Announcements
The following is a list of announcements made by the City of Bowling Green over the last year.
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Former Mayor Patsy Sloan
Jan 22, 2025
Summary: Former Bowling Green Mayor Patsy T. Sloan, 85, passed away Tuesday at the Colonial Center. A pioneering figure for women in local politics, she served on the City Commission from 1978 to 1987 and became the city’s first female mayor, holding office from 1988 to 1991.
2025 Spring Youth Tee Ball, Coach Pitch & Machine Pitch Registration
Jan 16, 2025
Summary: Registration for 2025 Spring Youth Tee Ball, Coach Pitch & Machine Pitch is now available online. All practices and games will be held at C.W. Lampkin Park, 938 Morgantown Road. Registration ends March 1. For more information contact Pete Samios at 270-393-3624.
Over Fifty Citizen's Academy taking applications
Jan 14, 2025
Summary: Join the 2025 Over Fifty Citizen’s Academy and discover how the City of Bowling Green operates while connecting with your community
2025 Spring Tennis Camp Registration
Jan 13, 2025
Summary: Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is accepting registration for 2025 Spring Tennis Camp online. Session dates are available for Youth (5-17) and Adults (18+) during April. For more information contact 270-393-3624.
2025 Shelter Reservations
Jan 10, 2025
Summary: Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is accepting 2024 shelter reservations beginning Monday, January 13 at 10 am. Reserve your shelter online or in-person at the Parks Admin Office located at 225 East Third Avenue.
2025 Spring Youth Lacrosse Registration
Jan 8, 2025
Summary: Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is accepting registration online for 2025 Spring Youth Lacrosse online until March 31. This sport offers league play for K-8th graders. Please contact 270-393-3624 for more information.
2025 Indoor Winter Volleyball Registration
Jan 6, 2025
Summary: Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is accepting Adult Indoor Winter Volleyball Registration online beginning January 6 at Noon. Competitive and Recreational leagues are available. For more information contact 270-393-3624.
2025 Biddy Cheer Registration
Dec 21, 2024
Summary: Bowling Green Parks and Recreation will begin to accept registration for Biddy Cheer, Dec. 23. Registration is online and for ages 3-8 years old. If you need more info., contact 270-393-3734 for more information.
Traffic Impact Downtown BGKY Lights Up
Dec 2, 2024
Summary: Increased traffic is expected in Downtown Bowling Green on Friday, Dec. 6 for Downtown BGKY Lights Up. Lighting ceremonies take place at varied locations and times with food trucks and children's activities happening from 5 to 8 pm. BG Trolley will provide a loop downtown during this time.
Downtown BGKY Lights Up Friday, Dec. 6
Dec 1, 2024
Summary: Your favorite Downtown BGKY family-friendly holiday event returns Friday, December 6. There will be lots to see and do in Downtown Bowling Green.
2025 Russell Sims Aquatic Center Early Pass Sale
Dec 1, 2024
Summary: Russell Sims Aquatic Center will offer the Early Bird Season Pass Special Dec. 1, 2024-May 1, 2025. Choose to make a purchase for an individual pass or a family pass (4 members) or more. Need more information contact 270-393-3549.
Neighborhood Builders Awards Honors More Than Two Dozen Individuals & Organizations
Nov 27, 2024
Summary: The Department of Neighborhood & Community Services honored more than two dozen deserving nominees when it held its 22nd Neighborhood Builders Awards Banquet this week.
2025 Adult Winter Basketball League Registration
Nov 21, 2024
Summary: Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is accepting registration online for Winter Adult Basketball League. There's a division for everyone and League spots fill up fast. Contact Pete Samios at 270-393-3624 or 270-393-3549 for more information.
Traffic Impact Alert WKU Homecoming Parade & Big Red's Roar in Downtown BG
Nov 13, 2024
Summary: The WKU Homecoming Parade and Big Red's Roar will be on Friday night, Nov. 15 in Downtown Bowling Green. Parking will be impacted on Fountain Square as early as 2:00 p.m. to prepare for the pre-parade festivities that start at 4:00 p.m. The parade starts at 5:30 p.m. from Cherry Hall.
Property taxes due Dec. 31
Nov 8, 2024
Summary: Property taxes are due Dec. 31. The bills were mailed out Nov. 7. City property taxes have not been raised in more than 20 years.
Information, Photos Sought Regarding Historic Flooding of Jennings Creek
Oct 31, 2024
Summary: Current and former residents of the Whispering Hills neighborhood and nearby neighbors are invited to share their observations of historic flooding of the Jennings Creek and any photos at an open house planned for Nov. 14.
Traffic Impact for Halloween, Pumpkin Alley
Oct 30, 2024
Summary: Traffic impacts are expected during trick-or-treating on Thursday, Oct. 31 for Pumpkin Alley in the Briarwood neighborhood and in other locations with seasonal displays. Drivers should use caution driving in neighborhoods at all times, but especially between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Traffic Impact for Scare On the Square, Other Events in Downtown BGKY
Oct 24, 2024
Summary: Traffic Impacts Expected Saturday, Oct. 26 for Scare On the Square, Other Events. All streets around Fountain Square will be closed from noon to 5:00 p.m.
Downtown BGKY Harvest Festival Planned for Saturday, Oct. 19
Oct 11, 2024
Summary: The annual Downtown BGKY Harvest Festival will take place in Downtown Bowling Green, Kentucky on Saturday, October 19th starting at 11 am! This family-friendly fall event will have activities for ALL AGES and ABILITIES.
Traffic Impact for Downtown BGKY Harvest Festival on Oct. 19
Oct 10, 2024
Summary: Traffic and parking impacts are expected in downtown Bowling Green for the annual Downtown BGKY Harvest Festival and associated events on Saturday, October 19.
Leaf pickup to begin soon
Oct 7, 2024
Summary: The city is divided into 10 work zones, with each zone scheduled for two consecutive days of leaf pickup. Crews will not begin work in a zone before its scheduled date. If a zone is finished ahead of schedule, crews will backtrack to unfinished areas, starting with the oldest location.
Bowling Green is recognized for budget presentation
Oct 1, 2024
Summary: The City of Bowling Green was given the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its budget for the 13th year in a row.
Nominate a Good Neighbor for a Neighborhood Builder Award
Oct 1, 2024
Summary: The City of Bowling Green Neighborhoods Division seeks nominations to recognize individuals, neighborhood groups and organizations who have had a positive impact for neighborhoods and for our community at large.
City of Bowling Green Named 2024 Kentucky League of Cities City Government of the Year
Sep 20, 2024
Summary: This prestigious award recognizes the city's exceptional efforts in fulfilling its mission. KLC will recognize Bowling Green during an awards ceremony at the 2024 KLC Conference & Expo in Lexington on Sept. 27.
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