Harding, Shymanski & Company has spent the last five decades building a reputation around relationships, collaboration, and long-term advisory services — and now the regional accounting and advisory firm is working to deepen its presence in Owensboro. Founded in 1975 by Al Harding and Dick…

Friday After 5 will mark its 30th anniversary this summer with what organizers are calling its biggest and most diverse season yet, continuing a long-standing tradition of free, family-friendly entertainment along the downtown riverfront. The 2026 season, presented by Jagoe Homes, runs from May 15…

If you couldn’t make it out this weekend, we’ve got you covered. Managing Editor Ryan Richardson and his 5-year-old daughter Emery stopped by Maui’s Indoor Theme Park and streamed a walkthrough during its Sneak Peek event, which continues today. Watch the video here. The public…

Communication boards are being installed at playgrounds across Owensboro’s city parks, giving children of all abilities new ways to interact, play, and build friendships. The initiative is the result of a partnership between Owensboro Public Schools, RiverValley Behavioral Health, and the City of Owensboro Parks…

Downtown Owensboro is hosting a Kentucky Derby celebration today through Saturday, aiming to bring together local restaurants, retailers, and entertainment across multiple locations. Activities will include extended shopping hours, themed food and drink specials, live entertainment, and interactive promotions designed to draw people downtown. “We…

A regional chimney and fireplace service company with roots dating back nearly four decades is continuing to build on its reputation for reliability and customer care. Gray Cat Chimney, founded in 1987 by a local couple, was established with a goal of providing dependable chimney…

Terracon, a U.S.-based consulting engineering firm, has grown into a nationwide provider of environmental, geotechnical, facilities, and materials engineering services since its founding in 1965. The company, which is 100% employee-owned, operates more than 200 locations across the country and employs over 8,000 people, according…

The Owensboro Family YMCA unveiled plans Monday to increase the number of children the organization can serve through its preschool, toddler, after-school and day camp programs this year, with officials saying the organization will be ready to add about 250 childcare spots by the end…

OWENSBORO, Ky. — The Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration in partnership with the Owensboro Family YMCA on Monday, April 20. The event will take place at 900 Kentucky Parkway, with the ceremony scheduled to begin at…

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…