Today
in Bowling Green
Monday, August 18th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A federal jury trial is set for December 2 in the lawsuit brought by Timothy Heston, who claims a former KSP trooper and two jail staff used excessive force during his 2019 arrest—Heston alleges the trooper punched and kicked him while he was handcuffed—and a final pretrial conference will occur on November 5. Bowling Green Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The new WHAS Crusade for Children AAC Lending Library at WKU's Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex opened on August 17 and now lends over 100 AAC devices for free 14-day loans to those with communication challenges—appointments are required. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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North Alabama Lions vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Football
6-7:30 p.m. — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers as they face off against the North Alabama Lions in this exciting football matchup.
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Asheville Tourists vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods
12:05-1:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Ticket required — Catch the action as the Asheville Tourists take on the Bowling Green Hot Rods in this exciting baseball match.
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Holley MoParty
1:00 AM – 12:59 AM — Beechbend Raceway Park — Check website for details — Join a thrilling automotive celebration filled with activities and excitement.
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WKU Volleyball vs. Vanderbilt
6:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Check site for ticket info — Witness an exciting matchup as WKU Volleyball takes on Vanderbilt.
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