Good morning, Owensboro.

Owensboro is set to host its inaugural Brewbeque this October with some proceeds benefiting RiverPark Center's arts education & student access programs.

The Cottage has moved its Pumpkin & Pickle Festival to Sept.

26-27, with vendor registration open for local artisans and food vendors. The two-day event will run from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and offer fall-themed food, shopping, live entertainment, and family activities in Owensboro.

Hockey Heroes will hold its second annual 5K Run/Walk on Aug.

29 at Yellow Creek Park to raise funds that cover costly hockey gear for all abilities. Registration is $25 and proceeds help families with equipment needs — boosting local sports inclusion.

Pizza Week will run September 11 — 19 as local restaurants offer exclusive pizza creations for customers to sample and vote on.

Restaurant registration is open and more details will be shared shortly in a comprehensive dining guide.

Rock N’ Roll Sushi at 3750 Frederica Street stays open under new ownership as Jason Holloman retains staff & adds 10-15 new hires while expanding the menu with hibachi, ramen, and fried rolls.

The restaurant will keep its hours and strengthen community ties.

The Opportunity Center of Owensboro helps students with disabilities build vital job skills through free vocational training and hands-on learning.

Representatives will join the WBKR Yard Party on Aug. 28 (10-2) and host a fair at the Center on Sept. 16 (10-1) to guide interested applicants.

Candace Olusola, an Owensboro-raised coach, will host Live Free! at Kentucky Wesleyan College on Sept.

5-6 — an interactive event with small-group talks and activities about faith, mental health and creative living. The event welcomes adults of all beliefs.

Owensboro Catholic's Aces soccer team beat Muhlenberg County 2-1 today, with Hardesty and Jurtz scoring and other teammates contributing assists (Danner and Self) to secure the win.

Head Coach Andy Donohoe said the team maintained quality through a late challenge.

Apollo's E-Gals volleyball team swept Owensboro Catholic 3-0 in the opening round of district play (showing strong effort despite injuries).

The team will host the Apollo Summer Slam this weekend while Owensboro Catholic prepares to play in South Warren on Thursday.

Over the weekend, the Gold Rush golf tournament at Windridge Country Club saw over 80 competitors, with Jarrod Malone winning the open division with a score of 134 and Bill Rogers winning the seniors division with a score of 147.