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in Bowling Green
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families gathered at Bowling Green Ballpark for the Blockbusters at the Ballpark event this past weekend where they watched a free screening of Captain America: Brave New World. Organizers announced the next event will show Wicked in October. WNKY
- ➤ Feeding America Kentucky's Heartland signed a lease for a 12,000 square foot warehouse in Bowling Green to store food for many partners—full operations will begin in October and an event will take place on September 9 to introduce the new center. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ramsey Theatre Company and the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center have launched AcTOURS—its new touring theatre program—to bring live performances to schools. The tour will present the 45-minute play Vexing Verses with a cast discussion for middle and high school students, and bookings are open from Sept. 22 to Oct. 28. WNKY
- ➤ Nationally renowned poet Diego Perez—known as yung pueblo—will speak at The Capitol on Oct. 2 from 6 to 7 p.m. where Warren County Public Library will offer 200 copies of his new book 'How to Love Better' on a first-come, first-serve basis. Bowling Green Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Amy and David Chandler Hall opened on Monday for WKU students starting classes in the Gordon Ford College of Business. The new building cost $100 million and features updated technology—such as Zoom classrooms and Bloomberg terminals—to support learning and student success. College Heights Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Beshear designated bromazolam as a Schedule 1 controlled substance on Monday—this emergency ban follows its link to 48 overdose deaths in 2024 and gives law enforcement new authority to arrest those selling the drug. WNKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Graves Gilbert Clinic marks World Breast Cancer Research Day by discussing new ways to customize cancer surgery and screening. The clinic said doctors use risk assessments plus AI to catch breast cancer early and plan better care. WNKY
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Jack came into the shelter as a stray and is now ready to join a loving family—he enjoys snuggles, gets along well with other dogs, and is gentle with children. The Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society encourages animal lovers to consider adopting this sweet pet. WNKY
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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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