
Brett Hightower: From Bus Rides to Sheriff Badge
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...

Orchestra Kentucky Celebrates 25th Season
“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...

Unassuming Building, Unforgettable Food: Danny’s Pasta Co. & Focacciaria
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...

Savor Summer’s Bounty
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...

Letter From the Editor: Independence
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...

Shaping Lives and Futures
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...

An Expert in Filing
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...

From Clouds to Classroom to Civil Service
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’s Unconventional Tacos Bring Kentucky Flair to the Table
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...

Fireworks, Flavor, and Family
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...

Michael Stoyonovich: The Veteran Who Fought Battles Beyond the Battlefield
AFTER DEDICATING 26 years to the military, a lifetime of service doesn’t just end with retirement. For Michael Stoyonovich, it continues with a story of heroism extending far beyond the...

Bob Wilson: Serving His Country and Community
VETERANS SPEND years serving their country, and whether they are in the Army, the Navy, or the Marines, their work is incredibly important. It is only fitting that their efforts be rewarded after...

Malcolm Cherry: Boots on the Ground in Bowling Green
THE ASSASSINATION of President John F. Kennedy changed the trajectory of young Malcolm Cherry’s life. As the events unfolded, Cherry watched our nation mourn. He’d planned to be a welder,...

Letter From the Editor: Vacation in Bowling Green
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...

Kenny B’s Story of Community Spirit and Local Love on the Airwaves
“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...

BiG Local Club & BiG Local Fest
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...

Y’allternative Events Brings Inclusion and Diversity to Bowling Green.
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...

Recipes: Experience Flavor at Home
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 Sets the Standard for Upscale Sports Entertainment
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...

Lost River Cave Is Bowling Green’s Natural Wonderland
LOST RIVER Cave is a striking 72-acre expanse right in Bowling Green. It functions as an educational and activity center, a wedding venue, and an opportunity to interact with the natural world....

Bowling Green Parks and Recreation: Stay and Play
WHETHER YOU take the kids for a refreshing dip in the zero-depth entry pool at Russell Sims Aquatic Center, with its water buckets, palm trees, beach area, and splash playground, or shoot 18 holes...

Savannah Crisp’s Generational Bond With Beech Bend Amusement Park
AS YOU swing onto Beech Bend Park Road on any given summer day, the sounds of kids laughing and screaming with excitement hit you right away. It feels like stepping into a live cartoon with roller...

Authentic Thai Food Worth Waiting For
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...

BG Shakery: Scoops, Shakes, and More
IMAGINE BUTTERY-SOFT Bliss Artisan ice cream in flavors such as brownie batter chunk, chocolate sea-salted cashew, cake batter, white chocolate mocha, maple brown sugar cinnamon, Mississippi mud,...

White Squirrel Brewery and Blue Holler Brew Supplies Join the West Kentucky Brewery Hop.
BOURBON DISTILLERIES have been a staple of Kentucky for decades, but craft breweries have begun to become more popular as well. There are now dozens of breweries across the state, and Bowling Green...
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