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in Bowling Green
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday night, community members gathered at the National Corvette Museum as the Center for Courageous Kids hosted its Stars and Six Strings Masquerade Party to raise funds for free summer camp for children with serious conditions—guests enjoyed dinner, live music and a bourbon raffle while local leaders and families showed strong support for the cause. WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky University has initiated eminent domain proceedings to acquire properties for a new academic complex along State Street that will replace its facility for the College of Health and Human Services and public media operations. The university said negotiations — which included offers above appraised values — failed with two property owners, so it will move forward under its campus master plan. WNKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Beshear ordered state flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of former Governor Martha Layne Collins, the only woman to lead Kentucky, who died on November 1 at age 88—flags will remain lowered until sunset on her internment day as a public tribute. WCLU Radio
- ➤ The Warren County Health Department held a ribbon cutting last Tuesday at its renovated 54,000-square-foot building on 1109 State St. — a $7.8 million project funded by local, state and federal monies that expanded clinic services like immunizations, screenings and harm reduction — to better serve the community. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The city of Bowling Green will hold a Veterans’ Day parade on Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.—the route runs from Circus Square Park along College Street to East 10th Avenue before ending at the Warren County Courthouse, followed by a flag-raising ceremony in the Veterans’ Courtyard. WBKO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital welcomed its new vice president of human resources, Leah Shrull, who now oversees talent management, workforce planning and employee engagement. Shrull, an alumna of Western Kentucky University with previous HR experience at Shoals Technologies Group—she began her role on November 3, is expected to strengthen the hospital’s people-first culture. Bowling Green Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky setter Callie Bauer earned her sixth Conference USA Setter of the Week as she recorded 31 assists in one match—freshman opposite hitter Kaira Knox was named Freshman of the Week with standout play. The honors were announced Monday, November 3 and come as the Hilltoppers prepare for home matches against Delaware later this week. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Yesterday, the Bowling Green Hot Rods revealed the 2026 Hall of Fame ballot, listing nominees who meet game minimums and ensuring that at least one former player or coach will be inducted by Opening Day on April 3. Fans and media will vote until November 13—adding to the team’s rich baseball legacy. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Two WKU football players earned Conference USA weekly awards after a 35-16 Homecoming win over New Mexico State on Saturday—Rodney Tisdale Jr. was named Freshman of the Week and Cole Maynard won Special Teams Player of the Week. Tisdale threw for 301 yards and four touchdowns while Maynard averaged 44.2 yards per punt as the team improved to a 7-2 overall record and 5-1 in conference play. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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2025 Jingle Bell Run
9:00 – 10:30 AM — South Warren High School — Charity event — Dress in festive holiday gear and run for a good cause this Christmas season.
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Polar Express Storytime 2025
4:30-7 p.m. — Historic RailPark & Train Museum — Free entry — Experience a magical family tradition during the 23rd annual Polar Express Storytime event.
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