Announcements
The following is a list of announcements made by the City of Bowling Green over the last year.
City celebrates graduates of Academy for New Americans
Jun 12, 2024
Summary: The City of Bowling Green will host a graduation ceremony on Friday, June 14 at 12 p.m. for the 29 graduates from its sixth cohort of the Academy for New Americans, making it the largest graduating class to date.
Storm debris pickup begins today
Jun 10, 2024
Summary: All vegetative debris should be placed near the curb for pick up. Do not park a car or in any way place the debris behind or near something that will block access to it. Inaccessible debris will not be picked up.
Governor announces $223M investment in affordable housing with 635 units in Bowling Green and Warren County
Jun 3, 2024
Summary: This historic announcement for Bowling Green and Warren County is the culmination of collaborative efforts during the last couple of years with city staff, state agencies, tax-credit developers, and our elected officials.
Storm debris pickup to begin June 10
May 28, 2024
Summary: The City will begin storm debris pickup for vegetative debris only on June 10. Neighborhood schedules to be announced at a later date.
BGFD seeks lateral transfers
May 10, 2024
Summary: Applicants currently employed as a full-time firefighter with another department who have at least two consecutive years of full-time, paid firefighter experience are encouraged to apply for the lateral transfer program at BGFD.
Members of Silver Sneakers share culture at International Party
Apr 26, 2024
Summary: Silver Sneakers recently hosted their second annual International Party celebrating diversity and camaraderie among its members.
BGCAN Spring Rally of the Neighborhoods Focuses on Public Works
Apr 26, 2024
Summary: BGCAN's Spring Rally of the Neighborhoods will feature Public Works Director Andy Souza and Operations Manager Ryan Johnson, along with an update on Neighborhood Services.
City celebrates Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week
Apr 15, 2024
Summary: This week, the City of Bowling Green’s Animal Protection Division and Warren County Sheriff’s Office will be showing appreciation for our Animal Control Officers and highlighting their essential role in public safety and animal welfare.
Area judges, local government, and law enforcement urge legislature to fund Anchor Project amid mental health and substance use crises
Mar 21, 2024
Summary: As Kentucky's legislative session end is near, this $23M request from BRADD leaders to the entire Kentucky Senate and House is a big ask,” Bowling Green Mayor Todd Alcott said. “BRADD leaders are optimistic and grateful to our legislative leaders carrying our flag.
City donates recovered Southern Queen Hotel’s historic Shake Rag items to WKU Special Collections Library
Mar 18, 2024
Summary: The City donated an extensive collection of historic Shake Rag artifacts from the Southern Queen Hotel to the Western Kentucky University Special Collections Library last week. Almost 800 items were recovered last summer during the process of stabilizing the property to save it for restoration.
International students visit City Hall
Mar 15, 2024
Summary: Mayor Todd Alcott gave the students a tour of the building explaining the building’s age, usage, the naming of The Denning Commons, and a quick tutorial on how city government works and encouraged the students to continue their education.
City takes top honors in Site Selection Magazine's Governor's Cup rankings
Mar 8, 2024
Summary: Bowling Green is number one in the Tier 3 Metros in the state with 23 total projects along with second in projects per capita. Bowling Green also ranked in the top 10 for total projects in the South Central region for all Kentucky cities regardless of size.
City launches first ever podcast, TalkBGKY
Mar 5, 2024
Summary: Upcoming episodes will delve into Underground Bowling Green, unsolved homicides, safe driving practices, cybersecurity, parks and recreation fun and all things related to Bowing Green.
The 10th Class of the City's Over 50 Citizens Academy Ongoing This Week
Mar 4, 2024
Summary: The City's 10th cohort of its Over 50 Citizens Academy began today and is ongoing this week, with participants going behind the scenes of City government and learning about various community resources for growing up and growing old in Bowling Green.
Sixth Annual Academy for New Americans begins February 29
Feb 27, 2024
Summary: The City of Bowling Green’s annual Academy for New Americans will launch on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 9 a.m. at the Neighborhood and Community Services Department located at 707 East Main Avenue.
2024 Fairview Cemetery Annual Cleanup
Feb 27, 2024
Summary: Fairview Cemetery Staff begins their Annual Cleanup March 1. Cleanup will continue throughout the mowing/mulching season. Any items in the way of grave maintenance along with worn, faded flowers and trinkets will be removed. For more information contact 270-393-3607.
Leadership committee announces plans for regional mental and substance abuse treatment facility
Feb 26, 2024
Summary: This community-based leadership team has come up with a solution modeled after a Nashville facility the committee visited last year. With this model, a person in crisis can receive immediate treatment.
City gives away free pet supplies
Jan 29, 2024
Summary: Courtesy of a generous donation from Chewy.com via the Humane Society of the U.S., the City's animal control officers have secured a large donation of pet supplies to be distributed to the community.
UPDATE: Signal repair work to slow traffic at intersection of Smallhouse and Cave Mill Roads
Jan 22, 2024
Summary: Crews will change out a traffic signal at the intersection of Cave Mill and Smallhouse Roads. Drivers must treat that intersection as a four-way stop.
Registration Now Open for Over 50 Citizens Academy
Jan 19, 2024
Summary: Registration is underway now through Feb. 26 for the next class of the City of Bowling Green's Over 50 Citizens Academy, a behind-the scenes look at City government and our community resources for an Age Friendly Bowling Green.
International Communities Advisory Council to meet January 23
Jan 17, 2024
Summary: The City's International Communities Advisory Council will hold its bimonthly meeting on Tuesday, January 23rd at 5 p.m. in the Neighborhood and Community Services Department at 707 E. Main Avenue.
Open House, Survey Regarding Project to Realign Highland Way & Emmett as part of Nashville Road Widening
Jan 17, 2024
Summary: A public open house and survey are being conducted by Public Works staff regarding a project to realign Highland Way with Emmett Avenue as part of the Nashville Road widening project. The open house is planned for 4:30-6:30 pm on Jan. 23 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
City unveils new Riverfront Park master plan
Jan 17, 2024
Summary: Downtown Bowling Green’s much-anticipated Riverfront Park master plan was unveiled at today’s Board of Commissioners retreat at Sloan Convention Center. A project in the works for over seven years, the new Riverfront Park is set to be a pivotal moment in the history of downtown’s development.
Hazardous Weather Bulletin: Warming Centers Available Through Jan. 21
Jan 17, 2024
Summary: Due to hazardous weather and below freezing temperatures, shelter and warming centers will continue to be available for people experiencing homelessness or without heat in their homes through Sunday, Jan. 21.
January 2024 Downtown Meet Up Minutes
Jan 16, 2024
Summary: The January Downtown Meet Up was hosted by The Healing Spirit at 300 College Street on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. These are the Minutes of that meeting.
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