May 2024
The Bowling Green market is currently witnessing a significant surge in both economic development and population growth. This momentum can be partially attributed to the area’s favorable cost of living, coupled with the expansion of businesses, leading to recent national recognition.
Bowling Green named #1 in economic development for metros under 200,000 by Site Selection Magazine.
Bowling Green named #7 on Southern Living’s 2024 Best Cities On the Rise.
Tyson opens $355 million bacon production plant in Bowling Green. The new plant will create nearly 450 jobs.
City of Bowling Green unveils new Riverfront Park master plan. The park includes 20 features that were the most popular from public info and stakeholder conversations.
Southern Coil Solutions is bringing a $63 million investment for a cutting-edge distribution and transfer facility, creating 28 new jobs in Bowling Green.
Vista Metals announced $60 million investment to establish a new specialty aluminum products operation in Bowling Green. The plan will bring over 50 new jobs to the area.
Norton Healthcare and Norton Children’s have expanded operations, opening a Bowling Green facility. The expansion is part of a $1.2 million investment and will have 9,000 square feet of space for pediatric and adult primary care.
Shinsung ST KY Inc., a manufacturer of press parts and secondary battery components, is investing $54 million into a new facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
The Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) in downtown Bowling Green announced $8.5 million expansion. The new facility will house rehearsal spaces, a workshop for set designs, increased storage, and administrative offices.