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Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ellis Park Racing & Gaming and Owensboro Racing & Gaming will host free Kentucky Derby Weekend celebrations on May 1-2, offering live music, drive-up wagering at Ellis Park and a $152,000 Derby Dash promotion for families to enjoy. Details are set for both sites. 44 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sierra, an outdoor retailer, is set to open its store at 2452 Calumet Trace beside Old Navy in Gateway Commons on May 30 at 8 a.m.-Grand opening festivities include a ribbon cutting, giveaways, a scavenger hunt, and a $10,000 charity donation while the company starts hiring. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Wile Bros. store — one of the oldest clothing retailers — ended its long run this week as a local fixture. The historic closure marks a notable transition in a business that served the community for many decades. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nelly will return to the Beaver Dam Amphitheatre Saturday, Sept. 19 — performing with Twista and DJ Shay to reclaim his 2024 record — with tickets on sale at 9 a.m. CT on May 1 after a presale from April 29 until April 30 for newsletter subscribers. WOMI Owensboro
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Beth Hutchinson has been named principal at Highland Elementary, and she will begin her duties on July 1 to lead the school following a thorough selection process by Daviess County Public Schools. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Today, KCTCS announced it raised over $375K in 24 hours from 1,656 gifts by 1,389 donors+faculty, alumni and staff across 16 campuses to support scholarships, food pantries and emergency aid; West Kentucky and Maysville led fundraising challenges showing strong community backing for local students. 44 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro BBQ & Barrels will take over downtown on May 8 and 9 with live music, VIP tastings, a 50/50 raffle, and an Artisan Craft Show. The event will feature must-try dishes from the BBQ Blueprint — a plan designed to help visitors savor the best flavors. WOMI Owensboro
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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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