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Owensboro
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Officials announced that Malibu Jack’s will transform part of the former Towne Square Mall in Owensboro into one of the largest all-indoor theme parks in the region—featuring a go kart track, laser tag arena, bowling, spinning coaster, miniature golf, bumper cars, 4D motion theatre, arcade games and a fun casual restaurant. TSM Holdings LLC received $2 million in tax incentives under the Kentucky Tourism Development Act and construction begins immediately. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ New retail developments will add Boot Barn, Buckle, Old Navy, Carter's, and Publix to Gateway Commons on Hwy 54, with stores expected to open between the end of 2025 and 2026 — a preview from developers Gulfstream Commercial Services shows a new shopping center layout. WOMI Owensboro
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County officials are moving ahead with a $40 million expansion of the detention center — the project will add about 125 beds, expand the main building to over 100,000 square feet, and address efficiency and code issues while keeping the jail operational, with work set to take 2.5 to 3 years. The Owensboro Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wendell Foster is hosting the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new Aquatic Center today from noon to 2 p.m. at Lathan Outpatient Therapy Facility—set to offer year-round aquatic therapy for individuals with disabilities in our community. 14 News
- ➤ The Opportunity Center of Owensboro will host a Health & Wellness Resource Fair on Wednesday, September 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—attendees including those with disabilities and their support networks can use free health screenings, mental health resources, financial education tools, and group activities to boost their well-being. 14 News
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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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Billy Strings & Bryan Sutton Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum — Ticket lottery — Enjoy a night of soul-stirring music and celebrate the release of a new album from Grammy winners Billy Strings and Bryan Sutton.
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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.
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