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Popular ‘Summer Fest’ Returns to Owensboro, KY with Fun Changes
Last year, My Sister's Keeper, Owensboro's newest emergency shelter for women and children, held its inaugural Summer Fest fundraiser at The Cottage, just outside the city limits. Summer Fest 2023 was an all day food and music festival that raised money for the shelter, which opened earlier this year at 2820 4th Street. This year, the hours of Summer Fest have been scaled back, but the event is still going to be action-packed- from start to finish- with food, fun and entertainment.
Party in Paradise returns this fall to Warrick Co.
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The party is back in Warrick County this September. The Party in Paradise kicks off in Friedman Park Saturday September 28th. The event runs from 5-10pm. The 21 and over evening will feature live music from The After Party, 10 food trucks, along with alcoholic beverages of wine, beer, and selzter. […]
The Warrick County Fair is this week. Here's what you need to know before you go.
The Warrick County 4-H Fair is this week, and there are a few changes this year. Beginning Monday at the Warrick County 4-H Center, the family-friendly event will have a little bit of everything for everyone. Here's what you need to know before you go. When and where is the...
Vanderburgh County Fair less than a week away
VANDERBURGH COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — The Vanderburgh County Fair is right around the corner. The 103rd annual fair will return to the Vanderburgh 4-H Center at 201 E Boonville-New Harmony Rd. from Monday, July 22, to Saturday, July 27. Before the fair officially kicks off on Monday, several shows...
Daviess County Lions Club Fair kicks off this week
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The 51st annual Daviess County Lions Club Fair begins on Wednesday, and runs till Saturday. According to the event page, the fair will include various attractions like a carnival, petting zoo, monster truck show, food booths and more for people of all ages to enjoy. Admission prices: For more information on […]
Adoption event happening in Daviess County this weekend
DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — There's a pet adoption event happening this weekend in Daviess County. Daviess County Animal Care and Control will is partnering up with PetSmart to host the adoption event on Saturday, July 20. During the event, which will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m....
Owensboro Health announces new director of Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Owensboro Health has announced the appointment of Bill Jordan as the new director of the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center. Officials say Jordan began his role on July 15, and reports directly to Chris Sale, Owensboro Health Vice President of Operations. In his new role, Jordan will oversee Radiation Oncology, Oncology Infusion, […]
Local delegates at the Republican National Convention
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Some representatives from Western Kentucky are in Milwaukee at the Republican National Convention. Henderson State Senator, Robby Mills along with Daviess County Sheriff, Brad Youngman are delegates at this year’s convention. When asked about the issues affecting the country and Kentucky, State Senator Mills talked about the desire to return to what […]
Warrick County Fair Opens Today
The Warrick County Fair kicks off today at the 4-H Fairgrounds. Fair hours are 4 pm-10 pm today and Tuesday through Saturday 10 am to 10 pm. Daily admission is $3 per person or $15 for a full week pass. Children 6 and under are free. Performances held in the...
Owensboro Bluegrass Band Vying for the Bourbon & Beyond Stage
Owensboro is lucky to have such a great community of musicians. If you go out downtown on any given night, chances are you'll end up coming across a band or singer-songwriter performing at a local restaurant, at a stage on Smother's Park or even just on the street. One of...
Student-led CommUNITY Pickleball and Fun
Dubois County CARES (Coalition for Adolescent Resilience and Empowerment Strategies) and the Tri-County YMCA hosted a recent CommUNITY Fun Day for local students at the Clem and Mary Lange YMCA in Ferdinand. Students from throughout the county were invited to the YMCA for games, crafts, food and drinks, and a...
Boonville, IN Residents – Here’s How to Sign Up for Alerts from the City
I was on Facebook the other day and I noticed a post in the 'Boonville Indiana Community News' group that threw me for a loop. The user asked, "Just a quick question for Boonville residents. How many of you know what the Reach system is?" Well, technically I am a...
Save the Date! Kids’ D.I.Y. Birdhouse Workshop Coming to Daviess County, Kentucky
Looking for a fun activity to share with your kids? Get them out of the house and into nature this fall! There's a free hiking event where they'll also learn how to build a birdhouse of their very own. It's a great learning activity to do with your children. They'll have a blast! Pre-registration is required to attend.
Green Drinks Dubois County July 23 Meet-up
To accommodate the Dubois County 4-H Fair, this month Green Drinks is shifting their meeting to Tuesday, July 23, from 6 – 8 p.m. Eastern time at St. Benedict’s Brew Works in Ferdinand, IN. Please join us for conversation and learning on topics involving the environment, sustainable living, climate issues and more.
Daviess County Parks and Visit Owensboro Launch New Marketing Campaign
Visit Owensboro is excited to announce the launch of a new marketing campaign designed to showcase Daviess County’s exceptional park system. “Our Parks: A Step Away From The Everyday” is a collaboration with Wonder Boy Media. The ad campaign will run on social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, throughout the month of July.
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