Today
in Bowling Green
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green Parks and Rec is hosting a trunk-or-treat at Preston Miller Park on Oct. 23 for $30 per reservation—funds that will help cover new uniforms, travel expenses, and other needs for Special Olympics athletes. The department is also seeking donors, participants in the 5th Unified Swing Golf Scramble, and volunteers for the regional Special Olympics bowling tournament. WNKY
- ➤ On Oct. 1, Goodwill Kentucky held its annual Giving Day campaign and raised nearly $100K from more than 850 donors through golf scrambles — including one in Bowling Green — and local fundraisers. The funds will support career coaching, job training and education programs to help Kentuckians overcome challenges. WNKY
- ➤ A western Kentucky woman won the $50,000 top prize on a Kentucky Lottery scratch-off ticket after she kept it under her pillow until claiming it at lottery headquarters—her son had encouraged her to play at Pal’s in Oak Grove. She said she will use part of her winnings to help pay for her grandchildren’s college and her church’s van. WNKY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tamburrino’s Pizzeria held a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday to mark its official opening for dine-in and takeout after a soft opening period—fulfilling the dream of owners Brian and Michelle Tamburrino who started the business as a takeout in a small kitchen. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Capitol — a historic theater now run by Warren County Public Library — will host free events starting Oct 27 with bestselling author Lauren Tarshis giving a talk and handing out 500 copies of her new book, and it will feature Kentucky author Silas House on Nov 4 with free ticket giveaways. The venue will also show the cult classic film TIME WARP on Halloween with a live shadow cast performance for an adult audience. SOKY Happenings
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Warren County Public Library is using the SOKY Center as a business incubator for health and wellness, offering donation-based movement classes and free programs like Memory Café. Manager Gretchen Mitchell said the space at 636 Center Street supports food ventures, exercise sessions, and community events—helping local residents get active and connect. SOKY Happenings
- ➤ Med Center Health’s Bluegrass Outpatient Center now offers lymphedema treatment for patients who show signs like swelling, tight skin and pain after cancer treatments—using gentle massage, special wrapping, exercises and light cupping to improve movement and comfort; treatment is available in Bowling Green and nearby areas. SOKY Happenings
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Morehead State University has hired first-year head coach Ashton Feldhaus to lead its women’s basketball team and continue a storied family legacy in Kentucky basketball—she will open the season against Kentucky on Nov. 3 at Memorial Coliseum. Feldhaus is the nation’s youngest Division I coach and carries on a family tradition that includes longtime local figures in the sport. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The WKU Lady Toppers finished in a tie for third — senior Sydney Hackett claimed a share of the individual championship at the Mercedes Benz Intercollegiate in Knoxville on Tuesday. The team rose from a 10th place start in round one to tie for the second best team round score in program history with a 5-under par 279. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ WKU Baseball head coach Marc Rardin joined News 40’s Cole Scott on Topper Tuesday to preview the upcoming Heroes on the Hill events—Friday’s free screening of the documentary Curveballs in the Dero Downing Student Union Auditorium and Saturday’s game against the Louisville Slugger Warriors. The events are sponsored by Franklin Bank & Trust and open to the public. WNKY
- ➤ Franklin-Simpson freshman Kami Steward scored three goals to help the Lady Wildcats win the District 13 Girls’ Soccer Tournament championship on Monday at Russellville High School, and Kaylee Barrow, MacKenzie Davidson, Addy McKinney, Bianca Morales, Ava Holland Lilly Ferguson, Briseida Valencia and Sadie Blair also contributed. The team advances to play in the Region 4 Tournament starting Sunday at South Warren High School. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky senior goalkeeper Maddie Davis, freshman forward Makenna Egan, and sophomore defender Abby Wiedermann were named Conference USA Players of the Week after WKU’s 2-0 road trip last week—Davis earned two shutouts, Egan scored the winning goal, and Wiedermann made key defensive plays. WKU coach Jason Neidell said the awards reflected the team’s hard work and resolve. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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WKU Volleyball vs. UTEP
12:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Free entry — Catch the WKU Volleyball team in action against the University of Texas at El Paso.
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Spooky Floral Pumpkin Painting Night
7-9 p.m. — White Squirrel Brewery — $5 drink voucher included — Create a spooky yet chic pumpkin masterpiece while enjoying beverages and the Halloween spirit.
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