Good morning, Bowling Green.

Jerry 'Peanuts' Gaines, the longest-serving Warren County Sheriff and Army veteran, died Monday, October 22 at his Smiths Grove home.

Visitation will be on Monday, October 27 from 12 noon to 8:00 p.m. — funeral services will follow Tuesday at Hillvue Heights Church.

The Med Center Heroes Fest is set for Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Med Center parking lot between Fourth and Fifth streets in Bowling Green, offering Halloween thrills and plenty of candy.

Med Center EMS plus local fire and police will hand out treats to thousands of children and work to build trust with the community.

Drivers are advised that streets around Fountain Square Park will be closed today for Scare on the Square — a free trick-or-treat event run by local businesses — which starts at noon.

Road closures include parts of State Street, East Main Street, Park Row and College Street — drivers should plan alternate routes — as the event runs until 5 p.m.

Farm Credit Mid-America and the Bowling Green Kiwanis Club will host Farm Day on November 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Westbrook Farms — the free event will offer hands-on learning with farm animals and exhibits to help children understand agriculture.

Western Kentucky University introduced a new homecoming tradition by naming a Homecoming Grand Marshal to honor campus leaders.

Dr. Charley Pride (’87, ’89, ’96), a longtime member of student activities, was selected by the Alumni Association’s Recognition Committee with support from Student Alumni Ambassadors.

Fiscal court magistrates voted Thursday to approve $224 million in industrial building revenue bonds for Country Oven Bakery’s expansion along Interstate 165 between Nashville Road and Russellville Road, and the bonds cost the county nothing while helping the Kroger bakery finance the project over time — details on the expansion remain sparse.

The Dental Clinic in Bowling Green now offers affordable check-ups and services starting at $10 while encouraging residents to visit early to avoid more serious dental issues—dentist Josh Phillips advises regular exams to keep oral health in check.

Glasgow’s Scotties defeated Edmonson County 57-0 in a decisive football win as players like Kaebran Jones, Cam Bulle, and Jerrick Martin drove the team to multiple touchdowns—showing strong offensive plays throughout the game.

The scoring runs ensured the Scotties maintained control from start to finish.

Barren County’s Trojans defeated Warren Central 38-32 in a close football match with key plays by Jaxson Byrd — decisive runs and timely tackles kept the game tight — as the gallery captured critical moments of the win.

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.

WKU Homecoming Football Game

2:30 – 4:00 PM — Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Homecoming as the Hilltoppers take on New Mexico State, and don't forget to wear red!

WKU Volleyball vs. Delaware

12:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Cost Info not provided — Watch the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers take on the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens in women's volleyball action.

Lady Toppers vs. Wichita State

5:30-7 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Ticket prices may vary — Cheer on the Lady Toppers as they take on Wichita State in an exciting basketball showdown.

Lady Toppers vs. Indiana State

6:30 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Lady Toppers take on Indiana State in an exciting basketball showdown.

Steven Dowell Live Book Signing Event

12-4 p.m. — Half Price Books Outlet — Free admission — Meet bestselling author Steven Dowell for an afternoon of storytelling and inspiration.

Hilltopper Basketball vs. Tennessee State

2-5 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Cost info not specified — Catch the exciting match-up as WKU Hilltoppers take on Tennessee State in a spirited basketball showdown.

WKU Hilltopper Basketball vs. Bethel

5:30-7:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Ticket cost varies — Catch the WKU Hilltoppers take on Bethel in an exciting basketball matchup.

Lady Toppers vs. Vanderbilt

5:30-7:00 p.m. — E.A. Diddle Arena — Check website for tickets — Cheer on the Lady Toppers as they face off against Vanderbilt in this exciting basketball matchup.

The Best Gift - A Christmas Carol Musical

6:30-8 p.m. — Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) — Tickets available — Immerse yourself in a fresh, musical take on the classic story of A Christmas Carol.