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Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Whitesville Lions Club will host its Chili Supper and Pie Auction on April 24 (dinner at 5 p.m. and auction at 6 p.m. at the Whitesville Senior Citizen Center) to support Wendell Foster and Puzzle Pieces, which offer services for individuals with disabilities. 44 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Nothing Bundt Cakes will have a soft opening on Saturday, May 9, just in time for Mother’s Day weekend. The new bakery at 2490 Calumet Trace (next to Bath and Body Works) will offer a range of bundt cakes including gluten-free options for family celebrations. WOMI Owensboro
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Owensboro officials approved a regional agreement that partners with Owensboro Community and Technical College, Daviess County Fiscal Court, Henderson, and Madisonville to pool EMT candidates from several fire departments for an accelerated certification program + improve training efficiency. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport board updated Tuesday night on its transition to United Express, noting that federal officials are expected to decide by mid-June and that service may begin in late summer. The board also approved $2 million in state funding for capital improvements (distributed as $1 million per year). The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Amanda Rogers, director of Owensboro Parks and Recreation, announced her retirement effective Nov. 1 after nearly three decades of service as she built a parks system that grew from neighborhood pools to a nationally recognized riverfront asset. City officials said her team will continue projects like the upcoming pickleball facility to enhance local recreation. The Owensboro Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New Beginnings held Green Dot training Tuesday in Owensboro to show community members how to spot and prevent risky situations during Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. The training aims to cut incidents by about 20% and has over 20 local businesses & groups involved. 14 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local resident in Owensboro will buy only secondhand clothes for the rest of the year to save money and help the environment — inspired by the benefits of thrifting. The shopper plans to mend clothes and visit local thrift stores for needed wardrobe pieces. WOMI Owensboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Catholic overcame a 4-1 deficit when eight runs in the third inning helped secure a 10-4 win over Apollo last night. Apollo will travel to Owensboro Catholic tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. for the rematch. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ On April 21, Owensboro rallied from 4-3 to beat the Panthers 5-4, with Ty Ashley and Nash Miller key in a late comeback; Muhlenberg County edged McLean County 8-7 and Trinity (Whitesville) fell 14-5 to Butler County. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ On April 21, local softball teams played in district games. Daviess County beat Owensboro Catholic 12-2, Apollo defeated Butler County 5-4, Hancock County shut out Ohio County 10-0, Hopkins County Central beat McLean County 8-2, and Trinity of Whitesville won 10-0. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Owensboro Middle School will host the Special Olympics Kentucky Area 2 Track and Field meet on Saturday, Apr. 25 with more than 120 athletes from several counties competing. Opening ceremonies start at 10 a.m. with competitions at 10:30 a.m., including participation from local flag football team members on Team Kentucky. 44 News
- ➤ Trinity (Whitesville)'s track and field team impressed on Saturday against Ohio County. Brady Barnett won the long jump with a new school record while teammates Avalon Keller, Brayden McBride, Navaeh Mills, Finn Williams and Sam Johnson posted strong finishes. 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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