Good morning, Bowling Green.

United Way honored local volunteers and businesses at the Live United Awards on Thursday night at the Sloan Convention Center.

The event highlighted efforts in education, food access, and family services and introduced Legacy Awards for longtime supporters (Ann Puckett and Steve Thurmond).

Julie Milam has joined the Bowling Green Chamber as executive vice president partnership services, bringing over 20 years of community involvement and small business advocacy.

She will work with partners to boost local programs and support business growth.

Today, the Boys & Girls Club featured on Poppy’s Pop-In to show off its after-school programs, and Flora Templeton Stuart donated $500 to support its work.

Franklin's Planning and Zoning Commission tabled a preliminary development plan for a data center project proposed by TenKey LandCo I LLC on Thursday at Franklin-Simpson High School.

The proposal outlines a potential $1.6-billion investment covering 200 acres near Exit 2 of Interstate 65 and 100+ jobs but faces further review.

The Robert E. Spiller Veterans Center is set to open in April as a state-of-the-art live-in nursing facility for veterans that spans 80,000 sqft (with capacity for up to 140 residents).

The center is hiring nurses, cooks, and housekeepers after receiving its certificate of occupancy.

Western Kentucky softball (30-21-1 last season) is building its young, experienced team as Coach Amy Tudor returns nearly all starters.

The Hilltoppers will open Conference USA play on March 6, aiming to boost offense and defense.

Western Kentucky lost 71-66 to Jacksonville State at E.A.

Diddle Arena on Thursday, Feb. 5 as 50 free-throw attempts turned the tide for the Gamecocks. Coach Hank Plona said his team lost focus as players collected technicals and fouled out late.

The Hot Rods are launching a new alternate identity, the White Squirrels, to celebrate a rare local wildlife species and community heritage.

The team will debut special jerseys on Friday, May 22 against the Asheville Tourists with theme nights hosted by White Squirrel Brewery.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. BYU Cougars

3:30-6:30 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Competitive ticket prices — Experience thrilling college football action with the Hilltoppers taking on the Cougars.

BYU Cougars vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Baseball

1 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Cost info unavailable — Catch a thrilling college baseball matchup as the Cougars take on the Hilltoppers.

WKU Baseball vs Southeast Missouri State

3:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch the thrilling action as the WKU Hilltoppers take on the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks on the diamond.

Steel Magnolias

6:30 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming tales of six Southern women in a lively beauty salon setting.

WKU Baseball vs Southeast Missouri State

12-4 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Ticket info not provided — Cheer on the WKU Hilltoppers as they take on SEMO in this exciting baseball matchup.

Hilltopper Basketball vs. New Mexico State

5:30-7:30 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Cost info not specified — Catch the action as the Hilltoppers take on NMSU in a thrilling basketball matchup.

WKU Baseball vs. Indiana

3:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch the excitement of WKU Baseball as they take on Indiana.

WKU Baseball Doubleheader against Indiana

1 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch an exciting doubleheader as WKU Baseball takes on Indiana.

WKU Baseball vs. Indiana

1-5 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup featuring WKU battling Indiana.

Great Pages Circus

4:30-6 p.m. — SOKY Fair — Adults $20, Children free with paid adult — Enjoy thrilling performances and a fun atmosphere at the Great Pages Circus.