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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The City of Bowling Green and Warren County advise on Halloween trick-or-treating times and emphasize safety precautions.  Bowling Green Daily News
  • Bowling Green Public Works has begun its annual leaf collection program to prevent flooding and keep the city clean, collecting over 17 tons of leaves.  WNKY
  • South Central Kentucky cities announce official trick-or-treat times for Halloween, offering a schedule for safe, festive activities.  WBKO
  • The Mahurin Honors College's 'Nightmare on Normal Street' Halloween event featured a costume contest, movie screening, and a pieing fundraiser, raising over $250 for Norton's Children's Hospital Cardiology.  College Heights Herald

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 2-year-old was injured and airlifted for treatment after being hit by a backing vehicle near Rockfield Elementary in Bowling Green, KY.  WNKY

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky promotes safety by declaring Oct. 30 'Buckle Up, Phone Down Day' to combat distracted driving and prevent road accidents.  WBKO
  • Voters in Kentucky can participate in early voting from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 at designated locations and will decide on federal, state, and local offices, including the presidency and an education amendment, during the General Election on Nov. 5.  College Heights Herald
  • Kentucky issues 26 medical cannabis cultivation and processor licenses through a state-run lottery, aiming for a quick ramp-up by Jan. 1, despite potential initial product availability challenges.  WNKY
  • Kentucky introduces 'no-excuse early voting' to potentially increase turnout and streamline the election process amid heightened voter interest for the 2024 election.  WBKO

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • bg26.2 Marathon and Half Marathon

    Experience a thrilling marathon and half marathon event to support Multiple Sclerosis research, featuring a Boston Marathon qualifying course through historic Bowling Green.

    Sun, 11/3/24

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  • Wichita State Shockers vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Men's Basketball

    Experience an exciting college basketball matchup between the Wichita State Shockers and the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at the E.A. Diddle Arena.

    Mon, 11/4/24

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  • Hands-On Thai Cooking Class

    Experience the joy of cooking authentic Thai dishes in a fun and social atmosphere at SoKY Marketplace.

    Tue, 11/5/24

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  • Ninja Running Challenge: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K & Half Marathon

    Experience a thrilling range of running challenges at Ephram White Park, featuring courses from 1 mile to half marathon and a fun costume competition.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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  • Blue Star Marker Dedication Ceremony

    Celebrate the dedication of the Blue Star Marker sponsored by Warren County Parks at Aviation Heritage Park, honoring our armed forces.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Rural 1st Home Construction Workshop in Bowling Green, KY

    Learn how to navigate the homebuilding process with expert guidance at this free workshop designed for families looking to build their dream homes.

    Tue, 11/12/24

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  • Liberty Flames vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Women's Volleyball

    Experience an exciting women's volleyball matchup between Liberty Flames and Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at E.A. Diddle Arena.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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  • An Evening with Authors Tammy Oberhausen & Silas House

    Experience an engaging evening with acclaimed authors Tammy Oberhausen and Silas House as they discuss their latest works and literary journeys.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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