Friday, November 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green's first-ever Duck Drop event aims to fundraise for downtown events by dropping rubber ducks from a city works truck, with prizes for participants. WBKO
- ➤ The Bowling Green Police Department is seeking assistance in locating 13-year-old Antwainaya Odom, last seen on Park Hills Street. WNKY
- ➤ Roads near The Square in Bowling Green, KY, will close at 6 a.m. on November 9, 2024, for the Annual Veterans Day Parade, starting at 10 a.m. from Circus Square Park. WBKO
- ➤ Bowling Green marks the 25th anniversary of its Veteran's Day Parade, inviting the community to a free event starting at Circus Square Park. WNKY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Interstate 65 Northbound near Warren County will be temporarily closed on Thursday morning for a crash reconstruction by the Kentucky State Police. WNKY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities in South Central Kentucky are seeking information on Carson T. Parker, wanted for first-offense fentanyl trafficking, offering a reward of up to $500 for tips leading to his arrest. WBKO
- ➤ In a murder-for-hire plot, Freddy Manuel Gonzalez and Xavier Caine Posey were sentenced to 40 and 35 years respectively for the 2020 killing of Brian Russell in Kentucky. WNKY
- ➤ An Allen County man was sentenced to 15 months in federal prison for evading employment taxes owed by Trinity Steel Works, LLC, and must pay $811,312.14 in restitution. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two WKU football players scored their first career touchdowns in a victory over Kennesaw State, contributing to the team's pursuit of a Conference USA championship. WNKY
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pull & Pray 2024: Weightlifting Competition
Experience an exciting weightlifting competition featuring sanctioned and unsanctioned sessions with prizes for various divisions and a chance to win cash for top Sinclair scores.
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Lipscomb Bisons vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Men's Basketball Game
Experience an exciting college basketball matchup as the Lipscomb Bisons take on the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at E.A. Diddle Arena.
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Thai Cooking Class at SoKY Marketplace
Experience a hands-on cooking class focused on Thai cuisine, where you can learn to prepare several dishes while socializing with fellow food enthusiasts.
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Movies at the Capitol: The Last Waltz Screening
Experience the iconic farewell performance of The Band in this Martin Scorsese documentary featuring legendary music greats such as Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell.
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SOKY Ice Rink Opening with Dinosaur Fun
Celebrate the SOKY Ice Rink opening and Dinovember with engaging dinosaur presentations featuring songs, games, and baby dinosaur feedings.
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Pie Gobbler Running Festival: Multiple Distances at Michael O Buchanon Park
Experience a delightful day of fitness with various running distances, festive pie rewards, and a family-friendly atmosphere at the Pie Gobbler event.
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