Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Boyce Community Center is holding a Christmas parade on Sunday, Dec.
7 to raise donations for Toys for Tots. Participants can enter with at least one new toy and enjoy a special appearance by Santa in Alvaton.
The Kentucky Center for Leadership announced four board members, a manufacturing partnership with KAAP, and named John Gregory as its first executive director in a Thursday release from WKU Innovation Campus.
The nonprofit will use these moves to expand leadership training statewide (KC4L’s goal).
GM Bowling Green Assembly awarded $200,000 to five local nonprofits focused on STEAM education and road safety.
The funds, shared with the Chamber of Commerce, Green River Regional Education Cooperative, United Way, Lost River Cave and the Governor’s Scholars Program, will inspire young problem solvers.
🎭 Culture
On Thursday, Dec. 4, Ashlee Wilson joined Amber Turner & Ella Glass on Sunrise Spotlight to discuss the 23rd Best Christmas Pageant Ever and its role in local holiday traditions.
The segment highlighted a well-loved seasonal event for the community.
📰 Economy
Tuesday, the Franklin-Simpson Industrial Authority hosted its annual Appreciation Luncheon at Franklin-Simpson High School, honoring Paul Raines, Simpson County Schools, and others for boosting the local economy.
Leaders announced investments from Shinsung ST USA and Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems that will create 176 jobs and nearly $79 million in investment.
🏛️ Government
Warren County Parks and Recreation proposed a 5-7 year strategic plan at a Fiscal Court meeting on Thursday to address park maintenance needs and future projects for a growing community.
Data from a February citizen survey helped shape the plan for critical improvements.
Throwback Thursday recalls former lawmaker William Natcher, who secured funding for Western Kentucky University buildings and purchased local landmarks (including caves later integrated into Mammoth Cave National Park) in Bowling Green and Warren County.
His service as county attorney helped shape community history.
📰 Real Estate
WKU alumni and partners broke ground on Evergreen Commons, a new mixed-use development off Nashville Road on Dec.
4. The project includes Cedar Point apartments (112 units for lease), retail space and a Wawa’s store and will open in phases starting in spring.
🏈 Sports
WKU punter Cole Maynard was named Conference USA Special Teams Player of the Year and quarterback Rodney Tisdale Jr. earned Freshman of the Year on Thursday, Dec.
4. The honors add to 14 postseason awards since joining CUSA (a league record).
🎉 Bowling Green Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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