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United Way of Southern Kentucky announced $1.1M in funding awards to 45 nonprofits that will support programs for child safety, health, and preschool education from July 1 to June 30 — with $652,997 allocated in Warren County and donations drawn mainly from local workplace campaigns.

The WBKO+ app on Roku offers live local news, weather updates, interviews, sports scores and special series like Aging Untold and Hometown Hero, and lets viewers catch up on shows such as Midday and AM Kentucky for a full range of current local content.

Local Chamber Partners celebrated business milestones this month with events from June 2 — June 25.

Highlights included grand openings at Hippie Hen Chicken Salad, Paddock Golf, and community events like the 28th Annual Stand for Children Day.

The National Corvette Museum will celebrate the Corvette’s 73rd anniversary by offering Warren County residents a 73-cent admission on Tuesday, June 30 (ID required).

Bowling Green Independent Schools announced that Teranga Academy will be renamed Purples Academy starting with the 2026-27 school year in Bowling Green.

The school will update its logo, introduce a new house system, and welcome new lead teacher Wendi Byrne.

Dr. Derick Strode, former leader of WKU's Glasgow campus, has accepted the role of director at The Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science, effective July 13.

He helped expand enrollment and improve access for gifted high school students across the region.

Med Center Health said its local podcast Clinical Connections was ranked the 11th best hospital podcast nationwide by Million Podcasts on Thursday.

The ranking honors the podcast for strong ratings and loyal support from the community.

Morgantown Bank and Trust introduces Keaton, a loving 4-year-old dog searching for his forever home.

Keaton is under treatment for heartworm disease and is available for adoption at the Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society (call 270-783-9404).

Western Kentucky has signed kicker Michael Smith from Florida A&M and defensive back Alan Gbee from Moorpark College — both joining the Hilltoppers ahead of their season opener against Nevada on Sept.

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Former Bowling Green baseball coach Nathan Isenberg, who led the Purples to a Region 4 championship, has been hired as South Warren’s new head coach for District 14 baseball next season - he will face familiar district rivals including Bowling Green.

Two WKU student-athletes, Connor Owens and Elizabeth Sobieski, were named the Conference USA Scholar Athletes of the Year for 2025-26 on Thursday, June 25 as Owens shined in track and field and Sobieski excelled in tennis while both maintained 4.00 GPAs.

Nathan Flewelling delivered a walk-off single — his second this season — to secure a 7-6 extra innings win for the Hot Rods at Bowling Green Ballpark on Wednesday, June 24.

The team will face the Renegades again Thursday at 6:35 p.m.

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.