Good morning, Owensboro.

Today, the annual First Responders BBQ hosted by Wendell Foster and Chamber Young Professionals is taking place at Wendell Foster’s Sensory Park to honor Owensboro and Daviess County first responders with free lunch, ice cream, yard games, music — provided by Blue Line Entertainment — and door prizes. The event runs from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Peaches is a playful pit mix who is ready for a new home at It Takes a Village in Owensboro.

This not-quite-one-year-old pup loves outdoor adventures & gets along with kids, cats, and other dogs.

A new guide lists yard, garage and estate sales this weekend in the Tri-State area, with events running Friday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturday at locations in Owensboro—such as the sale at 4532 Lake Forest Dr—and in nearby towns including Morning Pointe, Henderson and Newburgh.

The Kentucky Farm Succession Seminar is set for next Wednesday (July 24) at the Owensboro Convention Center to help farmers learn business management skills.

A panel of experts will discuss farm transitions (officials say farmland is rapidly sold and developed due to unclear succession plans).

Owensboro and Daviess County have a long tradition of serving mutton at barbecues because records show that more sheep than cattle were raised in the 1860s and the meat now costs about $14.95 per pound—much higher than beef—making it a prized delicacy at select local restaurants.

This regional specialty has been a favorite for generations and continues to draw enthusiasts.

Encore Musicals presents Legally Blonde: The Musical at RiverPark Center today at 7 p.m.—additional shows will run on Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m., featuring catchy music and dynamic choreography based on the hit film.

After a semi-truck hit the Carter Road Bridge over Wendell Ford Expressway, crews evaluated the damage and will post signs Thursday as they prepare for repair work that starts Monday.

The project—causing lane closures on Westbound US 60 and Carter Road—is set to finish by September.

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.

Docker with Kubernetes Administration Training/Class

Mon-Fri — Golden Hour Training — $2490 — Hands-on, expert-led DevOps courses in Owensboro.

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.

ERNEST Concert

6:00-8:15 p.m. — Owensboro Sportscenter — Ticketed event — Experience the dynamic sounds of ERNEST and supporting acts featuring a blend of country and Americana vibes.