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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • 80-year-old Maxine Bennett Goebel is seeking to thank the two Good Samaritans who rescued her from potentially life-threatening cold exposure after she fell outside her home.  The Owensboro Times
  • The Owensboro Human Relations Commission invites the community to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a 5K Walk & Run and a March in January, promoting unity and reflection on justice and equality.  The Owensboro Times
  • Felicia Fullerton and volunteers successfully rescued a duck named Daisy from a fishing hook injury at Yellow Creek Park, leading to Fullerton advocating for the construction of floating shelters for abandoned waterfowl.  The Owensboro Times

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Owensboro Dance Theatre is inviting boys and girls aged 6 to 13 to audition on January 7 for a chance to participate in their 'Willy Wonka & The Golden Ticket' production.  The Owensboro Times

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Forecasters anticipate a significant winter storm to impact the Ohio River Valley in January 2025, bringing snow, ice, and potentially record low temperatures due to the Polar Vortex.  WOMI Owensboro
  • Western Kentucky is preparing for a significant winter storm set to bring snow, ice, and Arctic temperatures, impacting travel and power supply.  The Owensboro Times

SPORTS NEWS

  • The American Cornhole Organization is hosting a major tournament in Owensboro, featuring professional and amateur players competing for national rankings and cash prizes.  The Owensboro Times

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • John Hartford Days Celebration at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum

    The event celebrates the life and music of John Hartford with performances, discussions, and workshops featuring a lineup of renowned artists.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • John Hartford Days Celebration at Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame

    The event features a weekend of festivities honoring John Hartford with performances, discussion panels, workshops, and film screenings by notable artists.

    Sat, 2/1/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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