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Monday, January 12th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dunkin’ Donuts will open a modern shop behind its existing store at 3011 Frederica St this spring (expected mid-April) to boost service with two drive-thru lanes and expanded mobile ordering. The revamped location will feature a walkable patio and lounge-style interior for students, residents, and local businesses. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Scooter’s Coffee is thriving in Owensboro with its drive-thru, creative drinks, and tasty breakfast options. Owner Jeffrey Luechtefeld credits quick service and friendly local support for the store’s fast sales growth — more seasonal items will arrive this winter. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emmy Award-winning comedian Vicki Lawrence will perform at RiverPark Center soon with new material that starts with her own act and then features her Mama character; tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 10 at 10:00 a.m. at Ticketmaster and the center's box office. 14 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Panthers Dance Team won its first two state titles by scoring (92.54) in Hip Hop Large and (92.60) in Game Day at the 2025 KHSAA Dance State Championship after a strong region showing. Their next step is Nationals from Feb. 14 to Feb. 16 in Orlando, Florida. The Owensboro Times
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