Good morning, Bowling Green.

Bowling Green locals play key roles at the Kentucky State Fair as auctioneer Rylan Shea of the 6-S Auction Company and Josh Poling of Broadbent Country Hams drive the popular Kentucky Farm Bureau Country Ham Breakfast that will raise millions for charity— the prized ham is expected to fetch at least $12 million, with the winning bid supporting a charity of the buyer's choice.

Attorneys told Warren Circuit Court on Monday that no plea deal was reached for Jorge Lopez Iturbide—accused of causing a fatal crash on Scottsville Road on Jan.

6 that killed 2-year-old Jhavarion Peay and injured others—and that a trial date is expected soon.

State police said that 50-year-old Cave City man Scott Eudy was shot and killed at 9:30 p.m. Monday, August 18 in Monroe County after he reportedly tried to break into a home on Sugar Creek Road and encountered an armed resident.

Kentucky State Police is asking for help finding 45-year-old Willie Albany, who is wanted for second-degree burglary, fourth-degree assault, and second-degree unlawful imprisonment; he is 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighs about 200 pounds, has a bald head and brown eyes, was last seen in the barren county area, and tips should be directed to KSP Post 3 at 270-782-2010.

Western Kentucky University received $78,000 from the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education to fund collegiate recovery resource centers that offer trauma-informed peer support, academic help, and workforce programming—this project will run through June 30, 2026 and aims to build recovery-ready campuses.

WKU Football quarterback Maverick McIvor was named to the 2025 Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Watch List as announced Wednesday—he transferred from Abilene Christian and has been added to multiple watch lists ahead of WKU’s season opener against Sam Houston on Saturday.

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.

Asheville Tourists vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods

12:05-1:35 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Ticket required — Catch the action as the Asheville Tourists take on the Bowling Green Hot Rods in this exciting baseball match.

Holley MoParty

1:00 AM – 12:59 AM — Beechbend Raceway Park — Check website for details — Join a thrilling automotive celebration filled with activities and excitement.

WKU Volleyball vs. Vanderbilt

6:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Check site for ticket info — Witness an exciting matchup as WKU Volleyball takes on Vanderbilt.

WKU Volleyball vs. Indiana

12:30 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Free entry — Catch the excitement as WKU Volleyball takes on Indiana in an afternoon match.

Nevada Wolf Pack vs. WKU Hilltoppers Football

6-7:30 p.m. — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Cost info not provided — Show your team spirit at WKU's Parent & Family Weekend while cheering for the Hilltoppers.