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in Bowling Green
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Turning Point USA at WKU will host a candlelight vigil on South Lawn at 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25 to honor Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated on Sept. 10 during a public appearance at Utah Valley University — community members are invited to bring their own candle. WNKY
- ➤ Med Center Health will host its 46th 10K Classic this Saturday at the Bowling Green Ballpark with races including a 10K, 5K run/walk, wheelchair race and Children’s Classic. The event features new courses starting at eighth Street and finishing in the ballpark—organizers advise runners to hydrate and eat light foods in the hot weather. WNKY
- ➤ A car wash is set for Saturday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Burger King at 731 Campbell Lane to raise funds for Parker Bennett Community Center—donations will support the Girl Wonder Program and the Miss Parker Bennett Pageant. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ashlee Wilson and Shelby Offutt discussed this year’s Tobacco and Heritage Festival in Logan County during Wednesday’s broadcast on Sunrise Spotlight—sharing plans that celebrate local tobacco history and heritage. WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Bowling Green High School seniors, Finley Hondorp and Kollin Hsieh, have been named National Merit semifinalists and will compete for scholarships from a pool of 26 million dollars in April. School officials said their hard work has paid off — a milestone fewer than 1% of students reach — as they look forward to future opportunities. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Western Kentucky women’s golf team finished third at the Badger Invitational in Madison on Tuesday—senior Sydney Hackett finished second with a score of 208 while freshman Leah Edwards placed 10th. Coach Adam Gary said the team learned key lessons from the tournament and will compete at the Mason Rudolph Intercollegiate at Vanderbilt starting Friday. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Patriots won 3-2 over Edmonson County as Tyler Shaw scored a goal and helped with an assist—Sadraka Fachhai and Jan Lopez-Magana each scored while goalkeeper Madison Vick made six saves. Other teams won in soccer and volleyball, and several matches are set for later this week. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Kayden York returned from injury and scored two touchdowns while gaining 125 total yards against Bowling Green. He led the Spartans with 79 rushing yards and 46 receiving yards — South Warren will face Hopkinsville on Sept. 19. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Warren East sophomore setter Madelyn Hoffman led the Lady Raiders with a 3-0 win in Friday’s quarterfinal and a 3-1 win in Saturday’s semifinal that pushed the team to the Kentucky 2A state championship game—though they fell to Lexington Catholic in the title match. She earned all-tournament honors and the team will play again on Tuesday at Allen County-Scottsville. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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Gov't Mule Performance
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Tickets available — Experience a night of rock with the acclaimed band Gov't Mule featuring Warren Haynes.
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Relay for Life 2025
3-8 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Donations appreciated — Participate in a community walk to fight cancer with hope and remembrance.
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WKU Football vs. FIU Panthers
7-11 p.m. — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Hilltoppers during their annual Black Out game against the Panthers.
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Puppy Pals Live Show
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Tickets required — Experience the thrill as talented rescue dogs showcase astonishing tricks in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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