Monday, February 24th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum's educational director, Randy Lanham, has launched an initiative via a 40-minute instructional video, encouraging musicians to uplift nursing home residents by sharing their music. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Owensboro Parks and Recreation Department is hiring for numerous seasonal and part-time roles, accessible to individuals starting at age 15, to work across city parks and facilities. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Denise Dunn transforms a family joke into Dunn Sweetly, a burgeoning home-based business specializing in unique freeze-dried candies in Owensboro, thriving on community engagement and innovation. The Owensboro Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Swank Style & Boutique, in Owensboro, enhances its unique blend of salon services and exclusive boutique offerings, including vintage Louis Vuitton items, targeting a mature consumer demographic. The Owensboro Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Rampage secured third place at the Southern Youth Travel Hockey League 12U A2 Year End Tournament after losing in the semi-finals to the tournament champions, Columbus JR. Cottonmouths. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Athletes from Daviess County, Owensboro, and Owensboro Catholic showcased strong performances at the state swim and dive finals, with several reaching top positions in various categories. The Owensboro Times
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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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The Travelin' McCourys Concert
The Travelin' McCourys will perform at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum in Owensboro.
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2025 Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K
The 2025 Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K features a flat and fast race route in Owensboro, KY, with an inclusive Steps Division for individuals with disabilities.
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