Monday, November 18th, 2024
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Wendell Foster Center in Owensboro is hosting a free event called Close-Ups with the Clauses for families to take pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ Windy Hollow Biscuit House, a family-owned restaurant in Daviess County, enriches the community by offering home-cooked meals and hosting local groups, with special events for Thanksgiving and veterans. The Owensboro Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ AMTEC, based at OCTC, receives a $642,949 NSF grant for the AI3 initiative to train 100 U.S. educators in Industry 4.0 technologies, addressing the skilled labor shortage in manufacturing. The Owensboro Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro's Jamaican Yard Vibes, the area's sole Caribbean and Jamaican restaurant, introduces a food truck to extend its reach across the tri-state area, serving popular dishes like jerk chicken and curry shrimp at various events and locations. The Owensboro Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The inaugural RYR Endurance Race Weekend at Horse Fork Creek Park attracted nearly 130 runners from Kentucky and beyond. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
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Close-Ups with Santa and Mrs. Claus
Experience a delightful community event featuring portraits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, along with complimentary refreshments and activities for all ages.
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Holiday Hustle 5K Race
Experience the joy of the season with a timed 5K race that supports CASA of Ohio Valley, finishing just in time for Small Business Saturday.
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Candy Cane Hunt and Christmas Celebration
This family-friendly event features a candy cane hunt, a visit with Santa Claus, and live music within the festive setting of Jim Lambert Pioneer Village at Yellow Creek Park.
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ODT's German American Bank Nutcracker Performance
Experience the enchanting adaptation of 'The German American Bank Nutcracker' featuring over 200 cast members and stunning digital backdrops that bring E.T.A. Hoffmann's classic tale to life.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas Performance
Experience the heartwarming holiday classic 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' in Owensboro, KY at the RiverPark Center.
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Owensboro Symphony: Home for the Holidays Concert
Experience a festive evening with Tony-nominated singer Liz Callaway, the Owensboro Symphony, and various orchestral groups as they celebrate the holiday season.
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Harlem Globetrotters World Tour
The Original Harlem Globetrotters will showcase their extraordinary basketball skills and engaging entertainment during their action-packed World Tour.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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