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Owensboro
Sunday, September 7th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Daviess County Fire Department hosted its 12th Christmas Wish Golf Scramble on Friday morning at Ben Hawes Golf Course—drawing a sold-out field of teams and sponsors—to raise funds for the local Christmas Wish program. Firefighter Will McCrady said the event showed local generosity and gave firefighters a chance to connect with the community. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Local veteran Brian Basham launched the Country Roots Morning Show on WBIO 94.7 today, fulfilling a childhood dream as he steps behind the mic to air classic country hits + community segments and lighthearted features like the Farm Yard Forecast, with the show running weekdays from 6-9 a.m. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Independence Bank launched its second annual Day of Good on Friday evening in Owensboro to support Special Olympics Kentucky’s state softball tournament and local projects. The bank said volunteer work will continue for six weeks—major events are set for September 20 and a final project is planned in Lexington on October 18. The Owensboro Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sisters Andrea Hall and Lisa Spicer launched The Mock Dock in Owensboro to serve fresh, colorful mocktails from a trailer they bought earlier this year, filling a gap where events usually offer only soda, water, or alcohol. They plan to serve at weekends and in neighborhoods like Lanewood and Deer Valley—while testing new recipes for fall and winter drinks. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Emergency Management Agency recommended a voluntary shelter in place for residents after a massive chemical fire erupted in Newburgh, Indiana—air quality readings and pending confirmation from the Kentucky Division of Air Quality led officials to keep the order in effect. The Owensboro Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Special Olympics Kentucky held its state softball tournament today at Jack C. Fisher park in Owensboro where over 500 athletes competed in 10 divisions + 40 teams participated, including five from Owensboro. Two teams will join the Skills Competition and the final day of games starts tomorrow at 9 a.m. with the last game at 11:30 a.m. 14 News
- ➤ Owensboro Catholic won the All-A Regional with 2-0 wins over Hancock County and Trinity — 25-17, 25-9 and 25-17, 25-20 respectively — to improve its record to 9-3. Daviess County finished its tripleheader 2-1 with wins against Southwestern and Christian County and a loss to Adair County. The Owensboro Times
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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.
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Daviess County High School Fall Spectacular
5:30 PM — Daviess County High School — Free entry — Celebrate fall with live performances and senior recognition at this community event.
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Financial Excellence for Nonprofits
1-6 p.m. — 3300 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY — Free entry — Gain practical skills and insights for managing nonprofit finances effectively.
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Orchard Music Fest
2-10 p.m. — Reid's Orchard — Enjoy a day filled with live local music, delicious food, and refreshing drinks.
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