Good morning, Owensboro.

Owensboro bakery owner Becca Westerfield and colleague Aleah Johnson saw cash flying near Owensboro Antiques and More last weekend when a man tossed money into the air.

They collected $91 in one-dollar bills which they later spent at Colby's.

County officials replaced damaged signage at Yellow Creek Park and Panther Creek Park with new designs aimed at long-term use.

They said the project is part of broader efforts to upgrade local parks and includes future installation of donated sculptures.

Community members gathered Saturday at Owensboro Memorial Gardens during the 28th annual Field of Honor ceremony to honor fallen service members.

The ceremony featured the VFW 696 Honor Guard, musical performances, a dove release, and tributes while attendees donated food to help veterans facing food insecurity.

A Muhlenberg County IT firm brings personal — hands-on support to small businesses in Owensboro today by offering cybersecurity, managed IT, and network management services.

Founder Derek Dukes wants local entrepreneurs to call a single point of contact when technology needs arise.

Owensboro celebrates its Revolutionary War heritage as burial sites of four local veterans—George Calhoon, Benjamin Field, William Smeathers, and Thomas Moseley—offer a tangible link to early frontiers, with pension records and local histories documenting their roles.

Their stories add local pride as the nation nears its 250th anniversary.

Owensboro Public Schools will begin its Summer Food Service Program on May 26, providing free on-site meals for anyone 18 and under at dine-in and mobile sites — while Daviess County Public Schools' Feeding Tour serves free meals with scheduled breaks.

At Saturday's KHSAA Class 3A State Track Meet, Owensboro's girls tied for 23rd while the Daviess County Lady Panthers finished 31st — both teams showed strong effort in a competitive field.

Owensboro native Tyler Lashbrook has advanced to an in-person interview with the Trail Blazers to fill the head coaching vacancy.

He worked with the Maine Celtics and Boston Celtics staff and could earn his first NBA head coach job if selected.

The Lady Panthers clinched their seventh straight 9th District Championship with a 5-2 win as Storey Hume secured the final outs.

They will compete in the 3rd Region Tournament tomorrow at Daviess County High School starting at 10:00 a.m.

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.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

June 16-18 — Owensboro Convention Center — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills and build confidence at this youth camp for grades 3-8.

R.O.M.P. Festival 2026

12:00–9:59 p.m. — Yellow Creek Park — Ticket info available — Experience the sounds of Mason Via and more at this annual music festival in Owensboro.