Join us for our February Rooster Booster, sponsored by RiverValley Behavioral Health. The program will be held on Thursday, February 5 at 7:30 a.m. at the Owensboro Convention Center. The featured speakers will be Condrad Daniels, President of HJI Supply Chain Solutions and Chair of…
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Owensboro Family YMCA secures $6.6M in federal funding for new child care facility
The Owensboro Family YMCA has secured $6.6 million in federal funding to build a new child care facility in Owensboro, a project that leaders say will add space for approximately 150 children. The funding was announced by U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell and is included in…
Buckle opens in Owensboro, offers denim destination for all ages
The Buckle is off and running in Owensboro, with store manager Dyann Duncan calling the reception “a true blessing” since opening day on Nov. 6. “We’ve been very well-received,” Duncan said. “We’ve been told several times, ‘This is exactly what Owensboro needed.’” Located off KY…
Cub Express Auto Wash puts focus on budget-friendly, quick service
Cub Express Auto Wash has been named the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce’s Member of the Week, spotlighting its budget-friendly, high-speed car wash model backed by Cheetah Clean. Located at 2915 Wimsatt Court in Owensboro, Cub Express opened in mid-December and has quickly gained attention…
Chamber of Commerce presents awards at annual gala
The Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce celebrated outstanding contributions by local businesses and nonprofit organizations Friday night during its annual gala at the RiverPark Center. The evening kicked off with showers of sparks from the stage as master of ceremonies Chad Benningfield energized the crowd…
Chamber honors top businesses and leaders during 2026 celebration
More than 800 people gathered Thursday evening for the 2026 Chamber Celebration, where the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce recognized standout businesses, community leaders, and organizations that have made a lasting impact on the region. The annual event — presented by Owensboro Health — included…
Barrow brings education-focused approach to Shelter Insurance office in downtown Owensboro
Logan Barrow is bringing his background as a teacher into a new role as a local insurance agent, aiming to make Shelter Insurance more accessible and understandable for Owensboro clients. Barrow opened his Shelter Insurance agency at 227 St. Ann Street, Suite 101, in late…
Scooter’s Coffee thriving with fast service, friendly staff, and flavorful favorites
Scooter’s Coffee continues to build a loyal following in Owensboro thanks to its speedy drive-thru service, creative drink lineup, and emphasis on customer experience. Founded more than 25 years ago in Omaha, Nebraska, Scooter’s has grown to nearly 900 locations nationwide. Its mission is summed…
GRACF awards $100k total to 14 local nonprofits
The Green River Area Community Foundation (GRACF) has awarded a total of $100,000 in grants to 14 nonprofits serving the greater Owensboro area, marking a significant increase in funding support for the region’s charitable organizations. The recipients were announced on Thursday during the Greater Owensboro…
Owensboro leaders highlight economic growth, infrastructure investments in State of Community addresses
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - City and county leaders outlined major investments and economic achievements during the Owensboro Chamber of Commerce’s first rooster booster meeting of the new year at the Owensboro Convention Center. Owensboro City Manager Nate Pagan and Daviess County Judge Executive Charlie Castlen…