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Saturday, January 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Girls Inc. of Owensboro-Daviess County promotes the empowerment of young women through an annual Athena Awards luncheon celebrating female excellence and contribution. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ The White Flag warming center in Owensboro will be open for the next three nights to provide shelter to individuals and pets due to cold temperatures. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The 'Your Perfect Day' wedding show in Owensboro will offer brides-to-be the chance to meet with florists, photographers, and decorators, featuring exclusive giveaways and discounts, this Sunday at the Owensboro Convention Center. 44 News
- ➤ The Daviess County Fiscal Court commemorated the 20th anniversary of Christmas at Panther Creek by donating $27,450, raised from over 15,000 visitors' admissions, to five non-profit organizations. Daviess County
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Police Department reports a significant rise in internet crimes against children, leading to investigations and arrests. 44 News
- ➤ Daviess Circuit Judge Joe Castlen is deliberating on whether a confession, previously deemed inadmissible due to a violation of Fifth Amendment rights, can be used to challenge Jeremiah T. Byrd's credibility in the upcoming murder trial of 16-year-old Gay Mee Paw. The Owensboro Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Davis Auto Group, involved in a legal dispute with minority owners, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and secures a $400,000 loan guaranteed by owner Jerry Ray Davis to facilitate reorganization. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Fiscal Court acquires a 13-acre property near the Mattingly Target Shooting Range to address parking challenges and potential future expansions. The Owensboro Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Health hosted a burn symposium to educate first responders on the intricacies of handling patients with serious burn injuries. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
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
- ➤ Owensboro Catholic overcame a first-half deficit with strategic gameplay and contributions from Carrico, Smith, and Carothers to beat Sayre 56-50, advancing to the All-A Semi-Finals. 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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