Announcements
The following is a list of announcements made by the City of Bowling Green over the last year.
Parker-Bennett Community Center Playground Now Open!
Jul 1, 2025
Summary: Parker-Bennett Community Center Playground is now open and ready for play!
Bowling Green Earns National Award for Financial Excellence for 19th Consecutive Year
Jul 1, 2025
Summary: For the 19th year in a row, the City of Bowling Green has earned national recognition for financial transparency and excellence from the Government Finance Officers Association. Only 11 cities in all of Kentucky received this prestigious award in 2023 and Bowling Green was one of them.
2025 Learn to Swim Registration
Jul 1, 2025
Summary: Registration for the Learn to Swim Program will be held July 1, 2 & 3 from 9 am-11:00 am and 4 pm-6 pm at Russell Sims Aquatic Center. Participants must be dressed to get in the pool at the time of registration for a skills assessment test.
NCS Revamps Neighborhood Grant Program
Jun 30, 2025
Summary: Big changes are coming to Bowling Green’s neighborhood grant program—now called Strategic Neighborhood Grant Funds—with $60,000 available for community-driven projects in 2026. Applications for Fall funding are open now through August 1, so rally your neighbors and bring your ideas to life.
Duncan Hines Days 2025 Recap
Jun 19, 2025
Summary: At least 13,000 people attended a Duncan Hines Days event, representing at least 17 states based on zip code tracking, and a conservative economic impact of $2.04 million was spent in the BG/WC area. This community development event continues to improve our quality of life.
2025 Boys & Girls Jr. City Golf Championship
Jun 11, 2025
Summary: CrossWinds and Paul Walker Golf Courses are hosting the 2025 Boys Jr. City Golf Championship July 16 for ages 12-18. It's free to register and lunch is provided. Contact 270-393-3559 and 270-393-3821 for more information.
City of Bowling Green to Celebrate Largest Academy for New Americans Graduating Class
Jun 9, 2025
Summary: Thirty trailblazing New Americans will graduate June 13 in the City of Bowling Green’s largest-ever Academy for New Americans class, representing 13 countries and 21 languages. Their journey wraps with hands-on community service, turning leadership lessons into real impact with Habitat for Humanity.
2025 Youth Golf Clinics, Short Game & Jr. Golf Camp
Jun 9, 2025
Summary: Bowling Green Parks & Recreation is offering free Youth Golf Clinics, a short game and a Jr. Golf Camp for ages 6-17. Sign up for one or all. Need more information contact 270-393-3877 or call Zach at 270-282-5227.
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Warren County
May 19, 2025
Summary: A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Warren County at Michael O. Buchanon Park to assist Kentucky residents affected by the April storms with applying for FEMA aid and accessing recovery resources. Survivors can visit the center without an appointment before the June 25 deadline.
2025 Westside Baseball Developmental Program Registration
May 16, 2025
Summary: Westside Baseball is back! This is for youth ages 9-12 interested in learning the game of baseball regardless of skill-set. Registration is online or onsite at Pedigo Park, 1341 Normalview Drive.
Parker-Bennett Community Center Playground Update
Apr 23, 2025
Summary: BGPR Parks Maintenance Preps Parker-Bennett Site for New Playground Installation
Community Resource Center Opens to Assist Residents Affected by Flooding; FEMA Claims Must Wait for Federal Declaration
Apr 16, 2025
Summary: If you’ve been impacted by the recent flooding, find out how and where to get help—and why it’s critical to wait before filing with FEMA.
UPDATE: Road closure - April 10 - 4:30 p.m.
Apr 10, 2025
Summary: See the road list below for closed roads.
UPDATE: Road closure - April 9 - 2:30 p.m.
Apr 9, 2025
Summary: See the road list below for closed roads.
Flood Cleanup: What You Need to Know About Debris Removal and Authorized Services
Apr 8, 2025
Summary: As floodwaters recede, homeowners are responsible for debris removal, with only licensed contractors and specific waste services authorized to collect and dispose of construction debris.
UPDATE: Road closure - April 8 - 2:30 p.m.
Apr 8, 2025
Summary: See the road list below for closed roads.
Annual Fair Housing Event
Apr 8, 2025
Summary: The Theme: Fair Housing: The "Act" in Action of a Resource Fair.
Road closure alert - April 7 - 4:05 p.m.
Apr 7, 2025
Summary: See the road list below for closed roads.
Shelter available for flood victims; damage assessments underway
Apr 7, 2025
Summary: Temporary shelter for flood victims, including pet accommodations, is available at Michael O. Buchanan Park, while City staff conducts property assessments to evaluate disaster losses.
Emergency Update: Historic Flooding in Bowling Green and Warren County
Apr 6, 2025
Summary: Bowling Green and Warren County are experiencing historic flooding, with widespread damage expected to property, though no loss of life has been reported. Residents urged to avoid flooded areas and stay cautious of hazardous conditions.
2025 Coed Adult Dodgeball League Registration is now open
Apr 2, 2025
Summary: Bowling Green Parks & Recreation is accepting registration for 2025 Coed Adult Dodgeball until September 11. For more information contact 270-393-3624.
New Playgrounds Coming Soon!
Mar 24, 2025
Summary: Reservoir Hill Park and Parker-Bennett Community Center will be receiving new playgrounds at their facilities.
32nd Annual Women of Achievement Luncheon
Mar 10, 2025
Summary: "Moving Forward Together, Women Inspiring Generations."
Seventh Annual Academy For New Americans begins Feb. 27
Feb 25, 2025
Summary: The City of Bowling Green’s annual Academy for New Americans will launch on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 9 a.m. at the Neighborhood and Community Services Department located at 707 East Main Avenue.
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