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Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Struecker — a Black Hawk Down veteran and former chaplain — will speak at National Day of Prayer events on May 6–7 at RiverPark Center and on the courthouse lawn, sharing his story and urging local unity. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Volunteer Owensboro has partnered with the Nonprofit Coalition of Owensboro to launch a new interactive website that connects local nonprofits and provides a community calendar. The free service uses a social media-style interface — letting organizations share events and resources to ease planning. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fred Noe, Jim Beam master distiller, will headline the BBQ & Barrels Bourbon Experience in Owensboro, sharing his Beam family story during a live session. The event will feature over 44 distilleries and bourbon classes with a live reveal on May 9 at the Convention Center. The Owensboro Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Community & Technical College held its 2026 Going Pro Healthcare Signing Day on April 14 at the Industry Innovation Center to honor soon-to-be healthcare professionals from nursing, radiography and veterinary technology programs who will graduate in May. The event showcased partnerships with local healthcare employers. The Owensboro Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County’s girls tennis team overcame an early deficit to beat St. Mary’s 6-3 today with strong singles and doubles wins. Coach Dylan McDuffee said the victory will boost team energy ahead of Tuesday’s game against Apollo. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ On April 25, the Raiders won two championship games by beating Community Christian 4-1 and Highlands Latin 12-11, while McLean and Daviess counties split doubleheaders and Owensboro teams lost to Franklin Simpson and University Heights. The games showed tight scores in local baseball matchups. 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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