Good morning, Owensboro.

Homelessness is rising nationally and in Kentucky, and Owensboro is reported to have between 80 and 120 individuals counted in the annual Point-in-Time survey.

Local leaders and service providers say that shortages of affordable housing—along with hidden populations not captured in counts—demand urgent community help.

Owensboro will host the International Clown Conference from July 24 to 27—this private event will bring performers from five countries for workshops, shows, and visits to local sites while allowing locals and media to catch glimpses of the fun.

Owensboro has received an $84,303 federal grant to boost its urban tree canopy in underserved neighborhoods.

The Parks and Recreation and Public Works departments will plant 150 trees at 10 parks—beginning this fall and continuing through 2026 to help improve air quality and manage stormwater runoff.

The Daviess County Little League Fastpitch 12U softball team won its district and state tournaments and now heads to regionals starting Monday at noon in Whitestown, Indiana (the double-elimination tournament features teams from nine states and a win will earn a spot at the Little League Softball World Series from August 3-8).

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.