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Friday, April 4th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in Owensboro can look forward to a week of Easter events offering egg hunts, pancake breakfasts, and special activities at locations like Yellow Creek Park, the museum, and local churches. Several events take place from April 12 to April 20—each event has its own time and cost details for an enjoyable outing with both kids and pets. WOMI Owensboro
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet closed one lane on KY 2245 in Owensboro from St. Ann Street to Allen Street due to a sinkhole that formed after last night's rain — officials from Region Water Resource Agency say repairs will continue through April 11 — and drivers should expect delays. TriStateHomepage.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Homeschool families and small private school students will be offered guidance at a free college planning event held April 8 at 2:00 p.m. in the public lounge at Daviess County Public Library—organized by retired academic advisor Katie Ballard in partnership with KHEAA representatives to address college selection, campus visits, and financial aid. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Distribution at Panther Creek Park and Mulzer’s Downtown Yard at Crittenden Street in Owensboro ended at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, and a second chance to pick up sandbags will be available today from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. while supplies last—residents should bring a shovel to fill the bags amid a flood watch with 7 to 10 inches of rain expected through Sunday. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ County officials said as of April 3 that several roads in Daviess County were closed due to high water—more closures will be updated as conditions change. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Daviess County residents who need sandbags can pick them up at Panther Creek Park at 5160 Wayne Bridge Road or at Mulzer’s Downtown Yard on Crittenden Street until 3:30 p.m. on April 3, while a second distribution will take place today from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.—residents should bring a shovel to fill their own bags as heavy rain and flooding are forecast. Daviess County
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ ROSEY is a 4-year-old, 55-pound dog from It Takes a Village who is looking for a new home. She is house-trained and crate-trained — known for her gentle and loving nature, potential adopters may apply online to offer her a caring family. WOMI Owensboro
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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