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Owensboro
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local guide details Tri-State farmers markets ready for summer, including Market on Main operating every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market — a neighborhood staple for fresh produce, baked goods, and family fun. WOMI Owensboro
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Porch Light Coffee & Creamery has opened at 3245 Mt. Moriah Suite 1 off Hwy 54 and will host an open house this Saturday with live coverage from noon until 2 p.m. The locally owned shop offers specialty coffee, smoothies, breakfast tacos, and delicious ice cream flavors for all tastes. WOMI Owensboro
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Families can explore a free scavenger hunt at Audubon State Park in Henderson during park hours as they search for ten hidden gnome homes with unique designs crafted by local students — visitors who photograph all homes can claim a prize at the museum gift shop. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ The Cannon Hall stage at RiverPark Center will host Beatles vs. Stones - A Musical Showdown today at 7:30 p.m., featuring music from the British Invasion era. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
- ➤ Owensboro’s 30th Anniversary Season of Friday After 5 runs through summer with country music events downtown. Rising act Sterling Elza will perform on May 29, while local favorites Hayden Coffman and Whiskey Row join on June 12 and July 3 — fans should check the official schedule for more details. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Kentucky’s music scene is set to heat up with six festivals, including Owensboro’s ROMP Bluegrass Festival from June 24th-27th at Yellow Creek Park, offering folk music, art, dancing, and free entry for kids. Other events include Lexington’s Railbird Festival and Louisville’s Bourbon and Beyond. WOMI Owensboro
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brescia University is partnering with Oakland City University to help undergrad students after OCU suspended its programs for the 2026-27 academic year. The agreement, effective May 20, accepts transfer credits and provides financial aid help & athletic opportunities for student-athletes. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Local colleges are stepping in after Oakland City University suspended undergraduate programs. USI, Kentucky Wesleyan, Ivy Tech and the University of Evansville are offering guidance with credit transfers, financial aid support and one-on-one advising, with Kentucky Wesleyan hosting Transfer Week June 1-5 at its Owensboro campus. 14 News
- ➤ Heritage Park High School celebrated its 45 graduates today (including Kristian King, who described his graduation as a dream) in a ceremony marking a significant community milestone. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Foors Lane near Hillcrest Golf Course will close for up to two months starting Tuesday, May 26 at 6 a.m. as construction continues on a new roundabout project — drivers will follow a three-way stop until work finishes by mid-November. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Female inmates at Daviess County Detention Center participated in a church service that offered testimonies, special music and a Gospel presentation organized by Pastor Ander known as Rebirth Pellerano with One Accord Ministries — officials say the message of hope resonated with many. 14 News
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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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