Good morning, Owensboro.

Energy on Ice opens today at Kentucky Legend Pier behind the Owensboro Convention Center with a $5 admission that includes skate rental and a $4 group rate for eight or more, and the rink will operate until December 27 with hours on Fridays from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.—visitors can also enjoy hot chocolate and snacks.

Christmas at Panther Creek opened Friday night in Owensboro—lighting up a mile-long drive with over 400,000 lights.

Tickets cost $5 per vehicle—supporting several non-profit organizations, and the display runs nightly until January 1.

Eighty-one businesses are taking part in Shop Owensboro, which kicks off today—local residents can enjoy a day of supporting their neighborhood stores.

Hilltop Tree Farm has joined local Christmas traditions as shoppers now delay their Black Friday trips instead of heading out at crack-of-dawn, marking a shift in early holiday shopping habits.

Local emergency officials reported that false crash alerts from phones have led to more than a dozen units being dispatched even when no accident occurred.

They said data analysis and a planned public safety facility on U.S. 231 will help responders verify alerts faster — ensuring help reaches true emergencies promptly.

Owensboro Catholic beat Beechwood 41-40 in the 2A semi-finals at Steele Stadium when a penalty gave the Tigers an untimed down—though their two-point attempt failed.

The win sends the Aces to the state championship for the third year in a row—coach Jason Morris said the team will now focus on Lexington Christian.

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.

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.

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.