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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ About 200 community members gathered on June 11 at the Russellville and Morgantown roads intersection to protest for the return of detained youth Ernesto Manuel Andres, 18, who was held in Louisiana after his detainment by ICE on June 4. Mayor Todd Alcott + local officials said they will aid Ernesto if his legal status is confirmed + they plan to work together after his bond hearing is set for June 18. College Heights Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Michigan residents allegedly stole a U-Haul truck and were stopped by Kentucky State Police on I-65 northbound at the Tennessee state line—troopers detected a strong marijuana odor, searched the vehicle, and found large quantities of suspected methamphetamine, fentanyl pills, marijuana and firearms, including one reported stolen, as both suspects were taken to jail. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WKU Bands celebrated their 100th anniversary on June 12th with a free concert held at 8 p.m. that featured music from Superman, 1940s swing tunes and Sousa marches; they will hold a second concert on June 21st to honor late former conductor Joe Sites with performances by former students and colleagues. College Heights Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Abigail Johns—a local SKYCTC and homeschool graduate—was named one of 40 recipients of the 2025 TVA Power Play Scholarship and will study nursing at Western Kentucky University this fall; she also received an Academic Scholarship from WKU. WNKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ With rising summer heat, experts warn that pets risk dangerous heat stroke if left in a parked car, as Adoption Manager Brandon Taylor from the Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society advises pet owners to cool their animals with water on thin-haired areas—ensuring pets never remain in a car even briefly to avoid life-threatening illness. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
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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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BG Wine Fest 2025
11 AM – 6 PM — Historic RailPark & Train Museum — Fundraiser for local community — Enjoy a variety of wines while supporting the Historic RailPark and Kentucky wineries.
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