Good morning, Bowling Green.

The Hot Rods will open their second straight week at home against the Winston-Salem Dash on August 8 at 6:35 p.m. and Grammy award winner Zach Williams will perform later this week at SKYPAC while Express Enrollment at SKYCTC ended Tuesday—dog lovers can join the Ruff!

Run for Fun Agility at the WKU Ag Center this Friday.

A reported structure fire at a mobile home on the 1300 block of Anna Sandhill Road in Bowling Green was quickly extinguished Tuesday by Richardsville units and part-time Warren County firefighters while additional local agencies responded—showing the new staffing is working effectively.

Students in the region will soon join a new law enforcement and public safety pathway at the Warren County Area Technology Center.

The program—developed by WCPS, Bowling Green, and Warren County government—will offer 50 slots led by former Bowling Green Police Academy trainer Brandon Stice, with state funding expected next school year.

Public schools in Bowling Green received a busful of donated supplies from the annual Stuff the Bus drive to help students start school on Aug.

13—Bowling Green Independent School District and Warren County Public Schools sorted items like backpacks, pencils, and snacks to meet student needs. Coordinators say these donations will support basic requirements throughout the year.

Bowling Green Junior High School has approved plans to renovate and expand to meet the growing need for more than 1,000 students next school year.

The project adds 2,500 square feet for science labs, arts programs, and new classrooms, and planning will take most of this year with construction set to start in spring 2026 — expected to finish by late 2027 or early 2028 at an estimated cost of $23 million under a bond issuance.

The Bowling Green City Commission approved a more than $1.1 million purchase from Don Franklin to provide new vehicles for the BGPD—Deputy Chief Penny Bowles said the vehicles will serve as mobile offices to help officers respond safely to emergencies.

The Hot Rods are back tonight for their second week of homestand games against Winston-Salem’s.

News 40 reporter Cole Scott spoke with Marshall Stuart and got details on the team’s plans.

Barren County's Trojanettes finished fifth at the Lady Gator Invitational—shooting a 339 as a team at Bowling Green Country Club on Monday.

The team will face Glasgow today at 4 p.m. at Willow Oaks Golf Club.

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.

Bowling Green Sprint Triathlon

7:30-10 a.m. — Preston Miller Park Disc Golf Course — Registration fee applies — Celebrate your love for triathlons with a fun sprint race in the park.

North Alabama Lions vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Football

6-7:30 p.m. — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers as they face off against the North Alabama Lions in this exciting football matchup.