Good morning, Owensboro.

On Tuesday afternoon, the Daviess County Fiscal Court held a ribbon cutting for a new picnic shelter at Yellow Creek Park, which is located near the fishing pond, spray park and pickleball courts (a new restroom and further improvements will be completed later this year).

Fastek Services, LLC from Owensboro earned a spot on Inc. magazine’s annual list of fastest-growing companies at rank 3790—its 199% revenue growth over the past three years marking one of the few local companies on the list.

The firm provides IT and cybersecurity services to clients across more than 20 states.

Daviess County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 47-year-old Owensboro man Tuesday morning after he fled Owensboro Regional Recovery and was later found hiding on Carlton Drive—he swallowed an unknown white powder when officers tried to take him into custody and now faces charges for drug possession, burglary and probation violation.

An Owensboro man was arrested after hiding in the woods following a disturbance at Owensboro Regional Recovery on Veach Road Monday — he later swallowed a white powder when officers found him on Carlton Drive and now faces charges for drug possession, burglary, and a parole violation.

Owensboro Catholic Schools welcomed students back to class Tuesday as they began a 75-year anniversary of service—an alumni lunch is set for Friday after mass at Owensboro Catholic High School.

Owensboro’s 14u tennis team won the Junior Team Tennis State Championship for the fourth straight year by beating teams from Bowling Green, Lexington, and Louisville in pool play and the championship match—ending their season as they elected not to attend sectionals.

Josh Merritt Live at RiverPark Center

6-10 p.m. — RiverPark Center — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt bluegrass music from Kentucky's own Josh Merritt.

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.

Forever a Difference Maker Gala & Auction

5:30 p.m. — Owensboro Convention Center — Ticket purchase required — An elegant evening featuring auctions, dinner, and honoring local Difference Makers supporting people with disabilities.

Fall Market at Preservation Station

10 AM – 5 PM — Preservation Station — Free entry — Immerse in autumn vibes with local artisans and vintage treasures at this unique market.

Jason Carter Band Concert

7-10 p.m. — Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum — $20-25 — Experience the award-winning fiddler from the Del McCoury Band in a night of exceptional bluegrass music.