Today
in Bowling Green
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two people were arrested at a Highland Drive home on Wednesday for suspected drug trafficking—detectives from the Bowling Green-Warren County Drug Task Force obtained a search warrant and seized drugs, handguns, tablets, and cash during a surveillance investigation. Bowling Green Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Claire Lanham, the first Buddy House student in WKU’s SAV-Y program, began classes Tuesday and met sorority sisters at Alpha Gamma Delta. She also won a $1,000 Beyond Limits scholarship from the Down Syndrome Center of South Central Kentucky & her enrollment hopes to open more opportunities for students with Down syndrome. Bowling Green Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Warren County is under a burn ban ordered by Judge Executive Doug Gorman due to extreme dryness — anyone who violates the order will face fines ranging from $50 to $500. WBKO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Joseph Ross—Logan County attorney—was named to a new 10-member Child Support Advisory Council created by Attorney General Russell Coleman to advise on child support services. The council will guide efforts to improve policies and training to help Kentucky families. WBKO
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ini and Mini are a bonded pair of gentle cats available for adoption at the Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society. They are good with children—though they prefer homes without dogs and with a calm environment to relax in. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WNKY News 40 Television airs a feel-good piece on the Aerobatic National Championship at Russellville Logan County Airport—where skilled pilots perform daring maneuvers. Reporter Gus Warren explains that the story shows a fresh side of local aviation excitement. WNKY
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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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WKU Volleyball vs. Indiana
12:30 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Free entry — Catch the excitement as WKU Volleyball takes on Indiana in an afternoon match.
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Nevada Wolf Pack vs. WKU Hilltoppers Football
6-7:30 p.m. — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Cost info not provided — Show your team spirit at WKU's Parent & Family Weekend while cheering for the Hilltoppers.
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