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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green and Warren County officials are finalizing plans for Duncan Hines Days—a weeklong celebration honoring the local food influencer—with nearly all events free for the community. New activities include a Fountain Square Nostalgic Block Party on Sunday, June 1 and a screening of Dolly Parton’s 9-to-5 movie on Monday, June 2. WBKO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jury selection is underway in Warren County as three men—led by 54-year-old Steve Lawson, charged with conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with evidence—face trial in the case of Bardstown mother Crystal Rogers, who disappeared ten years ago and is presumed dead. WBKO
- ➤ Two men aged 21-year-old and 22-year-old were indicted last week for stealing eight new Corvettes from the General Motors Bowling Green Assembly Plant, and all the stolen vehicles have been recovered while one man awaits arraignment Tuesday and the other remains in custody in Michigan. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ A Bowling Green man was charged with multiple crimes after he robbed a Speedway gas station at 1220 Broadway Ave just after 1 p.m. Saturday, May 24 — police said Patrick Franklin ignored orders, smashed items, and hit an employee, which led officers to deploy a taser and arrest him. WNKY
- ➤ Logan County Sheriff’s Office is searching for missing teen Javeah Stovall (16) who was last seen with another juvenile near Franklin Road in Russellville on May 26 and is believed to have been wearing a white shirt, black shorts, and black and white Nike Panda Dunks. WNKY
- ➤ Jury selection was completed late Tuesday morning at the Warren County Justice Center for Steven Eugene Lawson's trial in the case of Crystal Rogers, who was last seen alive on July 3. Lawson, 54 of Chaplin, is charged with conspiracy to commit murder + tampering with physical evidence and his trial is set for next month. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ A jury was selected in the first trial in the Crystal Rogers case — starting with 37 potential jurors — as several individuals were dismissed for various reasons. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Barren County Trojanettes beat Franklin-Simpson 11-8 in a game where they rallied from an early deficit at WKU’s softball field. Myatt led the team with three hits and three RBI—key plays that helped secure the win. WCLU Radio
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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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