Monday, October 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green's 2024 fall leaf pickup program will start with individual requests on Oct. 14 and switch to zone-based pickups on Oct. 28, with a deadline of Dec. 26 for regular pickups. WBKO
- ➤ Young entrepreneurs showcased their businesses at Ruby Branch Farms during the Kids Fest Fall Festival, aiming to gain first-hand business experience and learn the value of hard work and money management. WBKO
- ➤ Dr. Abraham Williams, the longstanding executive director of the Housing Authority of Bowling Green, passed away at 75, leaving a legacy of helping underprivileged people find homes and enhancing educational opportunities for their children. WBKO
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ First responders launched a search operation on Barren River for a person reported missing since Saturday afternoon. Bowling Green Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY, will host the 2nd Annual ‘Anime-Fest’ on Oct. 20, featuring vendors, video games, cosplay contests, and notable voice actors Laurie Hymes and Katelyn Barr. WBKO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A cold front in Bowling Green, KY, will lower temperatures significantly this week, urging residents to protect outdoor plants from frost. WBKO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 40 state attorneys general, including Kentucky's, urge Congress to mandate surgeon general's warnings on social media to protect youth. Spectrum News 1
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.'
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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