Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Owensboro.
Chris Joslin of First Baptist Church in Owensboro uses the Prayer Stand— a pop-up tent he manufactures— to start faith conversations by asking passers-by if they need prayer, and he distributes gospel tracts at local events.
He has used the tool for three years to share the gospel and guide others on their faith journey.
A brief, weak tornado touched down near the Target store on south Owensboro at 3:43 p.m. on June 7, according to a preliminary report from the National Weather Service—damage remains unknown.
FEMA inspectors in Kentucky are calling applicants to schedule home inspections after severe storms and tornadoes to assess home safety—applicants should have their FEMA application number, photo ID, proof of ownership or occupancy, and a list of damages ready.
The inspection lasts 30 to 45 minutes and a decision letter will be sent within 10 days.
Daviess County’s softball State Tournament game against Henderson County was delayed until today at 1 p.m. after three rain delays ended play last night in the bottom of the fourth inning—Henderson County held a 1-0 lead.
Owensboro Catholic’s Aubrey Randolph and Michael Robertson represented the Kentucky Senior All-Stars as the team swept Indiana in a two-game series by overcoming a 12-point deficit in the first game and winning in double overtime in the second.
Robertson said his experience learning under Coach Donna Moir will help him as he serves as the Associate Head Coach & head coach of the Junior team next season.
Youth Basketball Camp By Breakthrough Basketball
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Owensboro Convention Center — Check website for registration cost — Focus on skills like scoring moves and ball handling in a fun camp setting.
Youth Basketball Camp by Breakthrough Basketball
9 AM – 3 PM — Owensboro Convention Center — Registration required — Improve your basketball skills with focused training and personalized coaching in a fun environment.
Strides4CMV - Running for Ruth
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Joe Ford Nature Center — Registration fee applies — Participate in a meaningful run honoring Ruth and raising awareness for congenital CMV.
Backyard Chickens Workshop in Owensboro
9 PM — Owensboro Dugan Best Rec Center — Free entry — Discover the joys of backyard chickens in a serene neighborhood setting.
ROMP Festival Featuring The Dillards
8 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. — Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum — Tickets required — Celebrate 22 years of bluegrass music in a picturesque setting at the ROMP Festival.
Daviess County Fireworks Show
Evening hours — Yellow Creek Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular fireworks display from a new vantage point for better views.
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