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Monday, April 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the Sloan Convention Center on Saturday night, hundreds joined the 17th annual Fur Ball hosted by Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society to help keep the shelter open during its challenging months. Director Lorri Hare noted the record turnout with 176 auction items plus sold-out ticket sales that show deep local support for animal welfare. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ House on the Hill will host the Art of Home Gallery Show in June to raise funds for its Guesthouse program that helps stabilize housing for unhoused individuals and families. The event—featuring donated artworks where each artist donates one auction piece and may display up to seven pieces—will include an opening on May 29, a family event on June 14 and a closing on June 28. SOKY Happenings
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 12, the U.S. Department of State froze study abroad funding in a 15-day halt that left most WKU Gilman scholarships in jeopardy—WKU officials coordinated with Provost Bud Fischer to secure funds and ease student concerns despite a national slowdown in grant disbursements. The freeze thawed by mid-March, and the university now urges students to apply for upcoming Fulbright and Gilman awards. College Heights Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FEMA announced Sunday night that new disaster recovery centers are opening for Kentucky residents who experienced loss from severe weather. One center is at 605 E. Arch Street in Hopkins County and the other at 954 Cameron Ponder Drive in Hardin County — both open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. WBKO
- ➤ Warren County Fiscal Court approved the nearly $2 million purchase of a building at 2325 Airway Court to serve as the new home for the county’s emergency operations center—officials say its location near the airport will boost crisis response. They also approved over $120,000 in repairs to Basil Griffin Park after recent flood damage, and work on the building upgrades and storm shelter is expected to start soon. Bowling Green Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Med Center Health and Wellness Expo has been moved to June 7—due to inclement weather—at the Sloan Convention Center and will offer free health screenings and demos. SOKY Happenings
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Warren East's Lady Raiders won their first-ever Kentucky 2A State Softball Championships title on Saturday in Owensboro by beating Rowan County 2-1 — Autumn Brooks pitched a record no-hitter and was named tournament MVP, with Lydia Jones and Jordan Brooks adding key hits. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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Send It Saturday
7 AM – 4 PM — Beechbend Raceway Park — $15 General Admission, Kids 12&under Free — Experience thrilling drag racing and a lively swap meet for all automotive enthusiasts.
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Buick GS Nationals 2025
May 14-17 — Beechbend Raceway Park — Various fees apply — Celebrate 60 years of the Gran Sport with racing, a car show, and family-friendly events.
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Buick GS Nationals
4 days of racing — Beechbend Raceway Park — Entry fees may apply — Celebrate 60 years of the Gran Sport with racing, a car show, and more.
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Bowling Green Garden Club's Fairy Garden Tour
1-4 p.m. — Lost River Cave — $10 Adults, $5 Children — Explore enchanting fairy gardens and enjoy tea and refreshments with the family.
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NHRA SportsNATIONAL OPEN
Friday, May 23rd — 1:00 AM - 12:59 AM — Beechbend Raceway Park — $20/day, Kids 12 & under free — Experience thrilling drag racing action with a special combo race and family fun activities.
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