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Owensboro
Saturday, June 28th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Senior centers across the Green River Area Development District region earned Veteran-Friendly certification after completing a training session hosted by the Department for Aging and Independent Living with support from the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs—this recognition will help veterans and their families access local services more easily. Kentucky is the first state to launch the program, marking a significant advancement in community support for veterans. The Owensboro Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Police Department reported that five people were arrested on Friday after search warrants at two Thornton Avenue homes led to the seizure of large amounts of drugs, 13 rifles, cash & other items linked to a drug trafficking investigation. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Deputies responded to a fatal shooting on Thursday night near Saint Anthony Road off U.S. Highway 431 in Brown’s Valley when 57-year-old Darrin Ray Carter shot a man in the chest at close range—investigators noted the victim did not live at the home, was taken to Owensboro Health Regional Hospital where he later died, and Carter now faces manslaughter and other charges. 44 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Campers and event crew moved into ROMP on June 27 to begin four days of bluegrass music and fun — the event will run until July 1 — and attract local music fans. The Owensboro Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Owensboro Innovation Academy partnered with Western Academy to offer hands-on drone and coding training at the H.L. Neblett Community Center. Kids learned how to fly drones and explore the tech behind the controls — organizers said the event promoted STEM learning for local students. The Owensboro Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro locals can beat the heat this summer by enjoying ice cream from a mix of classic and new spots; Big Dipper and Lic’s Deli serve timeless treats while Ritzy’s and Toad Hop Creamery offer handcrafted flavors—each scoop promises a refreshing taste of summer. WOMI Owensboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A softball team from Daviess and nearby counties won the District 1 Championship in Bowling Green by scoring 40 runs and keeping their opponents scoreless + they will travel on July 4 to compete at the state championship in Ashland with a chance to move on to the Super Regionals and eventually play in the Little League Softball World Series on ESPN. WOMI Owensboro
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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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