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Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA is hosting its 11th annual Fit4All open house at both local facilities today from 7-11:30 a.m., offering free classes such as boxing fitness, youth self-defense, guided meditation, and kids' power circuit for community members to explore healthy activities. WOMI Owensboro
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ My Fish Doctor, led by Jimmy Forsythe, moved to a larger headquarters at 1425 Triplet Street to expand services for custom aquarium designs in Owensboro and beyond. The company now maintains hundreds of tanks monthly across 12 states — ranging from small homes to large restaurants. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Renowned visual artist Aaron Kizer returns with his I Am Drugs art show at the Owensboro Convention Center on Feb. 6, featuring live painting, music, and a gallery-style exhibit with over 15 local artists. Attendees pay what they can for entry—a free, accessible celebration of local talent. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Owensboro will soon welcome Malibu Jack's indoor playground at the former Towne Square Mall – it is expected to be the third-largest location in Kentucky – with an opening date yet to be announced. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Owensboro Malco has announced its Throwback Thursday series starting January 8. The theater will offer $5 tickets to enjoy award-winning and cult films along with new features like a full bar and arcade area. WOMI Owensboro
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials will unveil the name of the new indoor sports facility being built downtown on Tuesday afternoon. Construction continues as the project moves forward. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky now lets high-risk patients start colorectal cancer screening at 40. The law took effect on Jan. 1 (it covers those with a parent, sibling, or child who had cancer or large polyps) and others begin screening at 45. WDRB
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Moonlite Bar‑B‑Que Inn was named Kentucky’s best all‑you‑can‑eat buffet by LoveFood. The popular Owensboro spot offers weekday buffets and Sunday brunch — serving hickory‑smoked meats and signature burgoo that showcase local BBQ tradition. WOMI Owensboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kennedy Lane hit two threes to help the Lady Panthers win 61-52 over Bardstown on Jan. 2. Owensboro Catholic won 64-35 over Trinity (Whitesville) in the 3rd Region All A Tournament with Taylor Mannahan scoring 15 and Layla Martin adding 13. The Owensboro Times
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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