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In today's newsletter:

  • What upgrades could be coming to Russell Sims Aquatic Center?
  • Police detail what led to shots fired into a parked car
  • Will new Medicaid rules put some Bowling Green families at risk?

Also on today's calendar: BikeWalkBG – Friday Walking Club and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Times of sun and clouds, with a high of 91 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid with heavy t-storms, temps: high: 86, low: 71.
  • Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 89 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Russell Sims Aquatic Center master plan approved (wnky.com) — Bowling Green city commissioners have approved a long-term master plan for Russell Sims Aquatic Center, paving the way for possible additions like a lazy river, splash pad, and new dining space. The existing facility will largely remain, with upgrades phased in as funding is identified. City leaders will weigh grants, sponsorships, and future budgets before any construction begins.
   

2. Bowling Green man arrested after shooting into vehicle, court documents say (wbko.com) — Police say a Bowling Green man is jailed after allegedly shooting into a parked vehicle and injuring a passenger, who later showed up at the Medical Center in Bowling Green. According to court documents, the 19-year-old suspect admitted firing the shot and passing the gun to someone else. He's being held at Warren County Regional Jail as the investigation continues.
   

3. Changes coming to Medicaid, SNAP as Kentucky advocates explain what residents need to know (wnky.com) — Major changes to Medicaid and SNAP rules are on the way, and advocates just walked Bowling Green community leaders through what local residents need to do to keep coverage. At a ThriveKY session at the Bob Kirby Branch Library, experts detailed new work-reporting requirements, shorter renewal cycles, and housing pressures. They urged residents to update contact information, watch their mail, and seek help with confusing notices.
   

4. WKU extends strategic plan through 2031 (wbko.com) — Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green is extending its "Climbing to Greater Heights" strategic plan through 2031, sharpening priorities around student success and campus support. President Timothy Caboni outlined the updated roadmap at this week's faculty and staff convocation. The extended plan will guide how WKU serves students, recruits talent, and engages the region over the next five years.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bowling Green

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    Thursday August 20
  • BlackHawk LIVE →
    Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC), 601 College St, Bowling Green
    10:00 am

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Other local events
    Thursday August 20
  • Girls Freshman Volleyball vs Warren East High School
    Warren County 8140 Nashville Road, Bowling Green KY 42104
    5:30 pm
  • Girls Varsity Soccer @ Gallatin High School
    Warren County 700 Dan P Herron Dr, Gallatin Tennessee 37066
    6:00 pm
  • Girls JV Volleyball vs Warren East High School
    Warren County 8140 Nashville Road, Bowling Green KY 42104
    6:15 pm
  • Girls Varsity Volleyball vs Warren East High School
    Warren County 8140 Nashville Road, Bowling Green KY 42104
    7:30 pm
    • Friday August 21
  • BikeWalkBG – Friday Walking Club →
    Fountain Square Park, 445 E Main Ave, Bowling Green
    12:00 pm
  • eCampus.com Bowl
    Warren County Bowling Green, KY 42102
    4:30 pm
  • Varsity Football @ Bryan Station High School
    Warren County 450 W Reynolds Rd, Lexington KY 40503
    4:30 pm
    • Saturday August 22
  • Stand Up Comedy →
    One Roof Event Space, 400 E Main, 42101, Bowling Green
    6:00 PM

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