Good morning, Owensboro.

Mizkan America's Owensboro plant broke ground on a $156 million expansion that will add 320,000 square feet and bring 44 new jobs to the area—this project will also start new lines for vinegars and sauces while increasing total production space to 1 million square feet.

Three men (Winston Smith, Nickolas Rogers, and Trace Dowell) were charged after an overnight shooting on East 5th Street damaged two homes and led police to recover two loaded pistols and a loaded shotgun (found in a vehicle) in Owensboro.

Owensboro Catholic Middle School will continue NTI learning for the rest of the week after a storm caused roof leaks and water damage — repair crews and a roofing company are working to fix the building and make it safe for students to return.

In Owensboro, severe hail damaged thousands of cars and homes on Saturday morning, leaving many residents with broken windshields, roofs & windows.

Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance opened a hail clinic on Tuesday to help schedule appraisals and issue repair estimates in the coming weeks.

Today, the Daviess County Clerk’s Office launched a free fraud alert service that sends email notifications when a mortgage or deed is recorded under a subscriber’s name — a move to help protect property owners from fraud.

County Clerk Leslie McCarty said the system, developed with Software Management, LLC, allows users to register up to five names exactly as they appear on official records.

RiverValley Behavioral Health was awarded $1.5M by the Kentucky Department of Behavioral Health to expand the state's 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline network with 24/7 chat and text services; the funding will help hire 15 new staff members and is set to make the service fully operational by July.

The Travelin' McCourys Concert

The Travelin' McCourys will perform at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum in Owensboro.

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.

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.

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.

KWC Multicultural Festival

2-6 p.m. — Kentucky Wesleyan College — Free entry — Celebrate diversity with music, food, and dance at this vibrant festival.

The Cher Show

7:30-11:30 p.m. — RiverPark Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the unforgettable music and glamour of Cher live on stage.