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Owensboro
Sunday, November 16th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Owensboro is set to host its Hometown Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5 p.m. on November 21 to kick off a series of festive events downtown. City officials said the celebration will feature new light displays—such as synchronized lighting on the Owensboro Bridge and Veterans Boulevard—and returning favorites like Energy on Ice, Breakfast with Santa and the Holiday Stroll. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Local organizations will host events during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week to raise awareness about poverty, hunger and housing challenges in Owensboro. The events include a roundtable at the Logsdon Center on Monday, a renters session at the H.L. Neblett Center and a panel discussion at Blandford Hall on Tuesday—aimed at boosting public support for long-term solutions. The Owensboro Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Old Navy opened its new over 10,000 square foot store at Gateway Commons West on Saturday as customers lined up outside during the grand opening, marking the brand's growing presence in the area. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol opened its national tour yesterday at RiverPark Center at 7 p.m., when the holiday musical—blending bluegrass, folk, and gospel with a Depression-era twist on A Christmas Carol—took the stage in Owensboro. Cast members remained in town until Tuesday before the production moved on to the next stop on its 27-stop run. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Fire Department's 2025 recruit class graduated on November 15 after finishing an 11-week course in firefighting — search and rescue — emergency medical care that trained them for protecting our community. 14 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ 1047 Hill Avenue in Mayfair Square is a home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and 3504 square feet and features a main floor suite that has a large bedroom and spa like bath—its HOA covers upkeep and a new roof was installed in 2025. The listing is sponsored by German American Bank and private showings will be set soon. The Owensboro Times
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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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Bachelor Santa Premiere
7-8:30 p.m. — RiverPark Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate the magic of Christmas with the world premiere of a heartwarming holiday film shot in Owensboro.
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Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas
7-9 p.m. — Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Christmas with Ricky Skaggs and his band's heartwarming acoustic renditions of holiday classics.
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11th Annual 5K Reindeer Run/Walk
8 a.m. — Smothers Park — $30-$40 registration — A festive 5K run/walk with fundraising opportunities, holiday fun, and a special race for kids.
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