Good morning, Bowling Green.

Yesterday, on the Wednesday edition of Community Driven, Ashlee Wilson was joined by Melinda Hill (from CASA of South Central Kentucky) to discuss this year’s Boogie Down Bourbon Street event in our community.

Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society features Izzy, a 3-year-old independent kitty who cuddles on her terms and thrives in a calm home with older kids or no kids; adopters can call (270-783-9404) for more details.

Child welfare advocates report a growing shortage of foster parents that leaves many children without stable homes, causing agencies to turn away placements and send kids far from their families.

StepStone Family Services is urging community members to learn the licensing process — a step toward easing reunification delays.

In the past month, two decisions are changing school funding — on Feb.

19, the Kentucky Supreme Court ruled public funds cannot support charter schools, and in late February lawmakers passed HB 1 to allow tax credit scholarships. Local education leaders say this move reinforces support for public schools.

WKU hosted clinical psychologist Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary in the Alumni Center Ballroom on Tuesday, March 10 to explain how understanding anxiety can help build resilience.

The seminar offered practical strategies like scheduled worry sessions (as detailed in her book Future Tense) to help students and attendees manage stress.

Western Kentucky’s softball team earned its first midweek win Tuesday with an 8-0 shutout over Eastern Kentucky at the WKU Softball Complex.

The Hilltoppers will face Conference USA rival Jax State in Jacksonville, Alabama, this weekend at 5 p.m. CT.

Tiffany Harrigan led the Lady Cats to a Region 4 title with 17 points and eight rebounds (with just one turnover in three games).

The team will face Bullitt East in the Girls’ Sweet 16 today.

Trevent Hayes, a Caverna High School graduate and longtime coach, was inducted into the 5th Region Athletic Director Hall of Fame on March 7, honoring his achievements as a versatile athlete and coach—he also runs Hayes Brothers Funeral Home and organizes annual Thanksgiving meals for residents in need.

Twenty-five Hilltoppers participated in WKU’s Pro Day at the new Tim and Sarah Ford Fieldhouse on Tuesday — NFL scouts from around 10 teams measured and tested skills including throwing, speed and strength.

Senior quarterback Maverick McIvor and his teammates showcased drills to impress scouts ahead of the NFL draft.

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.

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.

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.

Warren County Community Egg Hunt

Easter Egg Hunt — 3-5 p.m. — William H. Natcher Elementary — Free entry — Celebrate spring with a fun community-wide egg hunt for all ages.

WKU Softball vs. Middle Tennessee

12:00 p.m. — WKU Softball Field — Free entry — Catch the action as WKU Softball takes on Middle Tennessee in a thrilling matchup.

Jason Isbell Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of Americana music with Jason Isbell in Bowling Green.

Family Enrichment Center's Run & Walk for Children

7 PM — Ephram White Park — Supporting a great cause — Celebrate the 30th annual Run & Walk for Children benefitting the Family Enrichment Center.

30th Annual Run Walk for Children benefiting Family Enrichment Center

1990's throwback themed 5K Run, Walk and Half Marathon beginning at 8AM at Ephram White Park with a Free one mile Glow Run for Kids, Family Matters Expo and Pasta Party the night before. Join Us and support children and families.

WKU Baseball vs. Tennessee Tech

6 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Cheer on the Golden Eagles as they take on the Hilltoppers in an exciting baseball matchup.

Liberty Flames vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Baseball

6-10 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Visit for a thrilling college baseball matchup between Liberty Flames and WKU Hilltoppers.