Good morning, Bowling Green.

Small Farm Aid, a benefit concert for regenerative farms and ReTree BG, will take place at the Capitol in downtown Bowling Green on Friday, September 5 at 6:30 p.m. The event will feature performances by artists from Kentucky and Tennessee — including Grammy-Award winning songwriter Aaron Raitiere, Laurel Lewis, and Mark Whitley — along with educational speakers and raffles for free trees.

A Bowling Green man was sentenced to 18 years+four months in prison for drug and gun offenses after prosecutors reviewed his conduct and past record.

Med Center Health was named a Center of Excellence for lung cancer screening and care by GO2 for Lung Cancer on Tuesday and is one of eight systems in Kentucky honored for early detection.

It is the first to receive the Incidental Pulmonary Nodules Award and runs a fast-track clinic that checks lung nodules found by low-dose CT scans—ensuring early treatment for patients.

Med Center Health has been named a Center of Excellence in lung cancer screening by GO2 for Lung Cancer – it is the first healthcare system in the commonwealth to win the IPN award and one of only eight statewide with this recognition.

Its fast-track Lung Nodule Program uses low-dose CT scans to quickly detect lung nodules for early diagnosis.

Western Kentucky set a school record by scoring 96 points in two home wins over Sam Houston and North Alabama as graduate senior Maverick McIvor led the offense with strong passing.

The Hilltoppers will play Toledo at 6 p.m. at the Glass Bowl—coach Tyson Helton said the team must keep pushing to maintain its record-setting pace.

News 40’s Cole Scott met with Marshall Stewart to discuss plans at Bowling Green Ballpark as the Hot Rods end their regular season and prepare for the 2025 South Atlantic League Playoffs—details were shared about the upcoming game schedule.

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.

Fall National M-WTCA Conference

All day — Holiday Inn University Plaza — Mention 'MTC' for hotel block discount — Engage with professionals at this essential fall conference in Bowling Green.

Transformed by The Trials

11 PM – 1 AM — Bowling Green, KY — Proceeds benefit Pita’s Place — Experience powerful testimonies and soul-stirring music that inspire transformation.

Warren Central Dragon Classic

5:35 p.m. — Warren Central High School — Free entry — Witness local marching bands compete in an exciting showcase of talent.

Funky Disco Ball Painting Night

7-9 p.m. — White Squirrel Brewery — Ticket includes $5 drink voucher — Create a vibrant disco ball masterpiece while sipping your favorite brew.