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in Bowling Green
Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Theta Alpha Alpha chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity raised over $7,000 in its annual bourbon raffle and donated the funds to 10 local nonprofits in Warren County last Friday — a donation check was presented to Jonesville Academy to benefit boys of color. WBKO
- ➤ Despite rain, BiG Local Fest was held yesterday at Circus Square Park where dozens of local vendors and food trucks offered shopping and dining options for residents. Bowling Green Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ TriStar Lovers Lane ER hosted a Bear-y Better ER Experience on Saturday, allowing hundreds of children and families to learn about emergency care through fun, hands-on activities (like checking vital signs and bandaging) at the only 24/7 freestanding emergency room in Bowling Green. WBKO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Connor Hujsak’s two-run homer tied the game in the top of the ninth, but extra innings ended in an 8-7 loss for the Bowling Green Hot Rods to the Greenville Drive at Flour Field in Greenville on Friday, Apr. 17. The teams will complete the series on Saturday at 5:45 p.m. (CT). Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ On Saturday, April 18, the Bowling Green Purples beat Christian County 5-1 at Bowling Green High School, with right fielder Henry Phillips scoring a key run amid cheering teammates. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky softball swept a doubleheader against UTEP on Friday with scores of 9-0 and 7-1 at the WKU Softball Complex, boosting their home record to 22-1; the team will complete the three-game series today at 11 a.m. (coach Amy Tudor praised strong pitching). Bowling Green Daily News
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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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Bowtie Nationals Featuring GM Invasion
All day — Beechbend Raceway Park — Entry fee varies — Experience thrilling drag racing, car shows, and exciting contests at this popular automotive event.
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Community Farmers Market
8 AM – 1 PM — Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore fresh produce and local goods from Bowling Green's dedicated farmers.
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