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in Bowling Green
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Goodwill Kentucky hosted a statewide golf scramble at Crosswinds Golf Course in Bowling Green that raised over $60,000 for programs to help Kentuckians find work—14 teams competed and received awards while enjoying raffle prizes. WBKO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WKU Student Support Services offers specialized programs that help students with disabilities and first-generation students meet their individual needs. The first-generation program will hold a conference on Nov. 14—15 with keynote speakers and workshops on leadership and college success. WBKO
- ➤ Western Kentucky University has named its new 120,000-square-foot multi-purpose building the Tim and Sarah Ford Fieldhouse to honor the Fords for their support of athletics and student life; the fieldhouse will open in December. WNKY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife reported an outbreak of Hemorrhagic Disease in white-tailed deer—553 reports statewide since Sept 22 have recorded 1,074 deer sick or dead—and the department asks anyone who sees a sick or dead deer to report it online. WBKO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On National Women's Health and Fitness Awareness Day, nurse practitioner Desiree Hughes from She-ology urged women to set daily health and fitness goals to manage stress, sleep, and hormonal issues—she stressed that working with a provider to build a long-term care plan is key to overall wellness. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Greenwood junior Kimber Jarboe led the Lady Gators to a 6-1 soccer win over North Hardin on Wednesday by scoring two goals, assisting another, and joining teammates who also scored while Caroline Drexel added a goal and two assists. Goalkeepers Laney Lockhart and Kensley Bryant made 10 saves (seven and three saves respectively) to boost Greenwood’s record to 9-7-1. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Bowling Green high school teams Greenwood and Warren Central are scheduled to meet in week six of football season. Both teams share the same record, district and town — News 40's Cole Scott said the matchup is set to be a classic local rivalry. WNKY
- ➤ Greenwood senior Justin Doran won the Gatorland Run on his home course at Phil Moore Park Saturday—he finished with a time of 16:01.20 and beat Cutler Embry by eight seconds. He said the win was special as it marked his final race. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ WKU football team will travel to Springfield on Saturday at 6 p.m. to play Missouri State Bears in a matchup that revives ties from past conferences, including local connections with Bears head coach Ryan Beard who played for WKU—bringing former teammates together on the field. WNKY
- ➤ Tanner Hall—former head football coach at Warren East—submitted his resignation letter to Principal Jonathan Vincent on Thursday morning after he was suspended for an allegation from August 7 that the Department of Community Based Services cleared. He said stepping down would let the team focus on growth and success this season. WNKY
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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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Sam Houston Bearkats vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Women's Volleyball
6:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Cost not specified — Catch the exciting match between the Bearkats and Hilltoppers in a spirited collegiate volleyball showdown.
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Downtown BGKY Harvest Festival 2025
11 AM – 4 PM — Fountain Row, 707 E Main Ave, Bowling Green, KY — Free admission — Celebrate the fall season with family-friendly activities, live music, and delicious local food trucks.
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WKU Lady Toppers vs. New Mexico State Aggies Women's Soccer
1 p.m. — WKU Soccer Complex — Check for admission details — Catch the WKU Lady Toppers in action against New Mexico State in a thrilling soccer showdown.
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Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Basketball
1-4 p.m. — Diddle Arena — Tickets from $45 — Experience the excitement of college basketball and witness future NBA stars in action.
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