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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This morning, Bacon from News 40 Sunrise was adopted and now joins a new family (sponsored by Morgantown Bank and Trust). WNKY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Randy Huff, owner of local car dealerships, was sentenced on Wednesday to 18 months in federal prison for odometer tampering—he replaced instrument clusters on dozens of vehicles so that drivers received lower mileage readings and was ordered to pay $40,000 in restitution. Bowling Green Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nguyen Ngoc Minh Nguyen, a 2024 WKU graduate, was awarded a Fulbright US Student Grant & will serve as an English Teaching Assistant in Taiwan during the upcoming academic year, representing the United States as a cultural ambassador. WBKO
- ➤ Two local high school teams won top honors in Envirothon, an environmental science contest where students worked on tests in soils, forestry, aquatics, and wildlife. Gatton Academy’s team took first overall among 38 teams statewide — while the Greenwood High FFA team tied for first in one contest area and will compete internationally in Canada in July. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ WKU student Mykah Carden was awarded the 2025 Udall Undergraduate Scholarship — the only Kentucky winner this year and the first from WKU since 2010. She will use the $7000 award for academic expenses as she studies Geology and prepares for further education. WNKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Operation P.R.I.D.E. board members, local veterans, and city and county officials held a ribbon‐cutting ceremony at the new I-165 Gateway near the Morgantown Road exit on May 23 — the city’s fifth such gateway along I-65 and I-165 — marking a milestone for Bowling Green. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Today, Bowling Green purchased three homes from residents who suffered flood damage in April to help them recover and prevent future losses — Marshall Beach said his family was thankful for the city’s timely support. WNKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ PAWSH, a new animal hospital in Bowling Green, has opened its doors to provide dental care, pet surgeries, and vaccinations to meet growing pet needs from the pandemic (Dr. Adrienne Price noted the increased demand during COVID). The hospital will host an open house on June 14 for volunteers and groomers (aiming to build lasting community ties) as it starts serving local families. WNKY
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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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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.
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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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Bowling Green Hot Rods vs. Hub City Spartanburgers
6:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Tickets starting at $20 — Catch the thrilling baseball action as the Hot Rods face off against the Spartanburgers.
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