A STUDENT IN our community today will walk the halls of Congress with a pinned American flag on their chest. A student in our community today will pray their knees still hold when their nerves get...

THE CRACK of bats hitting balls is music to the ears of baseball fans everywhere, and D-BAT Bowling Green is a symphony in the making with its 13 batting cages and professional instructors who live...

IN A small Kentucky town where everyone knows everyone, one woman is making a difference in ways most people will never realize. Deborah Hirsch, founder and president of the Sadie Nauy Charitable...

WARREN COUNTY Stormwater has launched a literacy initiative to teach children about water conservation and environmental stewardship as part of its commitment to public education and outreach....

AN ATHLETE on the men’s basketball team at Western Kentucky University notices an advertisement on campus for the Young Male Leadership Academy (YMLA), a program for male students interested in a...

WIDOWS, WIVES, veterans, and people with disabilities gather every month to help those falling between the cracks. During these educational workshops at the Bowling Green Library behind Greenwood...

FOR EIGHT years, Johnny Horton served his country in the Marine Corps, and for 20, he has served the citizens of his country as a member of the Salvation Army. His work has taken him to Atlanta,...

THE SOUNDS of the self-checkout registers beep through the entire store. The short lines of people with baskets and carts move across the reflective tile like a conveyor belt and out the door. Uh,...

You know that first breath of spring? The way the warmer air gives you goosebumps — the air is soft, full of promise, carrying hints of something new. After months of cold, we step outside, and for...

The sharp sound of skates carving into fresh ice and the crisp chill of a Bowling Green winter day set the stage for the second annual BG Puck Classic. Held at the SoKY Ice Rink in downtown Bowling...

According to the Cambridge Dictionary, a warrior is "someone who has experience and skill in fighting.” Tyra Pearson’s battle was against her own body, and her victory against cancer was a result of...

In a world where opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can be limited, the KEY Academy unlocks a pathway that allows everyone to achieve their dreams....

An innovative lung nodule program at Med Center Health is changing the landscape of health care by detecting lung nodules that were previously undetected, saving countless lives. At the core of this...

St. Teresa Thrift Store is an attractive and spacious retail space that functions, to an extent, like those late, lamented classic department stores — a place to buy just about anything. This thrift...

Imagine dropping a pebble into a still pond. The initial splash forms a series of ripples that spread out, growing wider and affecting the water’s surface far from the original point of contact. A...

A nurse walked down the hallway his mother walked decades before he did. Beep … beep … he could hear the sounds from patients’ rooms. He kept a small keepsake pinned to his scrubs, a pin his mother...

The people of the year 1000 faced division, uncertainty, and fear for the future. They didn’t know it then, but they stood at the edge of change, transitioning from the Dark Ages to the Middle Ages....

In November and December, the appearance of various Santa Clauses is so common that it is almost unnoticed. Yet, these gentlemen in their loud red suits and flowing white beards are, after all,...

For years, Cory Felts served his country as a first sergeant in the United States Air Force, and when he retired, he knew he wanted to continue the practice of kindness. That value has manifested in...

What does it mean to love? Is it the emotional highs and lows of a crush? The deep affection shared between a husband and wife? The unconditional care for a child? Or perhaps a devotion rooted in...

For 14 years, Geno’s Italian Deli has been a beloved cornerstone of our community — a family-owned gem that would fit right in even in a city 10 times the size of our modest Bowling Green.  The...

A MOOSE is a powerful creature — one of North America’s tallest, largest, and heaviest animals. Moose Lodge 356 is perhaps a little more subtle than its animal counterpart, but its members are no...

AUTUMN SETTLES into our town like a puppy in a warm bed. There’s a magic in the air that only this season can bring. Golden leaves drift gently from the trees, painting the sidewalks in shades of...

YOU MIGHT easily miss it unless you know to look for Alley Pub & Pizza. This bar and pizza spot is situated in a charming alley off Fountain Square, where you can often spot prom couples and...

LAURA ORSLAND is the mother of a son with developmental disabilities. Like so many parents in similar circumstances, she was dissatisfied with the limited options for people with disabilities once...

BOWLING GREEN is a city full of veterans and their families who served and sacrificed for their community. Many citizens of Bowling Green have taken up that torch to serve veterans in return. Still,...

SHE FLASHES her lights and pushes the gas pedal a little harder. The walkie-talkie is too quiet, so she spins the dial and makes her bulletproof vest a little more comfortable. She worked hard to...

BOWLING GREEN is known for many things. Thanks to companies such as General Motors Assembly Plant and Bowling Green Metalforming, it is most widely recognized as a manufacturing city. The city is...

WHEN A family is in crisis, the community must step up and help. Dozens of homes in Bowling Green and the Two Rivers Region have taken that directive to heart and opened their lives to children in...

WHILE YOU can walk in and order a very good coffee, the Just Love Coffee Cafe is more than just its in-house roasted specialty coffees. That’s not what all the people are here for. They’re at Just...

THE DOCTOR’S office is not often considered fun, but Bowling Green pediatrician Casey Miles ensures her patients enjoy their time with her. For the past eight years, Bowling Green Internal Medicine...

IF YOU GREW UP on a farm, you likely know the feel of calloused hands, the hum of a tractor, and the importance of safety measures that keep everything running smoothly. You understand the dangers...

OUR FOOD nourishes us, from the soil beneath our feet to the table where we gather with family and friends. The hot sun beams from the sky into the field of sprouting seeds. Farmers rise early,...

IF YOU’RE searching for one of Bowling Green’s top dining spots, Gerard’s 1907 Tavern is unbeatable. This restaurant stands out with exceptional service, a stunning historic building, and...

THE AMERICAN immigrant saga is an enduring one. The circumstances that brought them here are wide-ranging, but the constant is that this can be the place to come and rebuild your life.  Vilson...

AMERICA IS one of the most food-abundant countries in the world. However, according to a 2023 Gallup survey, the U.S. scored at the top of the Group of Seven countries with the highest rate of...

COOKING WITH produce, meats, and spices from nearby farms and growers brings the freshest flavors to our tables. And choosing local ingredients benefits our community while enhancing our family...

WHEN THE stadium lights blaze and the roar of the crowd echoes, true fans know the game-day experience begins in the parking lot. Celebrate your team’s spirit with these tailgating recipes, which...

A PACKED PARKING lot is the sign of a good restaurant, and between the ample indoor and outdoor seating, Mister B’s usually hosts a full house. With delicious menu options like pizza, pasta, wings,...

ELISABETH KUBLER-ROSS once said, “As far as service goes, it can take the form of a million things. To do service, you don’t have to be a doctor working in the slums for free or become a social...

CAMELS, ALPACAS, and kangaroos live side by side with cows, horses, and other farm animals on rolling hills that stretch across the Bowling Green countryside. Some live their best lives out in the...

THE LONG-TIME and much-beloved children’s television host, Fred Rogers, often spoke about the importance of helping others on his public television show, “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” In his own...

A VETERAN IS someone who has given everything to their country — someone who has fought and protected and should be respected as such. They have done their service and deserve rest, but many never...

THE CROWD fills the stands, row after row, of people in our high school’s colors. The family in front of you sits down with a fresh hot dog from the concession stand. It’s still steaming with a...

WHEN I was 8, I wanted to be a teacher. I remember my third grade teacher clicking the chalk on the green board on the wall. And when I was 9, I wanted to be a director. My parents bought me a...

CAN YOU eat one of the best meals in Bowling Green while sitting in your car? Yes, you can — that’s if you pay a visit to Danny’s Pasta Co & Focacciaria on College Street, housed in a tiny...

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE affects countless families across Kentucky. Jana Boswell used these adjectives — devastating, horrific, shameless, brutal, dreadful — to describe how the disease affected her...

DON BUTLER was a Marine sergeant who served in Vietnam. Today, the longtime resident of Bowling Green serves as Sgt. Claus — a gift-giver and greeter for Toys for Tots drives. Butler’s involvement...

“25 years sure have gone by fast,” said Orchestra Kentucky Founding Music Director and Arts of Southern Kentucky President and CEO Jeffrey Reed. “When I started Orchestra Kentucky as a chamber...

BRETT HIGHTOWER’S suitcase bobbed against the heels of his tennis shoes as he climbed each step of the Greyhound bus. The driver secured his luggage in the overhead compartment, and Brett slid...

AS THE warm summer sun shines high in the Southern sky, it’s time to embrace the vibrant flavors of the season. Our July recipes showcase the best of summer’s produce, from juicy peaches and crisp...

IF YOU took a snapshot of any moment in our country’s history, there is a hurt we were trying to heal. The same is true today. It’s our independence that lets us correct our wrongs, to heal, and to...

FORMS AND paperwork can be daunting even on the best days — especially when so many forms are important to fill out correctly. That is the struggle of many veterans as they work to file for benefits...

SITTING ACROSS from Marc Hamilton, the Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) program director at Western Kentucky University (WKU), his demeanor was a blend of reserved pride and the kind of approachability...

FROM THE chilly East Coast to the balmy Southwest to countries thousands of miles away — such as Germany, Iraq, South Korea, Italy, and Kyrgyzstan — Todd Alcott dutifully served his country in the...

LOCAL TACO may not be your go-to spot for authentic Mexican cuisine, but its incredibly diverse menu and extensive selection of cocktails ensure there’s something to delight every palate, from the...

WHAT BETTER time to indulge in the ultimate celebration of all things American: backyard barbecues, July Fourth festivities, and the comforting flavors of home? Let’s salute the classic dishes that...

SUMMER IS coming. And surely your home will sit empty for a week in this heat. The playful cheers of the kids on summer break go missing for a week that was planned for a year. The dishes sit in the...

“HEY, IT’S Kenny B, live from the Bowling Green Bypass. Thanks for starting your day in our neighborhood,” echoes a phrase that has become a staple for locals dialing into WGGC's vibrant morning...

NAVIGATING THE ins and outs of launching a successful business and building a recognizable brand is a daunting task. Most entrepreneurs would rather invest valuable time in creating the finest...

INCLUSION AND diversity play a pivotal role in hosting an event. By embracing these principles, an event can create an environment of acceptance, foster innovation, and expand opportunities. When...

SAVOR THE essence of a hometown getaway with heartwarming flavors that celebrate locally available ingredients. From comforting classics to tempting treats, give yourself a break and bring the charm...

PUB BY Novo is known to be “not your average sports bar,” which is perfect for someone like me who is a huge sports fan. And by “sports,” I mean having a TV on playing sports while I ignore the game...

THE ECONOMIC Policy Institute reports that for every dollar spent at a locally owned business, 68 cents of it stays in the local economy. Compare this to 32 cents staying in a local community when...

IN BOWLING Green, Graves Gilbert Clinic Employer Services stands as a vital support system for the community’s rapidly growing workforce. Executive Director of Employer Services Charles Fortney...

NEARLY EVERYONE has a drawer full of T-shirts, and in almost every T-shirt drawer are shirts that haven’t been worn in years. That’s the power of memories, and fostering those memories is the goal...

SKIN CANCER is one of the most common forms of cancer, especially in young adults. In the past few decades, the diagnosis rates for skin cancer have increased significantly. Combatting this trend...

ON CHESTNUT Street, there’s a quaint vintage house that’s been turned into a restaurant. There, you’ll find Thai Thai, which has some of the best Thai food in the South. On the walls of the dining...

THE METAL beams tick, tick, tick with every inch the cart climbs to the top of the hill. The experienced thrill-seekers in the front cart raise their hands as the coaster inches toward the climax of...

TUCKED AWAY in a strip mall off of Scottsville Road is Griff ’s Deli, established in 2009 by owners and spouses Ed and Micha Griffin. The restaurant is adorned with airplane graphics and has ample...

JERAMIE BRISCOE is a full-time EMT, a doting father to five girls and one son, a former firefighter, and the owner of a highly acclaimed 4-year-old German shepherd named “Anubis.” With no formal K-9...

ALL FIVE Warren County Public Library locations offer more than endless rows of books. The libraries give patrons access to computers and the internet, printers, copiers, notaries, book clubs, free...

BORN IN Italy in 1922, Gianna Francesca Beretta had an abundance of love for children and, as a devout Catholic, believed in the power of prayer. After she married the love of her life, Pietro...

IN THE quiet corners around us, away from negativity, thrive the true heartbeats of our community — the local charities and the selfless individuals who support them. It’s in these spaces, often...

BRITTANY GRIFFITH is the spirited owner of Addiction’s Salon and Spa, a thriving local business with a staff of three hair stylists and one barber. But Griffith’s business is unique. It also...

WE ALL have a comfort food — a dish we continually seek out that can save any bad day and even bring groups of people together. Take, for example, any dish consisting of pasta, tomato sauce, and...

“WE ARE stronger together” has become a motto used to encourage individuals to band together to accomplish a greater good for the entire community. In keeping with this growing momentum across the...

THE ACT of preparing a homemade meal transcends the boundaries of sustenance; it becomes a gesture of empathy, a tangible expression of care that resonates deeply with those facing adversity. Amidst...

SOME OF the best restaurants you will ever eat at can be found in the most unexpected places, and Bowling Green’s India Oven is no exception. India Oven gained widespread recognition when TikTok...

IT’S HOLDING the door open for the person behind you. It’s sending a sweet text when they cross your mind. It’s stopping by to say “hi” when they’ve had a bad day. Showing up and showing love is...

IT’S TIME for embracing warmth, love, and the joy of sharing delicious meals with those closest to our hearts. As we endure the lingering winter days, here’s a selection of recipes filled with...

WHEN WILLIAM Sharp was taken to the Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital Emergency Room (ER) struggling to breathe, his wife, Tammie, was understandably worried. Luckily for Tammie, compassionate...

HOT MESS Express is a multi-state nonprofit that provides quick, essential household assistance to mothers in varying states of need. Hot Mess Express functions via local chapters. Nicole Young and...

IT HAS often been said that teamwork makes the dream work. In 2018, Med Center Health, The University of Kentucky (UK) College of Medicine in Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University’s (WKU)...

IN THE vast arena of life, there is a paramount lesson that champions across all disciplines have learned: the significance of believing in oneself and casting aside the weight of others’ opinions....

THE FIRST sounds of life are screams and cries of joy. Oxygen fills little lungs for the first time. The lights above are bright. And the beeping machines from every corner of the room can be...

LET'S FACE it: most kids grow up without a clue about financial literacy, and that lack of know-how often follows them into adulthood like an unwelcome shadow. Imagine a scenario where a young...

FRED ROGERS once said, “In times of disaster, I remembered my mother’s words to ‘look for the helpers’ in every situation and was comforted.” The Barren River Area Safe Space (BRASS Inc.) has been a...

IN 2008, an outgoing blonde with a strong Southern accent and an entrepreneurial spirit opened Tanglez Hair Studio near the Bowling Green airport. It would become an award-winning institution with...

AS WE step into the new year, explore the tastes of hometown healing through recipes built around healthy ingredients. A soup loaded with healthy vegetables flavored with your favorite herbs hits...

NATASHA NEELY doesn’t just work “9 to 5” to make a living. And like most of us, she didn’t start her first job at 15. Neely was 3!  “THere was a hometown country music show in Owensboro, where...

THE SOUTHERN Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) stands as a testament to the power of dedicated individuals who believe in the transformative nature of the arts. Two key figures, Jody Richards...

WE ENCOUNTER unsung heroes who walk among us without recognition. They may not be wearing a cape and a mask, but they’re a hero regardless. Their unwavering commitment to service and sacrifice makes...

THANKSGIVING AND Christmas are getting closer, and it’s time to plan for parties and get-togethers. Old standards served alongside new recipes on family buffets with family china, and finger foods...

A NEW CONCERT series is making waves in Bowling Green with the second edition of “Laugh and Love,” a night of R&B and comedy by The Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC). “Laugh and...

Bowling Green Recognizes New Citizens The city of Bowling Green celebrated the country’s new citizens during its annual Reception for New Americans Sept. 14 at the Sloan Convention Center. The city...

NOTHING EXCITES me more than the idea of autumn. The trees are beautiful and never fail to take your breath away and then give it back to you. The perfect Saturday is a cool breeze coming in from...

AUTUMN BRINGS a bounty of delicious foods to enjoy as the weather cools down. From sweet to savory, there are plenty of flavors to savor during the fall season. Nothing quite beats a warm apple...

Breast Cancer Detection App Created by Western Kentucky University Alumna. IN 2003, while taking a shower, Jessica Baladad noticed a lump in her breast, which led to its removal, and she began...

THE MERRIAM-WEBSTER dictionary defines the word selfless as “someone who has no concern for self, or unselfish.” As the world keeps turning, it may feel like selfless people are few and far between....

THE CEREMONY began with BGPD Honor Guard presenting the colors as a trumpeter played the National Anthem on June 2, 2023.  Deputy Chief Penny Bowles emceed the event and told attendees in 200...

FOR OVER 30 years, children’s television host Mister Rogers came into the homes of millions via our television sets and told each of us one of the most important things a person could say to...

KIDS ARE barreling through the door after school, complaining that they are starving! It’s the age-old gripe of children, no matter how old. We all know that kiddos often get hungry between meals....