This week on the State & Main Podcast, we sit down with Brent Childers, Director of Neighborhood & Community Services for the City of Bowling Green, to discuss one of the most exciting transformations our community has ever seen—the future of Bowling Green's riverfront.

Brent takes us behind the scenes of the city's long-term vision to reconnect downtown with the Barren River through the new Riverfront Park and the broader wave of public and private investment reshaping the area. From outdoor recreation and event spaces to new opportunities for business, housing, and entertainment, we explore how this once-overlooked part of the city is becoming a destination for both residents and visitors. The multi-phase, 70-acre project is designed to serve as a catalyst for economic development while creating new ways for people to experience the river and downtown Bowling Green.

We also talk about the planning process behind a project of this scale, the partnerships making it possible, and how the riverfront fits into Bowling Green's continued growth. Brent shares what residents can expect in the coming years, why this investment is so important to the city's future, and how thoughtful development can preserve the character of Bowling Green while creating new opportunities for generations to come.

If you're curious about the future of Bowling Green, passionate about community development, or simply want a behind-the-scenes look at one of the city's most ambitious projects, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Happy listening to Episode 7 of the State & Main Podcast!