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in Bowling Green
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday's SoKY Speaks, Ashlee Wilson hosted a discussion featuring Marti Gatewood and Tammra Turner who examined Oakland Mount Zion Baptist Church's Seven Sayings Of Jesus (a focus on the church's message). WNKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ BGISD announced Clay Stephens as its new Director of Pupil Personnel effective July 1 (he is currently an assistant principal at Bowling Green High School) and he will manage attendance, mental health services and supervise Family Resource and Youth Services Centers. WNKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Shekar at the Medical Center at Bowling Green said over-the-counter medicine (including nasal sprays) should be tried for spring allergies, but if sneezing, coughing, or wheezing do not improve, residents should consult their healthcare provider to check for allergic asthma. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WKU Softball won a series Thursday by beating Sam Houston 9-1 and 6-1 and recording five home runs and 22 hits across both games. The team will face its final game today at 5 p.m. CT as it looks to complete a sweep. WNKY
- ➤ Glasgow's boys and girls track teams finished fourth at the Great Gator Invitational Tuesday. The boys scored 70 points + the girls 73 while standout efforts in the long jump and relays stood out. WCLU Radio
- ➤ South Warren softball won 11-0 against Barren County on Wednesday, with Layla Ogden pitching a five-inning shutout at the home field. The Spartans will play today against Sparkman (Alabama) in the Bob Jones Classic in Huntsville. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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WKU Baseball vs. Kennesaw State
6:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Tickets available — Cheer on the WKU Hilltoppers as they face off against Kennesaw State in a thrilling baseball matchup.
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WKU Baseball vs. Kennesaw State
3-8 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Cost info not specified — Catch the action as WKU Baseball takes on Kennesaw State in this exciting matchup.
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
7 PM — The Capitol — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless sound of the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra on their national tour.
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