Good morning, Bowling Green.

A community prayer vigil took place Tuesday, June 17th at Christ Episcopal Church for Ernesto Manuel-Andres, an 18-year-old detained by ICE despite presenting SIJ paperwork—attendees offered prayers, lit candles and wrote letters.

The vigil will be held again today at Broadway United Methodist Church at 7:00 p.m.

A strong line of storms hit Bowling Green Wednesday night, knocking down trees onto homes, cars and power lines and leaving over 7,000 customers without power while public works responded near the Registry Apartments.

Brooks Houck and Joseph Lawson will go on trial Tuesday in Warren County in connection with Crystal Rogers’ disappearance—Houck is charged with complicity to murder and tampering with evidence while Lawson faces charges of conspiracy to murder and tampering with evidence.

Advocacy groups and local caregivers worry that a proposed federal budget bill will cut Medicaid funding for Home and Community-Based waivers—threatening essential support for vulnerable families.

The changes may add extra paperwork that puts many caregivers at risk of losing the critical services they rely on.

The Hot Rods will start a crucial homestand this weekend with a Double Dog event featuring the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile on the plaza pre-game+ a jersey launch and hat auction to benefit the Center for Courageous Kids.

They will hold Margaritaville Night on Friday and give the first 500 fans free bucket hats from Red Wall Group+ local support is needed to boost their playoff push.

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.

BG Wine Fest 2025

11 AM – 6 PM — Historic RailPark & Train Museum — Fundraiser for local community — Enjoy a variety of wines while supporting the Historic RailPark and Kentucky wineries.

Greenville Drive vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods

1-4 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — VIP tickets available — Experience Minor League Baseball with premium amenities and entertainment.