Today
in Bowling Green
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Bowling Green will enjoy several free film showings at the Capitol throughout September as scheduled by the Warren County Public Library, with events including Forbidden Planet on Sept. 3 at 6:30 p.m., Friday the 13th Part VI on Sept. 4 at 7 p.m., and American Graffiti on Sept. 6 at 3:30 p.m. — concessions are available for purchase at 416 E. Main Ave. WNKY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Fiscal court magistrates in Warren County approved lowering the real property tax rate from 14.4 cents per $100 to 14 cents per $100 on Thursday—this move follows a rise in property values from 13.1 billion to 14.4 billion. Officials say the change meets revenue goals while the personal property tax rate remains unchanged. Bowling Green Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lady Raiders beat the Lady Spartans 3-2 at South Warren High School on August 28 with set scores of 25-22, 18-25, 25-22, 25-27, 15-13—showing a close five-set match that ended in a tight win for the Raiders. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky's volleyball team opened the season yesterday with two sweeps against Wright State and Loyola-Chicago by winning all three sets in each match for six straight set wins. Kaira Knox led the team (25 kills, 11 digs, 3 blocks) as the Hilltoppers earned their first victories of 2025. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ On August 28th, Aidan Smith hit two home runs and Marcus Johnson pitched six scoreless innings to lead the Bowling Green Hot Rods to an 8-2 win over the Greenville Drive at Fluor Field—boosting the team's record in South Atlantic League play. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Dave Herard did not start for Western Kentucky against Sam Houston but played many snaps and led the team with six tackles in a 41 to 24 win at Houchens-Smith Stadium—he plans to build on his effort when the Hilltoppers host North Alabama at 6 p.m. today. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Greenwood Gators hosted the Warren East Raiders in Bowling Green on Friday at 7 p.m.—their first home matchup since 2019. Greenwood looked to avenge a 21-14 loss from last season as coach William Howard said his team needed key adjustments to counter the Raiders' spread game plan. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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Fall National M-WTCA Conference
All day — Holiday Inn University Plaza — Mention 'MTC' for hotel block discount — Engage with professionals at this essential fall conference in Bowling Green.
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Transformed by The Trials
11 PM – 1 AM — Bowling Green, KY — Proceeds benefit Pita’s Place — Experience powerful testimonies and soul-stirring music that inspire transformation.
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Warren Central Dragon Classic
5:35 p.m. — Warren Central High School — Free entry — Witness local marching bands compete in an exciting showcase of talent.
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