Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
Good morning, Bowling Green.
Resident Ashley Yawn and partners will drive their Twisted Sisters Brunch and Lunch food truck to London on Memorial Day to deliver meals and essential supplies to storm victims after Friday’s deadly storms.
They plan to serve 700 to 900 people (at the Wildcat Harley-Davidson dealership) and are using community donations (with about $700 raised) to support recovery efforts.
Last weekend, violent tornadoes hit London and left at least 19 people dead while a mobile home park near the airport took heavy damage—one resident said the wind nearly lifted him into the air.
Local volunteers and officials from FEMA and SBA helped survivors as damage assessments continued.
Toys for Tots expanded its pilot program for nursing home residents by working with directors at 29 facilities to drop off monthly care packages—programs that now serve seniors including many veterans.
The organization is asking for donations such as art supplies, toiletries, snacks and other items to keep the service going.
History lovers will see a battle reenactment at Phil Moore Park this Saturday the 24th at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.—the event will honor veterans and show the tactics used in Operation Dragoon.
Dr. Amy Sample, who served as principal at Saint Xavier High School, has been named Bowling Green Independent Schools' new director of instructional programs.
She will oversee curriculum and teacher resources—managing standards alignment, assessments and comprehensive improvement planning—to guide the district's educational initiatives.
Storms caused a power outage that affected over 3,000 households in Warren County — 899 in Woodburn and 2,600 in Bowling Green.
WNKY will provide updates tonight — on-air and via its Weather App.
In Bowling Green, EMS professionals are honored during National EMS Week (established in 1974) as local leaders stress safe driving and urge young people to consider emergency service careers amid a national staffing shortage; the week highlights EMS teams as vital mobile hospitals that deliver life-saving care.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bowling Green Hot Rods vs. Hub City Spartanburgers
6:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Tickets starting at $18 — Enjoy an exciting baseball match featuring the Bowling Green Hot Rods and Hub City Spartanburgers.
Speed Promotions $100k Small Tire Shootout
1 a.m. — Beechbend Raceway Park — Spectator Tickets Available — Experience thrilling races featuring stars from Street Outlaws No Prep Kings.
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