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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Storm Hunter Nation is collecting supplies for flood victims at Ritzy’s off KY-54 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today through Sunday to help Butler County—one of the hardest hit areas by recent floods. The event features storm chaser vehicle displays, music and a replica tornado instrument called 'Dorothy' from the movie Twister. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ The Owensboro Spring Carnival has returned to the former Towne Square Mall parking lot since Friday evening and will run until April 19 following safety guidelines. Casey’s Rides Inc. provides rides, games, and fair food with armbands costing $25 and tickets offered at $1.50 each. The Owensboro Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A large tree branch fell on Doug Wathen’s truck in Owensboro on Thursday — no one was hurt. 14 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Roots and Wings Childcare and Preschool in Owensboro earned the highest quality rating in the Kentucky All STARS program as a Level 5 provider, making it the only private childcare center in the city with this honor. The rating makes the center eligible for extra funding and support—recognizing the hard work of its staff and the trust of local families. WOMI Owensboro
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro officials announced that W. 3rd Street between Daviess and Allen streets will close on April 13th for the setup of the HealthForce Mobile Lab near the Owensboro Museum of Science and History — the closure will last through Thursday night and drivers are advised to use West 2nd or West 4th Street as alternate routes. 14 News
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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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