Friday, December 6th, 2024

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Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Matthew P. Cook, a partner at Kerrick Bachert, has been elected as the president of the Kentucky Bar Association, beginning his term on July 1, 2026. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky University's winter commencements on Friday will cause heavy traffic, with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advising motorists of congested areas. WNKY
- ➤ The Landmark Trust's annual Merry on Main tour in Bowling Green showcased the history of six local historic sites, including a church from the 1800s and Bowling Green's first movie theatre. WNKY
- ➤ The Teen Angel program, aimed at providing holiday gifts for teenagers, is hosting a donation event at Starbucks on Scottsville Road to continue its success from last year. WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky University received a $2 million donation from the Robert and Mary Tincher Charitable Foundation to establish two new endowed scholarships and will name a residence hall in honor of the gift. WNKY
- ➤ 27 WKU student-athletes will graduate with degrees ranging from accounting to sport management this weekend, marking a year where 108 athletes graduated, highlighting the program's highest Graduation Success Rate at 90%. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky's women's volleyball team ends the season with a 29-6 record after a 3-1 loss to Minnesota in the first round of the NCAA Volleyball Tournament. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Bowling Green football team prepares to defend their Class 5A state title in a rematch against Cooper, aiming to be the first team since 2015-16 to win back-to-back titles. Bowling Green Daily News
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Festive Grinchy Brunch with the Green Guy
Experience a delightful brunch featuring a complimentary breakfast buffet, hot cocoa bar, and fun activities for kids at the SoKY Marketplace.
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze: A Holiday Spectacle
Experience a dazzling holiday stage extravaganza featuring gravity-defying acrobatics, stunning visuals, and beloved seasonal characters in a family-friendly celebration of the season.
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Walk Through Bethlehem: A Live Nativity Experience
This annual live event at Grace Baptist Church features over 60 costumed characters, live animals, and interactive experiences, creating a vivid reenactment of the first Christmas night.
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2024 Festival of Trains - A Model Railroad Experience
The sHOw Modular Model Railroad returns to Hard Copies for a free, family-friendly festival featuring intricate train displays.
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Ninja Themed Running Event: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon in Bowling Green, KY
Participants can compete in various distances while vying for themed medals and costume prizes in a scenic park setting.
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Hands-On International Cooking Class
Participants will learn to prepare various international dishes in a fun and social cooking class offered at SoKY Marketplace.
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Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers - Men's Basketball
The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers will host a men's basketball game against the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers at Diddle Arena.
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Salvadorian Cooking Class at SoKY Marketplace
This hands-on cooking class focuses on Salvadorian cuisine, encouraging participants to cook, eat, and learn together in a social environment.
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Family-Friendly New Year's Eve Celebration at SoKY Marketplace
This event features DJ entertainment, a buffet dinner, games, crafts, and special guest appearances, making it a fun and engaging New Year's Eve for families.
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