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A Warren Central High School senior saved two students from drowning at Phil Moore Park last month—he jumped in after hearing a call for help—and was honored in Fiscal Court this week as local officials praised his bravery.

Catholic communities in Bowling Green and worldwide celebrated Cardinal Robert Prevost’s selection as Pope Leo XIV on Thursday afternoon+he is expected to follow Pope Francis’s lead.

Bishop William Medley of the Diocese of Owensboro will be replaced when he retires in two to three years.

WBKO announced that tickets are now available for the 2025 St. Jude Dream Home—a project that has partnered with the hospital for 21 years to help children in Southcentral Kentucky; the home in the South Haven subdivision (near South Warren High School) features four bedrooms and two bathrooms and tickets cost $100 to support St. Jude’s work. Home designer Darrel Sweets said the event gives people a chance to own a new home while aiding lifesaving care for kids.

Today the Warren County Specialty Courts hosted a Recovery Walk at the Warren County Justice Center to honor National Treatment Court Month and show how treatment courts help those battling addiction get their lives back on track.

Participants carried signs and wore themed attire—underlining that structured support offers a clear path to recovery instead of jail time.

On Friday morning, around 6:05 a.m., Bowling Green firefighters responded to a reported structure fire at 111 Cosma Drive—located in Magna—and observed visible flames from the roof before crews extinguished the fire—leaving no injuries reported.

A Bowling Green man, Devonte T.

Barber, 26, was arrested Wednesday after police said he received a 32-pound package of marijuana from California—detectives executed a search warrant at his Lynhurst Drive home and also seized 2.5 pounds of marijuana, a handgun, and $590 in cash.

Bowling Green student Anna Cox was rushed to the UK Albert B.

Chandler Emergency Department with severe pain and later diagnosed with stage 4 lymphoma; she changed her path, quit her job, and returned to school to study medicine. She matched into the UK HealthCare Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program and plans to move back to Lexington with her husband & daughter to care for her community.

Buick GS Nationals 2025

May 14-17 — Beechbend Raceway Park — Various fees apply — Celebrate 60 years of the Gran Sport with racing, a car show, and family-friendly events.

Buick GS Nationals

4 days of racing — Beechbend Raceway Park — Entry fees may apply — Celebrate 60 years of the Gran Sport with racing, a car show, and more.

Bowling Green Garden Club's Fairy Garden Tour

1-4 p.m. — Lost River Cave — $10 Adults, $5 Children — Explore enchanting fairy gardens and enjoy tea and refreshments with the family.

NHRA SportsNATIONAL OPEN

Friday, May 23rd — 1:00 AM - 12:59 AM — Beechbend Raceway Park — $20/day, Kids 12 & under free — Experience thrilling drag racing action with a special combo race and family fun activities.

Bowling Green Hot Rods vs. Jersey Shore BlueClaws

6:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Ticket purchase required — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball in a vibrant atmosphere.

Natasha Neely Tribute Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Capitol — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a heartfelt tribute to Dolly Parton with Natasha Neely and her Nashville band.

Annual Glen Russelburg Draft Horse Championship Pull

9:00 a.m. — L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center — Admission details not specified — Experience the excitement of pony and horse pulling competitions.