Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
Good morning, Owensboro.
🏘️ Community
Reagan Durham, a 5th grade student from Owensboro, made 15,000 shots over summer break and raised more than $5,000 for three charities by practicing early mornings, late nights, and on vacation.
Her fundraiser remains open to support Play Like a Girl (promoting girls' sports), Saving Paws Animal Rescue, and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
💼 Business
A new breakfast and lunch food truck, Breakfast Express LLC, made its debut at the Moreland Park car show last weekend and served stuffed pancakes, BLTs, and biscuits and gravy — pleasing local residents.
Owner Anna said she will update the menu with crowd favorites and continue serving quick meals.
📰 Economy
The City of Owensboro and the GOEDC signed a purchase agreement in June for the 121-acre Massie Property—poised to be the largest publicly controlled industrial site in the area.
The agreement will go to the Board of Commissioners for approval on Tuesday and covers land north of West Parrish Avenue and west of the U.S. 60 Bypass.
🎓 Education
Hager Preschool earned a five-star honor from the Kentucky Board of Education — the highest rating given by Kentucky All Stars — for its early childhood program.
Registration for new students remains open at Owensboro Public Schools.
🏛️ Government
The Owensboro Board of Commissioners adopted revised sidewalk policies on Tuesday to lower repair costs and speed up fixes by having the city use its own contractor instead of residents hiring one.
City Manager Nate Pagan said the new plan lets the Sidewalk Committee set cost shares each year—potentially making repairs easier for homeowners.
🎉 Owensboro Events
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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.
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.
🏠 Owensboro Real Estate
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