Today
in Bowling Green
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Bowling Green. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society saw a surge in pet adoptions thanks to the Bissell + Empty the Shelters campaign offering reduced fees through Sunday. In the past two weeks, shelter staff adopted out 135 of 185 animals to ease overcrowding and promote better care. WNKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Throwback Thursday piece reviews a Civil War plot when Kentucky-born Dr. Luke Pryor Blackburn allegedly smuggled yellow fever–contaminated items (clothing, sheets) from Bermuda to the North in 1864. The plan unraveled after investigators tracked suspicious shipments, and Blackburn later rebuilt his reputation as governor. WNKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Beshear announced today that Bowling Green gained Kentucky’s 10th EV fast-charging station at Casey’s on Russellville Rd. — the site has four charging ports at up to 400 kW each and was built by Francis Energy under the federally funded NEVI program. WBKO
- ➤ Warren County retired former court security officer Johnny Bullington was honored when Judge Executive Doug Gorman read his proclamation during fiscal court on Thursday morning. The sheriff’s office praised his service from February 2023 until March 26 and noted his resilience while battling a serious illness (a highlight for the community). WNKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Medical Center at Bowling Green held its annual awards Monday, honoring nurses and support staff with titles like Nurse of the Year, Clinical Support Person of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and the Faye White Nursing Leadership Award. Winners included Jaclyn Carter, Lisa Adkinson, Eli Alvey, and Crystal Thomas. WNKY
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Morgantown Bank and Trust spots Kiya, a well-behaved and affectionate house-trained dog who gets along with kids, other dogs, and wildlife (she even announces when animals are near); those interested can visit Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society or call (270) 783-9404 to meet her. WNKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WKU men's basketball coach Hank Plona signed redshirt senior Trevion LaBeaux for the 2026-27 season on Thursday, May 14. LaBeaux played at East Carolina and Indian Hills and comes back from injury to help the team win. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Western Kentucky softball’s Erica Houge, Annie White, and Jenna Blanton were named NFCA All-Region team members on Thursday + Houge earned Second Team honor while White and Blanton received Third Team recognition. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ At a Wednesday Class 2A, Region 2 track meet, host Warren East finished second in boys' competition with 90 points after champion Taylor County scored 102 points — Brayden Lightfoot won both the long jump and high jump, and in the girls' event, LaRue County earned first place with 111 points. Bowling Green Daily News
- ➤ Bowling Green Hot Rods set a franchise record with nine stolen bases in a 5-1 win over the Greenville Drive Thursday at Fluor Field. They will face Greenville again today at 5:45 p.m. with LHP Garrett Gainey set to pitch. WNKY
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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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Community Farmers Market
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover fresh produce and local goods at this vibrant, year-round market.
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