Today
in Bowling Green
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WKU will host IdeaFestival Bowling Green today, inviting nearly 950 students for lectures and Q&As — local officials warn increased traffic on College Heights Boulevard and Avenue of Champions, with bus and pedestrian peaks near Cherry Hall at 8 a.m. and Smith Stadium at 1 p.m. College Heights Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Braids have a deep history that started as coded cornrows — today they serve as a form of self-expression and confidence at Braids by Jewel in Bowling Green, honoring centuries-old traditions. WNKY
- ➤ Local musician Bree Barnes turns hardship into art as her music inspires others in Bowling Green. Her album The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly will release Apr. 15 and she mentors a nine-year-old to share lessons learned from her own fight to overcome obstacles. WNKY
- ➤ At Powerhouse Ministries in Bowling Green, Rev. Bryson Bailey said the Black church +once a refuge for enslaved people+ now continues to serve as a safe space for African Americans and remains a pillar of local unity today. WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two local high school seniors were chosen as the 2026-2027 WKU Cherry Presidential Scholarship winners, a top academic award valued at $16,000 a year for four years—Ethan Gallagher will study Visual Journalism and Photography while Brayden Johnson plans to study Biology. WNKY
- ➤ WKU clubs and departments found the greenhouses they use for classes and events fenced off without notice, and a university spokesperson said officials will review course usage before deciding on any demolition. Students and professors are waiting for a clear plan. College Heights Herald
- ➤ Barren County Schools recognized their Teachers of the Year for the 2025-26 academic year in Glasgow + the honorees will now be considered for regional recognition at Western Kentucky University. WNKY
- ➤ A monthly community education class in Bowling Green teaches worship teams basic safety measures such as fire safety and first aid. Instructor Earl Henderson leads the training to help faith-based organizations form security teams and develop clear safety plans. WBKO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The 270-student FFA community at Warren Central High School will host a health banquet for farmers on March 14 at the Southern KY Fairgrounds pavilion (funded by a $5,000 state grant) that aims to raise physical and mental health awareness through roundtable discussions led by local experts. Bowling Green Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WKU Hall of Famer Harry Todd, a celebrated basketball standout and 1958 Mr. Basketball, died Friday at Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital in Paducah at age 87. Visitation is set Wednesday at King’s Funeral Home in Cadiz with a funeral service to follow. Bowling Green Daily News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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WKU Baseball vs. Indiana
3:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch the excitement of WKU Baseball as they take on Indiana.
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WKU Baseball Doubleheader against Indiana
1 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch an exciting doubleheader as WKU Baseball takes on Indiana.
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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.
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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.
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Missouri State Bears vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Women's Basketball
3:30-7:30 p.m. — Diddle Arena — Check event page for ticket prices — Witness an exciting women’s basketball matchup as two teams battle on the court.
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WKU Baseball vs. Indiana State Sycamores
3:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Check website for ticket info — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup under the sun in Bowling Green.
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