Rooster Booster sponsored by Wendell Foster to feature disability awareness panel Thursday’s Rooster Booster breakfast will feature a disability awareness panel discussion aimed at educating the community on the perspectives of people with disabilities and their families. The program begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Owensboro Convention Center (501 West Second Street) and is sponsored…

Kentucky Sound Stage brings Hollywood to Owensboro A new chapter in Owensboro’s economic and cultural landscape began Friday as officials unveiled Kentucky Sound Stage. The state-of-the-art film production complex, located in the former Malco theater, promises to put Western Kentucky on the entertainment industry map. Gov. Andy Beshear, local leaders, and project founders Jeremy Winton…

Healthy Brain & Body brings holistic wellness approach to Owensboro Healthy Brain & Body – A Holistic Co. is bringing a unique, wellness-focused approach to the region, aiming to help clients restore their health and live optimally. Founded in 2024, the business was born from personal health struggles and a desire to share holistic healing…

Men’s Mass Community Choir honoring late ‘Chick’ Owen with 20th anniversary performances When the Men’s Mass Community Choir takes the stage for its 20th annual concert, it won’t just be about music — it will be about honoring a legacy. For two decades, the choir has filled Owensboro churches with powerful harmonies and uplifting gospel…

Kamuf posthumously honored with Humanitarian Award for contributions to community The late Charlie Kamuf, a beloved figure known for his dedication to both agriculture and the broader community, was posthumously honored with the Humanitarian Award at the 45th Annual Farm City Breakfast on Saturday.  The annual award recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves through leadership,…

Community, agriculture celebrated at 45th Annual Farm City Breakfast The 45th Annual Farm City Breakfast on Saturday brought together local leaders, farmers, and advocates to celebrate agriculture’s vital role in the community. The event featured guest speaker Jonathan Shell, Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture. The event is presented by the Daviess County Farm Bureau and the…

Swank Style & Boutique offers unique shopping and salon experience Swank Style & Boutique continues to thrive as a full-service salon and boutique. Owner Angie Morrison, who purchased the business in December 2020, has worked to expand its offerings while maintaining the salon’s strong reputation. “When we bought Swank, it was primarily a salon with…

Local officials credit McConnell’s leadership as pivotal for city, county When Sen. Mitch McConnell retires from office at the end of 2026, Owensboro and Kentucky will have lost a supporter who helped build up the city, county and state, local officials said Thursday. “He always made sure we punched above our weight, not just Kentucky,…

McConnell announces he will not seek re-election to Senate U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky announced Tuesday that he will not seek re-election when his current term ends, marking the conclusion of a career spanning nearly four decades in the Senate. McConnell, 82, made the announcement on the Senate floor, saying he decided last year…

Eight women named finalists for ATHENA Award  Eight women have been named as finalists for the 27th Girls Inc. ATHENA Award, which is presented annually to someone who empowers women, strives to better the community, and has achieved excellence in their profession.  The award honors someone within the community “who has generously assisted women in…