Good morning, Owensboro.

The Owensboro Neighborhood Alliance and Sanitation Department announced that Neighborhood Cleanups will return in 2026, giving residents a free curbside option to dispose of bulky items.

Check guidelines (available online) for neighborhood boundaries and eligible items.

Starting this month, neighborhood cleanups will begin in Hillcrest, Southeast, and Midtown East as Owensboro Neighborhood Alliance — partnered with Owensboro Sanitation Department — offers free disposal of bulky items; more neighborhoods will join in the coming weeks.

Family-owned TALK Storage and Rentals launched in 2025 by offering 53-foot dry van trailers and shipping containers now serving Owensboro + surrounding areas.

The company emphasizes hands-on service with local maintenance to help businesses and homeowners solve space challenges.

Mandy Collins has built a lifelong career at Lance & Co. Jewelers in Owensboro, blending childhood experience with modern technology and community support.

She recently hired a second master jeweler to boost services and plans to continue charitable contributions as the family business grows.

Beaver Dam Amphitheater will host the Demon Hunters Fan Fest & K-Pop Spectacular on Saturday, June 6 as part of the First United Bank & Trust Concert Series.

Gates will open at 11 a.m. and the show will start at noon—featuring DJ Golden Hour and interactive fan events—while presale tickets become available starting March 4.

GasBuddy analysis shows that drivers in Kentucky pay less for gas on Sundays and more on Wednesdays.

Similar trends appear in Illinois, Iowa and Missouri, while Indiana drivers find Monday to offer the best prices.

Owensboro Community & Technical College has appointed Jennifer Eaves as its new Career and Life Skills Coordinator in the Counseling Center after Krista Camp transitioned to full-time counseling.

A local who returned to school after years away, she now oversees two student cohorts and teaches three classes for diverse learners.

The 3rd Region Girls Basketball Tournament bracket is released with the first game tonight at 6 p.m. as McLean County faces Edmonson County and Tuesday’s schedule includes Daviess County at 7:45 p.m. against Muhlenberg County — both teams coming off strong regular season records.

Daviess County's Kali Nichols finished as runner-up at the KHSAA Wrestling State Tournament yesterday after wins over Ballard's Zahriyah Wales, Scott County's Bailey Boyd, and Campbell County’s McAyla Steffen, ending her season at 37-1 plus earning a third Region 1 title while her teammates Kaylee Klee and Mariya Meh also competed.

Sally Ward, longtime assistant coach at DCHS cheer, retired on a high note after nearly 30 years as her team clinched regional and state titles.

She stepped down to graduate with her son (marking the end of a celebrated coaching career).

Owensboro Catholic Tennis began its season at the Elizabethtown Jamboree over the weekend, winning matches as the boys posted a 3-0 record and the girls finished 2-1.

Coach Branden Haines said the tournament tested the players and set a strong tone for the season.

The River City Classic pickleball tournament—hosted by the local River City Pickleball Club—will run from March 6th-8th at Merchant Centre Court, with seniors competing on March 6th and doubles matches starting at 8 AM each day.

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.

EvilleCon - 3 Day Pass

12:00–6:00 p.m. — Owensboro Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Dive into the vibrant world of anime with events, panels, and gaming galore.

Girls Day Out Spring 2025

10 AM – 4 PM — Owensboro Convention Center — Free admission — Enjoy a day of shopping with great vendors and door prizes galore.