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Owensboro
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dwayne White, owner of Jamaican Yard Vibes, spoke with his family in Jamaica as they brace for Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm expected to hit tonight with strong winds and power outages already affecting the island. Local officials and residents urge everyone to stay indoors and move to higher ground—White, who has endured major hurricanes before, calls for prayers as the storm nears. 44 News
- ➤ Green River Area Development District will host its 16th annual Community Blood Drive on Thursday where donors will receive a free mini physical screening that checks cholesterol, infectious diseases, blood type and liver enzymes, and a free long-sleeved Halloween T-shirt; all donors must meet eligibility requirements (at least 17 years old or 16 with parental consent and weighing at least 115 pounds with a medication check). 14 News
- ➤ This weekend, The Lot on East 4th Street will host the Vintage Vibes Market—featuring food trucks, music, and local vendors selling vintage decor, books, clothes, and art for treasure hunters. WOMI Owensboro
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Owensboro Music Commission met Monday to review the region’s first music census and decide on key steps to boost the local music scene (about 15 community members attended). Don Pitts led the session and his firm will soon analyze the rankings to deliver final recommendations for enhancing opportunities across all genres. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ On Sunday, October 26th, The Cottage hosted its Pumpkin & Pickle Festival at 6869 Kentucky Highway 56—craft and food vendors lined the front yard and the event drew a crowd of local visitors. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky Wesleyan College faculty voted to shift from a three credit hour structure to a new four credit hour model starting in fall 2027; the system will let students focus on deeper engagement and hands-on learning by taking fewer courses each semester—officials said the change is meant to simplify academic planning and build the core skills employers seek. TriStateHomepage.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County officials paused acceptance of new group living center applications for one year to tackle rising homelessness and drug addiction concerns, as many centers are used by non-residents for temporary shelter—officials plan to review accountability measures to ease the strain on local resources as winter approaches. This policy pause does not close existing centers but aims to ensure that rehabilitation programs serve those committed to recovery. 14 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Jim Gilles from Hill View Farms has shared a Kentucky Proud baked ravioli recipe that uses quality ingredients to warm up a gloomy day. The recipe calls for browning ground chuck with onions and garlic, then layering ravioli with marinara, ricotta, mozzarella and seasonings in a 9x13 dish before baking until the cheese bubbles—making it an easy meal to enjoy and reheat. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Today is National Black Cat Day and a local animal advocate explained seven reasons why black cats make loyal pets—urging community members to consider adopting these often-overlooked animals from local shelters. The advocate said that giving a forever home to a black cat can change both a pet’s life and a family’s day. WOMI Owensboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Apollo beat Trinity from Whitesville 3-0 with set scores of 25-11, 25-17, and 25-14 in the opening round of the 3rd Region Tournament—marking their first appearance since 2091. The team will rest today before facing Breckinridge County at 5:30 p.m. in the semifinals. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ William Howard from Knottsville won $10,000 for home renovations after he threw a football into the R and B Roofing logo during halftime at a Louisville game on Saturday—his family tailgate practice helped him get ready as the Cardinals won 38—24 and reached bowl eligibility. WOMI Owensboro
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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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Postmodern Jukebox: MAGIC, MOONLIGHT & MISTLETOE Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Cannon Hall — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with a vintage music performance featuring genre-twisting covers of pop hits and classic holiday songs.
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