Friday, February 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Fire Department honored Firefighter Victor Schutzius as Firefighter of the Year and Firefighters Kendall Lashbrook and Nate Cunningham as Rookies of the Year for their outstanding dedication and service. 14 News
- ➤ The Owensboro Dance Theatre's Dance Battle Extravaganza, featuring performances and community competitions, aims to raise funds for local programs on Saturday. The Owensboro Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash has blocked the ramp from westbound U.S. 60 to southbound I-165 in Owensboro, with an expected clearance time of 3-4 hours. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Theatre Workshop of Owensboro will debut Theresa Rebeck's 'Loose Knit' at Trinity Centre, transforming the stage into a Big Apple sewing circle. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chad Alward has been appointed as the next chief academic officer for Owensboro Public Schools. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Fiscal Court introduces an online litter reporting form to help clean up local roads, alongside an enhanced Trash for Cash program offering $130 per mile for cleanup efforts. Daviess County
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Green River Area Development District is using a public survey to inform its 2026 disaster readiness plan, aiming to enhance preparedness and secure federal funding for natural disaster mitigation in Daviess County, KY. TriStateHomepage.com
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
- ➤ The Green River Distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky, is sponsoring NY Racing Team's No. 44 Chevrolet at the 2025 Daytona 500, marking its first venture into NASCAR. WOMI Owensboro
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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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YOUTH 2000 Retreat
The YOUTH 2000 Retreat aims to deepen young people's relationship with Jesus Christ through talks, music, Mass, and discussions, set to take place at Brescia University.
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2025 Kentucky State Fiddle Championship
The Kentucky State Fiddle Championship features multiple contest categories with cash prizes, held at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum in Owensboro.
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Owensboro Dance Theater: Willy Wonka and the Golden Ticket
The Owensboro Dance Theater presents a spring production of Willy Wonka and the Golden Ticket, showcasing a captivating dance performance for the community.
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