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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Owensboro will celebrate Arbor Day at Waymond Morris Park on Friday, April 25 at 11 a.m.—the event will include an official proclamation and the planting of October Glory Maple trees sponsored by Bell Bank, and if rain occurs it will be moved to May 2. 44 News
- ➤ Blaine Mathews has been hired as Director of Advancement at the Daniel Pitino and St. Benedict Shelters to strengthen their efforts in fighting homelessness in Daviess County. He will start his role on April 28—bringing his personal experience and professional skills to help the community. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Khaibar Shafaq, director of Migration and Refugee Services for Catholic Charities of Owensboro, will share his personal refugee journey—he fled Afghanistan in 2021—and explain the U.S. resettlement process at a free Owensboro Area World Affairs Council event on April 30 at 7 p.m. at Owensboro Community and Technical College Main Campus, Blandford Lecture Hall in the Humanities Building. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Friday After 5 announced its 2025 schedule at McConnell Plaza in downtown Owensboro, unveiling an 11-week season that will run every Friday from May 16 through August 1 and feature a mix of national touring, regional, and upcoming acts. The free summer concert series will include the Kroger Street Fair starting at 5 p.m. with food trucks, local vendors plus kid-friendly activities along the riverfront. WOMI Owensboro
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A fourth arrest was made in connection with the April 4 shooting on West 5th Street in Owensboro that injured two people—19-year-old Jordan Bellmar was booked at Daviess County Detention Center and charged with assault. TriStateHomepage.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Stephen M. Vest will sign his book & give a talk in the Kentucky Room on Friday, April 25 at 6:30 p.m. A marker on the Daviess County Courthouse lawn honors George Graham Vest, the attorney known for his famous Tribute to a Dog speech. Daviess County
- ➤ Friday After 5 will start May 16 and run through August 1 — offering free live concerts by nationally touring acts and hometown favorites on the Owensboro riverfront along with the Kroger Street Fair that brings local vendors and family activities. Title sponsor Jagoe Homes and community partners back the event to provide a summer of free public entertainment. The Owensboro Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, April 24th, the Daviess County Conservation District will give away over 3,000 tree seedlings at Yellow Creek Park in Owensboro. The giveaway features varieties such as Eastern Redbud—each person may take only 10 seedlings and distribution will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. or until supplies run out. 14 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials said that on April 21 flooding had persisted for 19 days in the KYTC district and water levels dropped steadily even though several roads remained closed. They urged drivers to check road signs and verify closures because some GPS systems might not show the most current information—using highway mile markers to indicate locations. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ The City of Owensboro will celebrate Arbor Day at Waymond Morris Park this Friday at 11 a.m. by presenting an official proclamation + planting October Glory Maple trees with red leaves in the fall. If it rains, the event will be held on May 2. 14 News
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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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