Good morning, Owensboro.

A local guide highlights yard sales at community spots (3130 Ridgewood St and 1300 Holly Ave) and family Easter events including egg hunts, craft shows, and petting opportunities happening this weekend.

Residents can enjoy bargain finds and festive activities nearby for a lively weekend.

Governor Beshear announced today that an Owensboro park honoring Moneta Sleet Jr. joins the Kentucky African American Heritage Trail as part of a 250th-anniversary initiative.

The park features a new Storywalk (and a traveling exhibit) available for community visitors before June 21.

A collection of vintage Owensboro postcards on eBay revisits lost city sites (including the Imperial Motel and former post office), showing how local neighborhoods have changed over decades.

The images invite residents to reflect on the town’s evolving history.

Owensboro High School completed a yearlong initiative with Opportunity Center, unveiling a collaborative art piece created with staff and clients during a school gathering today.

The artwork, featuring school colors, now has a permanent home at the school as a symbol of community partnership.

Kentucky Wesleyan College celebrated Karrington True being crowned United States of America Miss 2026 in March and now honors her achievement as she takes on her role as Director of Development; she will join community projects and public appearances over the coming year.

Dr. Sarah Brown has been named the next principal at Estes Elementary School and will begin work on July 1, succeeding Ryan Williams who retires at the end of this school year.

Brown joined Owensboro Public Schools in 2018 and has taught at Owensboro High.

Frankfort lawmakers are debating Senate Bill 37 to name the Treeing Walker Coonhound the state dog; the breed (developed in Madison County) reflects local heritage and could boost regional pride in Kentucky.

Owensboro Municipal Utilities received the American Public Power Association’s Safety Award of Excellence for 2025 today for its strong workplace safety and reliable service + earning the Diamond designation for the second year +, which highlights its commitment to protecting employees and serving the local community.

Morning Pointe Owensboro has renovated its senior living facility with over $2.5M to offer clinical care and restaurant-style dining — a model that blends independence with 24-hour support and shared spaces, and it welcomes new residents based on care needs.

Today, the Lady Panthers beat Muhlenberg County 14-1 with Molly Hancock hitting two homers and a triple — setting the tone with a new home run celebration.

The team will rest during spring break and then travel to Indiana for a tournament.

On April 2, local baseball games saw McLean and Hancock counties secure shutout wins while Apollo edged Breckinridge County and Owensboro lost to Silver Creek 12—3, with Ross Millburn and Porter Hay delivering key pitching performances.

Care for the Caregiver Retreat

8 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. — Owensboro Convention Center — Cost varies — A rejuvenating three-day retreat designed for caregivers to find support and community.