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Friday, October 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Today's key updates include expected high temperatures in the 70s, a call for community support to the Red Cross, a scheduled county outdoor warning system test, and a reminder for WKU Hilltopper fans to wear red at today's football game against UTEP.  WNKY
  • Bowling Green's first emergency animal veterinary clinic is opening with initial hours from 6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 13-15.  WNKY
  • Three women with personal connections to addiction collaborate to make their community more recovery-ready by raising awareness and providing resources.  WCLU Radio
  • The Boo's and Brews event, offering free admission to watch John Carpenter classics at the Capitol Theatre, is highlighted on News 40's Sunrise Spotlight.  WNKY

CRIME NEWS

  • A Franklin man was arrested after being found passed out in his vehicle with expired tags and illegal items, facing multiple charges including obstructing a highway and possession of marijuana.  WNKY

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Wawa, a popular convenience store, plans to open its first Bowling Green location at a 19-acre development near the National Corvette Museum, marking a significant development in the Exit 28 corridor.  WNKY
  • Fruit of the Loom announced global layoffs, affecting its Warren County headquarters, as part of a business restructuring to adapt to market demands.  WBKO

SPORTS NEWS

  • WKU's Don McHenry and Tyrone Marshall Jr. earn Preseason All-Conference USA honors, with the Hilltoppers projected to finish second in the conference.  WBKO
  • Alexis Mead, senior guard for WKU women's basketball, was named to the Preseason All-Conference USA Team and is leading the team into the season with high expectations.  WNKY
  • Warren Central Dragons Athletics Department competes in T-Mobile's Friday Night 5G Lights contest to win a multi-million dollar facilities upgrade.  WNKY

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Pup-kin 5k Run/Walk

    Experience a family-friendly spooky race featuring bouncy houses, pumpkin-flavored treats, and costume contests at Michael O Buchanon Park.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • WKU Soccer vs. Sam Houston: Mental Health Awareness Game

    Experience the final regular season game of the Hilltopper Soccer team while highlighting the importance of mental health with the community.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • WKU Volleyball vs. New Mexico State Aggies

    Experience an exciting women's volleyball matchup between the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers and the New Mexico State Aggies at the E.A. Diddle Arena.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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