Community and business leaders gathered Thursday at the Owensboro Convention Center as the Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation outlined continued economic momentum, major project updates, and a forward-looking strategy centered on workforce, entrepreneurship, and smart growth. Claude Bacon, president and CEO of GOEDC, reflected on the city’s transformation over the past two decades while emphasizing…

Owensboro Health will host “Ready. Set. Baby! A Shower for Expectant Parents & Loved Ones” on Saturday, offering education, resources, and giveaways for families preparing to welcome a new baby. The free community event is open to expectant parents as well as friends and family members who want to learn more about pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenting.…

Friday After 5 organizers have announced the lineup for the 2026 season, marking the event’s 30th anniversary with what officials describe as its largest and most diverse schedule to date. The free summer concert series will run from May 15 through Aug. 7 along the downtown Owensboro riverfront, featuring a mix of national touring acts,…

A nonprofit rooted in family values and community care continues to grow its impact in Owensboro, with the Dannheiser Fund for Kids now preparing to serve more than 300 children this year. Founder Jon Troutman said the organization was inspired by his own childhood, when his grandparents — the Dannheisers — made sure he and…

A family-driven roofing and restoration company is planting deeper roots in the Owensboro area, aiming to bring structure and transparency to an industry often marked by confusion in the wake of severe weather. Grex Construction, co-founded by brothers Bobby Gregory and J.R. Gregory, traces its origins to a broader family involvement in roofing and restoration…

Morning Pointe Owensboro is continuing to establish its presence in the local senior living landscape, with leaders emphasizing a model centered on clinical support, convenience, and a home-like environment for residents. Karleigh Roby, executive director of Morning Pointe Owensboro, said the community is designed to strike a balance between independence and access to care and…

Owensboro Health has launched a new state-of-the-art mobile mammography unit to expand access to breast cancer screenings across the region. The mobile unit, which has been in development for roughly 18 months, is designed to travel throughout Owensboro Health’s service area, bringing screenings directly to workplaces, community events, and underserved areas. Beth Steele, chief operating…

A lifelong connection to landscaping has shaped the growth of Outback Lawn & Landscape and Tree Service, a locally owned business operated by Jared Dockery and his wife, Maddie. Dockery said the business offers a wide range of exterior property services, including lawn care, landscaping, tree and shrub pruning, mulch installation, retaining walls, fencing, and…

Ever want to sit down and have coffee with a candidate? The Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce is giving voters that chance on May 7. “Coffee with a Candidate” will debut at the Owensboro Convention Center immediately following the Rooster Booster Breakfast that morning. Dave Kirk, chamber president, said, “We felt like this would be…

A new partnership between two local small businesses is set to bring a unique dessert option to Owensboro, as Hanna Bailey of Doozie Doez prepares to open a self-serve fridge inside Crazy Me Gifts and Apparel. Bailey said the concept allows her to offer many of the benefits of a storefront without taking on the…