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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bowling Green Fire Department at Station Six has installed a new Safe Haven Baby Box to let parents surrender newborns safely and anonymously. Officials say the system (the 53rd box in Kentucky) sends silent alarms so firefighters will respond in 90 seconds to care for the baby. WBKO
- ➤ The Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green will host the Hayward Minton Thunderfest Fireworks Show and Music Festival on Saturday, June 28 at Ephram White Park with gates opening at 3:00 p.m. Admission is $25 per carload and the family-friendly event—named to honor 103-year-old Hayward Minton with over 60 years of perfect attendance—will feature food trucks, live entertainment, a free Kids Zone and a fireworks show, with a rain date set for Sunday, June 29. SOKY Happenings
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Witnesses testified on day two of Steve Lawson's trial in Bowling Green on Wednesday— he faces charges in connection with the disappearance and presumed death of Crystal Rogers. The prosecution revealed fresh details about his son's alleged role in moving her car and will finish calling witnesses today— with the defense set to begin its case in the afternoon. WKYU-FM
- ➤ Steven Lawson’s trial for the disappearance of Crystal Rogers began Tuesday at the Warren County Justice Center and a jury of 12 was chosen from a pool of 37 candidates—Judge Charles Simms said the trial will last through Monday. The defense asked for a delay to review evidence, but the judge denied the request and the trial continues with only handwritten notes allowed. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ Bowling Green Police are seeking two suspects after surveillance footage showed two men in dark clothing breaking a window—only one entered a local business—on May 25 at 4 a.m., and police urge anyone with tips to call South Central Kentucky Crime Stoppers. WBKO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Western Kentucky University Center for Gifted Studies will honor over 300 students who excelled on above-level testing by the Talent Identification Program of Kentucky. The ceremony — set for Friday at the Van Meter Auditorium — will include about 180 students with family, friends and educators and feature remarks from Rep. Robert Duvall. Bowling Green Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On May 28th, the Medical Center at Bowling Green raised the final beam of its five-story High Street Tower during a ceremony where health staff signed the beam before it reached its final position— the tower will house women and children’s services including one of Kentucky’s largest obstetrics units. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The WKU baseball team left Bowling Green on Wednesday after clinching the Conference USA Championship over the Jax State Gamecocks and is now headed to the Oxford Regional at Ole Miss, where fans watched their departure at Diddle Arena. The team, which finished the season with 42 wins, will mark its fifth NCAA Regionals appearance tomorrow—continuing a journey that dates back to 2009. 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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Hooked on Driving Weekend at NCM Motorsports Park
Saturday, Jun 28th — NCM Motorsports Park — $325-$449 — Experience thrilling racing with expert guidance on one of the best tracks in the world.
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