Good morning, Bowling Green.

The SOKY Fair board announced a clear bag policy for the 2025 fair to improve security and speed up entry—attendees must use approved clear bags, small clutch bags, or medically necessary bags, while prohibited items will be left behind or disposed of at either the 980 Morgantown Rd or 1055 Glen Lily Rd entrances. This policy aligns with safety measures seen at similar events, and it will be enforced throughout the fair.

The Kentucky Sheriffs’ Boys and Girls Ranch opened its 50th camping season on June 9 and ran through July 17.

The nonprofit camp offered activities such as arts and crafts, nature, sports, swimming, fishing and archery — programs that taught self-esteem and respect for oneself, others and law enforcement.

The Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center held its 2025 Awards Ceremony on July 10 at SKyPAC, honoring three champions of the arts with a cocktail reception and tributes.

Renowned sculptor Russell Faxon received the Lifetime Achievement in the Arts and Humanities Award — Gaines Penn earned the Janet Bass Smith Memorial Award and Katherine and Andy Sikora were honored with the Carol Haskins Wedge Memorial Award for their support.

Warren County Public Schools held a bus driver and monitor recruitment fair in Bowling Green that let applicants drive buses and serve students.

The event highlighted the important role bus drivers play in getting kids safely to school each day.

At the SOKY Center’s farmers market on Saturday, the American Heart Association taught locals Hands-On CPR and announced that two new defibrillators will be placed inside and outside the center—funded by the Kentucky Association of Health Plans, they aim to help improve survival from out-of-hospital cardiac arrests.

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.

Winston-Salem Dash at Bowling Green Hot Rods

3:05 – 4:35 PM — Bowling Green Ballpark — VIP tickets available — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball with VIP options that enhance your game day experience.