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Owensboro
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 270 Food Truck Finder helps local diners connect with food trucks in western Kentucky. Launched in April 2026 by Lindsey Akers, the app now features 35 trucks in Owensboro, letting users view menus, get directions and book trucks with an Android version coming soon. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Memorial Day Run to Remember 5K, hosted by She’s the V.E.T. (a nonprofit supporting female veterans), will take place on May 25 along the riverfront with packet pickup starting at 6:45 a.m. at RiverPark Center; participants can choose to run, ruck or walk to honor fallen heroes. The Owensboro Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Green River Distilling in Owensboro is set to launch its new honey whiskey made by finishing four-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon with real local honey instead of additives. It will be available nationwide starting May 15. 14 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elizabeth Caudill was named principal at Whitesville Elementary by Daviess County Public Schools on Monday and will start her role on July 1. She previously taught at Foust Elementary and now works as the district's preschool coordinator while vowing to strengthen the school culture and traditions. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Greater Owensboro REALTOR® Association awarded its first annual scholarships to two local students — Anna Katherine Wathen and Aubrey Nies — who will start at the University of Kentucky this fall. Wathen received $1,500 and Nies earned $1,000 for their academic achievements. WOMI Owensboro
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A petition against an AI data center gathered over 3,100 signatures in Owensboro, prompting city leaders to confirm today that no active project is under consideration while remaining open to economic development that aligns with local interests (including environmental concerns over utility and water use). 14 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local nurse practitioner Tisha Higgs opened Higgs Family Care on Veach Road—dedicated to personalized family medicine with preventive care and chronic condition management. The office operates Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and patients can call to schedule appointments. The Owensboro Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gina used her $50 Goodwill card at the west side store to pick up a teal dress, four pairs of shoes, and other finds while making a new friend, and a contest is open in May for locals to win a similar shopping trip. WOMI Owensboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County outlasted McLean County 11-5 in a 3rd Region game while Owensboro beat Henderson County 11-1 and Trinity (Whitesville) defeated Union County 5-3 on May 11. Blake Huff, Dathan Hinton, and Grant Howard played key roles for their teams. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Yesterday, local softball games saw Apollo defeat Breckinridge County 14-2 and Daviess County beat Tecumseh 10-1, while the Lady Hornets lost 5-2 to Ohio County (with key plays from Tyler Hall and other standout pitchers). The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Owensboro High School football players received championship rings at Rash Stadium on May 12 as fans gathered to mark the team’s first 5A State Championship in 39 years after beating Pulaski County. 14 News
- ➤ On Tuesday, Trinity of Whitesville won a 10 to 0 shutout over Bluegrass Braves behind Harrison Barnett’s five RBIs and RJ Cecil’s three innings in relief. The Raiders, now 15 to 12, will finish the season Thursday at Russellville plus face Butler County in the District Tournament. The Owensboro Times
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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.
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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.
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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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OMG!con 2026
Various times — Owensboro Convention Center — Check event site for details — Explore a dynamic blend of anime, gaming, and pop culture at this exciting convention.
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