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Owensboro
Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The H.L. Neblett Community Center opened a playground for infants and toddlers featuring age-appropriate play structures, soft-surface flooring and shaded areas — designed to ensure safety and support early development. Community leaders hosted a ribbon-cutting event earlier this month and credited IMPACT100 and the Public Life Foundation for making the project possible. The Owensboro Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pinky’s SnowCones and Snacks closed on October 11 in Owensboro’s Baptisttown neighborhood as owner Sheila Crowe ended a 10-year run to focus on her growing catering and homemade dessert line — she plans to sell the trailer and equipment while keeping the property for her family and hopes a buyer will keep the stand in the community. The Owensboro Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Photography Club is showcasing its annual exhibit at Kolok Gallery at KWC’s Ralph Center with a reception and awards presentation at 6:30 p.m. tomorrow—displaying 29 photos by seven local photographers in uniform black frames—and it will be open to the public during college hours through November 5. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Downtown Owensboro welcomes Bloktoberfest today as local businesses offer craft brews, food, and live music beginning at noon—The Pub on Second, Brew Bridge, and Henderson Brewing Co. serve locally brewed drinks while pizza from Mellow Mushroom and bratwursts from Brasher’s Lil’ Nashville add to the festive fall vibe. The Owensboro Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Ignite marriage conference will be held November 15 at Pleasant Valley Community Church in partnership with Grace Marriage and will offer new curriculum with space for up to 200 couples. The half-day event runs from 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—registration will cost $45 per couple and include coffee, snacks, lunch, and limited childcare. The Owensboro Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Panthers beat Meade County 6-0 today as Saw Mu scored a hat trick—pushing the team to face Ohio County tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Hancock Co. Hornets ended a skid of two games with a 47—6 win over the McLean Co. Cougars, marking a strong bounce back at home. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ JaQuar Johnson, a high school football player injured during a game at North Central High School in Farmersburg, is stable and recovering after being airlifted off the field with imaging tests showing no major injury—officials said the game was called late in the third quarter. TriStateHomepage.com
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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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