Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
Good morning, Bowling Green.
A 400-mile yard sale starts in Bowling Green today and continues until June 7 along highway 68, drawing buyers and sellers from across Kentucky.
Seller Nancy Miller, who has run the event for over 10 years, said the 3-day sale boosts local tourism and supports nonprofits.
Duncan Hines Days is a weeklong festival that promotes local businesses with over two dozen events and specialty menu items + community rides downtown.
Organizers expect the event will boost exposure for nearly 40 local venues and attract visitors from the region.
Disabled American Veterans will host the Transitioning Service Member and Spouse Virtual Career Fair on June 9 for veterans and their spouses seeking new opportunities across various industries in Bowling Green.
More than 41 local employers from construction, medical, administrative and logistics sectors will participate, offering free assistance.
Bowling Green Municipal Utilities and SKYCTC unveiled a giant water drop sculpture today at Main and Center, which mirrors the water logo and gives students a chance to showcase their welding skills — a creative addition to the downtown area.
A future sculpture will represent the fiber division with plans to light up.
Families in Bowling Green are advised by experts to set clear offline routines and use device controls during summer break to help keep kids safe online.
Guidance recommends scheduling offline activities like crafts and games — and limiting anonymous chats while discussing AI risks.
Warren County school district is among eight to receive a grant that will help expand mental health services for students under Gov. Andy Beshear's SHINE KY local grants initiative — allowing schools to offer no-cost care regardless of insurance.
The Warren County Public Library hosted its annual summer reading kickoff on June 4 at Ephraim White Park with a petting zoo + bounce houses + bike riding course + live music to boost participation in the reading program.
On Wednesday, June 3, TriStar Lovers Lane ER celebrated its one-year anniversary of emergency care in Bowling Green (serving over 11,000 patients since opening last year).
The facility offers 11 treatment rooms, a trauma bay, advanced imaging, lab services and a pharmacy.
Mustangs shut down the Purples in the state baseball tournament first round game on Thursday at Legends Field.
Caden Kern pitched a complete game shutout, allowing just three hits in a 6 to 0 win and he will join John A. Logan next season.
South Warren softball won 12-0 in five innings against Oldham County in the state tournament on Thursday.
The team will face Madison Central on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at John Cropp Stadium.
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.
Community Farmers Market
8 AM – 1 PM — Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore fresh produce and local goods at Bowling Green's year-round farmers market.
Lunar Moth Sip & Paint
2-4 p.m. — Cliffs of Moher Irish Pub — $30-$40 — Unleash your creativity with a serene painting project inspired by the magic of moonlight.
Warren County Celebrates USA 250
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Circus Square Park — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled, patriotic day with food, games, and live music for the whole family.
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