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in Bowling Green
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in Bowling Green are invited to a free, sensory-friendly Autism Awareness Carnival hosted by Surpass Behavioral Health this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1048 Ashley Street, Suite 101 where emergency vehicle displays and interactive games will be available. WNKY
- ➤ Bowling Green Parks and Recreation announced that the Lovers Lane Soccer Complex playground will close later this week for renovations — new renderings show planned improvements expected to finish mid-May. WNKY
- ➤ United Way of Southern Kentucky's 211 call center will launch a monthlong social media campaign to highlight local resources for new parents, graduates, and others in transition. The service connects callers with over 500 nonprofits to offer help for everyday needs and emergencies — reinforcing community ties this spring. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ On Monday, Apr. 13, Tommy Modeszto spoke with Darby Meredith of Toys For Tots on SOKY Speaks to highlight plans for this year's Teeing Off For Tots benefit (designed to collect toys for children in need). WNKY
- ➤ Mitchell Berman and Patrick McKinney announced the 3rd Annual Big Local Fest 2026, set for April 18 at Circus Square Park starting at 11 am. The event will offer family-friendly activities for local residents. WBKO
- ➤ First Christian Church in Bowling Green celebrated the $1.75 million renovation on Sunday as church leaders and partners held a re-dedication event to open a modern, welcoming hub for worship and community outreach, including a free grocery store for neighbors. WNKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Warren County Judge/Executive Doug Gorman has issued a burn ban amid dry conditions that risk wildfires in local woodlands, lawns and shrubbery. The order, following Bowling Green Fire Department requests, is in effect until further notice and violators face penalties ($50 to $500). WBKO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Med Center Health will host an Expectant Parent Fair tomorrow from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Medical Center (WKU Health Sciences Complex) to provide expectant parents with essential support and information. WBKO
- ➤ The Kentucky Cannabis Industry Association will hold patient drives in April and May to help qualified residents obtain a Medical Cannabis Card by guiding them through the process ($25 per appointment) and hosting a drive at White Squirrel Brewery in Bowling Green; additional events will take place statewide. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western Kentucky softball earned a 6-2 win over Liberty on Sunday in Lynchburg, Virginia with key home runs from Maci Masters and Lauren Satterly that tied the team’s record at 50 season long balls. The Hilltoppers will face Evansville on Wednesday at 5 p.m. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ The Hot Rods lost 10 to 3 to the Rome Emperors on Sunday at Bowling Green Ballpark, even though Theo Gillen hit two home runs. The team will face the Greenville Drive at Fluor Field Tuesday at 5:45 p.m. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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Community Farmers Market
8 AM – 1 PM — Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore local produce and artisan goods in a vibrant outdoor market setting.
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3H Farm's Market's Spring Festival
All day — 3H Farm's Market — Free entry — Celebrate Mother's Day weekend with over 75 vendors and delicious food trucks at this lively festival.
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Dallas Baptist Patriots at Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Baseball
12-5 p.m. — Nick Denes Field — Check website for ticket info — Cheer on the Hilltoppers as they take on the Patriots in an exciting college baseball matchup.
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