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Sunday, February 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Parks will stock Yellow Creek and Panther Creek fishing lakes with 750 rainbow trout each this Thursday, enhancing local fishing opportunities. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Owensboro Fire Department celebrated outstanding service and dedication at its annual awards ceremony, recognizing team members for exemplary achievements. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Donatos Pizza was voted the best wings provider in the inaugural OT Wings Week, besting other local establishments in a community vote. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The 2025 WBKR Radiothon successfully raised $366,014.97 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, showcasing community unity and generosity. WOMI Owensboro
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Black Expo is inviting the community to participate in a poster contest celebrating Black History Month, with submissions open to all ages and mediums, and the winner's artwork to be featured on Juneteenth T-shirts. The Owensboro Times
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
- ➤ Local high school basketball teams, Daviess County, Owensboro, and Trinity (Whitesville), all experienced defeats in their respective games. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Lady Cougars and Owensboro Catholic secured wins against Hancock County and McCracken County, respectively, while Trinity (Whitesville) faced a loss on the road in the latest girls' basketball action. The Owensboro Times
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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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Jim Gaffigan Live at RiverPark Center
Comedian Jim Gaffigan will perform live at the RiverPark Center in Owensboro.
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