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Monday, March 24th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters from the Thruston-Philpot, Whitesville and Daviess County Fire Departments responded to a fire outside a home on the 6100 block of Highway 54 just before 9:15 p.m. Saturday and brought it under control—officials are still investigating the cause. 14 News
- ➤ The Daviess County Fire Department responded to an overnight house fire in the 6100 block of KY 54 using multiple preconnected hose lines to control the flames—no injuries were reported—and investigators are examining the cause. The Owensboro Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hendrick Screen is celebrating its 51st year today—making special steel screens for projects from the St. Louis Arch to military sites and local businesses. Started in 1974 as a coal supplier, the family-owned Owensboro company now employs 50 people and makes products that help filter water, cool power plants, and keep walkways safe. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Paul D. Hampton, an Owensboro pastor, released his first children’s book titled The Snowball Moose today—an adventure about three brothers who take in a young moose, sparking wild misadventures. He drew on his Alaska memories and his years of storytelling to craft the fun tale that is now available online. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, 50 postal workers and supporters gathered at the Overlook Stage in Smothers Park—despite rain—to protest a reported federal proposal to privatize the Postal Service. Local carrier William Calhoun said the privatization plan would cut service and risk jobs—while the NALC urged Congress to act to protect mail delivery for all. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Local and regional postal workers and community members gathered Sunday at the Overlook – braving chilly, rainy weather – to protest potential USPS changes organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers’ Branch 234. The rally underscored worries over worker benefits and service reliability. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
- ➤ Today, the Owensboro City Commission approved a municipal order that lets the city apply for over $11.4m in federal funds to help Cargill stabilize the Ohio River bank near its East 2nd Street facility. The grant will fund a 1,400-foot sheet pile wall to slow soil erosion—Cargill must cover a local match of over $2.8m—while the city bears no financial cost. The Owensboro Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Times announced its 2025 Girls’ Swimming All-OT Team and the finalists for Girls’ Swimmer of the Year—each finalist will attend an awards ceremony in May—after coaches’ votes determined selections from area high schools. The Owensboro Times
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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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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.
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Owensboro Symphony: Cosmic Worlds
7-9 p.m. — RiverPark Center — Ticket details available online — Embark on a cosmic adventure with John Williams' iconic film scores and Holst's epic The Planets.
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