Good morning, Owensboro.

Dairy Queen and Owensboro Off-Road Jeepers will host breakfast with Santa and a toy drive for local families on Saturday, Dec.

6 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Frederica Street (an event to spread holiday cheer).

The Daviess County Fire Department raised $31,500 at its flagship fundraiser (the 12th Annual Christmas Wish Golf Scramble) in September, helping to provide Christmas gifts and meals for families in need.

Community members can look forward to the next event scheduled for Sept. 11, 2026.

Contour Airlines will begin service from Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport & Charlotte on Feb.

26, offering a new direct flight connection for local travelers starting next year.

A local columnist reflects on treasured Owensboro Christmas traditions from the 70s and 80s, noting the excitement of Sears catalogue arrivals, the parade's evolving route, festive neighborhood light displays, and drive-thru Nativity scenes that sparked holiday memories.

ROMP Festival 2026 will run from June 24–27 at Yellow Creek Park and will feature rising stars and Grammy-winning bluegrass bands.

Presale tickets are now on sale with options for general admission, VIP meals, and camping, while children 12 and under get in free.

Owensboro Community and Technical College is expanding its Automotive Technology program with new Hybrid+Electric Vehicle Technology and Computer Control Systems Diagnostics courses offered this semester at the New Hartford Road campus.

The courses help working students build skills while balancing family and work.

Daviess County Fiscal Court approved $50,000 (from donated funds) on Thursday to support a low-cost spay/neuter program at the county shelter.

ITV will soon open appointments for local residents, offering surgeries that cost up to $25 per pet over up to 50 service days.

Owensboro High School and Owensboro Catholic High School will play in separate championship football games this weekend at Kroger Field, marking the city’s first title chase since 1986.

Local fans are uniting with pep rallies and school visits to support both teams.

Owensboro Catholic will play Lexington Christian Academy at 4 p.m. ET in the state Class 2A football finals at Kroger Field, hoping to win its first title after two near misses.

The team relies on seasoned seniors and first-time starter Dre’Mail Carothers to lead the charge.

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.