Good morning, Bowling Green.

Earlier this week, Hart County Animal Shelter was named the Best of Kentucky winner in the Pets & Animals category after community votes recognized its animal rescue work.

Seven MIT students stopped in Bowling Green on Saturday at WKU Innovation Campus where over 70 children took part in a hands-on STEM festival during their cross-country bike ride; the group will continue their 75-day journey to San Francisco in August.

The Warren County Sheriffs Office announced a traffic checkpoint set between 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. on the 4th of July weekend at possible locations like Glasgow Road and Porter Pike to deter impaired driving and boost road safety.

Special Olympics Team Kentucky arrived in Minneapolis yesterday ahead of the USA Games opening today at 7:30 p.m. at the University of Minnesota; the team, which includes 36 athletes, 10 Unified partners, two caddies and 18 coaches, will compete in multiple sports.

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.

Bluegrass Literacy Fest

12-5 p.m. — Events On College@ 348, LLC Suite 190 — Free entry — Celebrate literacy with authors, book signings, and engaging workshops.