Good morning, Bowling Green.

The Barren River Area Child Advocacy Center in Bowling Green is hosting events and volunteer opportunities in April to raise awareness on child abuse.

Community Outreach Coordinator Ashley Hardin said that 90% of abused children know their abuser—three children in every Kentucky classroom have been sexually abused, urging community members to take action.

Hope Harbor hosted the annual Take Back the Night event at Fountain Square Park in Bowling Green on Saturday, April 12, where sexual assault survivors shared personal stories and poems and later joined a candlelight vigil—community groups and campus organizations provided support through free resources and activities.

Bowling Green city streets will have one lane open for repairs from today through Wednesday as AT&T works on manhole excavation on parts of East 10th Street and State Street.

The city said local parking is available on Chestnut and State Streets and motorists will be directed using message boards, cones, and barrels.

Officials are holding a public meeting Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary School gymnasium to gather input on the Veterans Memorial project that will add a roundabout at the intersection of Veterans Memorial, Old Barren River Road and Victoria Street along with a raised median and refuge islands to improve safety — the project has received $11 million in grant funds and right-of-way work will begin before construction starts in one and a half to two years.

On April 13th, Sports Connection interviewed WKU Tennis head coach Greg Davis ahead of the Conference Tournament and the Barren County Trojans Baseball team led by head coach J.R.

Estes and seniors JP Hyde, Sutton Hyde, and Jackson Reece. The interviews provided clear insight into the teams’ performance and upcoming challenges—helping local sports fans stay informed.

WKU Softball vs. Middle Tennessee State

6:00 p.m. — WKU Softball Field — Cost info not provided — Cheer on the Hilltoppers as they face off against the Blue Raiders in a thrilling softball matchup.

WKU Baseball vs. Middle Tennessee State

3:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Cheer on the Hilltoppers as they take on the Blue Raiders in an exciting baseball showdown.

Easter Celebration at The Foundry

9:30-11 a.m. — The Foundry Christian Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with an exciting egg hunt and activities for the kids.

Earth Week Celebration

All day — Lost River Cave — Free volunteer opportunities — Celebrate the restoration of local ecosystems while enjoying hands-on activities in nature.

WKU Baseball vs. Evansville

6:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch the Hilltoppers take on the Purple Aces in an exciting college baseball matchup.

The Bowtie Nationals

April 25-27 — Beechbend Raceway Park — Entry fees vary — Experience thrilling drag racing, autocross, and a massive car show at this exciting automotive festival.

Arbor Day Celebration

9 AM – 12 PM — Kereiakes Park Disc Golf Course — Free entry — Celebrate trees and their benefits with the community at this annual event.

WKU Baseball vs. Kentucky Wildcats

6:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Cost info not provided — Experience a thrilling collegiate baseball matchup in Bowling Green.

Fountain Row Friday Live Music Series

4:30-7 p.m. — Fountain Square Park — Free entry — Enjoy free live music while sipping beverages from White Squirrel Brewery and supporting local student scholarships.

WKU Baseball vs. Louisiana Tech

1:00 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Free entry — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup as the Hilltoppers take on the Bulldogs.