Good morning, Owensboro.

The Owensboro-Daviess County senior center delayed its opening to Oct.26 (originally slated for Oct.19) to complete construction at 3001 W.

Second St. while a Senior Class meeting on Oct.20 and Brunch and Guided Painting at the Botanical Garden will take place as scheduled.

A local couple opened a Paw Pantry to provide free pet food and supplies for animal owners in need.

The pantry includes a microchip scanner to help reunite lost pets (supplies are shared as needed).

Local outdoor shops report rising business as hunters prepare for fall hunting seasons and cooler weather draws fair-weather hunters.

Early muzzleloader deer season will begin tomorrow, Oct. 17-18, followed by modern gun and turkey seasons, offering opportunities for deer, turkey & small game.

From Oct. 15–18, residents in Owensboro and nearby can enjoy a variety of yard sales, fall festivals and free family events, featuring carnival rides, trunk or treat and live music at local venues across the Tri-State.

Habitat for Humanity Owensboro-Daviess County and the H.L.

Neblett Center will host a community cleanup at Kendall-Perkins Park on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteers will collect loose trash—bottles, cans and wrappers—while excluding bulk items like furniture and appliances.

Owensboro's Max Byrne was named Donatos' General Manager of the Year today.

Byrne, who started working at the restaurant at age 14 and manages the location at 2601 W. Parrish Ave, credits his team & community support for his achievement and their consecutive People's Slice awards.

Local leaders in Owensboro are examining a plan to revive World of Bluegrass, a festival run from 1987 to 1996, and will announce further details as discussions progress.

Hospice of Western Kentucky announced an expansion to Heartford House in Owensboro that will add patient rooms and extra parking to serve more patients as it celebrates its 13th anniversary (since opening in 2013).

Owensboro Convention Center will host Give Cancer the Boot, a fundraiser with music and art to support patients and families at Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.

The event takes place Saturday, Nov. 14 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Today, Apollo volleyball swept Logan County 3-0 (25-21, 25-19, 25-13) after celebrating Avery Gray’s 1,000-dig milestone; Gray led with 22 kills as her team built momentum following a five-day fall break.

Tonight, Daviess County will travel to Meade County after a recent win that boosted their momentum, while Owensboro will face Muhlenberg County following a bye and a three game win streak.

Both teams will focus on ball control and defense as they prepare to execute efficient plays.