Thousands of acres of corn and soybeans were planted in late March, resulting in an unusually early harvest for some farmers. Extension Agent Clint Hardy provides an update from Maceo, where the combines are rolling off…
Bridge Rehabilitation Nearing Completion
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is rebuilding a bridge in western Daviess County. Lyddane Bridge Road South is closed at Flat Lick Creek, approximately one mile from KY-279. Demolition work began on August 5. Crews have installed…
Fire Department Receives Ice Commander Rescue Suit
The Daviess County Fire Department has acquired new Ice Commander Rescue Suits from Mustang Survival. The rescue suits are completely waterproof with a watertight hood, integrated gloves, and attached boots. A zip-in buoyancy liner provides protection…
Expansion Announced for Swedish Match
Philip Morris International Inc. has announced an expansion for Swedish Match, creating 450 new jobs with a $232 million investment. The Owensboro facility produces Swedish Match ZYN nicotine pouches, and the expanded production will allow the…
Daviess County Hosts State Sporting Clays Championship
The Kentucky State Sporting Clays Championship has attracted hundreds of people to Owensboro. At least 13 states are represented with this being the largest event of its kind in Kentucky. The Walker 100 is being contested…
Walk the Blue Bridge Before the Air Show
Bridge Day returns on Saturday, September 14. Walk from Kentucky to Indiana and back while admiring views of the Ohio River and Smothers Park! The Blue Bridge will be closed to vehicle traffic starting at 7…
Pups in the Park Event Schedule
A brand-new festival is coming to Panther Creek Park, September 20-22. Pups in the Park will feature a dock diving competition, American Kennel Club (AKC) events, trainer demonstrations, animal rescue organizations, food trucks, and kids' activities. …
General Election Set for November 5
The Daviess County Clerk’s Office has announced important dates and polling sites for the General Election. The online portal to request a mail-in absentee ballot opens on September 21. October 7 is the last day to…
Owensboro Air Show Returns September 13-15
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels headline the Owensboro Air Show. A static display returns to the Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport on Friday, September 13 from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. Military,…
Paving Work Planned for U.S. 60 on East Side of Owensboro
A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will begin paving 4.5 miles of the U.S. 60 Bypass this week. Work is planned in both eastbound and westbound lanes. New asphalt will be applied to U.S. 60…
Firefighters Practice Rope Rescue Techniques in Wilderness Setting
The Daviess County Fire Department has a technical rope rescue team to safely extract patients from difficult, hard-to-reach situations. Typically, they respond to industrial settings. However, due to mutual aid agreements with surrounding counties, the team…
Proclamation for Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph
The Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph are celebrating 150 years since their arrival at Maple Mount on August 15, 1874. Since that time, they’ve brought education to thousands of children throughout Daviess County, opening schools…
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