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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Just before 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Bowling Green Fire Department responded to an intense trash pile fire on Louisville Road at Kenway Disposal—crews contained the blaze, reported no injuries, and will remain at the scene today for fire control. WBKO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green man Mirsad Ramic was sentenced to 101 months in prison—he also received a $25,000 fine—for supporting ISIS after being convicted last year. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Warren County Sheriff’s Office pulled over Desmond Byars on Monday evening at Stonehenge Avenue and Veterans Memorial Lane due to a suspicious temporary tag and found nearly 33 ounces of marijuana, baggies, cell phones, a scale, 40 caliber bullets, cash app cards and money during a search—he was arrested on charges including drug trafficking before being released on a $6,000 bond Tuesday. WNKY
- ➤ The Bowling Green Police Department responded to a shooting at Skyline Village mobile home park on Loop Drive — PIO Ronnie Ward said officers are still gathering details — as the investigation continues. WBKO
- ➤ The Scottsville Police Department is searching for teen Zackary Cloud, who left his residence at 2:30 a.m. on April 16th wearing a green hoodie, blue jeans, and black Nike slides—he has both ears pierced and was seen on a gray mountain bike. WNKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ News 40’s Ashlee Wilson interviewed Dr. Eli Jackson and Dr. Austin Delpont on today’s Sunrise Spotlight about the 13th annual Smiles from the Heart event set for Friday, April 18th, which will offer free dentistry for community members over 18 who are not pregnant. The service begins at 7 a.m.—available on a first come—first served basis. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, #20 WKU Baseball hosts Middle Tennessee for a three-game '100 Miles of Hate' series at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green with the first game set for 6 p.m. CT—free hot dogs are offered for the first 500 fans—with follow-up games on Friday at 3 p.m. CT and Saturday at 1 p.m. CT. WNKY
- ➤ On Wednesday, the WKU women's golf team won the Conference USA Championship by defeating Jacksonville State by seven strokes with an even par 288 score. Junior Sydney Hackett claimed the individual title by birdieing the first playoff hole after a 5 under 67 round — a historic win for the program. WNKY
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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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Arbor Day Celebration
9 AM – 12 PM — Kereiakes Park Disc Golf Course — Free entry — Celebrate trees and their benefits with the community at this annual event.
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WKU Baseball vs. Kentucky Wildcats
6:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Cost info not provided — Experience a thrilling collegiate baseball matchup in Bowling Green.
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Fountain Row Friday Live Music Series
4:30-7 p.m. — Fountain Square Park — Free entry — Enjoy free live music while sipping beverages from White Squirrel Brewery and supporting local student scholarships.
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WKU Baseball vs. Louisiana Tech
1:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup as the Hilltoppers take on the Bulldogs.
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Breastfeeding Basics
4:30-6:30 p.m. — The Medical Center at Bowling Green — Free — Learn essential tips for successful breastfeeding including latching and milk supply.
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