Good morning, Bowling Green.

The Community Foundation named Jim and Darlene Johnson South Central Kentuckians of the Year on Thursday for their decades of service to the area—especially Bowling Green.

This award, given during the foundation's 13th anniversary, honors their work with local groups.

The Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green announced that the Hayward Minton Thunderfest Fireworks Show and Music Festival will take place at Ephram White Park on Saturday, June 28, featuring live entertainment, a kids zone, food trucks, and a headlining performance by Rowdy Shea—gates open at 3 p.m. and admission is $25 per carload.

The Warren County Public Library now runs the SOKY Center as a hub for local small businesses to start, offering resources like a commercial kitchen and wellness equipment.

Local vendors, including a Syrian restaurant and a yoga program for mothers, benefit from the space and are encouraged to contact the library for more information.

Kenneth Ray Moore, a Bowling Green man, was sentenced in federal court to three years and 10 months in prison and two years of supervised release for fraud, money laundering and tax evasion—he stole over $1.1 million from his employer between October 2009 and May 2020 and must pay over $1.5 million in restitution.

Yesterday, Warren County took final steps toward its Recovery Ready Communities Certification at the Barren River District Health Department—where providers like Nikki Turner of Malta Recovery shared their efforts in substance use support.

Two Volunteers for America members attended the meeting, and an advisory council will decide in late summer if the county qualifies.

The South Warren Spartans won 21+0 over the DeSales Colts at the KHSAA boys’ lacrosse state tournament on May 15 in Bowling Green.

Their win, in the team’s debut in the competition, showed a strong start.

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.