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Owensboro
Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Convention Center won a national award from ConventionSouth by beating 502 venues from 16 states. The center is known for hosting major events downtown Owensboro—making it a top choice for meeting planners. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Local groups like The Center and Feeding Owensboro share schedules for food banks and hot meals while Blessing Boxes—small cabinets stocked with nonperishable food and hygiene items—help families in need; community members are encouraged to donate extra supplies to support their neighbors. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Owensboro Community and Technical College is hosting a Salem Witch Trial exhibit and cat adoption to bring a positive twist to dark history—students in a class on colonial New England organized the exhibit and partnered with It Takes a Village so cats can find new homes. The exhibit runs through Halloween at the college library. 14 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CheapInsurance.com compiled a list of Owensboro’s cheapest gas stations using data from Gas Buddy—this helps residents quickly compare prices when choosing where to refill. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A recent music census by the Greater Owensboro Music Commission shows that local music generates over $11 million in annual income, with 22% of household income linked to music. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Public Schools has received a $500K federal grant to upgrade radio communications, improve bus navigation, and install additional security cameras at select schools—steps aimed at boosting student safety. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
- ➤ More than 1,000 students from Kentucky will gather at Daviess County High School as 12 high school marching bands compete in the Class 4A semi-finals for one of six spots to advance to state championships—teams that advance will travel to Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green for championship performances starting at 8 p.m. TriStateHomepage.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County and Owensboro have halted applications for group homes such as rehabilitation centers and transitional housing in a one-year pause to address rising homelessness concerns. Commissioner Larry Condor said the moratorium aims to prevent shelters from overloading and that he will meet with local groups to find further solutions. TriStateHomepage.com
- ➤ The Daviess County Parks & Recreation Working Committee recommended adding a new barn at Pioneer Village at Yellow Creek Park, extending park hours seasonally and revising shelter rental times. The proposals now go to Judge-Executive Charlie Castlen—if approved they could be considered by Fiscal Court as soon as next month. The Owensboro Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blake Edge, CEO at Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Kentucky, spoke Thursday in his office to explain how the organization supports local patients and families with compassionate end-of-life care. He emphasized that the hospice offers clear, accessible services—helping provide comfort and relief during difficult times. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
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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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