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Thursday, January 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Free tax filing assistance is available in Owensboro, KY, through GRABC's VITA site, welcoming both walk-ins and scheduled appointments. WOMI Owensboro
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Police are investigating an injury accident at Triplett and E. 18th streets, with the details on injuries yet to be disclosed. TriStateHomepage.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Daviess County, over 50 pounds of marijuana and 400 THC vape pens were seized in a drug bust at a residence, leading to charges against Colton Ford including trafficking and endangering minors. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ One person was charged and authorities seek more suspects after a vehicle swerved at pedestrians, leading to gunfire, in Owensboro. The Owensboro Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Racing and Gaming, a new $100 million facility by Churchill Downs, is set to open on February 12, introducing a mix of entertainment and dining with 600 horse racing machines and a standout sports bar. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation is developing 'The Landing,' an innovation hub in the historic Turley Building to foster entrepreneurship and economic growth in Owensboro. The Owensboro Times
PERSONAL FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Auto insurance costs are expected to hit record highs ($2,101/year on average) in 2025—shop around now with Money’s Best Car Insurance list to find discounts in Owensboro and keep your premiums down. Money
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County swim team overcame an early deficit to win the City County meet with a top score of 301, featuring multiple victories across various events. The Owensboro Times
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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.
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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.
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Carden Super Spectacular Circus in Owensboro
The Carden Super Spectacular Circus offers a vibrant lineup of circus performances set to take place at the Owensboro Sportscenter.
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Girls Day Out Shopping Event
A shopping event featuring a variety of vendors, door prizes, and lunch options at the Owensboro Convention Center.
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Auto insurance costs to reach record highs in 2025
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