Good morning, Owensboro.

The Women's Guild of Owensboro announced the 2026 grant awards today, naming 14 local nonprofits that support the health and well-being of women and children.

Signature Hillcrest in Owensboro is asking Kentuckians to send postcards to Navy veteran Dempsey (send to 3740 Old Hartford Road) as part of a project where residents choose a state and share video requests on Facebook.

The Northwest Neighborhood Alliance will host Holiday Haul at the Convention Center on Dec.

5 - a Christmas-themed craft show with local vendors, live music and a sip and paint session. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and costs $2 for admission.

Max Miller’s dog Filbert barked on cue in a viral TikTok that has nearly 5 million views.

The lighthearted moment has brought smiles to locals as Owensboro residents share the clip + enjoy a touch of hometown fame.

Owensboro craftsman Jim Barr, who retired from construction in 2019, now creates detailed wood relief sculptures using digital design + CNC machining before adding intricate handwork; his work celebrates a lifelong blend of art, faith, and building as he recently finished a third term as president of the Owensboro Art Guild.

Bachelor Santa, filmed entirely in Owensboro, will stream on MoviVault starting Dec.

1 (subscription details are pending) as the new platform debuts local stories and films. The movie had a strong local premiere and is one of the first offerings on the service.

Incumbent Payne faces challenger King for the contested Daviess County Board of Education seat this year as both emphasize their strong ties with the local school district.

Indivisible Owensboro will host a No Kings Rally on Saturday, Oct.

17 (from 1 to 4 p.m.) on the Daviess County Courthouse lawn at 220 St. Ann St. to encourage local voter participation.