Good morning, Bowling Green.

Last week, 163 Catholic youth from 27 teams served at 36 local nonprofits through Catholic Heart Work Camp, assisting places like Down Syndrome of Southern Kentucky and Habitat for Humanity ReStore — where volunteers saved about $4,500 — and building lasting bonds through hands-on service and reflection.

Yesterday, the Louisville Orchestra held a free interactive storytelling event at Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Public Library and a free concert at Glasgow Town Square, while a charity car show supporting juvenile diabetes took place at Bruster’s in Bowling Green — tomorrow, the Russell Sims Aquatic Center will host a Summer Beach Party with water activities and concession specials.

WNKY News 40 seeks a creative, tech-minded Producer to shape daily newscasts in Bowling Green.

The role requires strong communication skills, news production experience, and the ability to manage live coverage + modern production tools, with applicants asked to email a resume and cover letter.

A 12-member jury in Bowling Green is deliberating the cases against Brooks Houck and Joseph Lawson, who are accused in the disappearance and presumed murder of Crystal Rogers from Bardstown, after Judge Charles Simms sent them back at about 8:36 a.m. with bailiffs sworn in and alternate jurors dismissed — deliberations could take hours as jurors review more than 70 exhibits.

Nineteen-year-old Shawn Green Jr. of Bowling Green requested a preliminary hearing via Zoom for his first-degree arson case after he was arrested following a fire at a Glasgow residence on Village Circle started by alleged fireworks, with his hearing scheduled for July 14 at 1 p.m.—the judge will review his $15,000 bond as the state opposes bond modifications due to the charge's severity.

Two Nelson County men were found guilty today (after a ten-day jury trial in Warren County) for their roles in the disappearance and presumed murder of Bardstown mother Crystal Rogers.

Warren County Fiscal Court approved a $1.9 million purchase of property on Airway Court (located next to Bowling Green Regional Airport) for a new Emergency Operations Center that will house emergency operations, the county drug task force and other agencies.

The property will close this week and renovations will begin near the end of August to boost emergency coordination.

Two-time WKU alumna Dixie Mahurin made a gift to endow the new Head Coach for Men's Basketball position— the first such endowed role in WKU Athletics.

Current Head Coach Hank Plona will serve in the position as the donation supports salary enhancements and funds for travel, recruitment and equipment.

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.

In-Person EMDR Basic Training by Gray Manis

August 1-3 — Bowling Green, Kentucky — Contact for details — Comprehensive EMDR training for licensed mental health professionals includes lectures and live demonstrations.

Winston-Salem Dash at Bowling Green Hot Rods

1-4 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — VIP Packages available — Experience exciting minor league baseball with premium seating and exclusive perks.