Good morning, Bowling Green.

The Barren River Area Child Advocacy Center will host its seventh annual Over the Edge fundraiser on Sept 26–27 in downtown Bowling Green to raise funds for children who have experienced abuse—only 92 rappel spots are available and each participant must raise a minimum of $1,000.

On Wednesday’s Sunrise Spotlight, Ashlee Wilson and Carrol Duckworth discussed plans for an upcoming ice cream social with Bikewalk BG — local residents will soon enjoy a bike ride and cool ice cream to beat the summer heat.

Bowling Green man Damian Bowden, 52, pleaded guilty Monday afternoon to charges of murder, theft by unlawful taking, tampering with physical evidence and abuse of a corpse for his daughter Daquanna Bowden’s stabbing death at his Payton Landing Apartments residence on Scottsville Road — he avoided a trial set for October and his sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 30.

At WKU, community members and local educators discussed making preschool a right for every child and gave input to Governor Beshear’s Pre-K for All advisory committee.

The town hall — which included voices from Bowling Green and as far as Owensboro — paved the way for future meetings in Morehead and at the State Fair.

Kristen and Phillip Bale will be named honorary alumni at Western Kentucky University’s 2025 Hilltopper Excellence Awards on Oct.

30 at 6:30 p.m. in the Knicely Conference Center in Bowling Green—recognizing their extensive service on local boards and in the community.

BGISD's planned budget nearly matched its actual revenue and spending last school year with a 0.34% variance and a $486,000 surplus — a sign of strong fiscal management.

The district plans to use this precision to fund teacher raises and fill its nearly complete certified teaching team — one vacancy remains to be filled before school starts.

WKU Public Media is at risk after Congress cut more than $1.1 billion from CPB funding, which strips over $1.2 million from its budget and threatens student jobs, local TV, and radio signals — the cuts may force program and staff reductions.

The station has begun a matching fund campaign with a $500,000 goal to help bridge the gap — but it may need to further change operations if additional funds are not raised.

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.

Greensboro Grasshoppers at Bowling Green Hot Rods

1-4 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Tickets required — Catch a thrilling baseball game featuring the Greensboro Grasshoppers facing off against the Bowling Green Hot Rods.

Sam Houston State Bearkats vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Football Game

6-7:30 p.m. — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Cheer on the Hilltoppers as they kick off their season against the Bearkats.