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Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky State Police are increasing patrols this week to help keep roads safe during Thanksgiving weekend by urging drivers to stay sober and follow safety guidelines—planning ahead if drinking, wearing seat belts, and reporting unsafe drivers. 14 News
- ➤ The City of Owensboro announced that Dallas Ave will close today at North York St for a Publix grocery store project—road crews will reopen it for the weekend before closing it again on Monday with a flagger managing traffic. 44 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Evan Hampton, a senior football star and Vanderbilt commit, surpassed defensive coordinator Drew Hall’s rushing record by reaching 4,885 yards after setting a new school record with 326 yards in a game last Friday—his achievement comes as his team prepares for tonight’s semi-finals—while he continues to lead Owensboro football history. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The American Junior Golf Association will return to the Owensboro Country Club from April 29 to May 3 for the Visit Owensboro Junior Championship for the fourth year in a row. Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
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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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