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Community memorial for paranormal researcher Bavy Gaunt

Bowling Green Remembers Beloved Paranormal Researcher Bavy Gaunt

February 2, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green community is mourning the loss of Bavy Gaunt, an esteemed paranormal researcher known as ‘Bear.’ His contributions to the field and the warmth he shared...

A poster warning about crime in Bowling Green and urging community vigilance.

Bowling Green Seeks Community Help to Solve Thefts

February 2, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green residents are urged to assist the WKU Police Department in solving recent thefts on campus and in the neighborhood. Authorities are searching for a vehicle linked...

Community members discussing the impacts of federal funding freeze in a meeting.

Panic Strikes as Federal Funding Freeze Hits Communities Hard

February 2, 2025

News Summary A sudden federal funding freeze announced by President Trump has left communities across the nation in turmoil. Non-profits, local governments, and social service organizations are anxiously awaiting clarity...

Aerial view of flooded areas in South Central Kentucky

South Central Kentucky Faces Flooding Crisis

February 1, 2025

News Summary Recent heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding across South Central Kentucky, particularly impacting Warren County. Numerous road closures and severely affected neighborhoods have left residents wading through...

A bicycle lane on a dimly lit roadway, symbolizing road safety awareness.

Bowling Green Hit-and-Run: Arrest Made in Bicyclist’s Death

February 1, 2025

News Summary In Bowling Green, Kentucky, a tragic hit-and-run accident resulted in the death of 46-year-old Terry Zweig while cycling. Authorities arrested Michael Mestas, the suspected driver, who faces multiple...

The future facility for The Anchor Project in Bowling Green, focusing on mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Bowling Green Initiates The Anchor Project for Mental Well-Being

January 31, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is launching The Anchor Project, a pioneering initiative aimed at addressing mental health and substance abuse. This facility will provide integrated services for individuals in...

Gathering of diverse community members with police officers in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Police Reassure Immigrants Amid ICE Concerns

January 31, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Police Department (BGPD) is reassuring its immigrant community by affirming that it will not partner with ICE for immigration enforcement. Amid rising fears about federal...

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Owensboro Man Sentenced for Online Enticement of Minor

January 31, 2025

News Summary Corey James Jarboe, 30, of Owensboro, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for attempted online enticement and the transfer of obscene material to a minor. His...

A healthcare professional examining a child with flu symptoms.

Sharp Increase in Flu Cases Reported in Bowling Green, Kentucky

January 31, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green is facing a concerning rise in flu cases, particularly affecting children, with over 1,000 confirmed cases reported in just one week. Health officials urge residents to...

BUSINESS

Rendering of the new AAA Cooper Transportation facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green Attracts $13.2 Million Investment from AAA Cooper Transportation

February 1, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky is set to experience economic growth as AAA Cooper Transportation plans to invest $13.2 million to establish a new facility. This expansion will create 20...

Expectant families participating in a childbirth education class

Mary Duke Enhances Childbirth Education in Owensboro and Bowling Green

January 31, 2025

News Summary Mary Duke, the owner of My Sunshine Birth Services, is working to fill the gap in childbirth education and advocacy for families in Owensboro and Bowling Green. By...

Interior of a grocery store featuring digital shopping interfaces

Houchens Food Group Partners with eGrowcery

January 30, 2025

News Summary Houchens Food Group has announced a partnership with eGrowcery to enhance the digital shopping experience across its grocery stores. This collaboration aims to provide a more seamless and...

Illustration of Bowling Green's new development with residential and commercial spaces

Bowling Green Infrastructure Improved with New Development

January 29, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green is set to embark on a substantial 30-acre development on Nashville Road, with plans for residential apartments and commercial spaces. The City-County Planning Commission has approved...

Urban landscape of Bowling Green with focus on community wellness and greenery

Bowling Green Advances Medicinal Cannabis Licensing

January 25, 2025

News Summary The City of Bowling Green has initiated the process for medicinal cannabis licensing, marking a significant milestone in local governance. On January 23, 2025, city commissioners unanimously supported...

Suburban lawn in Simpson County with visible mole tunnels

Simpson County Homeowners Tackle Mole Problems

January 24, 2025

News Summary Homeowners in Simpson County, Kentucky, face challenges with moles disrupting their yards. These small mammals, particularly the eastern mole, can cause significant damage through their tunneling activities. This...

Students engaging in collaborative discussions on campus at Potter College of Arts & Letters

Potter College of Arts & Letters Announces Major Restructuring

January 21, 2025

News Summary Potter College of Arts & Letters at Western Kentucky University is set to undergo a significant restructuring plan over the next three years, reducing its departments from eight...

New veterinary facility at the Bowling Green Humane Society

Bowling Green Expands Spay and Neuter Services

January 21, 2025

News Summary The Warren County Humane Society in Bowling Green is set to expand its facilities to enhance pet spaying and neutering services. This expansion follows the full ownership of...

Construction of High Street Tower at Med Center Health

Milestone Reached in High Street Tower Construction at Med Center Health

January 19, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green celebrates a significant milestone as construction crews erect the first steel beams for the High Street Tower at Med Center Health. This state-of-the-art facility, dedicated to...

Events/What's Happening

Community gathering at Crossland Community Church in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Hosts Global Travel Show This Weekend

February 1, 2025

News Summary This weekend, Bowling Green will welcome Augusto Valverde, the host of the Global Child Travel & Purpose show. Attendees can enjoy a special screening of the Bowling Green...

Community gathering in Beaver Dam with music and support

Beaver Dam Hosts Concert and Community Aid Initiative

February 1, 2025

News Summary Beaver Dam is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to host two significant events in the coming months. Country music star Travis Tritt will perform at the Beaver...

Students painting rocks at WKU's FirstGen art event

WKU’s FirstGen Program Unveils Colorful Art Event in Bowling Green

January 31, 2025

News Summary The FirstGen program at Western Kentucky University recently hosted a vibrant art event for first-generation college students in Bowling Green. This gathering provided students with a creative outlet...

Residents donating blankets for foster children at a community event

Local Blanket Drive for Foster Children Expands

January 31, 2025

News Summary The Wrapped in Love Blanket Drive in Bowling Green has added four new drop-off locations for residents to donate blankets for foster children. Kicking off on January 29,...

Celebration of College Heights Herald's 100 years on a college campus

Bowling Green Celebrates the College Heights Herald’s Centennial

January 30, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green is preparing for a historic celebration as Western Kentucky University’s College Heights Herald reaches its 100th anniversary in 2025. Scheduled for April 25th and 26th, the...

Community leaders and police officers at the Bowling Green International Communities meeting.

Bowling Green Hosts Event to Connect with International Communities

January 29, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, KY, held its annual International Communities Advisory meeting, bringing together community leaders and law enforcement. The event emphasized the importance of cultural diversity in enhancing public...

Faculty showcasing research at WKU Celebration

Bowling Green Prepares for WKU Research Celebration

January 28, 2025

News Summary The Western Kentucky University community is gearing up for its annual WKU Celebration of Research & Sponsored Activities. Scheduled for January 29th, this event honors faculty and staff...

Architectural rendering of the Impact Center for Leadership and Innovation in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Bowling Green Launches New Impact Center for Leadership and Innovation

January 27, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is set to transform education with the upcoming Impact Center for Leadership and Innovation, opening in August 2026. This groundbreaking facility will prepare students in...

Construction on roads in Bowling Green demonstrating enhancements for traffic and pedestrian pathways.

Bowling Green to Enhance Cave Mill and Scottsville Roads

January 26, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green is preparing for significant improvements to Cave Mill Road and Scottsville Road, aimed at enhancing traffic flow, pedestrian pathways, and safety. Key upgrades will include road...

CRIME

A poster warning about crime in Bowling Green and urging community vigilance.

Bowling Green Seeks Community Help to Solve Thefts

February 2, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green residents are urged to assist the WKU Police Department in solving recent thefts on campus and in the neighborhood. Authorities are searching for a vehicle linked...

Police badge and courtroom gavel on a table

Owensboro Man Sentenced for Online Enticement of Minor

January 31, 2025

News Summary Corey James Jarboe, 30, of Owensboro, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for attempted online enticement and the transfer of obscene material to a minor. His...

Police lights at a crime scene in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Man Charged with Murder in Teen Shooting

January 28, 2025

News Summary A 22-year-old man, Tylan J. Barnett, was arrested in Bowling Green following a tragic shooting that left 16-year-old Jamarco Dye dead. The incident occurred at an apartment complex...

Law enforcement officers conducting an operation in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Fugitive Dennis R. Richardson Apprehended

January 26, 2025

News Summary In Bowling Green, Kentucky, Dennis R. Richardson, a 42-year-old fugitive, was arrested after being on the run for over a year. He faced serious federal drug charges, including...

Law enforcement officers responding to a public disturbance in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Man Arrested for Disturbance and Drug Charges

January 24, 2025

News Summary Randall Phillips, a 45-year-old man, was arrested in Bowling Green after causing a disturbance on Louisville Road. During a traffic stop, officers found a loaded handgun, whiskey, and...

Police investigating in Bowling Green neighborhood

Two Arrested in Bowling Green for Attempting to Sell Stolen Vehicles

January 23, 2025

News Summary In a startling incident, Bowling Green police arrested two 18-year-olds, Jaden Pildis and Esau Ramirez, for attempting to sell two stolen vehicles on January 20th. The arrests followed...

Police at the scene of an accident in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Faces Dilemma After Intoxicated Driving Incident

January 18, 2025

News Summary An intoxicated driving incident in Bowling Green has raised safety concerns as a 67-year-old man, Tony Gunnels, faces serious charges following a collision on Scottsville Road. After displaying...

Community reacts to murder investigation in Bowling Green.

Murder Investigation Shakes Bowling Green Community

January 10, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green is in shock as the murder investigation of 56-year-old Michael Scott Lee unfolds. His body was found in a wrecked vehicle, leading to suspicions and an...

Community members discussing scams in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Residents Alerted to Rising Scams

January 9, 2025

News Summary Residents of Bowling Green are warned about an increase in scams, including fraudulent phone calls from a fake sheriff’s deputy and retail scams involving multi-state operations. Authorities are...

POLITICS

Community members discussing the impacts of federal funding freeze in a meeting.

Panic Strikes as Federal Funding Freeze Hits Communities Hard

February 2, 2025

News Summary A sudden federal funding freeze announced by President Trump has left communities across the nation in turmoil. Non-profits, local governments, and social service organizations are anxiously awaiting clarity...

The future facility for The Anchor Project in Bowling Green, focusing on mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Bowling Green Initiates The Anchor Project for Mental Well-Being

January 31, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is launching The Anchor Project, a pioneering initiative aimed at addressing mental health and substance abuse. This facility will provide integrated services for individuals in...

Courtroom scene depicting a trial in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Man Faces Murder Trial in March

January 30, 2025

News Summary Terry Ernest Thomas, 77, is set to stand trial for the murder of his wife, Mary Thomas, whose tragic death has captivated the Bowling Green community. The pretrial...

Community support for refugees in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green Refugees Face Uncertain Future After Executive Order

January 29, 2025

News Summary A recent executive order has suspended refugee arrivals in Bowling Green, Kentucky, leaving 54 vetted individuals stranded and facing an uncertain future. The executive order disrupts the resettlement...

Community members gathered in Bowling Green discussing refugee resettlement issues.

Bowling Green Faces Indefinite Suspension of Refugee Arrivals

January 27, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky is facing an indefinite suspension of refugee arrivals as declared by President Trump, affecting over 50 vetted refugees. This decision raises considerable concerns within the...

Law enforcement officers conducting an operation in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Fugitive Dennis R. Richardson Apprehended

January 26, 2025

News Summary In Bowling Green, Kentucky, Dennis R. Richardson, a 42-year-old fugitive, was arrested after being on the run for over a year. He faced serious federal drug charges, including...

Community members gathering in tribute to a female leader.

Bowling Green Mourns Loss of First Female Mayor Patsy T. Sloan

January 24, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green is grieving the loss of its first female mayor, Patsy T. Sloan, who passed away at age 85. A pioneering leader, she dedicated her life to...

A quiet bowling green neighborhood with a bike path, evoking feelings of loss and reflection.

Bowling Green Police Investigate Fatal Hit-and-Run

January 21, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green community mourns the tragic loss of Terry Zweig, a bicyclist killed in a hit-and-run on January 18, 2025. Local police seek public assistance to locate...

Students at WKU engaged in collaborative research activities on campus

New Research Doctoral Programs Proposed for WKU

January 20, 2025

News Summary State Representative Michael Meredith has proposed House Bill 118 to enhance education in Bowling Green, Kentucky, allowing Western Kentucky University to introduce up to five research doctoral programs....

SPORTS

Wrestling match at Greenwood High School's inaugural event

Greenwood High School Launches Wrestling Program with Inaugural Event

January 17, 2025

News Summary Greenwood High School in Kentucky made history by hosting its first wrestling event, featuring local teams from South Warren, Warren Central, and Daviess County. The event showcased remarkable...

Team Spirit Resilience

Sporting Unity in Los Angeles Amid Wildfire Crisis

January 14, 2025

Sporting Unity in Los Angeles Amid Wildfire Crisis Los Angeles, the City of Angels, is showing its true colors as all twelve professional sports teams in the area come together...

Overcoming Adversity Together

Los Angeles Rams Overcome Wildfire Chaos to Defeat Vikings 27-9 in Playoff Showdown

January 14, 2025

Los Angeles Rams Stun the Vikings Amid Wildfire Chaos Los Angeles is buzzing, and not just because the city is living through some seriously scary times with wildfires raging nearby....

Crashed Bus Scene

Tragic Bus Accident in Pauri Garhwal Claims Six Lives, Leaves Many Injured

January 13, 2025

Pauri Garhwal: Tragedy Strikes as Bus Plummets into Gorge On a quiet Sunday evening in the Dahalchauri area of Pauri Garhwal district, a heartbreaking incident shattered the peace. A bus,...

Baseball contract celebration

Blue Jays Secure $28.5 Million Deal with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Avoiding Arbitration Drama

January 13, 2025

Toronto, Canada: Blue Jays Swing for the Fences in Arbitration Deals Hey there, baseball fans! It looks like Toronto is making headlines again, this time with some exciting news straight...

Exciting Fight Night Atmosphere

UFC Set to Deliver Thrilling Fight Night in Inglewood, California on January 18, 2025

January 12, 2025

Inglewood, California: Fight Fans, Get Excited! Hey there, fight fans! Grab your snacks and settle in because the UFC is bringing the heat to the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California...

Fan Disappointment Expression

Pittsburgh Steelers Face Disappointment After Playoff Loss to Baltimore Ravens

January 12, 2025

Pittsburgh Faces a Tough Reality After Playoff Exit As the dust settles on a disappointing Saturday night for the Pittsburgh Steelers, fans are left picking up the pieces after a...

Racing Opportunity Boost

NASCAR Introduces Open Exemption Provisional for Daytona 500, Boosting Opportunities for World-Class Drivers

January 11, 2025

Exciting News from NASCAR: A New Way for Drivers to Join the Cup Series! Daytona Beach, FL – NASCAR just rolled out a fresh addition to its rules that could...

Victory Celebration Essence

Ohio State Buckeyes Advance to National Championship After Cotton Bowl Win Against Texas Longhorns

January 11, 2025

Ohio State Buckeyes Set to Face Notre Dame for National Title After Cotton Bowl Victory Columbus, OH – This past Friday night, the Ohio State Buckeyes secured their spot in...

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