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Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro food truck fans will get a new option when Black Flame Cartel debuts on Friday, August 8 at Street Eats on Parrish Avenue from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.—owner Nikki won the cart in a 4th of July drawing through Vendors United and plans to offer hot dogs with unique toppings and exotic sausages. WOMI Owensboro
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 62-year-old Owensboro man, Robert Cannon, was arrested Friday during an Internet Crimes Against Children investigation for charges related to child sexual abuse material—he faces two counts for use of a minor under 16 in a sex performance and one count for procuring or promoting the use of a minor by electronic means while further evidence is under review. TriStateHomepage.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southern Living named Owensboro one of the South's top three BBQ towns — a nod to the local joints that serve mutton, brisket, pork and chicken, celebrating a long-standing barbecue tradition. WOMI Owensboro
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The annual Stuff the Bus event is being held at both Owensboro Walmart stores to provide school supplies for local Tri-State students ahead of EVSC classes resuming Monday. School supplies can be dropped off from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. TriStateHomepage.com
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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.
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Josh Merritt Live at RiverPark Center
6-10 p.m. — RiverPark Center — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt bluegrass music from Kentucky's own Josh Merritt.
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Josh Merritt at Lock & Keel
7-11 p.m. — Lock & Keel Pub — Cost info not listed — Experience authentic Kentucky bluegrass with heartfelt stories from artist Josh Merritt.
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