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Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ GRADSA will host its 28th Annual Buddy Walk on October 25th—starting with a 5K run from downtown Owensboro to Moreland Park and back—and then hold a local party featuring a silent auction, face painting and a petting zoo. The event supports Down Syndrome Awareness Month—bringing together families and supporters—to raise funds for essential programs. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ The 4th Annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Contest will take place this Saturday at the battlefield in Sacramento—where costumed dogs can enter with a donation that supports the McLean County Animal Shelter. Organizers, led by Natalie Hardin, explained that judges will award prizes for categories such as funniest and scariest costumes. WOMI Owensboro
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Area World Affairs Council celebrated 20 years at a recent reception and lecture on the WKU-Owensboro campus — the event featured Professor Matt Alschbach’s talk on global witchcraft histories and demonstrated the group’s shift to offering remote participation for busy families. The council now plans to attract younger members and is running a membership drive through the end of October with annual dues of $25. The Owensboro Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Health Regional Hospital earned the EPA Energy Star certification today, marking its sixth straight year of showing top energy efficiency—achieving a score of 77 and saving over $5 million in utility costs through a 26 percent reduction in energy use. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Beshear announced on Monday that Kentucky will use $9.1 million from unused state funds to keep the Senior Meals program running after local agencies ran out of funds amid the federal shutdown. The state will support this month’s meal services—though funding for December remains uncertain until federal money resumes. WDRB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jody’s Inc. issued a nationwide recall of Cabot Creamery Sea Salt Caramel Cheddar Popcorn due to undeclared peanuts that pose a life-threatening risk—shipments reached Kentucky retail stores after being sent on July 23—and consumers are advised to return or discard the product. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Today, Owensboro launches Walk Owensboro to help neighbors form walking groups in local parks and boost fitness, with a kickoff event at Moreland Park from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.—offering a scavenger hunt, free food and family activities. TriStateHomepage.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The UK Cooperative Extension Office shared a Cheesy Pumpkin Pasta Bake recipe today in its weekly 'What's Cookin'?' segment—costing an estimated $13.09 for 8 servings, the dish offers a budget-friendly fall meal option. WOMI Owensboro
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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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Southern Accents - Tribute to Tom Petty
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Cannon Hall — Cost info not provided — Experience the ultimate Tom Petty tribute with Southern Accents and relive the iconic sounds of the Heartbreakers.
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Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol
7-8:30 p.m. — Cannon Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartwarming reimagining of Scrooge's tale in the festive Smoky Mountains, filled with music and magic.
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Blippi Performance
6-7:30 p.m. — Cannon Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fun-filled theatrical event with Blippi for kids and families.
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