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in Bowling Green
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green is hosting thousands of extra visitors today for Holley LS Fest, and transportation officials warn that busy roads such as U.S. 31-W Bypass — Louisville Road will see delays as crowds near Beech Bend Raceway grow. WNKY
- ➤ Meet Scarlett, a friendly pet who loves head scratches and playing with cats, dogs, and children but not chickens—she is available for adoption at Simpson County Animal Shelter and anyone interested in fostering her is urged to visit the shelter or call 270 586 3125 today. WNKY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A juvenile died from injuries sustained in a house fire on Loving Way in Bowling Green on September 5th. WBKO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Quinton Hampton, 39, pleaded guilty on Wednesday afternoon in Warren Circuit Court to first-degree manslaughter for the fatal shooting at Brookwood Mobile Home Park — he accepted consecutive 10-year sentences totaling a 30-year term and will return on November 25 for final sentencing. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Police arrested Thomas J. Orlando after a deadly shooting on Thursday night in Park City—officers found one victim dead on the 5000 block of Old Bowling Green Road and said he now remains at the detention center facing charges of murder tied to domestic violence and wanton endangerment. WBKO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The WKU Music Department is set to celebrate a busy fall season as it will offer over 100 concerts, recitals and clinics featuring the Big Red Marching Band, WKU Choirs, Jazz Band and Symphony. The department will mark milestone anniversaries—PCAL’s 60th and WKU Bands’ 100th—and welcome a new freshman class in August. SOKY Happenings
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SKYCTC’s nursing program was named the top nursing program in Kentucky by RegisteredNursing.org— it has a 100% NCLEX pass rate and gives hands-on training at its Bowling Green and Glasgow campuses. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky will face Toledo today at 6 p.m. on ESPN+ in its first road game after wins over Sam Houston and North Alabama. The Hilltoppers aim to repeat last year's comeback and must build their own momentum under clear skies. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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Funky Disco Ball Painting Night
7-9 p.m. — White Squirrel Brewery — Ticket includes $5 drink voucher — Create a vibrant disco ball masterpiece while sipping your favorite brew.
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