Sunday, December 8th, 2024
Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 4th annual Jingle Jam will bring live Christmas music to those unable to experience it, with 10 groups performing at 20 local facilities. The Owensboro Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Police Department is seeking help to identify a suspect involved in package theft and advises the public on precautions to prevent porch piracy. 14 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Museum of Science and History's 'Reindeer Experience' draws over 800 attendees, featuring Dasher and a baby kangaroo as special guests. 14 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Cargill has initiated layoffs at its Owensboro facility as part of a global restructuring effort affecting roughly 5% of its workforce. The Owensboro Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Community & Technical College was recognized as one of the best higher education employers nationally, marking its achievement in the 'Great Colleges to Work For' program. The Owensboro Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro and Trinity secure road victories, while Owensboro Catholic and Daviess County both suffer narrow defeats in a mixed day of results for local basketball teams. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Trinity secures their first win of the season, Apollo narrowly defeats Marion County, and Daviess County loses to Newport in recent high school basketball games. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Retired coach Bob O’Brien, aged 57, completed 790 neutral grip pull-ups in one hour, just shy of his 800 goal, marking an incredible feat of physical endurance and determination. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Owensboro's bowling team finished eighth out of 22 at the Depont-Manuel Tournament in Louisville, with standout performances from Christian Miller and others. The Owensboro Times
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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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7th Annual Breakfast with Santa
Families are invited to enjoy a festive breakfast featuring pancakes, sausage, and the opportunity for children to meet Santa Claus, along with supporting a local charity through toy donations.
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