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Tuesday, February 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Pigtails & Cowlicks Consignment Sale at the Owensboro Convention Center offers families the chance to buy gently used children's items at significant discounts, featuring over 600 families selling name-brand toys, clothes, and baby gear.  WOMI Owensboro
  • In Owensboro, KY, volunteers, including fire department members and inmates, are distributing sandbags to residents to protect homes from rising floodwaters and heavy rainfall.  44 News
  • The Alliance for a Drug-Free Owensboro and Daviess County will have a special meeting on February 18, 2025, to discuss strategic plans and approve previous meeting minutes.  City of Owensboro

CRIME NEWS

  • A person is in custody after a deadly shooting on Gardenside Drive in Owensboro, regarded as an isolated incident by authorities.  The Owensboro Times

ECONOMY NEWS

  • In Daviess County, along with the majority of Kentucky, the unemployment rate has risen monthly since August 2023.  Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Owensboro introduces a new Harry Potter-themed short-term rental, designed with magical decorations and offering an immersive experience for fans.  WOMI Owensboro

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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  • Jim Gaffigan Live at RiverPark Center

    Comedian Jim Gaffigan will perform live at the RiverPark Center in Owensboro.

    Mon, 3/3/25

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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.

    Fri, 3/14/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/15/25

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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.

    Sun, 3/16/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.

~ Mark Caine

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