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in Bowling Green
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 29th Trailblazers event was held yesterday at Mount Zion Baptist Church to honor local Black achievers in community service, education, and public service. The program featured readings of honorees’ bios, a spoken-word poem, and tributes from officials (including Judge Ralph Bailey and youth ambassador Cayden Dunn). Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ On Saturday, Feb. 28, Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz spoke at Capitol Theater + 250 locals listened as she honored her father's legacy, shared her childhood experiences, and stressed that education builds community during the close of Black History Month. College Heights Herald
- ➤ WKU hosted its first open mic night in Grise Hall on Thursday, Feb. 26 with 15 performers sharing poetry, fiction and screenwriting. Heather Neidlinger (a third-year MFA candidate) said the series will continue with events on March 26 and April 23. College Heights Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WKU’s Resilient Refugee Program, launched in 2022, helped refugee student Ataulla Tahiri graduate in fall 2025 with a finance and economics degree and pursue a Master’s in economics – the program also earned WKU a 2026 Senator Paul Simon Award as a Spotlight Award winner for internationalization. College Heights Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, a Startup Garden event at WKU’s Innovation Campus examined the BG 2050 Project, a county initiative using AI tools and community input to plan for smarter growth and economic diversity. Officials detailed improved infrastructure, housing, and transit as the area prepares for future expansion. College Heights Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky's softball team earned two wins in a Saturday event at the WKU Softball Complex, beating Illinois and Ball State. Sophomore pitcher Erica Houge helped the team build a nine-game streak and an 8-0 home record in Bowling Green. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky pitcher Erica Houge threw a no-hitter in a 5-0 win over IU Indy on Sunday at the WKU Softball Complex, earning the program's 14th no-hitter and improving the team's record to 15-3. She walked one batter and struck out six in six innings. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Today, Caverna hosted a memorial for student Eli Heacock on the one-year anniversary of his passing as the Colonels won the 18th District Championship Game 48-40 in overtime against LaRue County. The win united local supporters (honoring his memory) in a spirited celebration of community sports. WCLU Radio
- ➤ Western Kentucky’s baseball team split a Saturday doubleheader at Nick Denes Field — they lost game one 3-1 and won game two 14-12. They now lead the four-game series 2-1 and will finish it Sunday. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ At Diddle Arena on Sunday + Monroe County advanced with a 45-40 win over Bowling Green while Barren County's Trojanettes won 71-44 over Logan County in the 2026 4th Region Girls Basketball Tournament; both teams will meet again Friday at 6:30 p.m. for a rematch. WNKY
- ➤ Kenyon Martin and Jaylin Craine talked about their team's effort after the Colonels beat LaRue 48-40 in overtime to win the 18th District title on March 1. WCLU Radio
- ➤ Glasgow junior guard Bradley scored 25 points to lead the Scotties to a 75-67 double-overtime win at Glasgow High School on Friday night. They will face Monroe County in the Region 4 tournament quarterfinals at Diddle Arena. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Monroe County Lady Falcons rallied to win a 45-40 Region 4 Tournament basketball game at E.A. Diddle Arena on Sunday, March 1. They will face Barren County Friday at 6:30 p.m. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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WKU Baseball vs. Indiana State
4 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Visit for exciting collegiate baseball action as WKU takes on Indiana State.
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WKU Baseball vs. Indiana State
1-5 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Admission details unavailable — Catch the excitement of college baseball action with WKU battling Indiana State.
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WKU Softball vs. Eastern Kentucky
6:00 p.m. — WKU Softball Field — Admission varies — Catch the excitement as WKU Softball takes on Eastern Kentucky in a thrilling matchup.
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WKU Hilltoppers Baseball vs. EKU Colonels
3 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Watch an exciting college baseball matchup between WKU and EKU in Bowling Green.
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Community Farmers Market
8 AM – 1 PM — Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore fresh local produce and artisan goods at this vibrant Bowling Green market.
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FIU Panthers vs. WKU Hilltoppers Men's Baseball
12-4 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Cost info not specified — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup in Bowling Green.
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WKU Softball vs. Louisville
6:00 p.m. — WKU Softball Field — Free entry — Catch the action as WKU's softball team takes on Louisville in an exciting matchup.
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