Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of June.
Good morning, Owensboro.
💼 Business
Chef Javier Cisneros opened Azul Cantina + Grill at 2065 E.
Parrish Ave in Owensboro to fulfill a lifelong dream that began in a small town in Mexico. The restaurant offers authentic Mexican dishes, a full selection of margaritas, and a welcoming space for community connections.
🎭 Culture
The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art will open its KY250 exhibition later this month, featuring rare portraits of Colonel Abraham Owen & his wife and Kentucky artwork seen in private collections.
A free reception is on June 27 from 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. and reenactors appear on June 28.
Custom three-wheel vehicle event Kentucky Bluegrass 3 Wheel Klassic returns to Owensboro on June 19-20.
It begins Friday at Moreland Park with free spectator admission while Saturday at the Owensboro Sportscenter features indoor competitions and vendors with $10 adult entry (children under 12 enter free).
Owensboro-based Sons of Habit reached two career milestones after rocking the crowd at Railbird Music Festival in Lexington and learning of their Grand Ole Opry debut on Aug.
14 + the band is also wrapping up work on its first full-length album recorded in Texas.
🎓 Education
OCTC’s AMTEC and Lowry Controls launched The CUBE Simulator today to help Owensboro educators and students gain hands-on experience in modern manufacturing.
The compact trainer uses hydraulic + pneumatic systems along with a conveyor to bridge the skills gap.
Leadership Owensboro alumni will gather to reconnect and discuss future engagement at a luncheon hosted by the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce at noon on June 16 in the conference room on the third floor of its office (sponsored by German American Bank).
All graduates are encouraged to attend as the event will update current initiatives and support networking.
🏛️ Government
The Shoppes at 3800 Frederica LLC appealed a $67,033 citation from a May 15 inspection for property issues with the former Texas Gas site on Tamarack Road + it remains committed to working with city officials to attract redevelopment opportunities.
🎉 Owensboro Events
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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.
2026 Heritage Hills Quarterback Club Golf Scramble
7 a.m. – 7 p.m. — The Pearl Club — $400/foursome — Enjoy a day of golf while supporting the local football program with prizes and a provided lunch.
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