Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
Good morning, Owensboro.
🏘️ Community
Glenn Funeral Home is hosting Give and Go to collect supplies for Borrowed Hearts of Owensboro.
The drive-thru donation event will run 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. on April 9 at 900 New Hartford Road and items can be dropped off inside during business hours until April 16.
🏛️ Government
Residents can use real-time online maps for OMU and Kenergy and sign up for text alerts to report power outages.
If Kenergy does not have a customer’s mobile number on file, they should update their account by calling 800-844-4832—customers are advised to check for updates when phone lines are busy.
Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency ahead of a severe weather event that is expected to bring tornadoes, strong winds, hail, and flooding.
He urged all Kentuckians to seek shelter — he activated the emergency operations center and ordered the National Guard to be ready.
🎉 Owensboro Events
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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.
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.
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.
Tree Seedling Giveaway
8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Yellow Creek Park — Free seedlings — Collect a variety of tree seedlings to enhance your outdoor space.
Craig Gerdes Music Performance
8 PM – 2 AM — Brasher's Little Nashville — Cost information not provided — Experience the raw and real sounds of Craig Gerdes and his band, a testament to the American highway.
2025 Boston Terrier National Specialty Show
April 28th – May 2nd — Owensboro Convention Center — Check the link for entry fees and details — Showcase of the beloved Boston Terrier breed hosted by the Heartland Boston Terrier Club.
Sutton Elementary Derby Day 5K
9:00 – 11:59 AM — Sutton Elementary School — $25-$30 — Participate in a fun-filled 5K and receive a free race shirt with early registration.
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