Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
Good morning, Bowling Green.
Young vendors aged 5 to 17 sold crafted goods, food and plants behind the Community Farmers Market on Nashville Road on May 31 — the event featured about 55 booths and was hosted by WKU Innovation Campus, Community Farmers Market, Warren County Library and CREATE.
Greg & MaryKe Becker celebrated their 50th anniversary on May 31 after being married by Rev.
William Graham at Corinth Boulevard Presbyterian Church in Dayton. The couple has lived in Bowling Green since 1976 & will take a scenic train vacation later this summer.
Aaron Shain, an interdisciplinary studies major from Scottsville, and Emma Snyder, a human services and counseling major from Glasgow, were among 15 Lindsey Wilson College students selected for a nine-day study-abroad program in the United Kingdom—where they visited London, Lincoln, York and Cambridge.
WKU Innovation Campus held its second Children's Entrepreneur Market at the community farmers market where over 55 kids aged 5—17 sold handmade goods like baked treats, jewelry, and crafts to learn how to run a business.
The event helped them gain hands-on business skills and confidence in their abilities.
Adam Shourds from Bowling Green received a doctor of ministry degree from the University of Dubuque on May 31.
Zoe Avery of Bowling Green was awarded a $1,000 Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant and is a health science major at Western Kentucky University who will study abroad in Tanzania.
She is one of 75 students nationwide to receive the grant—recognizing her strong academics and community service.
Nguyen Ngoc Minh Nguyen, a 2024 graduate in Chinese and TESL from Western Kentucky University, has been selected for a Fulbright US Student Program English Teaching Assistantship in Taiwan and will serve as a cultural ambassador in English classrooms throughout the upcoming academic year—she is the daughter of Hoa and Lam Nguyen from Bowling Green.
Officials are planning a 32-mile multi-use trail from Fountain Square Park to Mammoth Cave National Park to offer an alternative to car travel and boost tourism in the region.
A public session is scheduled Wednesday at BRADD’s office at 177 Graham Avenue from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. — residents are invited to share ideas and ask questions about the proposal.
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.
Bowling Green Hot Rods vs. Hub City Spartanburgers
6:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Tickets from $18 — Enjoy an exciting minor league baseball game with the Bowling Green Hot Rods taking on the Hub City Spartanburgers.
Bowling Green Hot Rods vs. Hub City Spartanburgers
6:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Tickets starting at $18 — Enjoy an exciting baseball match featuring the Bowling Green Hot Rods and Hub City Spartanburgers.
Speed Promotions $100k Small Tire Shootout
1 a.m. — Beechbend Raceway Park — Spectator Tickets Available — Experience thrilling races featuring stars from Street Outlaws No Prep Kings.
Bowling Green Hot Rods vs. Hub City Spartanburgers
6:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Tickets starting at $20 — Catch the thrilling baseball action as the Hot Rods face off against the Spartanburgers.
Hooked on Driving Weekend at NCM Motorsports Park
Saturday, Jun 28th — NCM Motorsports Park — $325-$449 — Experience thrilling racing with expert guidance on one of the best tracks in the world.
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