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In today's newsletter:
- How high could Bowling Green ACA premiums jump without federal credits?
- How a Newton Avenue surveillance led to four drug-related arrests
- How a Greenwood teen is quietly transforming winters for Bowling Green’s homeless
Also on today's calendar: Holiday Open House and 7 more events.
Find out what's happening in Bowling Greenfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Bowling Greenfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy and cold, with a high of 40 and low of 36 degrees.
- Friday: Periods of sun, temps: high: 53, low: 29.
- Saturday: Mainly cloudy and cooler, with a high of 40 and low of 12 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
📰 News we're reading
1. Locals to feel impact if healthcare credits expire (bgdailynews.com) — Bowling Green residents relying on Affordable Care Act plans could see their premiums spike dramatically if enhanced federal tax credits expire at year’s end, with one local family’s bill nearly quadrupling. Warren County data show steep projected increases across ages and incomes, forcing some households to cut essentials, downgrade coverage, or risk going uninsured while advocates warn of mounting medical debt and scam plans. 
2. 4 people arrested after major drug bust in Bowling Green (wbko.com) — Police say a joint Bowling Green Police and Warren County Drug Task Force investigation led to a major drug bust at a Newton Avenue residence, where meth, fentanyl, and several handguns were seized. Four people, including three Bowling Green residents, now face a range of trafficking, weapons, and possession charges as detectives continue their investigation.
3. Winter for the Homeless: Greenwood teen expands six-year effort to help those in need - WNKY News 40 Television (wnky.com) — A Greenwood High School freshman in Bowling Green is expanding her “Winter for the Homeless” project, assembling at least 40 supply-filled backpacks for people living on local streets and using shelters. Marleigh Riley now fundraises year-round, stocking her family’s cars with bags and also helping schools and families in crisis, and she’s inviting Bowling Green residents to donate or get involved.
4. Salvation Army provides overflow shelter during cold snap (wbko.com) — When temperatures in Bowling Green feel below 35 degrees, the local Salvation Army opens its white flag emergency shelter so anyone can get out of the cold. Working with Room in the Inn and churches, they’re currently housing up to 40 people nightly and urge residents to watch their Facebook page for opening updates.
5. Shirley Solzman named National Teacher of the Year by National Christian School Association (wbko.com) — A beloved first-grade teacher at Bowling Green’s Foundation Christian Academy has been named National Teacher of the Year by the National Christian School Association. After nearly five decades in education, colleagues praise Shirley Solzman for creating a nurturing, faith-centered classroom where students feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow both academically and spiritually.
📸 Around Bowling Green
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bowling Green
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★ Featured events ★
- Holiday Open House
6308 Callie Ln, Brentwood
11:00 am
Thursday December 11
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Other local events
- The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Phoenix Theatre , Chestnut St , Bowling Green
7:30 pm - Girls JV Basketball vs Russell County High School
Warren County , 8140 Nashville Road , Bowling Green
6:00 pm - Girls Varsity Basketball vs Russell County High School
Warren County , 8140 Nashville Road , Bowling Green
7:15 pm - Girls Varsity Wrestling @ Central Hardin High School
Warren County , 3040 Leitchfield Rd , Cecilia
7:00 am - Boys Varsity Boys Basketball @ Monroe County High School
Warren County , 507 Trojan Trail Rd , Glasgow
1:00 pm - J C Kirby and Son Christmas Spectacular
Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) , 601 College St , Bowling Green
6:30 pm - Kentucky Public Retirees Barren River Chapter Meeting
177 N Graham St , Bowling Green
10:00 am - Boys Varsity Bowling vs Warren East High School
Warren County , 2710 Scottsville Road , Bowling Green
5:00 pm - Girls Varsity Bowling vs Warren East High School
Warren County , 2710 Scottsville Road , Bowling Green
5:00 pm
Thursday December 11
Friday December 12
Saturday December 13
Monday December 15
Tuesday December 16
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Tacos & Theology
El Mazatlan , 600 US-31W , Bowling Green
12:00 pm - Danny Gokey and Natalie Grant
Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) , 601 College St , Bowling Green
6:00 pm - *New* Painting with Watercolors (C) - Bowling Green, KY 2025
Warren County Public Library - Bob Kirby Branch , 175 Iron Skillet Ct , Bowling Green
6:00 pm - 4th Annual CHD awareness tournament for Eli’s Village
885 Mount Olivet Rd , Bowling Green
2:00 pm
Thursday December 11
Saturday December 13
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Building a private guild/friendgroup of local artists.
Getting together once a month for gaming, collabs, chillin. I'm into leatherworking, woodworking, and piano. Feel free to reach out. (Nextdoor Double Springs) - Good morning, yall.
Having a special celebration. Then we would love to help with the cooking,. We can do dinner parties up to 25 anymore would take away from the… (Nextdoor WKU Campus)
- Checkers & Rally's - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in Bowling Green. Apply here.
- Warren County Public Schools, KY posted a job opening for Athletic Coordinator--Football (Warren East High School): 2025-2026 in Bowling Green. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bowling Green here.
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