Good morning, Bowling Green.

The Capitol welcomes students with a free Library Rocks concert on Saturday, Sept.

12 at 6:30 p.m. and hosts the Southern Circuit film series, starting with The A Stands For Art on Thursday, Sept. 10, with free library cards available during Library Card Sign-Up Month at 416 East Main Street.

Downing Museum at Baker Arboretum is featuring Joe Downing’s ‘The Doors of Life,’ a striking work by the Bowling Green-born artist whose vivid paintings capture nature’s light and color.

The exhibit lets locals experience a cherished part of our heritage (he first showcased his art in hometown shows decades ago).

A professor at Western Kentucky University formed a committee to set new coffee rules after staff sometimes skipped leaving the required 50 cents; the five subcommittees worked over several months to draft and finalize a policy (ensuring ongoing funds for the machine).

WKU Department of Music launches its fall academic year by marking America’s 250th anniversary with a series of open concerts including WKU Choir at First Christian Church on Sept.

20 and the Symphony at Van Meter Auditorium on Sept. 25.

Safe Seats | Safe Kids earned the 2026 Team of the Year award and will host a car seat safety class for expectant parents on Sept.

12 and a free check on Sept. 26 at Logan County Extension Office; families can also book daily appointments in Warren and Butler.

Construction crews raised the steel beams at the Anchor Project in Bowling Green this week, completing phase one groundwork.

The 24/7 mental health and detox center (built by CAYA Collaborative Care and BRADD) will open in July 2027 as crews start vertical construction.

Med Center Health has opened High Street Tower to provide advanced care for women and children in a state-of-the-art facility built for families.

The new center features dedicated floors for obstetric services - including a Level III NICU - to meet growing local health needs.

Pappagallo invites locals to explore its new fall equestrian collection featuring House of MBR's upscale designs blending classic riding motifs with modern style.

The collection is available today at 2020 Scottsville Road at the Pines Shopping Center (next to Chico's).

Western Kentucky lost 49-14 at Mackay Stadium in Reno on Saturday night, as Nevada built an early lead with touchdown passes from quarterback Carter Jones and a 72-yard run by Dominic Kelley (the Hilltoppers struggled on key plays).

Western Kentucky will face Georgia on Sept. 12.

Tyler Gaffalione rode three-year-old Caroline St. Beat to a 1 1/2-length win in the Nashville Derby at Kentucky Downs on Saturday in Franklin.

Trainer Miguel Clement said the horse showed strong effort—boosting hopes for more wins.

The inaugural Collegiate Racing Series hosted week two of its national championship in Bowling Green this past weekend at NCM Motorsports Park, where nine colleges competed.

The free event continued Sunday (8:30 a.m.) and offered hands-on experience for student drivers, engineers, and marketing teams.

Bowling Green Hot Rods start their South Atlantic League playoff series tomorrow at Winston-Salem in Game 1 of a three-game series after finishing with 82 wins and clinching both halves of the season title.

Manager Rafael Valenzuela said the team expects strong play on the road.