News
WKU basketball gets $200,000 matching gift commitment
Western Kentucky University Athletics said coach Hank Plona and Jim and Eva Martens pledged up to $200,000 in matching gifts for Hilltopper basketball through Feb. 28, 2027.
Oct 30
Bowling Green local news
News, obituaries, events, sports and things to do, each checked against the official source.
Bowling Green guides
All guides- Seasonal · 4 placesChristmas Parades and Tree Lightings Near Bowling Green (2026)
4 Christmas parades and tree lightings near Bowling Green, KY for 2026: dates, hours, ticket prices and directions, from each place's own announcements.
- Seasonal · 6 placesWhere to Buy Halloween Costumes in Bowling Green (2026)
6 places to buy Halloween costumes in Bowling Green, KY for 2026, with addresses, hours and what each carries.
- Seasonal · 4 placesFree Thanksgiving Meals and Food Pantries in Bowling Green (2026)
4 free Thanksgiving dinners, food giveaways and food pantries in Bowling Green, KY for 2026, with times, places and who can come, from each organisation's own announcements.
Restaurants · 9 placesBest Lunch Spots in Bowling Green9 best lunch spots in Bowling Green, KY, with addresses and what each is known for.
Shopping · 10 placesLocal Shops and Boutiques in Bowling Green10 local shops and boutiques in Bowling Green, KY, with addresses and what each is known for.
Restaurants · 9 placesRestaurants With Outdoor Seating in Bowling Green9 patios in Bowling Green, KY, with addresses and what each is known for.
Bowling Green answers
All answersLatest news
All news
More news
Public safety · Nov 1
Bowling Green Marathon set to begin amid traffic disruptions
The Bowling Green Police Department said the marathon starts at 7 a.m. and traffic disruptions are expected downtown and near Western Kentucky University until approximately 1 p.m.
Sports · Nov 1
Greenwood scheduled to visit Central Hardin in state quarterfinal
The KHSAA said Greenwood was scheduled to visit Central Hardin on Oct. 31 in a girls’ soccer state quarterfinal.
Business · Oct 31
Chamber lists 15 partner celebrations in Bowling Green area
The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce announced 15 partner celebrations scheduled across October, including openings, groundbreakings and other milestones, according to its Oct. 30 post.
Sports · Oct 31
WKU cross country set for Conference USA meet in Huntsville
WKU Athletics announced that Hilltopper cross country will race in Huntsville on Saturday, with the women’s race at 9 a.m. and the men’s at 10 a.m. Central time.
Events · Oct 31
WKU women’s basketball hosts Young Harris in Bowling Green
WKU Athletics said the Lady Toppers will host Young Harris in a free preseason exhibition Saturday at Diddle Arena.
This week in Bowling Green
All events- Tue3Bowling Green's Original Farmers Market — TuesdayBowling Green's Original Farmers Market
- Tue3General Election 20266:00 AM · Ephram White Park and other Warren County voting locations
- Tue3Presidential Speaker Series: Jeremy Utley7:00 PM · Van Meter Auditorium
- Tue3Storytime at the Park @ Reservoir Hill Park11:00 AM · Reservoir Hill Park
- Wed4Chattanooga at WKUE.A. Diddle Arena
- Wed4Monthly Solar ObservingHardin Planetarium
- Thu5Happy, Healthy Holiday Season Class2:30 PM · Med Center Health
- Thu5Vets ‘n VettesNational Corvette Museum
Elections
Your ballotWhat's on the Ballot in Bowling Green: November 3, 2026 Election
Every race and candidate a Bowling Green, KY voter will see on November 3, 2026, with each candidate's stated positions linked to the source.
Updated Nov 2