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Hello Bowling Green! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Elevate WKU housing, gold and silver’s 2026 surge, and Everclear returns + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Campus living reimagined: WKU released renderings for Elevate WKU, a planned 1,000-bed complex replacing two aging residence halls on campus, with a $350 million Gilbane partnership adding shared kitchens, lounges, and study spaces — get all the project details.
Preparing tomorrow’s public safety leaders: Kentucky State Police are accepting Youth Academy applications. Bowling Green teens gain leadership, fitness, and law basics. The academy runs June 28 to July 2, with applications due May 14 — see how and when to apply.
Potential boost for local services: Local leaders proposed House Bill 557 to reform jail funding, seeking reimbursement closer to real inmate costs at Warren County Regional Jail, potentially saving $2.5 to $3 million a year — see what the bill would do.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Tapas night, sorted: Toro mixes Spanish-Latin small plates with a lively bar vibe… think tapas, seafood, and cocktails that actually deserve a second round. The scene hums with chatter as plates circulate and glasses clink, turning bites into a full-on hang that keeps conversation, and cravings, in motion.
Outfit your week outdoors: From real-deal layers to trail-ready footwear and a quick paddle upgrade, Nat’s Outdoor Sports turns “I’m actually going” into “I already left.” With a bike shop plus kayaks and canoes, swapping couch time for fresh air around Bowling Green gets easy… gear that really gets used.
Movie night, sorted: The Capitol keeps downtown Bowling Green buzzing with classics, indie discoveries, and community screenings, plus comfy seats, crisp sound, and sensibly priced snacks. Movie night stays easy, affordable, and worth leaving the couch for… plans you might actually keep.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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🎪 The Great Pages Circus @ SOKY Fairgrounds | Wednesday (3/4) at 4:30 PM – Whether your inner kid craves big-top thrills or you just want the grandkids to look up from their screens, the Great Pages Circus hits SOKY Fairgrounds with aerialists, clowns, ponies, camels, and the Globe of Death. Two kids free per adult, tickets at pagescircus.com.
🎯 ACO Regional @ The Foundry | Wednesday (3/4) at 7:00 PM – Hit The Foundry for an ACO cornhole regional, not your cousin’s tailgate toss. Singles, doubles, coed, seniors, and more, ACO-stamped bags only, bragging rights up for grabs. Because in Bowling Green, we take our tosses seriously.
☘ Pageant (St. Patrick’s Theme) @ MainStay Suites Bowling Green North | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Bowling Green is going full St. Paddy’s with a beginner friendly pageant where the kiddos strut, smile, and leave with a tiara and trophy, no tears required. Think less cutthroat, more shamrock sparkle, supportive vibes, and family photos you will actually print.
🎸 BGRBA 60’s Showcase @ The Capitol | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 PM – Whether you spun these records the first time or you stole your parents’, the BGRBA crew is cranking out a 60s showcase that’s all killer, no filler. Expect student bands, far-out grooves, and the kind of communal, feel-good night that reminds you why downtown hits.
🎠 Kids Carousel Consignment Event @ Knicely Conference Center | Thursday (3/12) at 9:00 AM – Bowling Green’s favorite closet refresh hits Knicely Conference Center off Nashville Road with deals for babies, kids, teens, men, and women. Hunt bargains, chat with half the PTA, smug about the prices. VIP early access exists, cash and credit accepted, credit has a small fee.
🎸 Everclear and more @ Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center | Saturday (3/21) at 7:30 PM – 90s alt-rock alert, Everclear and Sister Hazel are back for a sing-along that’ll have you living beside the ocean, and belting All for You like it’s ’97 again. Call the sitter, warm up the chorus muscles, and act surprised when every lyric returns.
🐰 Free Photos with the Easter Bunny @ Flea Land | Sunday (3/29) at 12:00 PM – Skip the mall chaos and swing by Flea Land for free photos with the Easter Bunny, indoors, without the long lines. Bring the kids, the grandparents, and your camera, then roam Kentucky’s biggest indoor flea market for treasures, snacks, and nostalgia you actually keep.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Bowling Green report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 34%
A chance of rain showers after 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. South wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 77°F – Low: 59°F – Precip: 56%
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
A modern mix farmhouse pairs clean lines with warm textures, offered as a fully customizable build within a planned subdivision. Layouts, finishes, and budget can be tailored to project goals while honoring subdivision guidelines. Single digit lots remain, and available financing adds flexibility, creating an easy path from vision to move-in for a stylish, functional retreat.
Take a peek inside →
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