Today
in Bowling Green
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the ninth annual Cookies with Santa event in Bowling Green honored founder Robin, who started the tradition after her cancer diagnosis (she wanted to bring hope to local families). Families met Santa, enjoyed special animal guests, and took part in toy donations to Toys for Tots (continuing Robin’s holiday vision). WBKO
- ➤ On Thursday, the Rotary Club of Bowling Green donated 500 pairs of shoes and 100 pairs of socks to students at five local elementary schools — Jennings Creek, Parker-Bennett-Curry, Bristow, Warren and Dishman-McGinnis. Club volunteers helped ensure children received the right sizes with discounted purchases from local shoe stores. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Children lined up to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, take photos and receive a special present at the ninth annual Cookies with Santa event, which carries on a long-standing holiday tradition. WBKO
- ➤ Twin 21-year-old brothers reached Bowling Green after walking about 20 miles per day for 50 days as they crossed America to beat winter weather—continuing their journey further south. WBKO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rental Family is a heartwarming film that stars Brendan Fraser as Phillip, an actor in Tokyo who begins a new job with a company that offers rental family services and forms bonds with a young girl and a retired actor. The film — co-written by Hikari — shows strong feelings and gentle moments that make it a charming watch. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ A new book titled When the Bluegrass Ran Red will explore Bowling Green’s past crime & corruption and offers a first look at its cover. Acclaim Press will publish the book & the release date is yet to be confirmed. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The film Wicked For Good is the second part of the Wicked saga that shows Elphaba in exile after she learns the Wizard is not who he seems. The movie has strong visuals and good acting from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande—critics say some musical numbers slow the story down compared to the first part. Bowling Green Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, education writer Daniel Buck published an essay that showed many students spend long hours on screens in class—55 percent use devices 1-4 hours and 27 percent use them 5 hours daily. The essay said WKU professor Gary Houchens and others believe students learn better with books and writing than by using digital tools. Bowling Green Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blood Assurance is offering a $50 gift card to all O-negative and platelet donors from today through November 30—each donor will also receive a long-sleeve 'Sleighin’ It' t-shirt as an extra thank you. The blood drive at Greenwood Mall on November 24 from Noon to 6 p.m. will help meet patient needs during Thanksgiving week. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky swept Kennesaw State 3-0 in Miami and advanced to the Conference USA Volleyball Tournament championship match—scheduled for today at 11 a.m. CT against FIU. Three players scored in double digits and seven team blocks helped the Hilltoppers secure their win. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ South Warren’s Spartans beat Henderson County 49—21 in the Class 6A quarterfinals at South Warren High School on November 21st by pulling away with a strong second half; the undefeated 12—0 team clinched a second straight region title and will face Ryle in the semifinals on November 28th. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ On Saturday night, Western Kentucky lost 13-10 to LSU at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge after leading most of the first half and relying on a strong defense against the Tigers; the loss drops the Hilltoppers to 8-3 for the season. They will play Jax State next Saturday (a win could earn them a spot in the championship game). Bowling Green Daily News
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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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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Phoenix Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a heartwarming production filled with laughter and holiday spirit.
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Radiant Christmas Tree Sip & Paint Night
7-9 p.m. — White Squirrel Brewery — Ticket includes $5 drink voucher — Create a stunning Christmas tree masterpiece while enjoying festive drinks and guided artistic support.
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
7:30-8:30 PM — Phoenix Theatre, Chestnut St — Tickets available — Experience a heartwarming holiday production filled with laughter and joy from The Public Theatre of Kentucky.
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Phoenix Theatre — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a heartwarming production filled with laughter and holiday spirit.
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
3-4 p.m. — Phoenix Theatre, Bowling Green, KY — Cost info not specified — A heartwarming production filled with laughter and holiday spirit.
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