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in Bowling Green
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Corvette Museum hosted an Ag breakfast in Bowling Green where local farmers and consumers learned about food costs through fun games and shared insights. Future Farmers of America students assisted + a ham auction raised over $3,000 to benefit local farming efforts. WNKY
- ➤ Flower, a 6-pound champion purrer — rescued from a lonely county road — now seeks a home with no dogs as the Pet of the Day by Morgantown Bank and Trust. Contact Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society at 270-842-8572 for details. WNKY
- ➤ Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is gearing up for summer with the reopening of the Russell Sims Aquatic Center on May 25 (spring sports have already begun and camp registrations are open), including an adaptive summer camp to welcome children with disabilities. WNKY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ General Motors in Bowling Green unveiled the new 2027 Grand Sport on Friday morning. The car, with a 6.7L V-8 engine, is in test drives and will be available for purchase this summer (marking 45 years of local Corvette assembly). WNKY
- ➤ Ontario native Shawn Rubel built Vecteezy at WKU Innovation Campus from a humble startup into a digital stock art marketplace that now serves more than 100 million users. Rubel credits local support and his small-town roots for the steady growth and community impact of his business. Bowling Green Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On March 26, Barren County teacher Scott Johnson taught over three dozen education majors at Lindsey Wilson College, sharing his STEAM lessons and his low-cost 3D-printed prosthetic hand project (featured on national TV). He urged future educators to be humble and learn from their students. WCLU Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bowling Green Fire Department hosts its Officer Training School this week — firefighters train for leadership roles to enhance emergency response and team coordination as multiple agencies share insights. Chief Justin Brooks says the program prepares participants for greater responsibilities during emergencies. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 18-year-old Dillon Meador (who has autism) from Bowling Green will represent Kentucky at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota from June 20-26. He hopes to spotlight his hometown and show how Special Olympics have empowered him. WNKY
- ➤ Greenwood beat the Raiders 16-1 at Warren East on Thursday, March 26 thanks to a strong second inning that produced 15 hits. Coach Jason Jaggers said the team worked hard and bounced back after a game with few hits the day before. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Bowling Green's softball team won 14-2 in six innings against Edmonson County on Thursday, led by Payton Steward’s four-run drive (Hadley Morrison added an RBI). The team will host Butler County on Monday. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ NHRA officials announced that the historic Hot Rod Reunion will be held June 18-20 at Beech Bend Raceway, marking a return to its roots as part of the 75th anniversary season. Broc Porter (the track operator since 1984) will lead the event featuring nostalgia drag racing and car shows. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Barren County High School seniors Jaxson Byrd, Braxton Carnes, Daylan Thomas and Steele Whitaker signed their letters of intent to play football at Georgetown College and are set to join the team next season. WCLU Radio
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Community Farmers Market
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover fresh produce and connect with local farmers and artisans.
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New Mexico State Aggies at Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Baseball
12-5 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Enjoy collegiate baseball action as the Aggies take on the Hilltoppers.
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Fountain Square Arts Festival
All day — Fountain Square Park — Free entry — Celebrate creativity from local artists at this vibrant arts festival in the heart of Bowling Green.
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Bowling Green Reptile and Exotics Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Sloan Convention Center — Admission fee may apply — Explore a variety of exotic reptiles and other amazing animals in a vibrant vendor atmosphere.
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WKU Baseball vs. Austin Peay
6:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch the WKU Baseball team in action as they take on Austin Peay.
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Carly Pearce Concert
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Tickets available — Experience the evolution of country music with Carly Pearce's heartfelt performance.
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