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Bowling Green Plans for Population Growth with New Budget

June 12, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is preparing for a significant population increase, aiming for a total of 90,000 residents by 2030. To accommodate this growth, city officials proposed a $188.7...

Residents of Bowling Green protesting against ICE raids

Bowling Green Residents Rally Against ICE Raids

June 12, 2025

News Summary Residents of Bowling Green demonstrated against recent ICE raids, particularly protesting the detention of local teenager Ernesto Manuel-Andres. Over 200 community members gathered, voicing their concerns and calling...

Police presence in a Bowling Green neighborhood investigating a shooting incident.

Bowling Green Police Actively Search for Lorenzo Sinclair Johnson

June 11, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green police are on the lookout for Lorenzo Sinclair Johnson, a man wanted on charges of Wanton Endangerment and drug-related offenses. Allegedly, Johnson fired shots into a...

Police responding to a threat in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green Man Arrested for Threatening Woman with Gun

June 11, 2025

News Summary Marquis Burton, a 44-year-old man from Bowling Green, Kentucky, has been arrested after allegedly threatening a woman with a firearm. The incident involved aggressive behavior and threats made...

Swearing-in ceremony for the U.S. Attorney in Kentucky

Kyle G. Bumgarner Sworn in as U.S. Attorney

June 11, 2025

News Summary Kyle G. Bumgarner has officially taken office as the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Kentucky. His swearing-in ceremony marks a significant milestone, allowing him to lead...

Community members rallying for immigration rights in Bowling Green

Community Outrage as ICE Detains Local Teen in Bowling Green

June 11, 2025

News Summary An 18-year-old legal resident from Bowling Green, Ernesto Manuel-Andres, has been detained by ICE, sparking significant unrest in the community. Apprehended without a warrant, Ernesto, a recent high...

Community members advocating for immigrant rights in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Graduate Faces Deportation Despite Legal Status

June 11, 2025

News Summary Ernesto Manuel Andres, an 18-year-old high school graduate from Guatemala, faces deportation threats despite holding Special Immigrant Juvenile status and Deferred Action. Detained by ICE shortly after graduation,...

Emergency vehicles at a crash scene on Interstate Drive

Serious Crash Involving Pickup and Corrections Truck in Bowling Green

June 11, 2025

News Summary A serious crash on Interstate Drive in Bowling Green left a man in critical condition after colliding with a Green River Corrections box truck. Joseph Payne, 30, suffered...

Demolition of Hilltopper Hall at WKU

WKU Announces Closure and Demolition of Hilltopper Hall

June 11, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University has confirmed the permanent closure and planned demolition of Hilltopper Hall due to severe structural issues. The decision follows a previous closure in February 2024...

BUSINESS

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Bowling Green Recognized as a Top Community for Economic Development

June 12, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green has been recognized nationally as one of the top communities in the U.S. for economic development, showcasing its rapid growth and ability to attract corporate investments....

Tourists enjoying the attractions in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Bowling Green Sees Surge in Tourism Boosting Local Economy

June 12, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green has recorded a significant increase in tourism, contributing nearly $480 million to Kentucky’s economy. Visitor spending reached $358.75 million, sustaining nearly 4,000 jobs in Warren County....

Diners enjoying their meals at Atomic Kitchen, a 1980s themed restaurant.

Atomic Kitchen Brings 1980s Nostalgia to Bowling Green

June 11, 2025

News Summary Atomic Kitchen has opened in downtown Bowling Green, offering a unique dining experience steeped in 1980s nostalgia. With its vibrant décor, music, and menu inspired by the decade,...

Construction site for the AESC electric vehicle battery gigafactory in Kentucky

AESC Advances $2 Billion Electric Vehicle Battery Gigafactory in Kentucky

June 10, 2025

News Summary AESC is moving forward with a $2 billion electric vehicle battery gigafactory in Bowling Green, Kentucky, expected to create 2,000 jobs. The facility will occupy 3 million square...

New law enforcement training facility in Warren County with advanced training tools.

Warren County Sheriff’s Office to Launch New Training Facility

June 7, 2025

News Summary The Warren County Fiscal Court has approved a significant investment of $2.2 million for renovations of a new law enforcement training facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Located at...

Big Lots storefront with reopening signs and welcoming staff

Big Lots Reopens 78 Stores Across Nine States

June 7, 2025

News Summary Big Lots is reopening 78 locations in nine states, including a new store in Bowling Green, Kentucky. This marks the fourth reopening phase following the company’s Chapter 11...

Training workshop for immigrants and refugees

Refuge Bowling Green Receives $700,000 Grant for Workforce Training

June 3, 2025

News Summary Refuge Bowling Green has secured a $700,000 grant from the Kentucky Office for Refugees to enhance workforce training programs for immigrants and refugees. The initiative aims to train...

Workers at the High Street Tower beam raising ceremony in Bowling Green

High Street Tower Project Milestone Reached in Bowling Green

May 29, 2025

News Summary The Medical Center at Bowling Green celebrated a major milestone with a beam raising ceremony for the new High Street Tower project. This expansion, with a projected cost...

Extent of damage caused by a tornado in London, Kentucky

Devastating EF-4 Tornado Strikes London, Kentucky

May 23, 2025

News Summary An EF-4 tornado struck London, Kentucky, causing widespread destruction, particularly around the London-Corbin Airport. With peak winds of 170 mph, it resulted in at least 19 fatalities and...

Events/What's Happening

Student-athletes being honored at the Kentucky Super Preps awards ceremony

Kentucky Super Preps Awards Ceremony Celebrates Student-Athletes

June 12, 2025

News Summary The eighth annual Kentucky Super Preps awards ceremony was held in Bowling Green, honoring remarkable student-athletes from 14 high schools. Emceed by Tony Rose, the event showcased inspiring...

Memorial landscape in Bowling Green, KY

Community Mourns the Loss of Bobby Gene Williams

June 11, 2025

News Summary Bobby Gene Williams, an esteemed educator and community leader from Bowling Green, has passed away at the age of 86. With a legacy spanning 48 years in education...

Community memorial gathering for Alice Hays

Community Mourns Beloved Matriarch Alice Hays

June 10, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green community is heartbroken after the passing of Alice Hays, a beloved matriarch at 93. Known for her nurturing spirit and dedication, she leaves behind a...

Participants enjoying a culinary tour featuring LGBTQ+ history and local cuisine in Louisville.

Louisville Launches Culinary Tour Celebrating Queer History

June 10, 2025

News Summary Louisville Food Tours is introducing ‘Pride Plates: Kentucky’s Queer History Food Tours’ that combines local cuisine with LGBTQ+ history. Running three days a week, this engaging three-hour tour...

Fans enjoying a baseball game during Hot Dog Night at Bowling Green Ballpark

Bowling Green Hosts Final Hot Dog Night at Ballpark

June 10, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green’s final ‘Hot Dog Night’ at the Bowling Green Ballpark promises an unforgettable experience filled with exciting events. Guests can enjoy a baseball game featuring a jersey...

Student-athletes receiving awards at the Kentucky Super Preps ceremony

Kentucky Super Preps Awards Ceremony Set for June 10

June 10, 2025

News Summary The Kentucky Super Preps awards ceremony will honor exceptional student-athletes from 14 area high schools, celebrating achievements in athletics, academics, and community service. Scheduled for June 10 at...

Participants networking and playing golf at the Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Classic.

Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Golf Classic

June 10, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce successfully held its Annual Golf Classic, fostering networking and community engagement among local leaders and business professionals. This key event not only...

Graduation ceremony for the Academy for New Americans in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Celebrates Largest Graduation of Academy for New Americans

June 10, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green is celebrating the graduation of its seventh cohort of the Academy for New Americans, featuring a record 36 graduates from 13 countries. The ceremony will take...

Construction site on a Kentucky highway with roadwork signs

Kentucky Motorists Face Major Traffic Disruptions

June 9, 2025

News Summary Motorists in Kentucky’s Transportation Cabinet District 3 should brace for significant traffic disruptions due to multiple construction projects scheduled from June 8 to June 13. Key projects include...

CRIME

Police responding to a threat in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green Man Arrested for Threatening Woman with Gun

June 11, 2025

News Summary Marquis Burton, a 44-year-old man from Bowling Green, Kentucky, has been arrested after allegedly threatening a woman with a firearm. The incident involved aggressive behavior and threats made...

Emergency vehicles at a crash scene on Interstate Drive

Serious Crash Involving Pickup and Corrections Truck in Bowling Green

June 11, 2025

News Summary A serious crash on Interstate Drive in Bowling Green left a man in critical condition after colliding with a Green River Corrections box truck. Joseph Payne, 30, suffered...

Police activity in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Man Arrested After Fleeing Police

June 6, 2025

News Summary A Bowling Green man, Devin Gray, was arrested following a police pursuit that began with a traffic stop. Gray evaded law enforcement on May 28 and was found...

Police responding to a standoff in Bowling Green, KY

Standoff in Bowling Green Leads to Arrest of Man

June 6, 2025

News Summary A 68-year-old man in Bowling Green was arrested after a prolonged standoff with law enforcement. The situation escalated when he fired firearms and threatened officers. After hours of...

Police officer at a traffic stop in Scottsville KY

Police Crackdown in Scottsville Leads to Multiple Drug Arrests

June 3, 2025

News Summary In Scottsville, KY, a series of recent traffic stops by local police led to the arrests of four individuals on drug-related charges. Law enforcement seized various illegal substances...

Courthouse representing justice in high-profile criminal case

Steve Lawson Convicted in Crystal Rogers Case

June 3, 2025

News Summary A Warren County jury found Steve Lawson guilty of conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with evidence in the unresolved disappearance of Crystal Rogers. The jury recommended a...

Community members participate in a candlelight vigil for Crystal Rogers.

Steve Lawson Found Guilty in Crystal Rogers Case

June 1, 2025

News Summary Steve Lawson has been found guilty of conspiracy to murder and tampering with evidence in connection with the disappearance of Crystal Rogers in Bardstown, Kentucky. The jury recommended...

A courtroom scene featuring jurors and spectators reflecting the seriousness of a trial.

Steven Lawson Found Guilty of Tampering with Evidence and Conspiracy to Commit Murder

May 31, 2025

News Summary Steven Lawson has been convicted of tampering with evidence and conspiracy to commit murder in a four-day trial concerning the disappearance of Crystal Rogers. Following an expedited jury...

Residents of Bowling Green discussing community safety

Bowling Green Faces Rise in Burglary Incidents

May 29, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green is experiencing a surge in burglary cases, prompting local police to seek community assistance in identifying suspects. Surveillance footage has captured two men attempting a break-in,...

POLITICS

Residents of Bowling Green protesting against ICE raids

Bowling Green Residents Rally Against ICE Raids

June 12, 2025

News Summary Residents of Bowling Green demonstrated against recent ICE raids, particularly protesting the detention of local teenager Ernesto Manuel-Andres. Over 200 community members gathered, voicing their concerns and calling...

Police presence in a Bowling Green neighborhood investigating a shooting incident.

Bowling Green Police Actively Search for Lorenzo Sinclair Johnson

June 11, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green police are on the lookout for Lorenzo Sinclair Johnson, a man wanted on charges of Wanton Endangerment and drug-related offenses. Allegedly, Johnson fired shots into a...

Swearing-in ceremony for the U.S. Attorney in Kentucky

Kyle G. Bumgarner Sworn in as U.S. Attorney

June 11, 2025

News Summary Kyle G. Bumgarner has officially taken office as the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Kentucky. His swearing-in ceremony marks a significant milestone, allowing him to lead...

Community members rallying for immigration rights in Bowling Green

Community Outrage as ICE Detains Local Teen in Bowling Green

June 11, 2025

News Summary An 18-year-old legal resident from Bowling Green, Ernesto Manuel-Andres, has been detained by ICE, sparking significant unrest in the community. Apprehended without a warrant, Ernesto, a recent high...

Community members advocating for immigrant rights in Bowling Green

Bowling Green Graduate Faces Deportation Despite Legal Status

June 11, 2025

News Summary Ernesto Manuel Andres, an 18-year-old high school graduate from Guatemala, faces deportation threats despite holding Special Immigrant Juvenile status and Deferred Action. Detained by ICE shortly after graduation,...

Exterior view of a courthouse representing the judicial system

Court Affirms Termination of Former Glasgow Police Officer

June 6, 2025

News Summary The Kentucky Court of Appeals has upheld the termination of former Glasgow Police Officer Guy Turcotte, who was dismissed for violating ethics policies. The court’s decision follows a...

Lawmakers in Kentucky discussing addiction recovery legislation

Kentucky Lawmakers Push for Enhanced Addiction Recovery Initiatives

June 6, 2025

News Summary Lawmakers in Kentucky have advanced a bipartisan measure to combat overdose deaths and enhance recovery support. The SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act aims to increase access...

Police negotiating during a standoff in a suburban area

68-Year-Old Man Arrested After Standoff in Bowling Green

June 6, 2025

News Summary Donald Burch, a 68-year-old man, was arrested after a standoff with law enforcement in Bowling Green that lasted several hours. The incident began with a domestic dispute, during...

Police responding to a standoff in Bowling Green, KY

Standoff in Bowling Green Leads to Arrest of Man

June 6, 2025

News Summary A 68-year-old man in Bowling Green was arrested after a prolonged standoff with law enforcement. The situation escalated when he fired firearms and threatened officers. After hours of...

SPORTS

Student-athletes being honored at the Kentucky Super Preps awards ceremony

Kentucky Super Preps Awards Ceremony Celebrates Student-Athletes

June 12, 2025

News Summary The eighth annual Kentucky Super Preps awards ceremony was held in Bowling Green, honoring remarkable student-athletes from 14 high schools. Emceed by Tony Rose, the event showcased inspiring...

Fans enjoying a baseball game during Hot Dog Night at Bowling Green Ballpark

Bowling Green Hosts Final Hot Dog Night at Ballpark

June 10, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green’s final ‘Hot Dog Night’ at the Bowling Green Ballpark promises an unforgettable experience filled with exciting events. Guests can enjoy a baseball game featuring a jersey...

Student-athletes receiving awards at the Kentucky Super Preps ceremony

Kentucky Super Preps Awards Ceremony Set for June 10

June 10, 2025

News Summary The Kentucky Super Preps awards ceremony will honor exceptional student-athletes from 14 area high schools, celebrating achievements in athletics, academics, and community service. Scheduled for June 10 at...

Celebration of Bowling Green sports achievements with athletes and trophies

Bowling Green Celebrates Achievements in Sports Tournaments

June 7, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green has celebrated major milestones in regional sports, featuring the Lady Purples as Region 1 Girls Lacrosse champions and WKU Baseball’s impressive season. Key athletes excelled in...

WKU baseball team celebrating their NCAA tournament qualification

WKU Baseball Team Makes Historic NCAA Tournament Return

May 28, 2025

News Summary The Western Kentucky University baseball team has secured a place in the NCAA Oxford Regional after winning the C-USA Championship. This marks WKU’s first tournament appearance in 16...

Group of high school athletes celebrating Signing Day at Bowling Green High School

Bowling Green High School Athletes Celebrate Signing Day

May 27, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green High School held a Signing Day to honor athletes committing to play collegiate sports. Several students signed with universities for basketball and baseball, showcasing their hard...

Bowling Green Hot Rods baseball players in action during a game

Hot Rods and Drive Split Doubleheader at Bowling Green Ballpark

May 23, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Hot Rods faced off against the Greenville Drive in a doubleheader, winning the second game 3-1 after losing the first 5-2. The Hot Rods initially...

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,...

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