Good morning, Bowling Green.

Today at Whitson Training Center, Bowling Green Animal Protection and Humane World for Animals hosted training to help officers learn to spot animal abuse and new digital tracking methods + ensure prompt reporting.

Agencies from Kentucky and nearby states attended to build vital skills for protecting animals.

Terry Hendrick, a pillar of the Gott community and former fire chief, died on June 14 and his funeral service is held today at 1 p.m. at Hardy & Son Funeral Home (Bowling Green Chapel) with burial at Bethel Cemetery.

Farmers RECC announced that Chuck Bishop will become its new CEO—he will begin Friday, July 17, as he replaces retiring President and CEO Toby Moss.

Bishop, a lifelong Glasgow resident, brings over 30 years of service to the role.

Tuesday's SOKY Speaks featured Ashlee Wilson, Lisa Brokop, and Paul Jefferson as they discussed an upcoming classic country music performance set to take place at The Capitol.

Warren County Public Schools is launching the Sun Meals program to supply six meals per child during summer break to support student nutrition.

Parents can pick up meals (drive through or dine in) starting June 1, with hot meals available Monday and Tuesday through July.

Western Kentucky University held a one-week personal finance camp in Bowling Green where high school students learned money skills and explored finance careers; participants said the program helped them plan future career paths in accounting.

The Chesterton Academy of St. Joseph celebrated its grand opening on Tuesday in Bowling Green with the Chamber and plans to welcome students this fall, offering a capacity of 150 and marking the area's first new Catholic high school in over 50 years.

Firefighters cleared Downing Student Union after a fire alarm triggered an evacuation on Tuesday at 12:46 p.m. The alarm from the ground-floor elevator caused a brief disruption for summer camp attendees at Centennial Mall — people returned inside 12 minutes later.

The intersection of Kiwanis Court and Shawnee Way is closed as crews begin a full-depth sinkhole repair that is expected to last 60 days (detour routes are posted) to keep residents connected to their driveways.

Glasgow police and fire departments will face off in the annual Battle of the Badges blood drive on Friday in Barren County (a longstanding tradition) as the Red Cross seeks to boost dwindling blood supplies.

Community members are urged to register and donate to meet urgent needs.

The women’s basketball team now has a larger NIL budget and coach Greg Collins is boosting recruitment to strengthen a 13-player roster.

Collins said the team retained key players and added fresh transfers — a move aimed at building a competitive rebound from a disappointing 8-21 season.

BG Youth Soccer Club is collecting donations to fund its upcoming trip to Nationals.

The local team asks Bowling Green residents to help cover travel and competition costs + support their chance to compete.

A Bowling Green U-14 boys soccer team won the state championship on a penalty kick by Samuel Lasongo and will represent Kentucky at a national tournament in Salt Lake City, Utah in July.

The team is also seeking community donations to help fund travel expenses.

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.

BG Wine Fest 2026

12-5 p.m. — Historic RailPark & Train Museum — Ticket info pending — Celebrate the 8th BG Wine Fest with local wines and support the Historic Railpark.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

July 13-15 — Michael O Buchanon Park — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills and character with high-intensity drills in Bowling Green.