Good morning, Bowling Green.

FAT Brands declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy and all Smokey Bones locations closed by April 28, with the Bowling Green restaurant on Scottsville Road shutting Tuesday and displaying a sign thanking guests for the memories.

Last Friday's SOKY Speaks featured Tommy Modeszto and Bryan Lewis (from Hope House BG) discussing Hope Fest and its role in local community plans.

The segment outlined upcoming festival activities for our area.

City of Bowling Green announced that crews will start construction next week on an 8-foot-wide multi-use path along Highland Way between Nashville Road and Smallhouse Road.

The 4,100-foot path is designed for walkers and bikers and may cause traffic delays during work.

South Warren's softball team stayed undefeated after beating Greenwood 6-1 on Thursday, April 30 at South Warren High School.

Pitcher Layla Ogden threw a complete game to clinch the top District 14 seed while Greenwood managed one solo homer.

Bowling Green High School and Junior High School have hired new cheer coaches this week, with Thomas Vincent leading the high school team and Oshkea Carothers coaching the junior squad — both bringing strong local experience and a track record of success to their roles.

The Hot Rods lost 2 to 0 to the Rome Emperors at AdventHealth Stadium on Thursday, Apr.

30. Jose Urbina allowed one unearned run while Emilien Pitre earned his third multi-hit game (his performance stood out), and the teams will resume their series on Friday at 5:45 p.m.

Western Kentucky had five players named to the 2026 Kentucky Collegiate All-Commonwealth Team, as announced Thursday by the Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame.

The Hilltoppers, recognized for on-field and classroom leadership, will open the season at Nevada on Sept. 5.

Western Kentucky shortstop Reid Howard was named a Brooks Wallace Award semifinalist by the College Baseball Foundation as one of 50 top shortstops chosen for his season performance; the award will be presented later this year.

Scotties lost by a score of 6 to 3 to Warren East on Thursday night in a district baseball game locally.

Warren East scored three runs in the first two innings while the Raiders improved to a 3 to 1 district record as the Scotties dropped to 1 to 3 overall.

Glasgow's Lady Scotties lost four to two on Thursday in a 15th District contest against Allen County Scottsville after falling behind early, which dropped their district record to one four while the Lady Patriots improved to five to zero.

Bowling Green senior Payton Steward drove in nine runs to guide the Lady Purples to a 25 to 0 win over Warren Central on Thursday. (Steward went 4 for 4 with two triples and two doubles, and the team is set to host Ohio County on Friday.)

At the Dragon Invitational track meet on Thursday at Warren Central, Central's boys team won (213 points) while Logan County's girls team led with 158 points among seven teams, marking a strong local performance.

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.

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.

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.

Community Farmers Market

8 AM – 1 PM — Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore fresh produce and local goods from Bowling Green's dedicated farmers.

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.

NHRA JEGS SportsNATIONAL

8 AM - 4 PM — Beechbend Raceway Park — Admission varies — Experience thrilling drag races at the NHRA JEGS SportsNATIONAL in Bowling Green.

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.

Community Farmers Market

8 AM – 1 PM — Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover fresh produce and local goods at this vibrant market in Bowling Green.