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Sunday, April 20th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 74th annual National Day of Prayer event is set for May 1 on the Daviess County Courthouse lawn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees will join a Circle of Good News reading from 11:30 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. and then take part in prayer, worship, and testimony until the event moves indoors at First Baptist Church—if it rains. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, members of the Owensboro Symphony and volunteers built walls for Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County to be used in future home projects. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mancave for Men opened its doors on Friday in downtown Owensboro—at 234 Frederica Street, Suite #102—to offer luxury barber services that include haircuts with shampoo and hot towel treatments. The new shop drew a large crowd at its ribbon-cutting and plans to expand its staff and spa-like offerings in the near future. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County announced three sites for residents to drop off flood-affected interior home debris. A temporary site at Stanley Park will operate from April 22 to May 3 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday—residents can also bring debris to the county landfill or Knottsville Convenience Center for free. Daviess County
- ➤ Daviess County has announced three sites for residents to dispose of flood-affected interior home debris—at the Daviess County Landfill, Knottsville Convenience Center, and a temporary site at Stanley Park. The Stanley Park site will operate from April 22 to May 3—8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday–Saturday. Daviess County
- ➤ The USDA is offering technical and financial assistance to Kentucky ag producers impacted by recent severe weather and tornadoes—farmers with damage to crops, livestock or infrastructure are urged to contact their local USDA Service Center promptly to report losses and explore recovery options. The Owensboro Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local entrepreneurs Timmy Barron, Leland Herzog, and Andrew Thorp turned a backyard frisbee toss into Tizbee, an official trademarked sport with its own scoring system and custom equipment—built on a retro marketing vibe—and they will launch pre-orders later this year while planning live tournaments and leagues. This effort aims to invite more players and build a new competitive sport here in Owensboro. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Seven Owensboro High School athletes signed letters to play college sports—Black and Mutabazi will join Kentucky Wesleyan, Devine is headed to Georgetown, DeLacey will attend KWC, Hill signed with Wabash, John chose Midway and Barnett will play at Transylvania University. Their letters came after a season with a 9th District Championship in soccer and strong performances in football, softball and lacrosse. The Owensboro Times
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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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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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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.
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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.
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