Leadership training for nonprofit board members set for Thursday The Greater Owensboro Leadership Institute, in collaboration with the Marilyn & William Young Charitable Foundation, is hosting a specialized leadership training opportunity for individuals currently serving on nonprofit boards. This training will take place on Thursday, and space is limited. “We are proud to offer this unique…

Barrera launches Rize and Shine Services, specializes in home remodeling After more than a decade in welding and fabrication, Zach Barrera traded sparks for sawdust and launched Rize and Shine Services, a residential contracting business specializing in home remodeling projects. Barrera, originally from West Palm Beach, Florida, started the company in April 2023 after moving…

Steve Ford reflects on the family’s relationship with late President Jimmy Carter Steve Ford, son of former Kentucky Governor and U.S. Senator Wendell Ford, shared personal memories of the late President Jimmy Carter during a presentation Thursday morning at the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce’s Rooster Booster event, reflecting on the friendship between his father…

Watson, Castlen highlight community’s growth and plans for 2025 Owensboro Mayor Tom Watson and Daviess County Judge-Executive Charlie Castlen highlighted the city’s and county’s growth and achievements in 2024 while also outlining plans for 2025 during the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce’s Rooster Booster on Thursday morning. Watson emphasized the city’s economic progress, public safety…

IES-KY expands electrical services across Western Kentucky IES-KY, a family-owned electrical contracting business, has been serving the region since 2003, specializing in commercial and industrial projects. The company, led by owner and estimator Kurtis Frederick, relocated to Owensboro from McLean County in 2022 when Frederick took full ownership. IES-KY is this week’s Greater Owensboro Chamber…

Local officials keeping legislative priorities on state’s radar Lawmakers heading back to Frankfort next week will be working in a short, off-year session, which means they won’t be tackling a new state budget. Local officials said Thursday even though there won’t be funds for new projects in this year’s session, they will be keeping local…

Local video production company 923 Media expanding beyond weddings Trevor Baldwin, founder of 923 Media, and his wife, Betsy, have been capturing life’s moments since launching their video production business in 2017. The company’s name is a nod to their wedding date — September 23, 2017, a milestone that also inspired their journey into videography.…

Houchens Insurance Group brings diversified expertise to Owensboro Houchens Insurance Group, a member of the Houchens Industries family, offers comprehensive insurance solutions tailored to businesses and individuals.  The agency is this week’s Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce Chamber Member of the Week. Houchens Industries was founded in 1917 as Houchens Foods in Glasgow, Kentucky, and…

Boujie Biscuit brings unique flavors to Owensboro When Cynthia Jolly moved from New York City to Owensboro, she brought with her an entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for food, and a desire to create a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Her restaurant, Boujie Biscuit, specializes in gourmet buttermilk biscuit meals, bringing something different to Owensboro’s culinary scene. Jolly…

Chamber Member of the Week: Event Kode expands creative offerings while making an impact Since its launch in 2019, Event Kode has evolved into a growing business specializing in balloon décor, inflatables, and photo booths. Owner and operator Kodi Shutt said the venture began as a way to channel her creativity and support her family…