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Owensboro
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers helped American Legion members and Owensboro Bombers players place flags at veteran graves in Rosehill-Elmwood Cemetery in preparation for Memorial Day service on Sunday at 1 p.m. in the Veterans Triangle off Old Hartford Road. 14 News
- ➤ A weekend yard sale guide offers detail on estate sales, garage sales and family events starting today in Evansville, Owensboro, Henderson and Newburgh—helping local treasure hunters plan routes across the tri state area. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ The Owensboro Blue Bridge Pride Picnic will take place on May 31 from 12 to 8 p.m. at the corner of 7th and Daviess and includes food trucks, speakers, and a drag show featuring India Divine. Hosted by Unity Fellowship Church, the free event kicks off Pride month celebrations. WOMI Owensboro
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Former Poet Laureate Silas House praised Owensboro's vibrant music scene at the Chamber of Commerce Rooster Booster breakfast in May 2024. His feature in Garden and Gun Magazine commended events like Friday After 5 & PorchFest as key parts of the town's lively live music tradition. WOMI Owensboro
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Public Schools staff will get a 1% raise next school year after the DCPS Board approved the new salary schedule on Thursday (which raises the top step for classified employees). The decision comes amid a tight budget, supported by rising local tax revenue. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Owensboro Public Schools will launch its summer feeding program Tuesday, May 26, at six permanent meal sites and three mobile routes to offer nutritious options for students this summer. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Abundant, the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 16 held its 39th Police Memorial Service on Thursday to honor fallen officers from 2025, and officials announced the 'last 10-7' during the ceremony. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Over 100 overdose emergency boxes, stocked with Narcan and a face shield, are being distributed across Daviess County to ease opioid emergencies. The bright purple boxes include a video on proper Narcan use in English plus Spanish and have already reached schools and the jail. 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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