Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
Good morning, Bowling Green.
Today on Sunrise Spotlight, News 40's Ashlee Wilson interviewed Mikayla Patterson from BRADD+who discussed a meal program for seniors in need.
The program is supported by the Barren River Area Development District+and aims to provide local seniors with essential meals.
The White Squirrel Arts Fest will be held on Saturday, April 26 in Bowling Green’s historic Shake Rag district, centering on White Squirrel Brewery and extending later to Shake Rag Bar & Lounge for an adults-only Poetry Slam.
The free event will offer indoor and outdoor art vendor fairs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (with a new Fashion Show by WKU Fashion, Inc. at 4 p.m.) along with live musical and literary performances.
Melinda Whitfield Gilbert opened her 3,000-square-foot eatery Vistro on March 17 at 937 College St.—the only vegetarian restaurant she knows of downtown.
The restaurant serves mostly vegan meals made with local produce and will add breakfast and dinner options as it expands.
Sarah D’Auria, 27, pleaded guilty on March 13 to charges of stealing medical supplies and planning to sell drugs and faces up to 16 years in prison, a $350,000 fine and 3 years of supervised release—her sentencing is set for June 9 in Bowling Green.
Attorney David Broderick asked the court to restore the dismissed wrongful death suit from Jeremy Marr’s estate against three Glasgow Police officers—saying that body camera footage does not show clearly if Marr resisted arrest on April 14.
A Bowling Green woman, Marlynn Elias, accused of leaving the scene after her SUV hit and killed pedestrian Kimberly Howard in the 100 block of Riverwood Avenue made her first court appearance on Monday and was sent to Warren County Regional Jail on a $25,000 cash bond (she is 48) for charges of not stopping to help and driving without a license (the crash happened on Saturday).
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.
WKU Baseball vs. Southern Indiana
5:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup featuring the Hilltoppers and Eagles.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Earth Week Celebration
All day — Lost River Cave — Free volunteer opportunities — Celebrate the restoration of local ecosystems while enjoying hands-on activities in nature.
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.
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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