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Liberty Baptist in Auburn gives record offering to Annie Armstrong
AUBURN, Ky. (KT) — Liberty Baptist Church celebrated a record Annie Armstrong Offering this year — demonstrating that although the church is 195 years old, it remains committed to missions giving. Don Mathis, a two-time Kentucky Baptist Convention president, is serving as the church’s interim pastor — his...
Battle of the Badges blood drive to take place July 19
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Battle of the Badges blood drive is taking place on July 19. Battle of the Badges encourages first responders and the local community to donate blood to save others. The Bowling Green Police Department and the Bowling Green Fire Department will battle to see...
Man charged with drug possession, theft of license plate
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department arrested a man on drug possession and motor vehicle registration theft offenses on Tuesday evening. According to a citation, an officer patrolled Clay Street and stopped at a business. The officer observed two subjects exchanging something near a motor vehicle.
Sunrise Spotlight: Remembering Our Parents
On today’s Sunrise Spotlight, we met up with Wade McGuire from Hosparus Health, who told us all about this year’s Remembering Our Parents Event. You can still register for Hosparus Health’s Remembering Our Parents event. This program is free and open to the public, giving our community a way to honor those who we have lost. Hosparus Health does ask that you RSVP to the event by Wednesday, July 24 by clicking right here or by calling Hosparus Health Barren River at 270-782-7258.
Off and on thunderstorms today
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be present early this morning thanks to a passing frontal boundary. Though these storms are not severe, some ponding and minor flooding could occur. Use caution on the commute today!. A few more scattered showers and thunderstorms will pass through...
National Corvette Museum opens temporary exhibit dedicated to 2014 sinkhole. Plan your visit
The National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green has opened a limited-time exhibit honoring the 2014 sinkhole that swallowed eight one-of-a-kind vehicles. The exhibit, "Ground to Sky: The Sinkhole Reimagined," is open now through mid-September at the National Corvette Museum, 350 Corvette Dr. in Bowling Green. The sinkhole, which opened in...
American Legion post 23 holds pancake dinner fundraiser
BOWLING GREEN, KY.- If you enjoy breakfast for dinner and supporting people around you, then mark your calendars. American Legion Post 23 located in Bowling Green will hold an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast fundraiser to support veterans and their families no matter what they need. Gerald Mounce, the 5th district president...
U.S. Department of Labor Awards WKU College of Education & Behavioral Sciences $1.3 million for Project ELEVATE Principal Apprenticeship Program
The College of Education & Behavioral Sciences at WKU has been awarded $1,323,733 to support K-12 principal apprenticeship through Project ELEVATE (Educational Leadership Experience and Visionary Apprenticeship for Transformative Excellence). Led by Dr. Margie DeSander and Mr. Rob Akers, this initiative marks the first registered principal apprenticeship in Kentucky. Dr....
Goodwill Industries of Kentucky offers “Another Way” to help the homeless
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A program born in Louisville has now made it’s way to Bowling Green and is hoping to bring big change to the homeless community. In 2021 a project was started to help aid the homeless population in Louisville which became a big success and now has come down to Bowling Green to hopefully do the same. It’s called the “Another Way” program and gives unhoused people a chance to re-enter the workforce. Team members will go out every Tuesday and Thursday to various encampments and simply ask if anyone would like to make a little money that day.
BGPD hosts training with local agencies to prepare for any scenario
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is hosting their annual training to prepare for any situations they may face. BGPD, along with the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, Kentucky State Police, Bowling Green Fire Department, WKU Police and Med Center EMS are taking part throughout the multi-day training.
Two injured in accident on Scottsville Road
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department and the Bowling Green Fire Department responded to an accident on Scottsville Road on Tuesday. Officer Ronnie Ward with the BGPD tells us two people are injured. This is a developing story.
Past BGHS track and field coach teaches sport to local kids
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – During the summer time, parents are looking for ways to get their children active, and Bowling Green Parks and Recreation was doing just that Tuesday. Over on the Bowling Green High School track, local kids got some great lessons from some one former high school coach and a current one as well.
Reception for new U.S Citizens to convene at the Sloan Convention Center
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The City of Bowling Green is hosting a Reception for New U.S Citizens on Sept. 10. The event will celebrate those who gained U.S citizenship from September 2023 to September 2024. Guests must fill out a Google form to receive their ticket here. The reception...
Bowling Green first responder agencies participate in active shooter drills
The Bowling Green Police Department, Warren County Sheriff’s Office, Bowling Green Fire Department, Kentucky State Police, WKU Police and Med Center Emergency Services are all participating in the event.
Bowling Green’s adult dodgeball league returns
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A local Adult Dodgeball League will begin this fall, presented by Bowling Green Parks and Recreation. The league is an opportunity to connect and stay active within the community. The registration deadline is on Sept. 13. The standard team fee starts at $100, and sponsored...
Coming soon: Downtown BGKY Harvest Festival
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Downtown BG Harvest Festival is set to kick off on Oct. 19. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., family-friendly events and activities will be available to the local community. According to Downtown BGKY, there will be free parking and free admission to the festival....
WKU Athletics teams pay a visit to Russell Sims
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Fans and kids enjoyed a visit from several WKU Athletics teams Tuesday at the Russell Sims Aquatic Center. The Toppers displayed their skills for the young admirers while teaching them the sports. You can see the WKU Volleyball team creating new fans and perhaps future...
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