Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of August.
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🏘️ Community
A local nonprofit is set to launch the Disability Dance Inclusive Social series with a tailgate party — organized with Warren County Parks and Recreation — to bring accessible fun for people with disabilities in Bowling Green.
A Bowling Green nonprofit has revived inclusive social events for people with disabilities by launching the new Disability Dance Inclusive Social series (including an upcoming tailgate party in partnership with Warren County Parks and Recreation).
The event will bring local community members together.
Bowling Green Habitat ReStore is celebrating its 20th anniversary today with events at its store (located near downtown) that showcase two decades of community service and affordable home goods.
The occasion reflects the longstanding support for neighbors and volunteer efforts.
🎭 Culture
Southern Kentucky Hospitality Association has returned to the Kentucky State Fair for the first time in over 25 years with a BGKY-area booth showcasing hotels, restaurants, and local attractions.
Attendees can join giveaways + win a free overnight stay and fair admission as the fair celebrates America’s 250th anniversary.
On Thursday, Aug. 27, Lattes & Live Beats held a coffee rave at downtown Bowling Green’s Mill House Cafe.
Quiet Desperado Entertainment provided upbeat music as young professionals enjoyed lively conversation and BGYP membership reached 210.
📰 Economy
Barren County Economic Authority broke ground today on a 60,000 sqft industrial facility at *South Cooper Industrial Park* in Glasgow. *Scott, Murphy and Daniel* will lead construction with completion expected in early 2027 to add flexible space for manufacturing, distribution and logistics.
🏥 Health
A Bowling Green family uses vehicle signs to share suicide prevention and mental health messages after losing daughter Allison in 2020.
Denise Ayers said the tribute encourages those in crisis to call or text 988 & shows that help is available.
🏈 Sports
Western Kentucky's coach Hank Plona announced on Thursday the signing of freshman forward Joseph Adebayo (6-foot-10) to the 2026-27 men's basketball roster, following his prep year at Putnam Science Academy in Connecticut, and he is expected to energize play at Diddle Arena.
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