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Volunteer Owensboro Minute: Julia from the Isaac Sterett Adventure Foundation
On this week's Volunteer Owensboro Minute, brought to you by AMVETS Post 75 and heard on WBIO, we spoke with Julia from the Isaac Sterett Adventure Foundation. The foundation creates adventure and leadership opportunities for local youth, helping them build confidence, teamwork, and resilience. Julia shared how communi...
23h ago

Ejected Driver Seriously Hurt in Crash
A serious crash near the intersection of Lonesome Pine and Windy Hollow Roads in Daviess County Thursday evening left one person critically injured. Deputies arrived to find a severely damaged 2020 Chevy sedan about 20 feet off the road, resting against a tree. The driver, who was alone in the vehicle, had been ejected...
Aug 01, 2025

Part of East 18th Closing Monday
Expect road changes in Owensboro as RWRA prepares to close East 18th Street, from Moseley Street to Sweeney Street, starting Monday, August 4. The closure is necessary for sewer repairs and is expected to last four to five days, weather permitting. A signed detour will be available for regular traffic, and a dedicated ...
Aug 01, 2025

Empty Bowl Accepting Applications
Empty Bowls of Owensboro is now accepting applications from Daviess County organizations working to fight hunger. Groups focusing on sustainable solutions, education, and community engagement are invited to apply for a chance to receive proceeds from the organization's annual fundraiser dinner and silent auction. This ...
Jul 31, 2025

Beshear: Some Counties Denied FEMA Assistance
Three Kentucky counties won't receive FEMA assistance for the severe storms in April and May. Yesterday, Governor Andy Beshear's office confirmed that individual assistance for Christian and Todd Counties was denied, in addition to public assistance being denied for Leslie County. This was related to the deadly storms ...
Jul 31, 2025
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Blackberry Smoke Brings Tour To Beaver Dam
Beaver Dam, KY] - BLACKBERRY SMOKE is bringing their RATTLE, RAMBLE and ROLL TOUR to The DAM on Saturday, October 4, 2025 with a "Half A Tank Of Gas And A Fist Full Of Overdrive!" Special guest Drake White is the direct support for this show. An additional surprise guest will be announced at a later date. Thi...
Jun 09, 2025

Cromwell Media and Volunteer Owensboro Partner to Inspire Community Action for Child Advocacy
In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, Cromwell Media and Volunteer Owensboro are teaming up to launch a powerful initiative encouraging the community to Be Change For The Child on April 24th. What began as a conversation last fall with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) has grown into a movement-uniting...
Apr 17, 2025

Flo Rida Coming to Beaver Dam
Flo Rida, the superstar rapper known for chart-topping hits like "Low" and "Right Round," is set to electrify the stage at The DAM on May 24, 2025. This performance, featuring his full band, is part of the 2025 First United Bank & Trust Concert Series. Adding to the excitement, the renowned Ying...
Dec 26, 2024

Hank Williams Jr Boogie Bar Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
(Nashville, TN)- Seven days a week, you can find Broadway in Nashville bustling with neon lights, country music and thousands of country music fans strolling the famous Music City street. Nestled among the bars and clubs' neon lights, you'll find Hank Williams Jr Boogie Bar located between the former Ernest Tubb Record...
Nov 04, 2024

Windy Hollow Speedway and Visit Owensboro Partner For Halloween Demolition Derby
Windy Hollow Speedway is thrilled to announce the First Annual Pumpkin Smash Bash, a Halloween- themed demolition derby, set to take place on Friday, October 25th at 7:30 PM. This high-octane event promises to deliver a good time for the whole family, with a unique twist of pumpkin-smashing incorporated into the excite...
Sep 18, 2024
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Community Calendar - Sponsored by Robert Edge KFB Insurance
JAN 02 - NOV 07
JAN 02 - NOV 07

Free Friday @ The Evansville Museum
Museum Art Source, Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, Southeast Riverside Drive, Evansville, IN, USA
Want to visit the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science for free? The first Friday of every month is Free Friday! Join us from 11 am to 5 pm for free admission to all museum exhibitions and EMTRAC. Tickets to shows in the Koch Immersive Theater & Planetarium are still available for purchase. To learn more, please visit https://emuseum.org/.
Full DetailsAUG 09 - AUG 10
AUG 09 - AUG 10

Musick Studios: Dancing With Our Stars!
RiverPark Center, Daviess Street, Owensboro, KY, USA
You can catch Musick Federation at Dancing With Our Stars on August 9th at the RiverPark Center! Tickets are ON SALE. Show your support for the Bouleware Mission!
This year’s dancers?:
Kate & Jason Higdon
Kelly Crabtree-Day & Jeff Day
Annie Fleck & Ronnie Edge
Abby Elder & Stefan Swift
Katie Daniels & Carson Murphy
Purchase your tickets through your favorite team so they can have bonus points added to their total!
#musickstudios #musickfederation #dancingwithourstars
Full DetailsOCT 04
OCT 04

Elite Car Show sponsored by Elite Auto Glass
2625 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY 42301-5441, United States
Mark your calendars and save the date for the 2nd Annual Elite Auto Car Show! We are thrilled to bring you a spectacular event featuring unique trophies, delicious food, lively music, and an impressive array of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Whether you're a vehicle enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, there's something for everyone. Registration will open soon, so stay tuned for more details. You won't want to miss this exciting day filled with automotive excellence and community fun!
**If weather delay, we will move date to October 5th!**
Full DetailsAUG 04 - AUG 18
AUG 04 - AUG 18

Real Hacienda Back to School Contest!
Real Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - Frederica, Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY, USA
August 4th - 18th!
Back to School Bonanza Alert! Our much-anticipated contest is BACK from August 4th - 18th! Nominate your school by visiting any Real Hacienda Mexican Restaurants and give those amazing teachers and faculty a chance to win FREE CATERING!
No purchase = One entry
Make any purchase = Double entry
Spend over $50 = Triple entry
Let's show our teachers some love and make their school year unforgettable! Who's ready for some delicious celebrations? Spread the word, tag your friends, and bring on the entries!
Full DetailsAUG 21
AUG 21

RVBH: INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY AT THE PARK
1215 Hickman Ave Owensboro, KY 42301
Hear from caring, inspirational speakers and learn about available community resources at the INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY AT THE PARK!
Free pizza
DJ
Petting Zoo
Free Kona Ice
Giveaways
Family-Friendly Activities Resources
Free Narcan & More!
Expungement Services Pre-Registration Required Registration is limited. Pre-register by Aug. 15. To register contact: TIFFANNY BUCKNER KY Justice and Public Safety Cabinet 270-231-5973 (8AM-4:30PM CST)
Thursday, August 21, 2025
4-7 PM at Moreland Park 1215 Hickman Ave Owensboro, KY 42301
Full DetailsNOV 15 - NOV 16
NOV 15 - NOV 16

RYR Endurance Race Weekend
RYR Endurance Team is excited about our inaugural race weekend hosted in the small river town of Owensboro, KY. The weekend will offer a marathon on both Saturday and Sunday.
Both marathons will be on the same USATF-certified course and are Boston Qualifiers.
The Saturday race is designed for those who want to complete the marathon but aren’t concerned with BQ qualifying times. This race will be open to more athletes and be a more congested race – with lots of athletes enjoying the race.
The Sunday marathon is designed for those athletes desiring a personal best or trying to BQ. Registration for this race will be limited, as there will be tables set up for athletes to stage their individual nutrition needs and less race traffic to navigate. RYR Endurance Team will also host a 5K, half marathon, and 50K on Saturday and a 10K on Sunday.
For more information on prices visit RYR Endurance Race Weekend
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