Good morning, Owensboro.

Care Net Owensboro is hosting its 12th annual Reindeer Run on Dec.

5 at Smothers Park to raise funds for free health services. The event will have a children’s dash at 7:30 a.m. (for kids 7 and under) and a 5K Run/Walk at 8 a.m. with a virtual option.

Allison and Wayne McElvain, longtime animal control staff, have launched Paw Pantry to provide pet food and supplies in Daviess County and support local pet owners.

Daily nonstop flights to Washington and Chicago will connect travelers with United’s global network starting tomorrow and Oct.

25 — SkyWest Airlines will operate the new service through United Express at Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport. Passengers book directly with United.

Mannheim Steamroller will bring its long-running Christmas tour to the RiverPark Center on Dec.

16 at 7 p.m. The holiday performance features 15 musicians playing over 20 instruments + multimedia effects for an immersive experience, with tickets available at the box office.

Brittney Dukes, owner of Red Swing Coffee, has published Seed to Sip: Journey of a Coffee Bean, a book that explains coffee’s journey from seed to cup.

She plans to host interactive storytime sessions (and shop tours) at her Breckenridge Street location for young readers.

Two years ago, Krista Thompson and her family launched a cancer fundraiser in honor of the care she received from local providers and the program now helps Owensboro residents access crucial care.

Local golfers competed in the 2026 Leachman Buick-GMC/KHSAA Golf State Championships, where Owensboro Catholic’s Triston Logsdon and Vince Hayden and Daviess County’s Briley Billingsley and Owensboro’s Ryann Kasey took part in the boys and girls tournaments.

Kasey bounced back after a slow start to finish tied for 63rd.

Overcast skies and light winds did not slow 140+ Special Olympics Kentucky athletes as 15 teams competed in the Region 1 Flag Football Tournament at KWC on Sunday, showcasing community teamwork and fun.