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Owensboro
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro residents can collect free Eastern Redbud and White Dogwood tree seedlings at the Owensboro Sportscenter parking lot on Thursday, April 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.—supplies are limited to five seedlings per person. 14 News
- ➤ Empowerment Academy of Owensboro is now fully staffed and open to support formerly unhoused youth through education and housing, having been built debt-free with community support. The academy now promotes a student sponsorship program (covering meals, utilities and life skills training) for sustainable operations. 44 News
- ➤ Windy Hollow Biscuit House will host its 5th free D-Day Breakfast Buffet on June 6 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. for veterans and active military (honoring D-Day and the legacy of local founders) as a respectful tribute to service. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ The Owensboro Family YMCA unveiled plans Monday to increase childcare capacity through preschool, toddler, after-school and day camp programs later this year and expects to serve more families. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Yak and Yeti Himalayan Cuisine will open a restaurant (611 Emory Drive) in late June, offering a blend of Himalayan and Indian dishes along with signature drinks (pending licensing) for local diners. The Owensboro Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ First graders at Newton Parrish Elementary published their book All About Birds on Monday, Apr. 20 after completing a unit on birds, and they enjoyed a publishing party led by teacher Sarah Price that let them share what they learned. 14 News
- ➤ Kate Rhoads, an Owensboro native and second-year PhD student at the University of Kentucky, played a role in the Artemis II lunar flyby mission and shared reflections on her work, showcasing local talent in aerospace engineering. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio County Sheriff's Office marked the fourth anniversary of Deputy James Critchelow’s death by honoring his decades of service — he served as a school resource officer and had a long law enforcement career until a heart attack took his life near Ohio County High School in 2022. 44 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Tennis Complex is hosting the 2026 Great Midwest Athletic Conference Tennis Championships — teams begin practice Wednesday, Apr. 22 and compete starting Thursday with men’s play at 9 a.m. and women’s at 1 p.m., with champions crowned Saturday, Apr. 25. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ DCHS Indoor Winds placed first in the preliminary round at the WGI Championship in Dayton this past weekend—winning 89.250 points and narrowly defeating Valley Christian to secure their third title. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ On April 20, the E-Gals shut out Hancock County 5-0 with key hits and solid pitching while Daviess County cruised past Jasper 10-2. Owensboro, Owensboro Catholic, and Trinity (Whitesville) lost their regional softball contests. The Owensboro Times
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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.
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