Good morning, Owensboro.

Downtown Owensboro’s Convention Center will host the National Catfish Expo May 15-16, where anglers and vendors gather to showcase fishing techniques, equipment and outdoor gear — the event also includes the World Catfishing Championship Tournament with a boat ramp gathering at English Park today at 3 p.m.

Four new restaurants are set to open in Owensboro as signage, permits and social media posts point to projects at 5257 Frederica Street (Italian concept), 2065 East Parrish Avenue (Mexican hotspot), 3500 Villa Point (all-you-can-eat buffet) and 1741 Scherm Road (Carnival Cafe's new venture).

Kentucky Living Magazine's Best in Kentucky contest is open for voting today, featuring familiar WDRB personalities among the nominees.

Local voters can support their favorites by casting votes as the contest unfolds.

Owensboro native Hayley Payne will take the Tractor Supply Co. Spotlight Stage at CMA Fest on Friday, June 5th, from 12:30 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. at Fan Fair X in Nashville, marking her first appearance in the official lineup.

Downtown Owensboro will host the free 2nd Street FAM JAM Street Dance Series starting Friday with Galactic Foghorn, featuring live music, dancing, food, and community activities every week until Oct.

2. The event welcomes all ages and will include nonprofit spotlight opportunities on select nights.

Venture River Water Park in Eddyville will unveil its new family attraction—Kupuna River—on May 23, offering a choose-your-own-adventure water ride over 16,000 sqft that lets guests pick a relaxed float or fast-paced detour.

The park welcomes all ages with no height restrictions and a full summer season of water fun.

Kenyata Carbon, named the 2026 Mid-South Player of the Year, will transfer to Morehead State University after a record-setting season at Lindsey Wilson where he averaged 19.0 pts + 5.0 rebounds + 2.5 assists in 29 games.

He credited coach Mattox for his disciplined practice.

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.

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.