Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Fiscal Court commits $500,000 in matching funds to the new Senior Community Center in Owensboro, enhancing resources and services for seniors. 44 News
- ➤ The Opportunity Center of Owensboro, under Brian Jackson's guidance, celebrated National Public Broadcasting Day by creating 'Hometown Hoedown,' a country music radio show produced by its clients. WOMI Owensboro
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 14-year-old in Owensboro was non-fatally shot in the leg when a gun discharged accidentally while playing with another teen. 14 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Talen Johnson, indicted for a 2019 murder, was released from Daviess County Jail and is due in court on May 2. 14 News
- ➤ An Owensboro man received a 10-year federal prison sentence for trying to entice a minor online, mistaking an undercover officer for a 14-year-old girl. 44 News
- ➤ Two individuals were charged in Owensboro for their involvement in a Friday shooting, with one accused of firing a shot and the other driving the vehicle. 44 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Jim Gilles shares his rendition of Christy's Italian Beef Sandwiches, a family recipe perfect for football party menus. WOMI Owensboro
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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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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10th Annual Eastern S3DA Indoor National Championship
This event features the prestigious S3DA Indoor National Championship where archery students compete for the title of National Indoor Champion in a well-structured tournament format.
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