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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mulzer Family of Companies reopened its downtown yard at 701 E. Second Street to offer residents material pickup including crushed stone, sand, gravel, concrete, and lime (open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon). The company is also expanding its Bypass Yard at 5001 KY 2830 (work expected to finish by the end of the third quarter) to boost local service options. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Owensboro-based LinGate Hospitality was named IHG Owner-Operator of the Year by InterContinental Hotels Group—an honor for strong guest satisfaction, loyalty rewards, and energy sustainability. Company leaders said the award reflects their team's hard work and local partnerships, boosting the hotel industry today. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local folk-rock group Sons of Habit will headline a free concert on June 20 at O’Bryon’s Bar and Grill to support flood relief in McLean County—just weeks before they join country stars Scotty McCreery and Dustin Lynch on a six-state arena tour. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Grammy-nominated Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen will perform on May 8 at 7 p.m. at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum in Owensboro. Tickets start at $25 as the band blends bluegrass with country, jazz, blues, southern rock, and soul. The Owensboro Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Independence Bank awarded $139,400 in scholarships to 71 high school seniors from 15 Kentucky counties at a ceremony on Frederica Street in Owensboro this week—awards that range from $500 to $15,000 as part of its annual 2025 Scholarship Program supporting students pursuing higher education. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced new remote driver licensing options called ‘Skip the Line’ that let Kentuckians renew licenses online, in office, or by mail — Gov. Andy Beshear said the plan aims to ease long waits as offices have seen increased visits for renewals and REAL ID services since 2020. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Kentucky passed House Bill 258—Ethan’s Law—on April 4th last year to make the torture of dogs and cats a felony with penalties including up to 5 years in jail and fines up to $10,000. One year later, a recent report shows the state still ranks poorly in animal protection laws and advocates say tougher enforcement is needed. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Daviess County Public Works quickly repaired and reopened Griffith Station Road after floodwater washed the pavement into a field in mid-April. Hinkle Contracting Company, LLC began paving Friday between KY-279 and Willett Road — about three miles from Stanley. Daviess County
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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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Gene Watson Live Concert
7-9 PM — Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum — Tickets from $43 — Experience masterful country music with the legendary Gene Watson.
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Over The Top Wrestling Event
7-11 p.m. — Owensboro Sportscenter — $10-$45 — Experience a night of high-energy professional wrestling with meet and greets featuring wrestling legends.
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Athelite Memorial Day Challenge
May 24-25 — Owensboro Convention Center — Team registration fees apply — A competitive youth sports event featuring teams from over 10 states in basketball.
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Neighborhood Sale - Locust Hill / Krystal Lane
12 PM — Owensboro Dugan Best Rec Center — Free entry — Discover neighborhood treasures at this community sale event.
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