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Owensboro
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sparky Pet Rescue is offering Dumplegrams and Cuddlegrams this Valentine's Day for $10 donations in Owensboro. Locals can send a playful anti-Valentine message or a loving pet cuddle package to support the local rescue (details available online). WOMI Owensboro
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro’s Thacker Wealth & Retirement has been named to Forbes’ 2026 Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams list. The firm, located on Frederica Street, was recognized among Raymond James-affiliated teams based on criteria from SHOOK Research. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Align Wealth Management (a private wealth advisory firm in Owensboro) was named to Forbes’ 2026 Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams list; led by Drew Watson, the firm has delivered personalized advice since 1995. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro native Steve Bridgmon shared behind the scenes fun from his recent game on The Price is Right after signing up in California this past summer; he revealed details like the wheel's heavy weight and the secret naming board, and his episode aired on Paramount+ on Jan. 13. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Goldenrod Film+TV will begin filming 'Holly Jolly' on Jan. 29 in downtown Henderson and Owensboro to capture the town’s festive Christmas charm and is seeking local extras; residents should email a headshot, name, age, phone number, and availability. 44 News
- ➤ Kentucky's new Film Office chief, Meg Fister, a local veteran with two decades of experience, aimed to boost film and TV production by promoting the Commonwealth's Entertainment Incentive program. Gov (Andy Beshear) appointed her to help make the state a premiere location for filmmakers. WOMI Owensboro
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Daviess County Public Schools Board decided on Thursday that the new Highland Elementary School will face Hayden Road, allowing designers to move forward by finalizing construction documents for the new building (65,600 sqft planned for 600 students). Construction bids will be set in the spring for a 2027-28 opening. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Municipal Utilities officials reported strong revenue from its electric and water systems and lower expenses this fiscal year (showing effective management) as part of their midyear review. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Federal agencies have recalled Live it Up Super Greens powder after salmonella illnesses were reported statewide, including in Kentucky. Consumers who purchased Original + Wild Berry flavors with expiration dates from Aug. 2026 to Jan. 2028 are urged to dispose of the product or return it for a refund. WOMI Owensboro
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