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Owensboro
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity gathered past and current women leaders, board members, volunteers, and homeowners at the downtown office today for a group photo in celebration of Women’s History Month. The event showcased the organization's (nearly 40 years) of building affordable homes in the community. 14 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ RiverPark Center will host the 17th-year Happy Together Tour on Aug. 16 at 6 p.m., featuring 60s and 70s hit bands (including The Association and The Troggs) with tickets on sale starting Wed., March 11 at 10 a.m. CT. 44 News
- ➤ The Owensboro Times now offers pet obituaries to honor cherished companion animals (submissions cost $35 and may include photos and memories) as a new online feature available today. The Owensboro Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky State VEX Robotics Championships began on Friday at Apollo High School—over 70 teams competed and spectators can attend matches today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for free admission. 14 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews have begun building a roundabout at Old Hartford Road and Fairview Drive today in Owensboro. Motorists should expect temporary lane changes and slower speeds until work finishes in mid-November, so plan extra time during commutes. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport Board has recommended United Express flights connecting to Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Washington Dulles (IAD). If the U.S. Department of Transportation approves, the service will replace Contour Airlines’ Essential Air Service and could begin as early as summer. 44 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Western KY seniors set to graduate in May can earn a special blood-red cord or volunteer four hours by donating blood at local drives; the High School Hero Program run by the Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center also offers a $1,000 scholarship for qualifying students. WOMI Owensboro
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Burger Week runs from March 5–14 and offers $8 burgers, free coupons, and QR code voting at nearly 60 local restaurants. Tony Krampe and Krista Niehaus from German American Bank will visit various locations to hand out pizza cutters and goodies to diners. WOMI Owensboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kennedy Lane led the Lady Panthers with 31 points as they beat Meade County 54-30 to clinch their second consecutive 3rd Region Championship berth; the team will face Owensboro Catholic on Sunday at 3 p.m. for their fourth matchup of the season. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Owensboro Catholic's Lady Aces have advanced to their fourth straight Region Championship with a 75-48 win over Edmonson County. They will seek their first title since 2023 on Sunday, with head coach Michael Robertson crediting the team's full-court press & strong second-half defense. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The 14th annual Living on the Edge ISI Invitational Skating Competition began today at the Edge Ice Center where over 160 skaters gathered; the event runs through Sunday (free to the public). 14 News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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