Good morning, Owensboro.

Cromwell Media and Volunteer Owensboro will launch the Be Change For The Child initiative on April 24th in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Nine local nonprofits including CASA will join the movement to encourage community volunteering and support for children in crisis — a call for residents to get involved.

Today, a weekend guide outlines yard, garage, and estate sales across Owensboro running today and tomorrow, with events such as the multi-family sale at 520 Hill Ave. It also lists free Easter events like the Easter Bone Hunt at Ben Hawes Park and egg hunts at local museums and churches set for tomorrow and April 20 — offering family-friendly fun.

The Owensboro Police Department arrested William Keeling, a 20-year-old from Owensboro, on 27 charges related to child pornography—he was taken into custody at his workplace and his home on Wandering Lane was searched after a report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children led officials to find he had shared videos of abuse.

Norton Children’s Heart Institute worked with Owensboro High School on Thursday to name it a Project ADAM Heart Safe School — school staff practiced CPR and AED drills — to boost their readiness for sudden cardiac arrest emergencies.

The contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is set to replace an 83-year-old bridge over Panther Creek on U.S. 431 at Pettit+ today the crew is installing a crane arm for the project.

Demolition will begin within the next two weeks if flood waters subside+ crews will work on one side at a time with temporary lane restrictions and an 11-foot clearance until the project is completed by the end of November.

The Daviess County Sheriff’s Office found a roadway washout on Griffith Station Road Thursday morning — residents are urged to report any additional road damage as floodwaters start to recede.

Mika is a one-year-old pit bull with a cheerful nature and a coat of beige, white, and grey available for adoption from the local rescue—it gives new owners a chance to add a loving companion to their home.

Interested adopters can apply online to give her a forever home.

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.

Mother’s Day Brunch

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Owensboro Convention Center — Pricing not specified — Celebrate Mom with a delightful brunch buffet and riverside views in an elegant setting.

Touch-A-Truck Event

11 a.m. — Panther Creek Park — Free entry — Explore a variety of vehicles including police cars, fire engines, and heavy equipment at this family-friendly event.