Good morning, Bowling Green.

Crews are working on the first phase of Riverfront Park along the Barren River by beginning groundwork and constructing a cofferdam to install a new boat ramp.

Progress depends on river levels and weather while land for parking and walking paths is being graded.

A Thursday segment of Sunrise Spotlight featured Ashlee Wilson, Ashton Smith, and Seth Smith discussing an upcoming softball tournament that will benefit the Med Center Health Foundation.

Three tornadoes hit nearby counties Sunday night, with two low-end EF-0 events in Logan and Butler counties and an EF-1 near Richardsville.

Emergency crews reported no injuries and have since restored power and cleared debris.

Gov. Andy Beshear announced on March 5 that Kentucky State Police joined Team Kentucky’s Stop Scams initiative to share educational resources and victim services.

The effort aims to fight scams that reportedly cost locals over $74 million yearly.

Dr. Michael West of Tristar Greenview Hospital says that while colorectal cancer cases are declining for residents 65 and older, increasing processed food consumption and screenings have led to diagnoses in those under 65.

He advises starting colonoscopy screenings at age 45 or ten years before a relative’s diagnosis.

The Medical Center performed its 500th minimally invasive heart pump procedure using the Impella device to support weak hearts, said cardiologist Dr. Sardar Ijaz.

The milestone helped a cancer patient receive needed surgery and shows improved care at the hospital.

Kentucky’s WIC program will roll out new food packages this month to give families more flexible food choices, including more whole grains and reduced juice portions.

Health official Ethan Martin said the changes add items like canned fish while removing products that do not meet updated nutrition guidelines.

T.J. Regional Health hosted its annual women’s conference at the Cave Area Conference Center in Cave City where speakers, health resources and local vendors empowered attendees with tips on wellness and community connection.

Meet Dapper, a charming lab mix featured as Pet of the Day by Morgantown Bank and Trust+he shows friendly behavior, obeys commands, and gets along with other dogs.

Contact the Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society or call 270-783-9404 for more details.

On Wednesday the visiting Lady Raiders, led by junior Jordan Brooks with a 3-for-4 day at the plate, won 8-3 over Todd County Central — Autumn Brooks pitched five scoreless innings.

The team will play at Logan County on Friday.

The WKU baseball team beat Belmont 7-2 on Wednesday at First Horizon Park in Nashville with Lane Arroyos' three-run home run and strong pitching, marking five straight wins; the team will play a three-game series against Jax State starting Friday at 6 p.m. CT.

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.

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.

WKU Baseball vs. Liberty Flames

4-8 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup as the Hilltoppers face off against the Flames.

WKU Baseball vs Belmont

6:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Cheer for WKU Baseball as they take on Belmont in a thrilling matchup.

Community Farmers Market

8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover fresh produce and connect with local farmers and artisans.