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Owensboro
Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County launched 'Owensboro Builds Hope'—a campaign that invites individuals, businesses, and community groups to donate or sponsor a home on Giving Tuesday, December 2nd to support local families in need of safe, affordable housing. Early donations have begun online to help build houses and hope. 44 News
- ➤ John Rudy from the city grounds department cleared leaves from sidewalks at Smothers Park on Tuesday — the park will host the Hometown Christmas kickoff this weekend — as officials prepare for festive community activities. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
- ➤ The Owensboro Flea Market will return to the Convention Center on December 5th to offer unique, secondhand treasures for Christmas shopping. Admission is $2 for adults—kids enter free and parking is available at no cost. WOMI Owensboro
- ➤ St. Benedict’s Shelter is launching its annual Bed Sponsorship Campaign to mark 20 years of service in Owensboro—residents, churches, and businesses are invited to sponsor a bed for $500 to help people move from crisis to stability—donations will also support the Nehemiah Initiative set to begin in January. 44 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fiddler Parker Malone and his teacher Randy Lanham from Owensboro will perform at the White House Christmas Open House in December. They will present a two-hour volunteer set—sharing their Bluegrass music with audiences who appreciate live tunes. TriStateHomepage.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County Public Schools reviewed the proposed 2026-27 calendar that starts with staff on Aug. 5 and students on Aug. 6, adding a flex professional development day on Sept. 4 with several four-day weekends plus detailed holiday breaks; Owensboro Public Schools will consider a similar plan at its board meeting on Nov. 20. The Owensboro Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Board of Commissioners revealed the 37th official City of Owensboro Christmas card—titled BLUEgrass Christmas—during a meeting on Tuesday, and local artist Aaron Kizer designed it; the card will be sold for $2 at City Hall soon as officials plan to update social media once it is in stock. TriStateHomepage.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Diamond Lanes Midtown today, Daviess County defeated Ohio County 6-1 as Jaxson Unsel posted games of 266 and 217—a key performance that helped secure the win. 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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Voice’s of Anderson’s: A Christmas Bazaar
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Owensboro Museum of Science and History — $5 admission — Experience holiday cheer with local vendors, theatrical vignettes, and festive treats.
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