Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Bowling Green.
Saturday marked the third annual Eats - Beats Music Fest during Duncan Hines Days with live music, over 20 food trucks and activities for children; organizers plan additional fun for today.
Sergeant Aaron Cox from the 101st Airborne Division died in Hungary on Thursday when he was injured in a vehicle accident during training for Exercise Saber Guardian 25—army officials said they are contacting his family and thanked Hungarian Allies for their support.
On Saturday morning, firefighters from Browning, Woodburn, Barren River, and Hadley responded to a structure fire near a home in the Browning district — they attacked the blaze for two hours with no injuries reported — and then wrapped up their response.
Area police have warned locals about scam text messages that claim you owe a traffic ticket and threaten penalties starting June 9 — officials say to delete the texts and block the sender.
An Allen County deputy fatally shot 42-year-old Joshua R.
Stanka while responding to a domestic disturbance at a residence on Shockley Road in Scottsville, and the Kentucky State Police are investigating the incident.
At a special Thursday evening meeting, the Caverna School Board reviewed proposed policy changes prompted by state legislation—discussing a new 30-day paid parental leave option, the move to traceable communication for teacher-student contact, and automatic enrollment in advanced coursework while deferring some changes to the Kentucky School Boards Association; the board accepted the changes with minor notes and will finalize details at its regular meeting on June 12.
South Warren Spartans rallied for a 6-5 win after overcoming an early three-run deficit when relief pitcher Mikey Coradini threw 7 2/3 innings — first baseman Gray Pearson drove in the game-winning run with a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the ninth inning.
The team will face Region 1 champion McCracken County today at noon CT in the state quarterfinals.
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.
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.
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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