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in Bowling Green
Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Menard’s in Bowling Green is hosting a food drive this month to benefit a church-run food bank — shoppers may purchase groceries in-store as donations that will support the community until the end of October. WBKO
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society said that on Saturday afternoon a young deer fell into a 15-foot sinkhole and responders from the shelter, the Fire Department — along with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife — sedated and safely removed the animal before releasing it into the wild. WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Western Kentucky University public relations class is working with 20 senior majors to complete 40 free marketing projects for about 30 Bowling Green companies and nonprofits—helping local businesses boost their social media, podcasting, and event campaigns. Instructor Steven Momorella said the agency model gives students real-world experience while offering needed support to the community. Bowling Green Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky’s women’s tennis team had a strong start at the Middle Tennessee Fall Invitational at the Adams Tennis Complex in Murfreesboro on Friday, winning six of seven singles matches against Miami Ohio and two of three doubles matches against SEMO. They returned on Saturday for additional singles and doubles matches at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 4 p.m. — coach Greg Davis said the singles wins showed promise as the team tested different doubles pairings for spring. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky’s volleyball team defeated Louisiana Tech 3-0 on Saturday in Ruston — securing its 98th straight regular-season conference win and tying a NCAA Division I record for fourth all-time streak. The team recorded a season-low three hitting errors while improving its offensive performance with 47 total kills and a .518 hitting percentage. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ At Nick Denes Field today, the Louisville Slugger Warriors— a national amputee baseball team of military veterans, active-duty members, wounded warriors and college players—played against the WKU Hilltoppers, inspiring local fans with their story of perseverance. Representatives from the Louisville Slugger Museum also showed game-used bats and mentioned the new documentary, Curveballs: Secrets to the Game of Life, which will reach more viewers soon. WBKO
- ➤ Western Kentucky's women's tennis team finished the second day of the Middle Tennessee Fall Invitational on Saturday in Murfreesboro by winning six of seven singles matches against SEMO and four of six doubles matches against teams from Miami Ohio and Middle Tennessee. The Lady Toppers will finish the tournament today at the Adams Tennis Complex — facing Tennessee State in doubles at 9 a.m. CT and singles against Lipscomb at 10:30 a.m. CT. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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WKU Homecoming Football Game
2:30 – 4:00 PM — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Homecoming as the Hilltoppers take on New Mexico State, and don't forget to wear red!
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WKU Volleyball vs. Delaware
12:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Cost Info not provided — Watch the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers take on the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens in women's volleyball action.
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