Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
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🏘️ Community
The 2nd Annual Downtown Small Biz Crawl, hosted by Downtown Owensboro Inc. and Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation, is scheduled for May 14 in downtown Owensboro, where shoppers will enjoy special promotions, pop-up vendors, giveaways, live music by Brasher’s Lil Nashville, and interactive experiences; additional details will be announced soon.
🎭 Culture
Maui’s Indoor Theme Park holds its Sneak Peek event today from noon until 9 p.m. at Frederica Street in the former Towne Square Mall; the park will close Monday through Thursday before officially opening Friday.
Groovin’ on the Green will return for its fifth year on Sept.
5 at the Owensboro Convention Center front lawn, offering live R&B, jazz, and soul with headliner Jon B and local acts, plus food + family-friendly activities rain or shine.
Today, Jordan Wilson opened Owensboro's first Faithfluence at 1010 Allen St. to welcome Christian social media influencers and launch a new platform for faith-based content in the community.
🎓 Education
Owensboro Community and Technical College is hosting an art exhibition titled 'Pathway Through Humanity' by three graduating visual art students at the Dayman Art Gallery until May 14, with a free reception on May 14 (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) offering refreshments.
🏈 Sports
Kennedy Lane, the Lady Panthers' all-time leading scorer, signed her commitment letter on Friday to play basketball at Georgetown College + start her collegiate career.
She chose Georgetown for its close-to-home feel and plans to improve her defense for upcoming games.
Apollo swept a doubleheader at Jack Fisher Park by beating Franklin Simpson 10-3 and Marshall County 17-5 plus Owensboro Catholic beat Notre Dame 4-1 as Abi Murphy tossed a complete game, while Owensboro lost to North Hardin 20-2.
🎉 Owensboro Events
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Panthers after Dark: Full Moon Hike
8-10 p.m. — Panther Creek Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly, leisurely hike under the moonlight with well-behaved dogs and kids welcome.
Partners in Hope Cancer Benefit Concert
12-6 p.m. — Windy Hollow Speedway — Entry fee to support patients — Enjoy a day of music, poker runs, and family fun for a great cause.
Johnson Dance Studio 50th Anniversary Recital
2:45-5:45 p.m. — RiverPark Center — Admission details not provided — Celebrate five decades of dance excellence with a memorable recital.
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