Good morning, Bowling Green.

The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce announced 35 participants for Leadership Bowling Green Class of 2027, a program that began on Aug.

20 at a Chamber orientation. The program will host retreats and events over the next ten months (led by Alumni) to build leadership (and boost bonds).

Yesterday, Ashlee Wilson and Jean Seacrest previewed this Saturday’s Adopt-a-Thon for pets with the Warren County Humane Society.

The event will feature Chris Allen and Wilson at 6 p.m. on WNKY NBC 40.

Lily May Bourbon Company in Bowling Green saw a surge in business after food influencer Lukefoods visited earlier this year—owner Chad Humphrey said the restaurant experienced many new customers following the influential post.

Opened in October 2025, it nears its first anniversary.

Western Kentucky University marks 60 years of its Student Government Association, which began as a 1956 student advisory council and evolved with a 1966 constitution.

The group now supports scholarships, campus safety, and sustainability for Hilltoppers.

The Franklin-Simpson Board of Education approved hiring an architect for a new high school to replace the 60-year-old facility and update the central office by December at the old Franklin Electric Plant Board building.

The phased project will serve about 950 students while keeping current classes running.

City officials approved the Russell Sims Aquatic Center Master Plan.

The plan sets a long-term roadmap for upgrades to seating, restrooms, play areas, concessions, and more, but each project must follow the city’s planning and budgeting process before construction begins.

Kentucky physicians report a shortage of nearly 3,000 doctors that has left over 100 counties with limited care; local practices such as Retina Associates have scaled back satellite clinics, and more closures may force rural patients to travel further if reimbursement policies are not updated.

South Warren Spartans prepare for local high school football as they return for their second season in Class 6A after a strong 13-win season, choosing 'Anchor the Chain' as their motto — they will play Bryan Station on Friday night.

Western Kentucky volleyball announced five players on the Preseason All-Conference team on Thursday, including Alivia Skidmore, named CUSA Preseason Player of the Year.

The Hilltoppers will open the season on Aug. 28 with a doubleheader against SEMO and Oregon in Cape Girardeau (Missouri).

WKU Hilltopper Basketball is set to kick off 2026 Greenbrier Tip-Off play as they face Richmond on Friday, Nov.

20 and challenge George Washington on Sunday, Nov. 22 at Colonial Hall at The Greenbrier + event packages guarantee tickets with individual sales starting Sept. 30.

WKU football will open its 2027 season against SIU on Aug.

28 at Houchens-Smith Stadium. The game marks the first meeting between the programs in over two decades and completes WKU’s nonconference schedule.

Allen County High School is set to expand its sports facility to offer upgraded athletic areas for students.

The project will begin soon as officials finalize plans at the campus.