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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers RECC in Glasgow reported that 854 members remain without power after a storm caused outages to peak at 2,100, and crews have made significant headway in restoring service. Crews face delays from saturated ground, downed trees and debris—complete power restoration is expected today barring unforeseen complications. WNKY
- ➤ Today’s Pet of the Day is Princess, a small and ladylike dog at the Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society who loves learning new tricks, children, and other dogs but does not get along with cats. Interested adopters are encouraged to visit the Humane Society to give her a loving home. WNKY
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Andy Beshear joined local officials at SKyPAC on April 2 to mark Bowling Green’s top rank in economic development by Site Selection Magazine. Local leaders said new business investments (from Southern Coil Solutions and Clark Beverage Group) are expected to bring more jobs and boost the local economy. Bowling Green Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 3, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet said many state routes in District 3 were closed due to flooding—crews worked to keep these roads closed and urged drivers to avoid barricades and unsafe passes. Motorists are advised to stay cautious as conditions change quickly. WNKY
- ➤ City commissioners approved a bid to complete the West End Greenway, which will link the West End to downtown Bowling Green via Kentucky Street to Hobson Grove Park; construction will begin in the next couple of weeks and take six to eight months to finish—Baker Contracting won the $973,834.49 bid. The commissioners also approved a $230,000 bid to replace sidewalks along Old Morgantown Road and Riverview Drive to remove trip hazards. Bowling Green Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hosparus Health Barren River invites community members to remember loved ones at the annual Service of Remembrance on May 4 at 2 p.m. at Baker Arboretum in Bowling Green—registration is required by April 28 and a reception with light refreshments will follow. WNKY
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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