Good morning, Bowling Green.

The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce announced its 2026 Excellence Awards nominees, including WNKY's Wilson for the ATHENA Young Professional award.

The awards event is scheduled for May 12 at the Sloan Convention Center - tickets are available on Eventbrite.

Zing! 106.7, a new radio station launched by Commonwealth Broadcasting on Tuesday, Mar.

31, airs a bright adult contemporary format with shows like Murphy, Sam & Jodi, Macy G and The TJ Show. It will also host the Glasgow Christmas Parade.

The Butler County Arts Hall of Fame will induct its first honoree, Grady Roger Givens (long-time arts supporter) on April 18 at the Eva Hawes Community Center in Morgantown.

The event features a tribute by actor Andy Stahl, musical performances, and funds raised will support future arts events.

Bowling Green High School will stage the musical Legally Blonde as Ashlee Wilson discussed the production with Finley Hondorp and Marshall Wiggins on Friday's Sunrise Spotlight.

The show will highlight local students' talent.

Western Kentucky University professor Dr. Amy Brausch earned the Conference USA Faculty Achievement Award on Thursday.

She is recognized for her strong teaching and research on suicide prevention — which has involved over 40 collaborators — and for mentoring both graduate and undergraduate students.

On April 11, WKU will host the Student Scholar Showcase at Downing Student Union with 254 undergraduate and graduate projects from 34 departments.

The free event will include 157 poster exhibits and 97 oral presentations, and community members are welcome to attend.

WKU student-athletes Nina McMurtrey and Katie Murphy (women’s golf and softball) received Conference USA Commissioner’s Academic Medals last year, joining a record 101 recipients who maintained a GPA of 3.75 or higher.

Their awards underscore the school’s commitment to academic success.

WKU Forensics finished its debate season with key wins and awards at the 80th National Debate Tournament (Mar.

27–30) at University of Houston and at the ADA Nationals (Mar. 7–9) at Emory University; team members earned honors including the first-ever freshman champion at the LD Grand Prix.

Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society features pet of the day Dee O Gee (an 8-year-old, well-mannered dog) perfect for families looking for a calm companion; interested adopters can visit the society or call (270) 783-9404.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.