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By Brian Basham I recently sat down in the Cromwell Media AMVETS Post 9 Studio for a conversation that truly moved me-an interview with the women behind Fresh Start for Women in Owensboro. This was part of Volunteer Owensboro's mission to give local nonprofits a platform to share their work and connect with the communi...

By: Brian Basham The Junior League of Owensboro is more than just an organization-it's a movement driven by the passion and dedication of women committed to advancing leadership and making a meaningful impact in the community. Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with members of the Junior League to discuss thei...

An assault call Tuesday resulted in the arrest of a man ccused of deserting the Navy. On Tuesday night, Daviess County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) patrol deputies responded to an assault call in the 3500 Block of Fields Road near Thruston. A female resident of the home reported being assaulted by her boyfriend, Christian C...

Flags are being flown at half-staff across Indiana today. Governor Mike Braun directed the flags be lowered for Peace Officers Memorial Day. The day honors law enforcement officers killed or disabled in the line of duty. The governor asks all residential and commercial flags be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunse...

A Henderson man is facing charges for allegedly attacking two women and choking a dog. The incident happened Tuesday on Rosser Drive when 36-year-old Jeffery Fischer allegedly physically assaulted and choked two women during an argument. Fischer then allegedly grabbed a dog by its neck and placed the dog in a chokehold...

A new report claims that many hospitals in Central Kentucky are below average when it comes to safety. Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that keeps track of patient safety, says that several Central Kentucky hospitals are below average in a variety of safety metrics such as patient falls and infections. Sta...

A suspect was arrested by Daviess County Sheriff's Deputies on Saturday, May 3rd, following an investigation into a reported shooting that occurred Thursday night in the 5500 block of KY 144 in Thruston. At approximately 9:45 p.m. on May 1st, DCSO patrol deputies responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence in...

The Daviess County Sheriff's Office is operating a remote vehicle inspection site today (Monday) until 6 p.m. on the lot of KY Sound Stage, 5333 Frederica Street. Anyone needing an inspection because of hail damage is encouraged to avoid the lines at the Courthouse and go to this site. Ensure that any broken glass on t...

Indiana could grow by 33 counties that have voted to leave Illinois under a bill that's been sent to Governor Braun. The legislation would call for a study on absorbing the counties. The Illinois counties have approved an "advisory referenda" to leave the state since 2020. House Minority Leader Phil GiaQuinta...

State lawmakers are considering a two-dollar increase in cigarette taxes to help make up a two-point-four-billion-dollar budget shortfall. That would double the taxes on cigarettes in the state if approved. State Representative Gregory Porter of Indianapolis says the increase is "way overdue" and says it coul...

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...

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...

(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...

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...

This week in the 97X Hot Seat Tatum was joined by Johnathan Voyles of local metal band Bury the Coffin and Wizard Booking Nationwide! They chatted all about shows coming up at Banky's Sports Bar & Grill that feature local, regional, and national acts! LISTEN BELOW TO LEARN MORE: LEARN MORE ABOUT THE EVENTS HERE: Me...