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in Bowling Green
Monday, October 27th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Food pantries in Bowling Green have seen a surge in demand amid the government shutdown as families grow fearful about losing SNAP benefits—local providers reported increases in visits and emergency food boxes while warning that services may be overwhelmed if federal assistance is not restored soon. Community groups stress that rising need could strain resources further if the shutdown continues. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Hundreds of families gathered at Fountain Square on Saturday for Scare on the Square with trick-or-treat booths, bouncy castles, and a 3:30 p.m. costume contest. Seventeen-year-old Justine Hester ran a booth to hand out candy and collect books for her Eagle Scout project—then the event closed with a community 'Thriller' dance led by Ryan Dearbone. College Heights Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Andy Beshear announced that KYTC will distribute $5.6 million in grants to six rail companies to improve safety and infrastructure. The KIASI program, which shares 50% of project costs, set aside $7.5 million yearly—leaving room for more firms to apply. WBKO
- ➤ WNKY 40 Television in Bowling Green has announced an open Traffic Assistant position to create traffic logs and commercial copy for broadcast TV and to support daily tasks under the Traffic Manager. Applicants must have strong PC skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure—interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Human Resources at Marquee Broadcasting Kentucky. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The annual Pride Festival in Bowling Green featured vendors—music, drag queens and performances—that offered a lively celebration for the local community. WBKO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ This week, House Bill 4 will drive changes at WKU as the school eliminates all LLC that are not academic and announces updates for its sports teams. PCAL will host its fall festival to bring community celebration and seasonal spirit. College Heights Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Graves Gilbert Clinic said it will drop Humana’s Medicaid and Medicare Advantage plans if Humana does not meet its new conditions — timely payments and a local representative — by Feb 1. About 10,000 patients may lose in-network coverage and will need new insurance while discussions continue. Bowling Green Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green senior Jaxen Smith scored four touchdowns as the Purples beat Grayson County 49-12 last Friday—Smith opened the game with a 31-yard reception and later added runs to help the road team secure their win. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Bowling Green boys' soccer team lost 1-0 to St. Xavier in the KHSAA state quarterfinals on Saturday at Bowling Green Junior High; the Tigers scored in the first half and held strong defense while the Purples, ending the season at 17-2, struggled to create chances—coach Craig Widener praised his players' effort despite the loss. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Greenwood senior Justin Doran won the individual title at the Class 3A, Region 2 boys’ cross country meet held Saturday at Thomas Nelson High School, finishing in 15 minutes, 52.59 seconds to lead the Gators to a runner-up finish—Central Hardin won the team title. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky’s volleyball team swept UTEP 3-0 on Saturday at E.A. Diddle Arena, winning set scores (25-22, 25-16, 25-15) while six service aces in the opening set helped secure the win. The Hilltoppers will travel to Murfreesboro to face MTSU from Oct. 31-Nov. 1 (first serve at 6 p.m.). Bowling Green Daily News
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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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Lady Toppers vs. Wichita State
5:30-7 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Ticket prices may vary — Cheer on the Lady Toppers as they take on Wichita State in an exciting basketball showdown.
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Lady Toppers vs. Indiana State
6:30 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Lady Toppers take on Indiana State in an exciting basketball showdown.
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Steven Dowell Live Book Signing Event
12-4 p.m. — Half Price Books Outlet — Free admission — Meet bestselling author Steven Dowell for an afternoon of storytelling and inspiration.
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Hilltopper Basketball vs. Tennessee State
2-5 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Cost info not specified — Catch the exciting match-up as WKU Hilltoppers take on Tennessee State in a spirited basketball showdown.
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WKU Hilltopper Basketball vs. Bethel
5:30-7:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Ticket cost varies — Catch the WKU Hilltoppers take on Bethel in an exciting basketball matchup.
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Lady Toppers vs. Vanderbilt
5:30-7:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Check website for tickets — Cheer on the Lady Toppers as they face off against Vanderbilt in this exciting basketball matchup.
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The Best Gift - A Christmas Carol Musical
6:30-8 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Tickets available — Immerse yourself in a fresh, musical take on the classic story of A Christmas Carol.
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