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Friday, March 14th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Apollo High School JAG students teamed up with local realtors to raise 6,760 dollars for Habitat for Humanity and Aid the Homeless through a welcome sign fundraiser—bad weather shortened their timeline and led to a switch from building birdhouses to designing porch signs in two weeks. The Owensboro Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A single-vehicle crash on Highway 431 in Daviess County killed 54-year-old Gregory Kaelin on March 2 when his pickup—driven by his brother James—hit a tree; James later died after being airlifted to a hospital. 44 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Dance Theatre presents its In Concert show at RiverPark Center this weekend with two parts that mix dance and storytelling— the second part imagines a Willy Wonka world with flying moves, computer effects and over 200 local performers. The show runs Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. The Owensboro Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Parts of the tri-state area are under a moderate risk (level 4 of 5) for severe storms Friday night with damaging winds and a chance of tornadoes; the National Weather Service says storms could hit from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. and urges residents to secure outdoor items. WOMI Owensboro
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Andy Beshear signed a law on Thursday that lets Kentucky student-athletes sign Name + Image and Likeness deals with their universities, effective immediately while a federal judge reviews a related settlement expected by April 7. WDRB
- ➤ Daviess County firefighters train at Owensboro Airport with a mobile flashover simulator from Fireblast Fabrication and the Kentucky Fire Commission. The two-story trailer uses a diesel generator to power computerized propane burners to mimic home fire scenes—firefighters practice different scenarios. Daviess County
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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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Easter Oratorio: Thy Will Be Done
7-8 p.m. | RiverPark Center | Cost information not provided | Experience a powerful Easter oratorio depicting Christ’s journey through betrayal, crucifixion, and resurrection.
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KWC Multicultural Festival
2-6 p.m. — Kentucky Wesleyan College — Free entry — Celebrate diversity with music, food, and dance at this vibrant festival.
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