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Owensboro
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Regional Farmers’ Market is adding a commercial kitchen in its space to offer hands-on nutrition education workshops and support local food-based businesses (backed by multiple local grants). Construction is underway and the kitchen will be available for rental in late spring into early summer. The Owensboro Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Logan Barrow, a former teacher, opened a new Shelter Insurance office at 227 St. Ann Street, Suite 101 in downtown Owensboro in late August 2025 to help locals understand their policies better. He plans to build long-term community ties and expand his team (contact by call or text for inquiries). The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Twisted Tater, a family-run food truck that began in October 2025, serves loaded baked potatoes and weekly specials at local schools & neighborhood events while its owner works to secure permission to operate in Owensboro. The truck also offers affordable kids’ meals for families. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cork & Cuisine: Passionate Pairings is set to take over the Convention Center on Feb. 12 at 6 p.m., featuring a four course dinner paired with themed cocktails and wines for a romantic evening. Tickets cost $80.50 per person or $140 for two, available online and at the Box Office. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ PorchFest OBKY will return on June 13 to Griffith Avenue with front-porch concerts, local food, and community celebration. Organizers said planning is underway for approximately 40 acts plus food trucks, with band submissions reviewed after a strong turnout in previous years. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Jerry’s Restaurant on Frederica Street and Lafayette Drive closed in 1992 after decades as a popular meeting spot for locals and after-church diners; its legacy endures as the last Jerry’s in Kentucky continues serving customers in Paris (a nod to its storied past). WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Owensboro native Moneta Sleet Jr, who photographed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and documented key moments of the Civil Rights Movement, is being honored with planned festival events, documentary showings, and a park dedication (paying tribute to his legacy in local history). WOMI Owensboro
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Independence Bank is accepting applications until Feb. 24 for its 25th annual scholarship program (it has awarded over $1.9M since 2001 and is expected to exceed $2M) and will honor high school seniors with a spring reception in Owensboro. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials say a contractor will block Wimsatt Court North today and tomorrow for the KY 54 widening project; drivers should use the new exit at Calumet Court for access. 14 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 54 Pizza West (1700 Starlite Dr) launches its all you can eat buffet today from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for $12, featuring pizzas like Mighty and Meaty and a limited-time Caesar Salad Pizza for a hearty Owensboro lunch. WOMI Owensboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Windy Hollow Speedway held an awards banquet over the weekend to honor 2025 season champions including winners in the Mini Stocks, Bomber, and Crown Vic Oval divisions. The track will kick off open practice on March 27 ahead of the 2026 season. The Owensboro Times
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