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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • BGPD responded to a deadly motorcycle accident on Old Morgantown Road near the Registry Apartments just after 8 p.m.—the motorcyclist traveling west collided with a left-turning driver and later died at a local hospital.  WBKO
  • BGPD Public Information Officer Ronnie Ward said a man died in a motorcycle crash near the Registry Apartments just after 8 p.m.  WBKO

CRIME NEWS

  • Robert Lee Tomes, 36, of Scottsville, accused of killing Levi Parrish on Jan. 17th, 2024 at Allen County Detention Center, was ruled competent to stand trial by Allen Circuit Judge Mark Thurmond after a psychiatric evaluation found he understood the court process & a pretrial conference is set for May 20.  Bowling Green Daily News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Multiple road construction projects in the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 area affect travel from May 4 through May 9. In Bowling Green, motorists face lane closures, lowered speed limits on U.S. 231, and altered traffic patterns at the Interstate 165 bridge restoration & highway interchange work while similar projects in Edmonson, Monroe and Warren Counties may also impact local routes.  WNKY

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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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.

    Sun, 5/18/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/23/25

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  • Bowling Green Hot Rods vs. Jersey Shore BlueClaws

    6:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Ticket purchase required — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball in a vibrant atmosphere.

    Tue, 6/3/25

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