Good morning, Bowling Green.

BRADD and the Warren County Fiscal Court secured $850,000 to fund the new DSSKY Buddy House at 5520 Scottsville Road in Bowling Green (a nonprofit center that will offer expanded education and support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families).

Community members gathered Wednesday to dedicate the Barren River Bridge to local leader Mike Murphy — a man whose work in construction and community investment still inspires Bowling Green.

The event brought together family, local business, and leaders who recalled his generous spirit and memorable humor.

Hunger Free BG hosted its first event at The Capitol on Tuesday where a documentary (Food, Insecure) was shown at 6:30 p.m. followed by a panel discussion with local leaders stressing the need for better-paying jobs and coordinated food support.

During National Foster Care Month, NECCO shared resources to help young people in Bowling Green transition from foster care — nearly 9,000 Kentuckians depend on these services.

Licensing specialist Skylar Thompson highlighted options like medical coverage and college assistance for those aging out of care.

The Trojanettes won the 15th District Championship Game (4-2) over Warren East with key plays from pitcher Shea Bogue and teammates like Lily Elmore and Addie Wheeler.

Tuesday's district tournaments saw Butler County baseball capture District 12 with a 10-7 win as Eli Oaks went 3-for-3 and scored three runs, sending the team to Region 3; Barren County baseball (10-1), Franklin-Simpson baseball (5-2) and Barren County softball (4-2) also advanced to Region tournaments.

South Warren junior Haydon Bird led his lacrosse team to a 9-6 win by scoring back-to-back goals when his team trailed during a state tournament game against Louisville Collegiate last week.

He added four more goals before his season ended Saturday at Louisville St. Xavier.

Warren East junior pitcher Autumn Brooks threw a complete-game shutout on Monday to secure a 6-0 win against Allen County-Scottsville in the District 15 semifinal.

The Lady Raiders will face Barren County in Tuesday’s final as they prepare for the Region 4 Softball Tournament next week.

Greenwood earned its third straight district title with a 10-1 win over Bowling Green at South Warren High School on Tuesday, May 19 — both teams will enter the Region 4 Tournament starting Monday at Nick Denes Field.

Senior shortstop McLaine Hudson set a new home run record with her 25th round tripper in South Warren's 17-0 District 14 championship win over Greenwood Tuesday, May 19 at South Warren High School, helping her team complete their flawless season in their final home game.

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.

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.

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.

Princess & Ponies

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Westbrook Farms Event Barn — Ticketed event — Meet Ariel and Moana, enjoy sing-a-longs, crafts, and photo ops.

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.