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Friday, July 4th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Owensboro will host its All American Fourth of July celebration—public events coordinator Tim Ross previewed planned festivities on Eyewitness News Daybreak on Thursday—and residents can expect a festive day for America’s birthday. TriStateHomepage.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will begin milling KY 140 on Monday at the Daviess-McLean County line and put down new asphalt on about 6.2 miles of roadway. Motorists should expect lane closures with single-lane traffic — controlled by flaggers. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ Indiana law lets a person break a car window to rescue a pet if no other way is available and 911 is called—such rescuers may face repair cost charges. In Illinois only police or animal control may remove an animal from a locked car, while Kentucky is considering a Good Samaritan law for emergency pet rescues. WOMI Owensboro
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ GROOT is a 1-year-old Lab mix who loves fetch, splashing in puddles, and cuddles—he is known for his friendly nature and gentle behavior with kids. It Takes a Village rescue provides thorough veterinary care and invites interested families in Owensboro to apply for adoption. WOMI Owensboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Windy Hollow Speedway will host its annual 'Firecracker 20s' on July 6, where drivers will race in classes including CRUSA Street Stocks, Rusty Bolts, Mini-Stocks, Economies, Bombers, and Crown Vic Ovals for a $1,000 prize in each 20-lap feature—officials say the night will end with a fireworks show for the whole family. 14 News
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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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