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Owensboro
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 200 students from the Green River region will attend the Youth Summit today at Owensboro Community and Technical College from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. as it offers interactive sessions (led by community leaders and educators) to build leadership skills. 44 News
- ➤ Hager Preschool will begin two half-day sessions in the 2026-27 school year to meet growing demand for Pre-K instruction and support local families seeking early education. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro FD became the fifth in Kentucky to earn international accreditation — held by fewer than 1% worldwide — yesterday at the Center for Public Safety Excellence Conference in Orlando, with Fire Chief James Howard saying the honor reflects years of improvements to its emergency service operations. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Today, Owensboro firefighters practiced special basement fire drills using a trailer for realistic training on narrow staircases; another group will train tomorrow plus crews will use a four-story burn tower for hands-on practice Friday. 14 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ RiverValley Behavioral Health earned a spot on Kentucky’s Best Places to Work list in the large company category. Its final rankings will be announced at the awards dinner on Thursday, June 18 at Central Bank Center — a venue showcasing its strong workplace culture. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Public officials, community members, and Chamber staff gathered at the Opportunity Center at 1101 East Byers Avenue to celebrate the opening of its occupational therapy extension — which adds a new option for local health services. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Burger Week heats up in Owensboro with 59 burger choices available at $8 each, including local favorite Kim's Diner, which has won the contest twice. The event runs until Saturday and invites residents to vote for their preferred serving. 14 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Catholic's Lady Aces overcame a 20-point deficit in the region opener to win their seventh 3rd Region Championship title and will face Letcher County Central tonight at Rupp Arena — tipoff is at 6 p.m. EST. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Yesterday, Daviess County senior Nolan Johnson signed his commitment letter with Midway University to continue his baseball career and pursue business studies after recovering from an elbow injury. He plans to pitch as a two-way player while advancing his academic goals (he has already earned an Associate of Arts). The Owensboro Times
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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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