Good morning, Owensboro.

Owensboro is set to welcome two new Publix grocery stores this year (one on the East Side at Pleasant Valley Road and Hayden Road near Gateway Commons and one on the West Side at Carter Rd near Lee’s Chicken) with one expected to open by summer’s end.

Lifetime's new film 'Where the Heart Lands' stars country hitmaker Jana Kramer in a story about a California realtor inheriting racehorses and heading to Kentucky to work a romance with a trainer— it premiered May 30 and is available on demand.

Gov. Andy Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear have launched the Home, Arts and Writing contest that invites locals to showcase Kentucky history through creative posts on social media; entries must be posted by midnight on June 18 (winners will earn a two-night state park stay and a one-year membership to the Kentucky Historical Society).

Daviess County Public Schools Superintendent Charles Broughton received high marks from the board Tuesday as he delivered his capstone address — he detailed his goals and progress in improving schools.

Gov. Andy Beshear signed an executive order Tuesday that expanded access to medical cannabis by clarifying qualifying conditions and adding 15 new ones, including ALS + Parkinson’s, while the state’s Office of Medical Cannabis will soon issue emergency regulation to update program criteria.

Kentucky Scholastic 3D Archery is hosting the State 3D Outdoor Archery Championships from Friday, June 5 through Sunday, June 7 at Mattingly Target Shooting Range.

Over 250 youth archers will compete in various divisions and enjoy food, raffles, and prizes, according to organizers.

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.