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Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community leaders and program representatives gathered Monday at a nearly two-hour forum hosted by the Owensboro Human Relations Commission to discuss youth gun violence, its causes, and potential solutions. Participants stressed that solving the issue will require coordinated community efforts and improved accountability. The Owensboro Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro’s new indoor theme park at Towne Square Mall is nearing completion this Spring and held a two-day hiring event on Monday at Hampton Inn + Suites to fill open positions. The venue will offer multiple attractions and fun for families when it opens. 14 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ BBQ & Barrels 2026 brings bourbon dinners, tastings and live music to downtown Owensboro from Thursday, May 7 to Saturday, May 9. The festival includes a special six-course dinner at Smoke & Oak (36 seats available) on Thursday plus fun events and an artisan expo later in the weekend. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ EvilleCon (an annual anime and cosplay event) hosted its first event at the Owensboro Convention Center after relocating from Evansville. Organizers said the move marks a new chapter in its nearly two-decade history. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Drew Watson, a local wealth advisor with Ameriprise Financial, was ranked No. 1 in Kentucky for the second year by Barron’s, showing his strong client bonds. He holds 24 weekly meetings — a busy schedule as he plans to recruit young advisors and expand his team in and beyond Owensboro. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents aged 20 or older who pass a background check can apply for the Citizens Academy at the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office. The program runs every Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. starting April 14 through June 16. 14 News
- ➤ The Daviess County Fiscal Court held a ceremony at the detention center to honor six graduates of the Reentry Success Program. The training in manufacturing and skilled trades aims to help former inmates secure stable jobs and rebuild their lives. 44 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brooke Justice, remembered for her courage at age 35 when she battled colon cancer, inspires local families to seek early screenings during Colon Cancer Awareness Month; her loved ones stress that prompt checkups (especially if there is a family history) can save lives. WOMI Owensboro
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Parents can submit spring-themed photos of their kids until March 29 for a contest featuring 50 finalists online. Voting from April 1 to Easter Sunday will decide which family wins an overnight stay at Big Splash Adventure with waterpark and safari passes to Wilstem Wildlife Park. WOMI Owensboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Trinity's Lady Raiders beat Owensboro Catholic on Tuesday to advance to the 3rd Region All A Tournament Championship and will face Hancock County tonight after its 13-0 win over McLean County. The Owensboro Times
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