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in Bowling Green
Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky State Police will host its annual 'Cram the Cruiser' food drive on November 24 at Sam’s Club in Bowling Green — troopers will fill their cruisers with nonperishable donations to help local families during the holidays. WNKY
- ➤ Marines and community members gathered Sunday night at the Bowling Green Country Club to celebrate the Marine Corps 250th birthday, hosted by Marine Corps League Detachment 1095—emphasizing tradition and unity. The event featured a formal ceremony, a Toys for Tots program, and remarks by State Sen. Mike Wilson that highlighted the lasting bond among Marines. WNKY
- ➤ Several local leaders were honored as Black Achievers by the MLK Holiday Planning Committee on Saturday, Nov. 8 in Bowling Green—awards recognized achievements in education, athletics, community service, religion, healthcare, and business at UAW Solidarity Hall. WNKY
- ➤ Hope House Ministries is collecting donations for its Affordable Christmas program to help about 500 local families have a joyful holiday by letting parents buy gifts at a tenth of retail cost in partnership with six churches and 25 schools. Donations, including new toys valued at $10 or more, can be dropped off at 112 W. 10th Ave. until Dec. 7 — all contributions will serve families across Warren County. WNKY
- ➤ BRADD has started its annual donation drive to help older residents in 10 counties by collecting items such as puzzle books, toiletries, blankets and slip-resistant socks. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 5 at its office on 177 Graham Ave — call 2707829223 for more details. WNKY
- ➤ Hundreds of guests gathered at Sloan Convention Center on Saturday night for Med Center Health Foundation’s 21st annual Charity Ball to raise funds for local health programs — including the Community Clinic, Dental Clinic and Hospitality House. The black-tie event featured dinner, live music and dancing and raised hundreds of thousands of dollars that directly benefited these local health initiatives. WNKY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green Tourism entities won 14 Traverse Awards at the Kentucky Travel Industry Association Annual Conference in Louisville last week (the Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau earned 13 awards, including three gold for tourism marketing, while the Historic RailPark & Train Museum received a bronze for its UnSeen BG Tour: The Real Housewives of Bowling Green). In Bowling Green alone, the tourism industry supports 3,984 jobs and adds $479.8 million in economic impact. WBKO
- ➤ American Bank and Trust announced on Monday that Bowling Green native Jeremy Jones will join as a commercial lender—he will start his role in the near future. Bowling Green Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Bowling Green—Warren County Drug Task Force and the South Central Kentucky Drug Task Force will hold a public auction of drug-forfeited vehicles, including new DTF detective vehicles and those forfeited by court order, with Joe Houchens of Joe B. Houchens Auctioneers overseeing the sale. The auction will be held on Friday, Nov. 21 at 1 p.m. in front of the Warren County Courthouse and will charge no buyer’s premium. WBKO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, SoKY Speaks featured host Ashlee Wilson with Dick and Melodie Tunney as they discussed the upcoming musical The Best Gift—a Christmas Carol production that will air on WNKY TV; the segment provided details about the show's development and performance schedule. WNKY
- ➤ The Reindeer Farm in Bowling Green will offer a magical holiday season from November 14th through December 31st with festive activities like Breakfast with Santa, reindeer encounters, a petting zoo, and an evening experience under festive lights — the farm will also feature live art performances on select weekends and bundled day passes with half-price night tickets for same-day visitors. SOKY Happenings
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three educators (the late Lois Chandler, Julie Cowan and Jennifer Miller Fritsch) were inducted into the Kentucky Teacher Hall of Fame at Gary Ransdell Auditorium on November 7. The ceremony included the display of plaques and remarks from officials such as WKU President Timothy Caboni, honoring their long service in teaching. College Heights Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky will play LSU at Tiger Stadium on November 22 at 6:45 p.m. CT—this game is the third meeting between the teams and the first since 2015, and it will be televised on SEC Network. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky middle hitter Izzy Van De Wiele earned her second Defensive Player of the Week honor after posting 15 blocks and 28 kills in a seven-set sweep against Delaware at E. A. Diddle Arena. She led the Hilltoppers in blocks, and her strong performance further boosted her ranking in Conference USA—an achievement that highlights her key role on the team. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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Breakfast with Santa
8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. — Chaney's Dairy Barn — $0.00-$18.00 — Enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet alongside a visit from Santa Claus and storytime fun.
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