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Owensboro
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity Owensboro-Daviess County announced it received a $7,200 grant from the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels to replace its aging HVAC system at its main office (the program awarded $2.5 million to 333 nonprofits, helping more than 4 million Kentuckians build affordable homes). 44 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Last weekend, attendees at OMG!Con 2025 gathered in downtown Owensboro and at the Convention Center for a three-day pop culture event—enjoying detailed cosplays, panels, workshops, and contests that showcased a welcoming spirit. Fans of all ages filled the event with art, games, and community exhibits that celebrated their shared love for movies, video games, and more. WOMI Owensboro
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews are closing part of KY 140 between KY 1207 and U.S. 43 today at 8 a.m. to replace a culvert filled with runoff from heavy rain—officials say the road will reopen Wednesday morning. 14 News
- ➤ Brian Quattrocchi, who has served as a public defender — worked for Kentucky Legal Aid and been a prosecutor with the Commonwealth's Attorney's office — will become the county's next District Court judge. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ BC Wood Properties acquired Wesleyan Park Plaza from the Hocker family on Frederica Street in Owensboro, ending over 60 years of family ownership since its 1964 opening—local retailers and tenants, including an area property now belonging to BridgePointe Church, may benefit from forthcoming upgrades as the new owner plans future investments. The Owensboro Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 9-day Hemmings Great Race stops in Owensboro today when 120 antique automobiles line up on Veterans Boulevard at about 4:30 p.m.—residents can also enjoy food trucks and live music at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame as drivers prepare to leave on Wednesday morning. TriStateHomepage.com
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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.
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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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Legally Blonde Musical Performance
1:30-3 p.m. — RiverPark Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant energy of Legally Blonde - The Musical live on stage.
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Docker with Kubernetes Administration Training/Class
Mon-Fri — Golden Hour Training — $2490 — Hands-on, expert-led DevOps courses in Owensboro.
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Universal Clown Summit & Reunion
All day — Owensboro Convention Center — Check website for pricing — Celebrate clowning as an art form with fellow performers in a joyful atmosphere.
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