Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yellow Creek Park is hosting a free Easter Eggstravaganza this Saturday, March 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring live music, two-age group egg hunts, food trucks, inflatables, a petting zoo (and animal adoption opportunities) for local families to enjoy. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Kentucky officials confirmed that the 2026 Spring Turkey Hunting Season will begin with a youth hunt on Apr 4 and 5 — the regular season runs from Apr 18 to May 10, and strong turkey numbers promise a promising season for local hunters near Evansville. WOMI Owensboro
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Friday After 5, presented by Jagoe Homes, will launch its 30th season of 13 free concerts on the riverfront. Its expanded Fourth of July celebration will begin Friday, July 3 with a drone show and include Saturday fireworks at multiple local venues. WOMI Owensboro
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Middle School students will host a month-long donation drive to support local non-profits as part of the Build His/Her CROWN program (standing for Confidence, Respect, Originality, Well-roundedness, and Neighborly) that builds self-esteem and leadership skills. 14 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ RiverValley Behavioral Health launched a new initiative today to improve dual-diagnosis care for mental health and substance use challenges. The program will use staff training (Co-Occurring Capability in Kentucky) and new assessment tools as part of a broader statewide push for integrated, recovery-oriented services. The Owensboro Times
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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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