Today
in Bowling Green
Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Warren County Parks and Recreation hosted its third annual P.A.C.E. Marathon and Half Marathon on Saturday in Smiths Grove with over 100 participants. Proceeds from registration fees will fund youth sports scholarships, and the event added a new Puppy Pace 5K (allowing runners to bring their dogs). WBKO
- ➤ Mike and Mickeye Murphy were named Southcentral Kentuckian of the Year on Tuesday by the Community Foundation of Southcentral Kentucky in Bowling Green. The honor recognizes Mike—known for transforming our local landscape—and celebrates his lasting impact on the community. Bowling Green Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The National Corvette Museum has added Michael Jordan's 1993 Corvette ZR1 to its Pop Culture and Corvette exhibition; the iconic car, featured in ESPN's 'Last Dance' and sporting its 40th Anniversary Package, is on loan until Spring + K12 students receive $10 admission with a free poster in May. WBKO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dominic Di Palermo, a WKU photojournalism student, contributed to the Chicago Tribune’s local reporting on immigration enforcement that earned a Pulitzer Prize. He is the first WKU student to win while enrolled, showcasing strong support from professors and his work at the WKU Herald. Bowling Green Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bowling Green Hot Rods beat the Brooklyn Cyclones in a doubleheader sweep Saturday at Bowling Green Ballpark — Tony Santa Maria hit a walk-off single in Game 1 while Ricardo Gonzalez sealed Game 2 with a home run. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky's Erica Houge and Anna Mauck were named to the 2026 Conference USA Softball All-Tournament Team on Saturday. Houge earned two wins with a 1.95 ERA while Mauck led with a .556 average during the tournament. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ WKU softball season ended Friday with a 5-2 loss to Jacksonville State in Newark, Delaware — the Hilltoppers finished with a 39-14 record and set seven single-season records. Bowling Green Daily News
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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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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.
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Community Bike Ride & Dine
5:30-8 p.m. — Atomic Kitchen — Free entry — Celebrate Duncan Hines Days with a community bike ride and enjoy a meal afterwards.
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Lee Brice Concert
6:30-9:00 PM — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Tickets available — Experience the hits of one of country music's most celebrated artists live in Bowling Green.
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