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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brian Roy was appointed vice president of development at the Center for Courageous Kids, where he will lead donor relations, fundraising strategy, and community partnerships. He served as senior director of camping services at a YMCA camp in Vermont and worked at the Tampa Metropolitan YMCA. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Jim and Darlene Johnson were honored as South Central Kentuckians of the Year by the Community Foundation of South Central Kentucky on May 15 — an award that recognizes their 65 years of service in Bowling Green through business, charitable, and community organizations. Bowling Green Daily News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Severe storms swept through parts of Kentucky on Friday, leaving at least 14 people dead in the southeast and causing injuries in Laurel County—rescue crews continue searching for survivors. Spectrum News 1
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green High School junior Cayden Dunn was chosen for the Governor’s Scholars Program in 2025 — he is the son of Meca and Corey Dunn and the grandson of Yvonne Bryant Williams, all from Bowling Green. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Clarence Calhoun IV of Bowling Green will attend the National Youth Leadership Forum: Pathways to STEM at Vanderbilt University this summer. He was nominated by his science teacher (Ms. Gretchen Hines) and is active in school clubs, Little League baseball, and other programs. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Kierra Chandler of Bowling Green earned a doctorate of education degree from Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, Tenn—at the conclusion of the spring 2025 semester. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ BGISD employees will receive a 4% raise when the board of education approves the tentative budget on Monday, May 19—this plan, costing about $1.2 million, also sets aside $450,000 for bus replacements and $165,000 for a new daycare to meet staffing needs. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Area high school seniors were awarded Independence Bank scholarships based on academic and community achievements—Ryan Loairs from Greenwood High School received the $5,000 Guy Reisz Scholarship and Aiden Stathers of Bowling Green High School was named a $500 Charles Reid Finalist among 71 recipients selected from over 460 applications. Bowling Green Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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Natasha Neely Tribute Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Capitol — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a heartfelt tribute to Dolly Parton with Natasha Neely and her Nashville band.
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Annual Glen Russelburg Draft Horse Championship Pull
9:00 a.m. — L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center — Admission details not specified — Experience the excitement of pony and horse pulling competitions.
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Bowling Green Hot Rods vs. Hub City Spartanburgers
6:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Tickets from $18 — Enjoy an exciting minor league baseball game with the Bowling Green Hot Rods taking on the Hub City Spartanburgers.
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