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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Daviess County Public Library will host an open-air craft fair in Reading Garden on September 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.—local artisans must apply for vendor booths starting this Saturday with applications accepted through August 17, and all items must be handcrafted. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Dannheiser Fund for Kids helped nearly 250 children get new back-to-school shoes — six-year-old Kylan Toliver put his new shoes on as soon as he picked them out. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
- ➤ Northwest Neighborhood Alliance will host the fourth annual Groovin’ on the Green on Sept. 20 on the front lawn of the Owensboro Convention Center from 5-10 p.m., featuring performances by R&B singer Gary “Lil G” Jenkins, jazz trumpeter Lin Rountree and Louisville’s Sheryl Rouse Band. The free event will also include food trucks, local vendors and health booths provided by Owensboro Health—organizers plan to expand it into a full weekend with additional educational components and a health fair in the future. The Owensboro Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Shortly before midnight on Thursday, a man was shot in his leg during a robbery at his home on the 4200 block of Hawthorne Drive after three unidentified men exited a vehicle and demanded his backpack—he was taken to a local hospital as police continue their investigation. TriStateHomepage.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro-Daviess County Metropolitan Planning Organization amended its TIP to fund a study that will check if a new interchange on I-165 is needed—supported by $200,000 in state and federal grants nearly covering the local match. Officials approved the change after a 15-day public comment period, though no timeline has been set for the study’s completion. The Owensboro Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ John Mark Tyler opened The Farmacy in Philpot today—this Christ-centered clinic blends chiropractic care, functional medicine and personalized wellness plans to serve families. Tyler, who returned to Owensboro in 2011, said the family-run practice builds on his long-standing relationship with the community. The Owensboro Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ In late July, a local gardener in Owensboro saw his tall tomato plants grow many leaves but no fruit as too much nitrogen spurred leafy growth — he will adjust his fertilizer and prune to help the plants focus on producing ripe tomatoes this season. WOMI Owensboro
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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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