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From Messenger-Inquirer, WKDZ Radio and 9 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Messenger-Inquirer3 hours ago

    A spine-tingling experience: Owensboro Reptile and Exotics Show touts variety of animal species, education, on Messenger-Inquirer

    Amphibians, arachnids, reptiles and more were front and center Sunday as Henderson-based breeder, business and event organizer Mayo’s Morphs returned to the Owensboro Convention Center for the Owensboro Reptile and Exotics Show.

  2. Marshall County Daily.com3 hours ago

    Lillian Grace Spears, 25, on Marshall County Daily.com

    Lillian Grace Spears, age 25, of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away surrounded by her family on October 30, 2026, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center. Lily was born on June 15, 2001, in Paducah, Kentucky,

  3. Eyewitness News8 hours ago

    Local school takes home the gold in KMEA Championship, on Eyewitness News

    CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. (WEHT) — A local Kentucky school took home the gold at this year’s KMEA Marching Band State Competition. Hancock County High School took home first place in the Class 1A State Finals on Saturday. They also took home the awards for best music performance, best visual performance and best general effect. They weren’t

  4. Kentucky Living10 hours ago

    A new generation of bluegrass, on Kentucky Living

    Pickin’ and grinnin’ Before every show, the Blue Bridge Boys huddle up together, say a quick prayer, then chug imaginary...

  5. WKDZ Radio11 hours ago

    University Heights Finishes Eighth at Class 1A State Cross Country Meet (w/PHOTOS), on WKDZ Radio

    University Heights Academy finished eighth in the 36-team field Saturday at the Kentucky Beef Council Class 1A State Cross Country Championships in Lexington. The Blazers finished with 299 points, one ahead of ninth-place Owensboro Catholic, to earn

  6. WHOP Radio14 hours ago

    UHA earns 8th at State 1-A meet; HCA takes 21st, on WHOP Radio

    Powered by the performances of their top three runners, the University Heights Academy Blazers ran to an eighth-place finish Saturday at the Kentucky High School Athletic Association Class 1-A State Cross Country Meet. Heritage Christian Academy also had a strong performance from their top three runners and earned its best ...

  7. The Owensboro Times22 hours ago

    Meadow House enters next chapter under new owner Hannah Newton, on The Owensboro Times

    When Hannah Newton stopped by Meadow House Home, Gift, and Floral earlier this year to find a birthday present for her mother, she didn't expect the visit to lead to owning the Owensboro shop just months later.

  8. The Owensboro Times22 hours ago

    RiverPark Center’s Christmas pop-up bar returning Nov. 21 with festive beverages, foods, entertainment, on The Owensboro Times

    The RiverPark Center’s annual Christmas pop-up bar is returning with a new theme inspired by traditional Christmas villages.

  9. The Owensboro Times22 hours ago

    KWC professor’s ‘Eternal’ wins top honors at Alabama film festival, on The Owensboro Times

    Kentucky Wesleyan College film professor Josh Miller’s short film “Eternal” earned Best of Show and Best Alabama Film at the Rocket City Short Film Festival, recognition he hopes can help build momentum for filmmaking in Owensboro.

  10. The Owensboro Times22 hours ago

    Red Devils boys’ soccer falls to Bardstown 2-1 in Elite Eight, on The Owensboro Times

    Through the first 71 minutes, the Owensboro Red Devils couldn't find the equalizing goal they needed. Shots were blocked, some doinked off the post, and others just sailed wide. Then, in the 72nd minute, a loose ball found its way to Brian Payne, and the junior worked his way to the edge, blasted it into the net and was met by his streaking teammates.

  11. WBKR 92.522 hours ago

    WBKR Christmas Wish Is Now Accepting Letters for 2026, on WBKR 92.5

    WBKR’s 50th Annual Christmas Wish is now accepting letters. Know a family in need? Submit online or by mail by Nov. 30 so Santa can visit local children this Christmas.

  12. Messenger-Inquirer22 hours ago

    POLICE REPORTS for NOV. 1, 2026, on Messenger-Inquirer

    The following list was compiled from reports from area law enforcement agencies:

  13. Messenger-Inquirer23 hours ago

    Bacio wins Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint race, on Messenger-Inquirer

    Neither Joe Shiesty nor his connections seemed down after he didn’t hit the board in the highly competitive $1 million Prevagen Breeders’ Cup Dirt Sprint (G1) on Saturday at Keeneland.

  14. Messenger-Inquirer23 hours ago

    GRADSA's 'Buddy Walk' continues to grow, on Messenger-Inquirer

    Hundreds of families and friends of clients of the Green River Area Down Syndrome Association (GRADSA) filled McConnell Plaza on the Owensboro riverfront on a picture-perfect Saturday morning for the organization’s 29th Annual Buddy Walk.

  15. Messenger-Inquirer23 hours ago

    Lady Aces win first cross country state title, on Messenger-Inquirer

    Led by senior Peyton Reid’s fourth-place finish, five runners placed in the top 20 to lead the Owensboro Catholic High School girls to the program’s first state title at the KHSAA Class A State Cross Country Championships on Saturday at Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.

  16. Messenger-Inquirer23 hours ago

    Owensboro boys soccer season ends 2-1 at Bardstown, on Messenger-Inquirer

    Owensboro High School’s sensational boys soccer season came to an end in a 2-1 loss at Bardstown in the elite eight of the KHSAA State Soccer Tournament.

  17. WFIE 14 NewsYesterday

    Tri-State restaurant closing after nearly 20 years, on WFIE 14 News

    Catfish Willy’s has been around for 19 years.

  18. The HendersonianYesterday

    Colonels fall to Owensboro 50-2 in regular-season finale, on The Hendersonian

    Henderson County struggled to find its footing against Owensboro Friday night as the Red Devils handed the Colonels a 50-2

    Also reported byWSON AM & FM

  19. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Owensboro Catholic girls’ XC wins first state championship in dominant fashion, on The Owensboro Times

    With 53 points and five Lady Aces inside the top 20, Owensboro Catholic girls' cross country cruised to its first-ever state championship at Kentucky Horse Park on Saturday.

  20. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Twins dress as longtime Pizza Hut worker for Halloween, honoring her kindness, on The Owensboro Times

    While many children looked to movies, video games, and pop culture for Halloween inspiration, 9-year-old twins Emme and Elli Martin found theirs at the local Pizza Hut. The sisters dressed Friday as Denise Williams, whose kindness has made an impression on them during years of visits to the Owensboro restaurant.

  21. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Daviess County boys’ XC finishes 11th at state championship, on The Owensboro Times

    Daviess County boys' cross country finished 11th in the Class 3A state championship Saturday, improving on its finish from last season.

  22. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Marriage Licenses: October 31, 2026, on The Owensboro Times

    Marriage Licenses: October 23, 2026 – October 29, 2026:

  23. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Food Reports: October 31, 2026, on The Owensboro Times

    These food services were reported by the Green River District Health Department between January 5 – January 12.

  24. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Family remembers Medal of Honor recipient Nash during Owensboro tribute, on The Owensboro Times

    Nearly 58 years after David Paul Nash gave his life to save three fellow soldiers in Vietnam, his family gathered Friday in Owensboro to honor his sacrifice and share how his memory continues to shape their lives.

  25. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    2026 Election: 3 questions with Owensboro City Commission candidates, on The Owensboro Times

    We asked all eight Owensboro City Commission candidates the same three questions about the office they’re seeking. Read their responses here.

  26. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    2026 Election: 3 questions with DCPS School Board, District 2 candidates, on The Owensboro Times

    We asked DCPS School Board, District 2 candidates Tom Payne and Alex King the same three questions about the office they’re seeking. Read their responses here.

  27. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    2026 Election: 3 questions with 6th District Judge, Division 2 candidates, on The Owensboro Times

    We asked 6th District Judge, Division 2 candidates Brian L. Quattrocchi and Phillip J. Page the same three questions about the office they’re seeking. Read their responses here.

  28. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    2026 Election: 3 questions with Daviess County PVA candidates, on The Owensboro Times

    We asked Daviess County PVA candidates Rachel Pence Foster (R) and William T. Pogue Jr. (D) the same three questions about the office they’re seeking. Read their responses here.

  29. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Ashley’s big night leads Owensboro football to 50-2 win over Henderson County, on The Owensboro Times

    Owensboro football's Ty Ashley scored two touchdowns and got an interception to lead the Red Devils to a 50-2 win over Henderson County.

  30. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Back to full health, Eagles shine in 54-14 win over Daviess County, on The Owensboro Times

    year ago, Apollo suffered a shocking loss to their long-time rivals Daviess County, that including allowing 20 points in the fourth quarter. Not wanting history to repeat itself, the Eagles left no doubt on the field last night - beating the Panthers 54-14 to end the regular season.

  31. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Lady Aces XC eyeing first State Championship in program history, on The Owensboro Times

    Owensboro Catholic girls' cross country has not forgotten the pain of falling just five points short of the programs first ever State Championship in 2025.

  32. The Owensboro TimesYesterday

    Hancock County football falls to 2-8 with 44-20 loss vs. Bethlehem, on The Owensboro Times

    Hancock County football returned the second-half kickoff 90 yards to the house, but that hardly was the only bit of momentum the Hornets could muster in a 44-20 loss against Bethlehem.

  33. Messenger-InquirerYesterday

    Staying disciplined with a rising home escrow, on Messenger-Inquirer

    My home escrow keeps going up due to rising insurance rates and property taxes. A few people have recommended that I pay these items once a year instead of with my monthly mortgage payments. They said I could set the money aside in a high-yield savings account to make a little extra money in the process. What do you think of this idea?

  34. Messenger-InquirerYesterday

    Amaryllis bulbs are a treat, on Messenger-Inquirer

    Instead of a trick, an amaryllis bulb is a treat! Not at all frightening, but squeals of delight may be heard upon watching the flower buds emerge from the bulb and finally seeing the large, beautiful flowers. I know that I cannot wait until the flowers open.