will also be considered. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
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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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WKU Baseball vs. Middle Tennessee State
3:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Cheer on the Hilltoppers as they take on the Blue Raiders in an exciting baseball showdown.
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Easter Celebration at The Foundry
9:30-11 a.m. — The Foundry Christian Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with an exciting egg hunt and activities for the kids.
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Earth Week Celebration
All day — Lost River Cave — Free volunteer opportunities — Celebrate the restoration of local ecosystems while enjoying hands-on activities in nature.
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WKU Baseball vs. Evansville
6:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch the Hilltoppers take on the Purple Aces in an exciting college baseball matchup.
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The Bowtie Nationals
April 25-27 — Beechbend Raceway Park — Entry fees vary — Experience thrilling drag racing, autocross, and a massive car show at this exciting automotive festival.
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