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Owensboro
Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new children’s playground has opened at the Neblett Community Center on West 5th Street—featuring a safer rubber surface that replaces old mulch which stained kids’ clothing. City leaders held a ribbon cutting on Thursday, and the project was funded by a grant from Impact 100. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ A new yard sale guide is available for bargain hunters in Owensboro, listing garage, yard and estate sales starting today and running through October 11. The guide shows sale times and featured items — from name brand clothing to household goods and toys — at various local events. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Czech Republic firefighters visited Owensboro as part of an international exchange program that shares new firefighting techniques and training — they will work side-by-side with local fire departments this week. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ Tommy Mason and Hannah Haerle from Eyewitness News interviewed Publicity Chairman Brandon Julian about upcoming Fall Fest Parade details from the West Side Nut Club—information that outlines the event for local families. TriStateHomepage.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian Gilbert Esquivel will headline the Stand-Up For Families benefit show on November 21st at Grand Stable Venue in Philpot—supporting the Daniel Pitino Shelter as local comedians Jeff Jones, Jennifer Richardson, and Forrest Clark open the night with clean humor and refreshments. Tickets are already selling fast as the event aims to help local families in need. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Owensboro will host Happy Hallo-Wine at the Convention Center at 6 p.m. Friday, October 31—featuring a four-course meal with paired cocktails, a costume contest, and door prizes for a 21+ event. WOMI Owensboro
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Audubon Area Community Care Clinic (AACCC) announced a partnership with United Healthcare to bring a mobile mammogram screening service to community members next week. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County’s Panthers and Lady Panthers won the cross-country city county title — the boys edged Apollo by three points and the girls beat Owensboro Catholic by 11 points. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Owensboro Catholic will face Fort Knox tonight at 8 p.m. in a district match, and coach Jason Morris said the team came off their best week of practice. Morris said the Aces will focus on stopping Fort Knox’s key players—especially their fast quarterback and receiver—to strengthen their defense during the game. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Today, the Hornets defeated McLean County 47-6 with a strong run game and defense—Kyle Anderson scored early while Jack Roberts and Brady Eubanks made key plays. The Hornets will host Fort Knox on Oct. 24 and McLean County will play Fort Knox at home next week after Fall Break. The Owensboro Times
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Practical Magic Market
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — The Little Healer — Free entry — Explore whimsical and spooky merchandise at this enchanting themed market.
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Girls Day Out Fall 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Owensboro Convention Center — Free admission — Enjoy a day of shopping with great vendors and exciting door prizes.
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Pumpkin & Pickle Festival
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — The Cottage Farm Stand — Free entry, $5 parking — Explore over 150 vendors, enjoy live entertainment, and relish seasonal delights at this family-friendly festival.
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~ Les Brown
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