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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bowling Green joins the Kentucky Garden Trail, featuring 12 notable gardens across nine counties with a passport program for visitor engagement.  WNKY
  • This year's Harvest Festival, featuring free kids' activities, live music, and local food, will be held on October 19th at Fountain Square Park, Circus Square Park, and Soky Marketplace.  WNKY
  • The Relay For Life of South Central Kentucky successfully raises funds for cancer research, highlighted in News 40's Community Driven segment.  WNKY

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A woman is hospitalized after a hit-and-run on Scottsville Road, with police actively searching for the involved vehicle.  Bowling Green Daily News

CRIME NEWS

  • Kentucky State Police are seeking information on Salathiel Shannon, 48, who fled following a traffic stop for expired tags and provided false identification details.  WNKY
  • An 18-year-old named Tanner May was arrested for his involvement in a shooting incident on Chestnut Street in Bowling Green, where several houses were hit but no injuries reported.  WBKO

CULTURE NEWS

  • Bowling Green's Rowdy Shea captures attention on NBC's 'The Voice,' securing two chair turns and picking Gwen Stefani as his coach.  WNKY

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The staff senate awarded outstanding staff, discussed monthly agendas, and featured guest speakers on veteran student support and digital parking pass technology.  College Heights Herald

EVENTS

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  • Big Bucks Racing at Beechbend Raceway Park

    Experience thrilling races with a guaranteed $10,000 prize each day at Beechbend Raceway Park.

    Fri, 10/4/24

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  • WKU Hilltoppers vs. UTEP Miners Football Game

    Experience an exciting Thursday night football matchup as the WKU Hilltoppers take on the UTEP Miners with a spirited 'Red Out' theme for fans.

    Thu, 10/10/24

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  • The 7th Annual Nostalgia Fall Classic Drag Racing Event

    Experience thrilling nostalgia drag racing, a vibrant car show, and a swap meet filled with classic automotive culture at Beechbend Raceway Park.

    Fri, 10/11/24

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  • 2024 Mental Health and Aging Conference

    Learn about the impact of mental health on the aging population at this informative conference designed for healthcare professionals.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Downtown BGKY Harvest Festival - Family Fun and Community Spirit

    Experience an exciting day filled with kids' activities, live music, local food, and cultural celebrations at the annual Downtown BGKY Harvest Festival.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Bowling Green Anime-Fest 2024

    Experience a vibrant celebration of anime culture and collectibles at the Bowling Green Anime-Fest, set in the scenic National Corvette Museum.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • DIVAS Book Club Meeting

    Join the DIVAS Book Club to explore themes in 'The Silent Patient' and select the next book, 'Everything I Never Told You.'

    Mon, 10/21/24

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  • Ethiopian Cooking Class at SoKY Marketplace

    Experience a hands-on Ethiopian cooking class where you can learn to prepare traditional dishes while enjoying a social atmosphere.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • SCCA Time Trial Nationals - An Exciting Racing Competition

    Experience thrilling on-track competition over three days, complete with multiple scoring opportunities, a participant party, and a concluding podium ceremony.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • WKU Symphony's 10th Annual Halloween Concert

    Experience a captivating evening of symphonic music featuring iconic pieces from Hermann's 'Music from Psycho', Shchedrin's 'Carmen Suite excerpts', and Mahler's Symphony No. 2.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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