Wednesday, February 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 45th Annual Farm City Breakfast in Owensboro featured Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell as speaker, and Charlie Kamuf received the 2025 Humanitarian Award for his community service. 14 News
- ➤ 5th Street near Allen Street in Owensboro is closed for repairs on a depression, expected to reopen Friday with a detour in place. 14 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County deputies seek assistance to identify a gray 2000’s Ford F-150 involved in a trailer theft on Kentronics Drive. 14 News
- ➤ In Owensboro, authorities seized 15 pounds of marijuana, over 800 THC infused e-cig cartridges, and other items during a search warrant, leading to an arrest for trafficking and endangering minors. 44 News
- ➤ A 23-year-old man has been charged in the murder of an 81-year-old woman in Ohio County, Kentucky, with the suspected murder weapon found in a pond. 44 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Colt Graves is set to achieve his lifelong dream by performing at the Grand Ole Opry, continuing a family tradition, with further aspirations to win a Grammy. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The KYTC Driver Licensing Regional Office in Owensboro will be open for walk-ins on March 1 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for REAL ID applications, with 70 days left until enforcement starts on May 7, 2025. Daviess County
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Stephanie Burks-Pate, a Kentucky hairdresser, gains widespread attention for her humorous prank videos on salon clients, amassing over 7M views on one video and 1.3M likes on her account. WOMI Owensboro
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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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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Owensboro Flea Market Grand Opening
2-6 p.m. | Owensboro Convention Center | Free entry | Discover 250+ booths filled with incredible bargains and unique treasures at this exciting flea market event.
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