It feels like the city is starting to wake up a little more each week. The weather is getting better, more events are popping up around town, and there’s always something new happening if you know where to look.

In this week’s edition, we’ve rounded up some things to do around BG over the next few days, plus a few stories and updates from around the community that are worth knowing about.

As always, thanks for being part of Hello BG — let’s get into it.

The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a cybersecurity incident that affected its computer network this week.

Officials say the issue was discovered recently and the department immediately began working with outside cybersecurity professionals to secure the system and determine exactly what happened. Authorities have not yet released details about how the attack occurred or whether any sensitive information was compromised.

While the investigation continues, the sheriff’s office says law enforcement operations are still ongoing, and staff are taking steps to monitor and protect the network while experts review the situation.

Cybersecurity incidents like this have become increasingly common across the country in recent years, with government agencies, hospitals, and school systems often targeted by hackers seeking access to sensitive data or system controls.

Local officials say their focus right now is on identifying the source of the attack, ensuring systems remain secure, and restoring any affected technology as quickly as possible.

For residents, the situation highlights how important cybersecurity has become — even at the local government level — as more public services rely on digital systems to operate.

Here are some quick updates:

📍 Bowling Green cuts ribbon on first Fifth Third Bank location
City leaders and Chamber officials gathered this week to celebrate the opening of Bowling Green’s first Fifth Third Bank branch, located on Nashville Road in a former Pizza Hut building. The new financial center marks the bank’s official expansion into the BG market and adds another major financial institution to the city’s growing retail corridor.
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🚨 Five charged in connection with deadly University Boulevard shooting
Five individuals are now facing charges related to a February shooting on University Boulevard that left one person dead. Court appearances are expected this week as the investigation continues and authorities move forward with the case.
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🌱 Veteran opens free community garden for veterans and first responders
A Navy veteran in nearby Smiths Grove has created a free vegetable garden and greenhouse open 24/7 for veterans and first responders. Any extra produce will be donated to the Veterans Alliance Center in Bowling Green, turning the project into both a resource and a way to give back.
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🐾 Shelters preparing for “kitten season” as warmer weather arrives
Animal shelters across the region say “kitten season” is about to begin, when warmer weather leads to a surge of stray cats and new litters. Local organizations are urging residents to spay and neuter pets to help reduce overcrowding and strain on shelters.
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If you’re looking for something to enjoy this week, we’ve got you covered👇

🎤 Jerry Seinfeld Live
⏰ Fri, Mar 13 • 7:00 PM
📍 SKyPAC — 601 College St, Bowling Green
Legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld brings his stand-up tour to Bowling Green for one night at SKyPAC.
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🎸 Orchestra Kentucky: 7 Bridges – The Ultimate Eagles Experience
⏰ Sat, Mar 14 • 7:30 PM
📍 SKyPAC — 601 College St, Bowling Green
A tribute to the music of the Eagles performed live with Orchestra Kentucky.
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🎓 The Yale Spizzwinks
⏰ Mon, Mar 16 • 7:30 PM
📍 The Capitol — 416 E Main Ave, Bowling Green
Yale’s oldest underclassman a cappella group is coming to The Capitol for a one-night performance downtown.
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😂 Wes Swietek at The Capitol
⏰ Tue, Mar 17 • 6:00 PM
📍 The Capitol — 416 E Main Ave, Bowling Green
A free live show at The Capitol closes out the week’s performing arts lineup.
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⚾ BG Hot Rods Fan Fest
⏰ Sat, Mar 14 • 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Bowling Green Ballpark — 300 E 8th Ave, Bowling Green
Get a first look at the 2026 Hot Rods season with this free preseason fan event at the ballpark.
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🔭 Monthly Public Observing Night
⏰ Tue, Mar 10 • 8:00 PM
📍 Kelly Thompson Hall, WKU — 1906 College Heights Blvd, Bowling Green
WKU’s public observing night gives skywatchers a chance to explore the night sky with the university’s astronomy program.
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📚 Baby & Toddler Sing & Sign
⏰ Wed, Mar 11 • 10:00–10:30 AM
📍 Buchanon Park Library — Bowling Green
Songs, signing, and interactive playtime designed for babies and toddlers.
👉 Learn More https://warrenpl.org/library-events/

📖 Spanish Storytime
⏰ Wed, Mar 11 • 11:00–11:30 AM
📍 Buchanon Park Library — Bowling Green
Storytime for kids featuring Spanish-language books and songs.
👉 Learn More https://warrenpl.org/library-events/

🧱 LEGO Club
⏰ Wed, Mar 11 • 3:00–4:30 PM
📍 Buchanon Park Library — Bowling Green
Kids can build creative LEGO designs and show them off with friends.
👉 Learn More https://warrenpl.org/library-events/

🧘 Gentle Yoga for Flexibility & Stability
⏰ Wed, Mar 11 • 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 SOKY Center — 636 Center St, Bowling Green
Low-impact yoga session focused on balance, flexibility, and relaxation.
👉 Learn More https://warrenpl.org/library-events/

🧘 Saturday Soul Yoga
⏰ Sat, Mar 14 • 9:00–10:00 AM
📍 SOKY Center — 636 Center St, Bowling Green
Start the weekend with a guided yoga session open to all levels.
👉 Learn More https://warrenpl.org/library-events/

🧶 Craft Corner: Beginner Guide to Knitting
⏰ Tue, Mar 10 • 10:30–11:30 AM
📍 Smiths Grove Branch Library — 115 Second St, Smiths Grove
A beginner-friendly class for anyone wanting to learn the basics of knitting.
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🍽️ Cookbook Club — “It’s All GREEN”
⏰ Tue, Mar 10 • 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Bob Kirby Branch Library — 175 Iron Skillet Ct, Bowling Green
This month’s Cookbook Club theme is all things green, with recipes, shared dishes, and conversation.
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🏺 Pottery: Intro to Wheel Throwing
⏰ Thu, Mar 12 • 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Bob Kirby Branch Library — 175 Iron Skillet Ct, Bowling Green
A two-class intro series covering wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing with a local potter.
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⛳ Sip & Putt at the RailPark
⏰ Fri, Mar 13 • 12:30–8:00 PM (two sessions available)
📍 Historic RailPark & Train Museum — 401 Kentucky St, Bowling Green
Grab some friends and take on a 9+ hole mini-golf challenge inside historic train cars while enjoying food and drinks. This adults-only event supports the preservation of the Historic RailPark and its vintage railcars.
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We love spotlighting local businesses doing cool things or new businesses on there way to BG — this one is worth knowing about.

🌳 Bowling Green announces annual Arbor Day celebration
The City of Bowling Green announced this week that its 2026 Arbor Day Celebration will take place April 25 at Kereiakes Park. The free event will include activities, prizes, and a community tree giveaway while supplies last.
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👩‍🏫 Over Fifty Citizen Academy returns this week
Bowling Green’s Over Fifty Citizen Academy kicked off this week, giving residents ages 50+ a behind-the-scenes look at how city government works. Participants tour departments, meet city leaders, and learn how services like public works, parks, and public safety operate.
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🚗 New traffic signal planned near Nashville Road development
City officials say a new traffic signal is being considered near the entrance of the Evergreen Commons development along Nashville Road as construction continues in the area. The signal would help manage traffic flow as new businesses, housing, and visitors arrive at the growing corridor.

🪴 Liberty Tree dedication planned as part of America250 celebration
Bowling Green officials announced plans for a Liberty Tree dedication ceremony as part of nationwide celebrations leading up to the United States’ 250th anniversary. Community members are invited to attend the event honoring the historic symbol of American independence.
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Last week, dozens of volunteers across Bowling Green spent a rainy evening doing something most people never see — helping conduct the community’s annual homelessness count across Warren County.

The effort, known as the Point-in-Time count, brings together local nonprofits, outreach workers, and volunteers who walk through different parts of the city to identify and interview people experiencing homelessness. Along the way, they also hand out coats, food, and resource bags to help those in need.

Organizations like HOTEL INC, BG Neighbors Aid Network, Goodwill’s outreach team, LifeSkills, and others worked together with around 20 volunteers searching parks, neighborhoods, and shelters to better understand the needs in the community. The information helps determine funding for housing and support programs locally.

While the work can be difficult — especially in bad weather — volunteers say the goal is simple: make sure the people who need help in Bowling Green are seen, counted, and connected with resources.

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