Good morning, Bowling Green.

The Women’s Fund of Southcentral Kentucky raised $190,000 to support local groups by allocating $100,000 for an Impact Grant, $70,000 for a Growth Grant, and $10,000 for Recognition Grants; finalists will be announced Sept.

23 during their Lunch and Learn event.

Each Tuesday at noon, the Warren County Public Library hosts free reading and coloring sessions for kids at the Capitol branch, with a free movie screening following each session (library volunteers also bring the program to neighborhood summer schools).

On Tuesday evening, parents and community members met at the Bowling Green Public Library for an online safety talk led by a U.S. Secret Service specialist and NCMEC.

The presentation—covering sextortion risks and evidence preservation—advised families to watch for changes in behavior and to keep open communication.

Cave City Distilling was added to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, and master distiller Luke Jean said the move is expected to increase local tours and tastings.

The facility was built by local contractors (ensuring residents feel it is their own).

Local Hart County farm Hippie Chick Roots donated cut flowers Monday for Stewart Home and School as Kentucky Cut Flower Month highlights over 20 family-run farms and connects Bowling Green florists through the Southern Kentucky Floral Exchange — boosting fresh local blooms in a market dominated by imports.

Andrew Rash became interim director for WKU’s Department of Student Activities on July 1.

He previously served as Associate Director and Greek Life coordinator and will now focus on budgeting & management tasks on campus.

Hilltopper baseball coach Marc Rardin hosted WKU's annual Summer Youth Baseball School Tuesday morning at Nick Denes Field, drawing over 200 local kids who honed their skills and built community support for future Hilltopper players.

Robert E. Spiller Veterans Center in Bowling Green is set to begin veteran admissions next month while officials target an opening in August.

The 80,000 sqft facility will serve up to 60 veterans and is hiring staff, with a special need for RNs (registered nurses) due to a staffing shortage.

City officials announced that applications for fall grants are open from July 1 to Aug.

1 for projects like beautification, safety improvements and community events; residents and groups can apply online at bgky.org or at the downtown Neighborhood and Community Services office (up to $6,000 per award).

With school starting in a month, a Norton Children’s hospital wellness coordinator advises parents to involve kids in packing healthy lunches to boost energy and focus.

Families facing rising grocery costs can also use local resources such as the Norton Children’s food pantry plus Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland.

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.