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in Bowling Green
Monday, April 27th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At WKU’s Spring Sing on Saturday, April 25 at E. A. Diddle Arena, Greek organizations performed movie-themed song and dance routines in a four-hour competition that celebrated creativity and teamwork, with 12 fraternities and 10 sororities participating as part of Greek Week. College Heights Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, WKU held its Greek Week convocation at E.A. Diddle Arena (all 33 Greek chapters were in attendance) where Kappa Delta and Alpha Gamma Rho earned top honors amid competitive events and scholarship awards. College Heights Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Will McCoy joined Doug Thompson on The Sporting Times to discuss high school basketball (as part of The Long Game series) on Apr. 26. WBKO
- ➤ Bowling Green Hot Rods swept the BlueClaws in a doubleheader Saturday at Bowling Green Ballpark with final scores of 3-2 and 5-2 — Anderson Brito struck out 10 batters in the opener. The teams closed their six-game series Sunday at 1:05 p.m. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Unbeaten South Warren Spartans won three softball games over the weekend, beating Green Hill 5-4 on Friday and posting shutouts against Frederick Douglass and Scott County on Saturday at Great Crossing High School. The team improved its record to 29-0 and will face Daviess County on Monday. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ On Saturday, 170 athletes from nearby counties competed at Bowling Green High School in a Special Olympics regional track and field tournament to earn a spot at the state meet in June. The event was coordinated by Bowling Green Parks and Recreation with strong community support. WBKO
- ➤ On Friday, April 24, the 60th annual Greek Week tug competition at WKU Agricultural Research and Education Center saw Phi Delta Theta win the fraternities contest while Chi Omega repeated their sorority victory — over 2,000 attendees cheered teams that had prepared intensely for the event. College Heights Herald
- ➤ Brad Johnson was named Greenwood girls’ basketball coach on Friday, April 24, replacing Terrance Williams. He brings coaching experience from local counties + will start early morning training sessions to build on the team’s strong returning talent for district competition. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ WKU softball secured a 13-2 win over Kennesaw State at the WKU Softball Complex on Saturday, Apr. 25, improving its home record. Coach Amy Tudor praised the team's fourth-inning rally that turned an early deficit into a dominant series win. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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Rural 1st Construction Workshop
5:45-6:45 p.m. — Montana Grille — Free entry — Learn from experts about building your dream home in a rewarding workshop.
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NHRA JEGS SportsNATIONAL
8 AM - 4 PM — Beechbend Raceway Park — Admission varies — Experience thrilling drag races at the NHRA JEGS SportsNATIONAL in Bowling Green.
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Asheville Tourists Baseball Game
5:35-7:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — VIP tickets available — Catch the Asheville Tourists in action with premium game day experiences.
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