Good morning, Owensboro.

Rev. Frank E. Alexander Sr. is the new pastor at 10th Street Missionary Baptist Church and is focusing on increasing youth involvement to secure the church's long-standing legacy in Owensboro.

He brings decades of ministry experience—including military service and local business leadership—and is warmly embraced by the congregation.

Green River Distilling Co. will debut its oldest bourbon, Toasted Double Oak Bourbon, as part of a limited Distillery Select series at its Owensboro distillery on June 20.

The 8-year-old bourbon, finished for six months in toasted oak barrels, will be sold in 375-ml bottles for $49.99 & include a launch event with tours and tastings.

Nu-Look Cleaners returns to Owensboro today at 3101 Alvey Park Drive East (across from Chick-fil-A on Kentucky 54), reviving a family legacy that dates back over 75 years.

The third-generation business, which once operated here from 1996 to 2003, now offers centralized cleaning and convenient pickup service.

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art is planning celebrations for the nation's 250th anniversary, drawing on its founding in 1977 — a year after the Bicentennial — to highlight its long-standing role in our local cultural scene.

OMG!con celebrates 21 years by showcasing hand-painted renderings of its custom mascots—OMG!guy, OMG!girl, Whalecow and Derp Chicken—at its annual anime, cosplay and gaming event in Owensboro.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced the Glover Cary Bridge, known as the Blue Bridge, will have lane restrictions for its annual inspection from today until Friday, June 19.

Drivers should allow extra travel time as crews work 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday (evening work may occur if weather delays happen).

The Owensboro Bombers have started their season 5-0 with key wins, including a doubleheader sweep (a 10-1 win over Twin Cities Raiders and a 12-1 win over Post 6 Rangers).

The team enters a two-day break before hosting Evansville Pate Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. CDT.

Owensboro native Zach Hedges won the Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event last Monday at Kentucky-Barkley Lakes by reeling in a three-bass limit of 13 pounds, 1 ounce — he plans to compete on June 20th in the Old Hickory Lake Tournament and aims to qualify for regional events.

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.