Good morning, Owensboro.

United Way of the Ohio Valley awarded $185,000 in Impact Funding to nonprofits serving Daviess and Union counties on Tuesday (Feb.

10). The funds support affordable housing, homelessness prevention, and financial mobility, with awards to organizations including Owensboro Regional Recovery and St. Benedict’s Shelter.

MentorKids Kentucky will celebrate its new facility on March 10 with a ribbon cutting at 11:30 a.m., leaders’ luncheon until 1 p.m., and an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. at 2809 Veach Road — a remodeled space designed to support local youth with secure access and learning zones.

Moonbow Apothecary launches a new clothing collection with boho goddess energy and versatile pieces including kimonos & kaftans available now in its boutique section at The Thatch in Owensboro.

Owensboro will be a stop on two Viking River Cruises itineraries beginning in 2027 as the Mississippi & Ohio River Explorer and Bayous, Blues & Bluegrass cruise bring travelers to experience local music, culture & cuisine that showcase the city's growing tourism appeal.

Cornerstone Community Bank received conditional approval from state and federal regulators and plans to open in June 2026 at 1819 Frederica Street across from Owensboro High School.

The locally owned bank will offer relationship banking for business owners, farms, and consumers in our community.

Starbucks will open inside downtown Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Waterfront later this summer, replacing the former bourbon shop.

Hotel owner BryantCorp said the new coffee shop will serve guests and the public with its full menu and mobile ordering while creating 10-15 new jobs.

A special edition of the free Brown Bag Lunch Concert series will feature husband-and-wife duo Tom and Andrea Drury today at 11 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church as they perform love songs ranging from Puccini to Rodgers and Hammerstein.

The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art will host its free Spring Break Free Art Camp from April 7-10 for children ages 6-15, featuring creative projects in painting, sculpting and mixed media.

Reservations are required so families should contact the museum to secure a spot.

The Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport will soon begin its new LED runway lighting project to upgrade safety and efficiency.

Construction is set to start in the coming weeks (exact dates have not yet been announced).

On Thursday morning, Owensboro Health announced its FY26 Community Health Investments grants, directing funds to 16 organizations addressing food insecurity, mental health, senior services, and addiction recovery in the region — an effort to weave the health system into the community's fabric.

Owensboro residents connected with mental health providers and community resources at a free Mental Health Resource Fair hosted by LEAP Services on February 13 from 10 a.m. to noon at 1858 Triplett Street (the event aimed to reduce stigma and expand local support).

Owensboro Catholic’s Lady Aces won 55-35 with strong first-half defense but dropped 62-57 in a thriller as Jonathan Moss sparked a late comeback for Daviess County.

The Aces now travel to Ohio County while Daviess County faces Logan County at 5 p.m.

Sophie O’Bryan of Apollo was named the 2026 Midway University/KHSAA Female Bowling Student-Athlete of the Year after leading her team to a Region 1 Tournament second-place finish and a State Tournament appearance yesterday, and she is recognized for her strong academic record and community service.

Keller Williams Concert

6-10 p.m. — Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum — Tickets available — Experience the eccentric sounds of Keller Williams and his Grateful Grass ensemble in a lively performance.