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Friday, January 17th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Puzzle Pieces is hosting its 4th Annual Galentine's Bunco in Owensboro, offering games, laughs, and fundraising, with tickets expected to sell out quickly. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ The Kentucky Cattlemen's Association convention returned to Owensboro after four years, attracting hundreds of cattle producers for workshops and idea sharing. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A semi truck hauling heavy steel flipped, leading to minor injuries and the closure of eastbound lanes on the Wendell Ford Express at Frederica Street, with traffic being redirected. 14 News
- ➤ A 45-year-old man died after his vehicle struck a traffic light pole in Owensboro, Ky, with police investigating the high-speed crash. TriStateHomepage.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old woman was charged with attempted murder for targeting pedestrians with her car, while one pedestrian was charged for retaliatory gunfire, with no injuries reported from a nearby building being hit. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An Owensboro whiskey bottle from the Prohibition era gains attention after being appraised on Antiques Roadshow, highlighting the city's rich bourbon history. WOMI Owensboro
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Racing and Gaming facility is nearing completion with construction ending in 10 days and 30 job openings before its February opening, offering 24/7 access, including a sports bar and historical racing machines. TriStateHomepage.com
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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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