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WKU Baseball Achieves Historic All-Conference Honors

May 21, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University (WKU) made history in collegiate baseball by placing a league-high nine players on the 2025 All-Conference USA Baseball Teams. Junior outfielder Ryan Wideman was named...

Police conducting a traffic stop in Christian County for drug-related offenses

Christian County Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest and Drug Seizure

May 21, 2025

News Summary A routine traffic stop in Christian County resulted in the arrest of a wanted man and the seizure of illegal drugs. Michael Keeling, 42, and driver Benji Cunningham...

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Bowling Green High School E-sports Team Wins State Title

May 21, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green High School’s E-sports team, consisting of Purple Reign and Purple Migraine, has clinched its second state title. They showcased impressive skills, defeating Beechwood and Montgomery County...

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Storms Cause Damage to Bowling Green Cemeteries

May 21, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, faced disruptions last weekend due to severe storms that damaged three local cemeteries. Cleanup operations began promptly, with city officials noting the overall destruction was...

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Kroger Steps Up Relief Efforts in Tornado Stricken Areas

May 20, 2025

News Summary In response to a devastating tornado in southeastern Kentucky, Kroger’s Louisville Division is rallying support for affected communities in Laurel and Pulaski counties. Initiatives include encouraging customers to...

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WKU Closes Regents Hall and Normal Hall for Repairs

May 20, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University has announced the closure of Regents Hall and Normal Hall for at least one academic year due to necessary repairs related to building codes. Approximately...

Baseball game between Bowling Green Hot Rods and Asheville Tourists

Hot Rods and Tourists Split Thrilling Doubleheader

May 19, 2025

News Summary In a captivating doubleheader at Bowling Green Ballpark, the Bowling Green Hot Rods and Asheville Tourists each claimed a game. The Hot Rods dominated the first game 13-0...

Exciting baseball action at Bowling Green Ballpark during a game between the Hot Rods and the Tourists.

Hot Rods Fall to Tourists in Tough Matchup

May 19, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Hot Rods were defeated by the Asheville Tourists 6-2 at Bowling Green Ballpark, splitting the four-game series. The Tourists took the lead with early home...

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Asheville Tourists Defeat Bowling Green Hot Rods

May 19, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Tourists secured a 6-2 victory over the Bowling Green Hot Rods at Bowling Green Ballpark. Drew Vogel and Joseph Sullivan led the Tourists with home runs,...

BUSINESS

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Bowling Green Chamber Honors Local Leaders at Excellence Awards Luncheon

May 14, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated local achievements at its annual Excellence Awards Luncheon. Honorees included Penny Bowles of the Bowling Green Police Department for the...

Newly opened Morton Solar & Electric office located at WKU Innovation Center.

Morton Solar & Electric Expands with New Office in Bowling Green

May 9, 2025

News Summary Morton Solar & Electric has opened a new office at the WKU Innovation Center in Bowling Green as part of its mission to enhance clean energy solutions across...

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Bowling Green Recognized for Economic Development Excellence

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce has received the Mac Conway Award for Excellence in Economic Development for the fourth time in five years. This recognition places...

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Habitat for Humanity Unveils New Truck in Bowling Green

May 7, 2025

News Summary Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore in Bowling Green, KY, unveiled a new box truck to enhance its service capabilities. Funded by the American Red Cross, this upgrade is aimed...

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Kyoto Gardens Named Best Asian Restaurant in Bowling Green

May 5, 2025

News Summary Kyoto Gardens has been recognized as the best Asian restaurant in Bowling Green, as awarded by the Bowling Green Daily News. Owned by Nhon and Tuyen Nguyen, the...

Artist's rendering of the new mixed-use development in Bowling Green KY

New Mixed-Use Development Coming to Bowling Green, KY

May 3, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is preparing for a significant mixed-use development set to break ground in summer 2025 on Nashville Road. Spanning 26 acres, the project features a ‘lookout...

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12 Kentucky Companies Featured in Forbes’ Best Employers List for 2025

April 25, 2025

News Summary Forbes has released its annual list of best large and mid-sized employers for 2025, featuring twelve companies from Kentucky. While none made the top spots, the inclusion signifies...

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New Weather Stations Enhance Farming in Kentucky

April 25, 2025

News Summary Farmers in Kentucky can now access essential weather and soil information thanks to the Kentucky Mesonet’s new stations, including a recent addition in Green County. This network offers...

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WKU Launches Kentucky’s First User Experience Degree

April 24, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University (WKU) is set to launch Kentucky’s first Bachelor of Science degree in User Experience, approved by the Council on Postsecondary Education. Starting in fall 2025,...

Events/What's Happening

Contestants preparing for the Miss Kentucky Competition at SKyPAC

Local Resident to Compete in Miss Kentucky Competition

May 21, 2025

News Summary Sarah Downs, a 24-year-old from Springfield, Kentucky, is preparing to participate in the Miss Kentucky Competition at SKyPAC in Bowling Green. A dedicated medical student, she aims to...

Volunteers providing food and supplies for flood relief in Bowling Green

Community Mobilizes for Flood Relief in Bowling Green

May 21, 2025

News Summary In Bowling Green, residents and business owners are rallying to support recovery efforts after severe floods in southeastern Kentucky caused significant damage and loss of life. Local initiatives,...

Courtroom setting for a high-profile murder trial

Crystal Rogers Murder Trial Scheduled in Kentucky

May 21, 2025

News Summary The trial of Brooks Houck, the main suspect in Crystal Rogers’ disappearance, is set to begin in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Marking nearly a decade since her 2015 disappearance,...

Community event celebrating early childhood education in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Honors Early Childhood Providers and Announces New Academy

May 20, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green city officials celebrated Early Childhood Provider Appreciation Month, emphasizing the importance of early education. They announced plans for a new Early Learning Academy for preschoolers, set...

Community members discussing volunteer opportunities in foster care.

Kentucky Urgently Seeks Volunteers for Foster Care System

May 20, 2025

News Summary Urgent calls are being made for volunteers to support the Citizen Foster Care Review Boards in Kentucky as the state faces a severe shortage of foster care resources....

Nonprofit leaders discussing funding challenges in a community forum

Kentucky Nonprofit Network Addresses Funding Challenges

May 17, 2025

News Summary The Kentucky Nonprofit Network held a crucial forum discussing the funding challenges and legislative changes impacting nonprofit organizations. Key nonprofit leaders, including KNN’s Executive Director, Danielle Clore, emphasized...

Disaster Recovery Center in Bowling Green with people seeking assistance

Bowling Green Residents Eligible for Federal Assistance After April Storms

May 17, 2025

News Summary Warren County residents who experienced damage from severe storms in April can now access federal assistance at a Disaster Recovery Center in Bowling Green. Officially opening on May...

Damage in Kentucky after severe storms

Severe Storms Claim Lives and Devastate Kentucky Communities

May 17, 2025

News Summary A violent storm swept through Kentucky, causing significant destruction and leading to at least nine fatalities in Laurel County. Emergency crews are working tirelessly to search for victims...

Ceremony honoring local philanthropists

Community Foundation Honors Jim and Darlene Johnson

May 16, 2025

News Summary During a recent ceremony, the Community Foundation of South Central Kentucky recognized Jim and Darlene Johnson as the South Central Kentuckians of the Year. The couple was celebrated...

CRIME

Police conducting a traffic stop in Christian County for drug-related offenses

Christian County Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest and Drug Seizure

May 21, 2025

News Summary A routine traffic stop in Christian County resulted in the arrest of a wanted man and the seizure of illegal drugs. Michael Keeling, 42, and driver Benji Cunningham...

Law enforcement responding to an incident at a correctional facility

Inmate Escape Attempt in Bowling Green

May 17, 2025

News Summary An inmate, Keith Edwin Keown, escaped from a work detail in Bowling Green but was swiftly recaptured by law enforcement. The incident raised concerns about security protocols at...

Courtroom scene symbolizing justice

Warren County Man Sentenced for Embezzlement

May 17, 2025

News Summary Kenneth Ray Moore has been sentenced to three years and ten months in federal prison for embezzling over $1.1 million from his employer. The sentence includes restitution of...

Police investigation scene in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Sees Drug-Related Arrests

May 17, 2025

News Summary In Bowling Green, KY, law enforcement recently arrested Aurea Hernandez and Brandon Ontiveros-Valerio after discovering illegal drugs, including fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine, in their vehicle. The arrests occurred...

Police presence at Seattle airport during manhunt.

Manhunt Underway for Escaped Inmate at Seattle Airport

May 12, 2025

News Summary Seattle authorities are currently in pursuit of 28-year-old inmate Sedrick T. Stevenson, who escaped custody while being transported. Stevenson fled from a United Airlines ticket counter at Seattle-Tacoma...

Emergency responders at the scene of an accident on Interstate Drive in Bowling Green

Multi-Agency Response to Injury Crash in Bowling Green

May 11, 2025

News Summary A serious accident occurred on Interstate Drive in Bowling Green, resulting in injuries and prompting a multi-agency response. Emergency responders, including fire, police, and EMS teams, assisted the...

Police inspecting marijuana shipment in suburban area

Bowling Green Man Arrested for Marijuana Trafficking

May 9, 2025

News Summary Devonte Barber, a 26-year-old resident of Bowling Green, has been arrested on multiple charges related to marijuana trafficking. Authorities intercepted a 32-pound shipment of high-grade marijuana sourced from...

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Bowling Green Police Investigate Series of Thefts at Walmart

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Police Department is investigating a series of thefts at the Walmart on Morgantown Road. A white male suspect has allegedly stolen items from the store...

Motorcycle on a deserted road with warning signs indicating caution.

Tragic Motorcycle Accident in Bowling Green Claims Life

May 7, 2025

News Summary A local man, 42-year-old Charles D. Girdler, tragically died in a motorcycle accident on Old Morgantown Road in Bowling Green. The collision involved another vehicle making a left...

POLITICS

Illustration of law enforcement symbols related to immigration and gun offenses in Kentucky.

Indictments in Kentucky for Immigration and Gun Violations

May 17, 2025

News Summary Federal grand juries in Bowling Green and Paducah, Kentucky, returned indictments against six individuals on immigration and gun charges. The cases include serious allegations of illegal reentry, making...

Courtroom scene symbolizing justice

Warren County Man Sentenced for Embezzlement

May 17, 2025

News Summary Kenneth Ray Moore has been sentenced to three years and ten months in federal prison for embezzling over $1.1 million from his employer. The sentence includes restitution of...

A stormy sky filled with dark clouds over Kentucky showcasing the impending severe weather.

Kentucky Faces State of Emergency Due to Severe Storms

May 17, 2025

News Summary A strong storm system has imposed a state of emergency across Kentucky, prompting Governor Andy Beshear to initiate immediate actions. The Storm Prediction Center has categorized most of...

Volunteers distributing food at a Kentucky food bank

Food Insecurity in Kentucky Reaches Alarming Levels

May 16, 2025

News Summary Kentucky is witnessing a dramatic rise in food insecurity, with over 753,000 residents affected. Central and Eastern Kentucky are hit hardest, with nearly 18.2% of the population struggling...

Abstract representation of financial crime

Bowling Green Man Sentenced for Embezzlement and Tax Evasion

May 16, 2025

News Summary Kenneth Ray Moore, a resident of Bowling Green, was sentenced to three years and ten months in federal prison for embezzling over $1.1 million and tax evasion. The...

Courtroom scene depicting the seriousness of financial crimes

Former Vice President Sentenced for Financial Crimes

May 16, 2025

News Summary Kenneth Ray Moore, a 56-year-old ex-vice president of finance, has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison after being convicted of embezzlement, money laundering, and tax evasion....

Illustration of healthcare services affected by budget cuts

Proposed Federal Budget Cuts Could Impact Medicaid in Kentucky

May 12, 2025

News Summary A committee led by U.S. Representative Brett Guthrie is proposing federal budget cuts that could significantly affect Medicaid services in Kentucky, potentially impacting healthcare for nearly 1.5 million...

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Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected as New Pope Leo XIV

May 11, 2025

News Summary Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the new pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV, making history as the first American in this role. The announcement followed...

Police inspecting marijuana shipment in suburban area

Bowling Green Man Arrested for Marijuana Trafficking

May 9, 2025

News Summary Devonte Barber, a 26-year-old resident of Bowling Green, has been arrested on multiple charges related to marijuana trafficking. Authorities intercepted a 32-pound shipment of high-grade marijuana sourced from...

SPORTS

South Warren boys' volleyball team in action during a match

South Warren Boys’ Volleyball Advances to Quarterfinals

May 16, 2025

News Summary The South Warren boys’ volleyball team staged an impressive comeback against Southwestern, winning the match 3-2. This victory marked their sixth consecutive win and secured their spot in...

WKU Baseball players in action at Nick Denes Field.

WKU Baseball Prepares for Series Against Jacksonville State

May 16, 2025

News Summary WKU Baseball is set to conclude its regular season with a three-game series against Jacksonville State at Nick Denes Field. With a strong conference record and home advantage,...

Collegiate softball players competing during the Conference USA Tournament

Changes Announced for Conference USA Softball Tournament

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Conference USA Softball Tournament has made important schedule adjustments in response to potential inclement weather. Hosted by Western Kentucky University, the tournament’s first day now features revised...

WKU softball players competing in a game during the tournament

WKU Softball Team Secures No. 2 Seed for Conference Tournament

May 7, 2025

News Summary The Western Kentucky University softball team clinched the No. 2 seed in the 2025 Conference USA Tournament. They finished the regular season with a record of 29-19-1, rebounding...

Celebration of National Tourism Week in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green Celebrates National Tourism Week with Local Attractions

May 6, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is hosting a week-long celebration for National Tourism Week, highlighting local attractions such as the BG Hot Rods baseball team, National Corvette Museum, and family-friendly...

WKU volleyball team competing in a match at E.A. Diddle Arena

Western Kentucky University Volleyball Schedule Announced

May 6, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University’s volleyball program has announced its 2025 season schedule, featuring 30 matches, including games against notable opponents such as Louisville and Vanderbilt. The season begins with...

Players in action during a WKU Softball game

WKU Softball Secures No. 2 Seed in CUSA Tournament

May 5, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University (WKU) clinched the No. 2 seed in the Conference USA softball tournament with a hard-fought 4-3 victory over Jacksonville State University. The match, held at...

WKU baseball field with cloudy skies

WKU Baseball Game Rescheduled Due to Weather Concerns

May 4, 2025

News Summary The WKU vs. Louisiana Tech baseball game has been rescheduled to 7 p.m. CT due to inclement weather concerns. This decision prioritizes the safety of fans and players....

South Warren softball players celebrating their victory

South Warren Softball Clinches Top Seed in District 14 Tournament

May 4, 2025

News Summary South Warren’s softball team secured the top seed in the District 14 Tournament with a convincing 14-2 win over Greenwood. The victory enhanced their record to 21-2, with...

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