Good morning, Bowling Green.

The Foundry Christian Community Center will host a Community Baby Shower on Oct.

11 from 10 a.m. to noon at 531 West 11th Ave to give expectant mothers essential baby items and community resource information—organizers say the event is a key introduction for new parents to local support options.

Bowling Green resident Hannah Tibbs told city commissioners that a gap in a fence built by Menards near Eastland Park has allowed strangers into her backyard and raised safety concerns.

City officials said current zoning rules limit their ability to mandate an extension of the fence — the issue may be revisited if local development increases.

Today, Houchens Industries is relocating a historic grocery store from Lucas to Bowling Green after storm damage removed one building and the guiding sign at Browning School Road and Highway 31E.

The store, opened in 1917, will be kept indoors at the Bowling Green facility — preserving the company legacy.

Martin Automotive Group celebrated 40 years in business during a gala in Bowling Green—raising $200K for a WKU scholarship fund.

The event featured greetings from local leaders and a performance by Robin Thicke as part of a yearlong tribute to the company’s legacy.

Esters Farm Café will host its grand opening on Oct.

9 at 10:30 a.m. at its new 4900 Park City-Bon Ayr Rd location, after moving from Bon Ayr. The new café will have 25 workers and seat 100 guests while serving comfort food made with fresh ingredients—plans that have been in the works for several years.

Carlyle Coppins and Makenzie Belcher talked about the upcoming October shows at SKyPAC on Monday’s Sunrise Spotlight—events that will feature local talent and draw attention in Bowling Green.

Officials with the National Retail Federation forecast record Halloween spending of $13.1 billion as shoppers start early and the Kentucky Retail Federation estimates nearly $115 spent per person on candy, costumes and yard decorations—tariff concerns are driving price increases.

Shoppers began in September to spread out purchases and get better deals.

Kroger is voluntarily recalling its Basil Pesto Bowtie Salad and Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad—both sold in Bowling Green and other areas—due to a possible listeria risk; customers who bought these products should return them for a refund or replacement as the FDA reports no illnesses.

Bendix arranged a limousine ride on Thursday for nearly 20 employees and their spouses to get mammograms at Graves Gilbert Clinic for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Bendix — which included employee spouses in the offer — said the early screening can help catch breast cancer in time.

Rocky is a smart, energetic, and obedient pet who is housebroken and great with kids — he is available for adoption at the Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society and asks that his new family not include cats.

Three WKU football players earned Conference USA weekly awards after the Hilltoppers beat Delaware on Friday—quarterback Maverick McIvor earned Offensive Player of the Week, left guard Laurence Seymore won Offensive Lineman of the Week, and running back Marvis Parrish was named Freshman of the Week—helping the team improve to 5-1 as they prepare to host FIU on Oct. 14 with a free pregame concert by Blanco Brown.

WKU punter Cole Maynard was named on Ray’s 8 for Week 6 by the Ray Guy Award on Monday after punting three times for 138 yards in the win over Delaware—helping set up a key drive that fell short.

He is the only player in the nation averaging over 50 yards per punt and one of just five non-Power Conference players on the watch list this season.

The Glasgow boys' soccer team won its third straight district title on Sunday with a four to one win over Warren East at Warren East High School — Ronaldo Puldon scored two first-half goals as the team secured a spot in the Region 4 tournament starting Oct 12 at Bowling Green.

Conference USA named Hilltoppers volleyball players Sonja Laaksonen as Freshman of the Week and redshirt senior Callie Bauer as Setter of the Week on Monday.

Bauer made 75 assists and Laaksonen posted 18 kills—helping WKU earn eight awards this season—while the team prepares for upcoming matches at Louisiana Tech.

Gov't Mule Performance

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Tickets available — Experience a night of rock with the acclaimed band Gov't Mule featuring Warren Haynes.

Relay for Life 2025

3-8 p.m. — Bowling Green Ballpark — Donations appreciated — Participate in a community walk to fight cancer with hope and remembrance.

WKU Football vs. FIU Panthers

7-11 p.m. — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Hilltoppers during their annual Black Out game against the Panthers.

Puppy Pals Live Show

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Tickets required — Experience the thrill as talented rescue dogs showcase astonishing tricks in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Sam Houston Bearkats vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Women's Volleyball

6:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Cost not specified — Catch the exciting match between the Bearkats and Hilltoppers in a spirited collegiate volleyball showdown.

Downtown BGKY Harvest Festival 2025

11 AM – 4 PM — Fountain Row, 707 E Main Ave, Bowling Green, KY — Free admission — Celebrate the fall season with family-friendly activities, live music, and delicious local food trucks.

WKU Lady Toppers vs. New Mexico State Aggies Women's Soccer

1 p.m. — WKU Soccer Complex — Check for admission details — Catch the WKU Lady Toppers in action against New Mexico State in a thrilling soccer showdown.

Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Basketball

1-4 p.m. — Diddle Arena — Tickets from $45 — Experience the excitement of college basketball and witness future NBA stars in action.

WKU Volleyball vs. UTEP

12:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Free entry — Catch the WKU Volleyball team in action against the University of Texas at El Paso.

Spooky Floral Pumpkin Painting Night

7-9 p.m. — White Squirrel Brewery — $5 drink voucher included — Create a spooky yet chic pumpkin masterpiece while enjoying beverages and the Halloween spirit.