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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the SOKY Fair hosted an early event for foster kids in Bowling Green through a community partnership with Toys for Tots, Flora Templeton Stuart and the Jaycees, offering a quick dinner, school supplies plus $10 for each child to spend on the fairgrounds. WNKY
- ➤ Recovery in Unity Block Party — set for September 6 at 1406 US 31W — will invite local residents to join in supporting recovery efforts. WNKY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Detective Kyle Scharlow testified that a cell phone linked to the alleged shooter pinged near the Martin Auto Mart on June 24—just before manager Robert Dark was fatally shot before noon on June 25—while police later arrested Donald Swain in Louisville on July 10 and a preliminary hearing found probable cause to refer the case to a grand jury. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ A Bowling Green man aged 45, identified as Jerry Tipton, was arrested on Wednesday when police responded to a domestic disturbance—residents said he was yelling, threatened a woman with a gun and knife, and strangled her, and he now faces charges of second degree strangulation, first degree unlawful imprisonment, and third degree sexual abuse. WNKY
- ➤ A Franklin man, Brandon Roberts, 54, was arrested for leaving the scene of an accident on the 3100 block of Johns Loop Road around 11:50 a.m. Wednesday after chasing and striking a motorcycle rider whose bike had been revved near his home — police said. WNKY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scientists uncovered a new shark species, Macadens olsoni, in Mammoth Cave’s Ste. Genevieve Formation which has rock layers from 335 to 340 million years ago — linking the find to a time when a warm, shallow sea covered the region. The small shark had a curved tooth whorl and was named to honor both the cave and retired park scientist Rickard Olson — a discovery that advances our understanding of ancient marine life. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
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In-Person EMDR Basic Training by Gray Manis
August 1-3 — Bowling Green, Kentucky — Contact for details — Comprehensive EMDR training for licensed mental health professionals includes lectures and live demonstrations.
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Winston-Salem Dash at Bowling Green Hot Rods
1-4 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — VIP Packages available — Experience exciting minor league baseball with premium seating and exclusive perks.
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Winston-Salem Dash at Bowling Green Hot Rods
3:05 – 4:35 PM — Bowling Green Ballpark — VIP tickets available — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball with VIP options that enhance your game day experience.
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Greensboro Grasshoppers at Bowling Green Hot Rods
1-4 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Tickets required — Catch a thrilling baseball game featuring the Greensboro Grasshoppers facing off against the Bowling Green Hot Rods.
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Sam Houston State Bearkats vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Football Game
6-7:30 p.m. — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Cheer on the Hilltoppers as they kick off their season against the Bearkats.
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Bowling Green Sprint Triathlon
7:30-10 a.m. — Preston Miller Park Disc Golf Course — Registration fee applies — Celebrate your love for triathlons with a fun sprint race in the park.
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