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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 7 Brew opened its fourth Bowling Green location at 2855 Nashville Road and donated $1,872 to the Stuff the Bus Foundation during a donation weekend from March 14-16. The store held a Swag Day on March 29 and will add 50 jobs — reinforcing its connection with the community. WBKO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Shinsung ST USA announced plans for a $53.5 million facility in Franklin's Henderson Interstate Industrial Park — the 300,000-square-foot plant is set to create 100 new jobs. The company, marking its first U.S. operation, will eventually generate over $200 million in sales revenue — boosting the local economy over the next ten years. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Bowling Green was named No. 1 for economic growth among cities with fewer than 200,000 people by Site Selection Magazine for the second year in a row, local leaders said. Gov. Andy Beshear visited the city to celebrate the award—he said the strong community spirit helped drive the growth. WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ BGISD approved its four-year District Facilities Plan Monday (April 2) that calls for new elementary schools with storm shelters and upgrades to Bowling Green Junior High and three other schools. The plan passed after a 30-minute public hearing with no comments and sets major projects from 2026 to 2028 with other improvements planned after 2028. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Bowling Green High School celebrated its new Career and Technical Education building on April 2 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Governor Andy Beshear. The 19,000-square-foot facility was built with $8.3 million from the Better Kentucky Plan and a 10% match by BGISD—housing three programs with an HVAC course set to start next school year in partnership with Southern Kentucky Community and Technical College. WBKO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Kentucky Transportation Secretary Jim Gray signed an order that temporarily suspends restrictions on commercial vehicles bringing debris removal, fuel, and power restoration supplies to areas hit by severe weather — drivers must follow safety protocols and keep a copy of the order in their cabs. 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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