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Another weIt’s cold out there — and it’s looking like another very cold week ahead across Bowling Green. After last week’s winter storm, a lot of us are still navigating icy spots, bundled-up errands, and slower mornings.
This week’s edition covers what conditions look like right now, what local officials are saying, and a full lineup of community updates and events once things start to thaw.
Stay warm, take it slow, and let’s get into it.
❄️ How bad was the winter storm in Bowling Green?
Source: WBKO
Most of Bowling Green felt the effects of last week’s winter storm — a mix of snow, ice, and bitter cold that created hazardous conditions across Warren County and much of south-central Kentucky. While the heaviest snow has moved on, officials say conditions are still not back to normal.
Where things stand now:
Road crews across Warren County are continuing to clear and treat streets, especially secondary roads and less-traveled areas. Officials say many roadways remain packed with snow and ice bonded to the pavement, which can stay slick even after plowing. With daytime melting followed by freezing overnight temperatures, refreezing remains a major concern — particularly during early mornings and after dark.
Because of those lingering hazards, Warren County Emergency Management is encouraging residents to stay home if they can, allowing crews to work and reducing the risk of crashes and injuries.
As cleanup continues, Warren County Government offices remain closed, along with county park facilities and programs, until conditions improve. Officials say closures help keep both staff and the public safe while roads and walkways continue to be treated.
The takeaway for BG:
This wasn’t just a short-lived snow event — and even as progress is made, ice and cold mean it’s still a good week to slow down, plan ahead, and use extra caution if you need to be out.
📣 City & Community Notes
🛞 Winter weather continues to affect BG life
A significant winter storm this week prompted officials to share safety information and updates on school schedules. Bowling Green Independent Schools switched to non-traditional instruction days for Jan. 26–27, with teachers communicating assignments as needed. 👉 Learn More
📍 City announces spring recreation registrations
The City of Bowling Green opened registration for a broad slate of spring leagues and activities on Jan. 26, including tee ball, coach pitch, spring lacrosse, adult softball, indoor volleyball, and 3-on-3 basketball — providing families and adults with plenty of ways to stay active in the months ahead. 👉 Learn More
🤝 Warren County recognized for recovery efforts
Warren County’s work on substance use treatment and recovery earned it certification as a “Recovery Ready Community,” recognizing local efforts to strengthen treatment networks and serve residents with substance use disorder — a model that could benefit communities statewide. 👉 Learn More
📣 Volunteers needed for BRASS Shop & Share
BRASS, Inc. is seeking volunteers for its annual Shop and Share drive set for Feb. 7. Volunteers will help distribute informational flyers and accept donated food, hygiene, and cleaning supplies at Kroger locations — an important effort supporting victims of domestic violence and their families. 👉 Learn More
👮 Police investigate local shooting incident
BGPD investigated a shooting at an apartment complex that injured a woman in her leg on Jan. 20. Authorities say the injury does not appear life-threatening and are seeking witnesses to assist with the ongoing investigation. 👉 Learn More
🗓️ This Week in BG — Events & Happenings
If you’re looking for something to enjoy this week, we’ve got you covered👇
🎶 Live Music & Performing Arts
🎤 Lorrie Morgan Live
⏰ Thu, Jan 29 • 7:30 PM
📍 SKyPAC — 601 College St, Bowling Green
Country music legend Lorrie Morgan brings her hits to Bowling Green for one night only.
👉 Learn More
🎻 Orchestra Kentucky: Songbird
⏰ Sat, Jan 31 • 7:30 PM
📍 SKyPAC — 601 College St, Bowling Green
Vocalist Karine Hannah performs a tribute to Barbra Streisand backed by Orchestra Kentucky.
👉 Learn More
😂 Comedy & Nightlife
😂 Comedy Night at Bluegrass Vineyard
⏰ Fri, Jan 30 • 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Bluegrass Vineyard — 5016 Smiths Grove Scottsville Rd
A stand-up comedy night at the vineyard — adults only, drinks available.👉 Learn More
🏒 Sports & Recreation
🏒 BG Puck Classic
⏰ Sat, Jan 31 • 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
📍 SoKY Ice Rink — 636 Center St, Bowling Green
Annual pond-hockey tournament featuring teams from around the region. Free to watch.
👉 Learn More
🏁 Beech Bend & Music City Raceway Champions Banquet
⏰ Sat, Jan 31 • 5:00–10:00 PM
📍 Beech Bend Raceway — 798 Beech Bend Rd, Bowling Green
Celebrate the 2025 racing season champions with dinner, awards, and entertainment.
👉 Learn More
🏃 Outdoor & Active
❄️ Snow Flurry Scurry 5K
⏰ Sat, Jan 31 • 9:00 AM
📍 Lost River Cave — 2818 Nashville Rd, Bowling Green
A winter 5K run/walk through cave trails, finishing underground at Lost River Cave.
👉 Learn More
👨👩👧 Family & Kids
🦎 Bowling Green Reptile & Exotics Show
⏰ Sat, Jan 31 • 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
📍 Pavilion at Sloan Convention Center — 1021 Wilkinson Trace, Bowling Green, KY 42103
Come see reptiles, amphibians, birds, and other exotic animals on display from local breeders and educators — a fun, family-friendly event for kids, adults, and curious neighbors alike. 👉 Learn More
📚 Talented Toddlers
⏰ Tue, Jan 27 • 10:00–10:30 AM
📍 Warren County Public Library (various branches)
Songs, stories, and playtime designed for toddlers and caregivers.
👉 Learn More
📖 Preschool Storytime
⏰ Tue, Jan 27 • 10:00–10:30 AM
📍 Warren County Public Library
Books, music, and activities for preschool-aged kids.
👉 Learn More
🎨 Kids’ Art Lab
⏰ Tue, Jan 27 • 10:00–10:30 AM
📍 Kirby Branch Library — Bowling Green
Hands-on creative art activities for young kids.
👉 Learn More
🎶 Elementary Music Lab
⏰ Tue, Jan 27 • 4:30–5:00 PM
📍 Rice Library — Bowling Green
Interactive music activities for elementary-age kids.
👉 Learn More
💪 Health & Wellness
🧘 Spanish Yoga @ SoKY Center
⏰ Wed, Jan 28 • 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 SoKY Center — 636 Center St, Bowling Green
All-levels yoga class taught in Spanish.
👉 Learn More
💃 Zumba @ SoKY Center
⏰ Wed, Jan 28 • 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 SoKY Center — 636 Center St, Bowling Green
High-energy dance fitness class open to all levels.
👉 Learn More
🧘 Preschool Yoga
⏰ Thu, Jan 29 • 10:00–10:30 AM
📍 SoKY Center — 636 Center St, Bowling Green
Movement and mindfulness for preschoolers.
👉 Learn More
🎬 Movies & Screenings
🎥 Movies at the Capitol: Fargo
⏰ Thu, Jan 28 • 6:30 PM
📍 Capitol Arts Center — 416 E Main St, Bowling Green
Classic Coen Brothers film screening downtown.
👉 Learn More
📌 Tips Before You Go
Concerts at SKyPAC sell out fast, so grab tickets early.
Weather may effect some of these events, be sure to check social media accounts for up to date information
❤️ New Business: Golden Corral Coming to BG
We love spotlighting local businesses doing cool things or new businesses on there way to BG — this one is worth knowing about.
Golden Corral — The Classic Buffet Chain
If you’ve ever missed a big, hearty buffet meal around town, you’ll soon have another option. The national buffet and grill chain Golden Corral has announced plans to open a location on Scottsville Rd in Bowling Green, bringing its familiar all-you-can-eat style to the local dining scene.
Golden Corral — known for its wide spread of comfort foods, steaks, salads, and desserts — has been growing in markets across the country for decades, and the Bowling Green expansion is part of that broader push. The restaurant’s franchising arm listed Bowling Green as a forthcoming location earlier this year, with the company saying the market’s size and community interest made it a good fit for their family-friendly model.
Locally, the exact site and opening date haven’t been announced yet, but the project has been noted in restaurant development coverage and community discussions as “coming soon.”
For Bowling Green, this signals continued growth in full-service, family-oriented dining options — something many readers have asked about as the local restaurant scene expands. Between new independent concepts and national brands staking a claim here, the city’s food landscape keeps diversifying.
Keep an eye out for official announcements on location, projected opening date, and menu details as the project moves closer to construction and permitting.
📰 Local News Roundup
Here are some quick updates:
🧠 LifeSkills certified to expand mental health services region-wide
LifeSkills received certification as a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, allowing it to offer expanded hours, walk-in support, and more coordinated mental health and substance-use services for people in Bowling Green and surrounding counties.
👉 Read more
❄️ Winter storm impacts road conditions and travel
Recent winter weather brought rapidly deteriorating roads around Bowling Green, with local agencies urging residents to stay off slick streets as temperatures dropped and snow accumulated.
👉 Read more
📅 WKU spring semester events & start date
Western Kentucky University’s spring semester began this week, and the university published a calendar of upcoming campus events open to students and the public.
👉 Read more
📍 Local closings & delays amid winter storm
Schools, churches, and businesses across South Central Kentucky — including Warren County — issued closing and delay announcements as a winter storm affected the region, pushing some districts to close or shift to virtual learning.
👉 Read more
❤️ Community Spotlight: Bowling Green First-Grader Honored for Saving His Family
Source: WNKY
In the middle of all the winter weather and daily life, one local kid showed some true courage — and the community took notice.
Six-year-old Bryson Ray, a first-grader at Natcher Elementary, was recognized this week after alerting his family to a hidden house fire on New Year’s Day. Bryson noticed something wasn’t right inside his home — he felt heat and heard crackling inside the walls — and instead of brushing it off, he ran to alert his dad, who got everyone out safely before firefighters arrived. No one was seriously hurt, and firefighters later honored Bryson with a little fire helmet and a stuffed Dalmatian named Millie as a token of gratitude.
What makes this more than a “feel-good” story is that Bryson acted like adults are always supposed to do — he paid attention to his instincts and helped keep his whole family safe. Fire officials hope his example will remind other families about fire safety and listening to their kids when something feels off.
👉 This isn’t just a cute moment — it’s a reminder of how ordinary people — even the youngest among us — can make a real difference in their community.
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