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Downtown Owensboro Prepares for Potentially ‘Epic’ Friday After 5 Crowd
The organizers of Friday After 5, downtown Owensboro's 12-week-long free summer music festival, are expecting a massive turn out for this week's lineup. Monday, on social media, they posted this:. THIS FRIDAY WILL BE EPIC!. In that same post, they also encouraged folks to plan ahead. Those plans should include...
Owensboro Parks & Recreation to host Play for Free Day
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — Owensboro Parks & Recreation is celebrating National Parks & Recreation Month with a special Play for Free day. The community can take part in various free activities at the following locations on Friday, July 19th:. Combest Pool: Free swim admission from Noon - 4:30 p.m.
The Annual First Responders BBQ is This Week in Owensboro, KY
The Wendell Foster Center in Owensboro says, "It's officially BBQ Week!" If you have ties to a local police officer, firefighter or EMT, you likely know exactly what that means. Wendell Foster is teaming up with the Chamber Young Professionals for a special event that pays tribute to our local heroes. They've once again joined forces for the annual First Responders BBQ and it's coming up later this week.
New general manager for Owensboro Racing and Gaming named
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A new general manager for Owensboro Racing and Gaming has been named. Churchill Downs Incorporated announced that Steve Roof has been named General Manager of Owensboro Racing and Gaming, the company’s seventh Historical Racing Machine (HRM) entertainment venue in the state of Kentucky. In this role, Roof will oversee all operations […]
Western Kentucky Rescue Launches Animal Ambassador Program
Every Thursday morning at the studio here in Owensboro, we host our SparKy Pet of the Week thanks to our friends at Ritzy's . We are all huge animal lovers here and want to do whatever we can to help find them homes. SparKy stands for Saving Paws Animal Rescue...
Local bluegrass band to compete for spot at Bourbon & Beyond
It was at end of May to the beginning of June 2023 when local musicians Chris Abell, Alex Abend and Blythe Dahlem officially started up the progressive bluegrass outfit The Lowland Ramblers following an impromptu jam during an open mic night at Brasher’s Lil’ Nashville after numerous run-ins at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum. Fast forward over one year later and adding Sam Sanford ...
It’s National Hot Dog Day! Here’s Where You Can Celebrate in Owensboro
I don't need a reason to eat a hot dog, but today is a very special day that I will definitely be celebrating! It's National Hot Dog Day!. One of my best friends, Mercedez Varble, is also a fellow hot dog lover, so for the past few years we have celebrated with a gals glizzy night. The tradition has been big ole beef franks and ice cold beers from Brasher's Lil' Nashville. We listen to some awesome music, run into great friends, and get our buns a-dancin'.
Dancing with Our Stars returns Aug. 3
The Boulware Mission has announced details for the 12th rendition of Dancing with Our Stars, the nonprofit organization’s largest fundraising event of the year. This year’s program, sponsored by Old National Bank, will consist of a Dancing with the Stars style competition for eight local, celebrity couples vying for the coveted mirror ball trophy. The Owensboro Convention Center will open its ...
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.
Emerging Artist contest announced by Lincoln Amphitheatre
Lincoln Amphitheatre and 101 Country WBDC are holding an opening act contest for August 10 Walker County show. The Lincoln Amphitheatre and 101 Country WBDC FM have partnered to host a contest, the winner of which will open for Warner Music Nashville’s Walker County in Lincoln City on Saturday, August 10.
HOP Shops Hosts Anniversary Party in Disco-Themed Restroom
OWENSBORO, Ky. — Earlier this year, a couple said "I do" in one of HOP Shops' disco-themed bathrooms. Now, the convenience store retailer's restroom will be the site of another momentous occasion. Ron Graczyk and Sarah Souri, who self-identifies as the "Disco Diva," will celebrate their 30th anniversary milestone...
Veterinary technology program in Kentucky extends application deadline
The only fully accredited 2-year program in the state is now accepting applications until August 1, 2024. The Veterinary Technology (Vet Tech) program at Owensboro Community and Technical College (OCTC) in Owensboro, Kentucky has extended its application deadline to August 1, 2024. Graduates of the Vet Tech program have obtained positions in a wide range of settings, such as general practices, specialty clinics, the University of Florida, animal shelters, and animal rescues, according to a news release.1.
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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