HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – Owensboro Fire crews are currently at the scene of a working structure fire. Central Dispatch says this is in the 2500 block of South Cherokee Drive. Dispatch also says the fire was called in at 3:20 p.m.
A quarter of Americans are not certain that they’d pass their driver’s written exam if they were asked to retake it now, according to new research. A survey of 2,000
Battlefield's offensive line absorbs non-stop lessons from Joe Prince. Prince, meanwhile, has the chance to keep doing something he thought at one point was over.
Fifth-generation farmer Eddie Melton from Sebree leads Kentucky Farm Bureau as its newly elected president. After serving as vice president for 15 years, Melton took on the role in December 2023. He’s brought Patrick Howard on to help him manage a grain and livestock farm while he travels to represent Kentucky farmers at state and national levels.
The Owensboro and Daviess County Public Schools Boards of Education unanimously voted against supporting Kentucky’s proposed Amendment 2 during a joint meeting held Thursday night at the Owensboro Public Schools' Central Office.
The University of Louisville School of Nursing has received $4.8 million to support undergraduate nursing education – half from U of L Health and Owensboro Health,
Members of the Kentucky School Board Association will give a presentation tonight, on the impact Amendment 2 could have on public schools in the state.
Gulfstream Commercial Services is advertising plans for multiple retail locations coming to Owensboro in 2025. According to their website listing, HomeGoods, Sierra, Old Navy, Buckle and Boot Barn are expected to open off the Wendell Ford Expressway near Kentucky Highway 603 next summer.
The Kentucky Wesleyan College men's and women's basketball teams have dominated at home, winning 84% of their games at the Owensboro Sportscenter over the past two seasons. The success is returning the Sportscenter to its reputation as a tough venue for GMAC conference opponents and other non-conference teams,
The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet has awarded the City of Owensboro a grant to enhance the playground at Moreland Park with new, safer equipment. The grant will fund the installation of poured-in-place rubber surfacing,
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — Special Halloween-themed skating events are coming to the Edge Ice Center in Owensboro. Edge Ice Center will be hosting a Halloween Glow Skate and a Family Costume Skate toward the end of the month.
For nearly 60 years, Mack Estes devoted his life to farming, starting with a family tradition that took root in his youth and growing into a career that he still finds hard to walk away from today. On his family farm off KY 144 in Daviess County,
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital hosted a Food is Medicine roundtable on Tuesday, bringing together farmers, hospital leaders, and public officials to discuss the connection between health care, nutrition,
DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — Owensboro city officials announced Moreland Park will soon see a major safety makeover. According to officials, the park will get a rubber surface thanks to a grant from the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet.
The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum has announced Adam Engelhardt as its new executive director. The hiring committee was ecstatic to bring a seasoned music industry professional to lead the organization’s future growth.
They hope to streamline the work with Indiana to only have to close the bridge once. At this point, the officials say the closure will likely happen early next year. As we reported, crews are expected to close the bridge for a few months. You can keep a live look at the Blue Bridge here:
The Daviess County Extension Office continues to be a resource for the region, providing research-based education and practical support for farmers, landowners, and residents, according to Clint Hardy,
A new mobile unit, set to roll out in January 2025, will provide an innovative approach to delivering services throughout Daviess County. The Center of Owensboro-Daviess County aims to connect individuals with community resources through the unit,
The presidential debate is a pivotal moment in any U.S. election campaign. It’s more than just candidates going head-to-head—it’s a showdown between them and the expectations of millions of voters.
Longtime educator and co-founder of Dream Riders, Mike Clark died over the weekend. Clark turned personal tragedy into purpose by launching Dream Riders of Kentucky after losing his daughter Megan to a car accident in 2001.
KYTC supports more than two dozen public transit systems, 58 public-use airports through its Department of Aviation, processes license and registration for 4 million vehicles annually, and handles all driver’s license issuance through 33 driver’s license regional offices.
Visit Owensboro has secured three national conferences organized by the Group Travel Family, with organization officials saying the events will pay dividends for years to come.
The Owensboro Times and Daviess County Farm Bureau have teamed up to launch a week-long series celebrating local farmers, agriculture, and community initiatives. This feature marks the beginning of the series,
A massive NASA spacecraft is ready to set sail for Jupiter and its moon Europa. The craft named Europa Clipper will peer beneath the moon's icy crust and determine whether
University of Kentucky baseball coach Nick Mingione, who led the Wildcats to their first-ever appearance in the College World Series last season, will be the featured speaker at the Northwest Kentucky Fellowship of Christian Athletes' Victory Night next month.
The Christain County Colonels beat the Daviess County Panthers, 12-10. The Colonels will face McCracken County next week, while the Panthers go up against Henderson County.
Griffin Glasscock is the Chief Meteorologist for 44News/WEVV. She joined WEVV Storm Team 44 in June 2020. She returns to Evansville after working as a news producer for 4 years in Birmingham, AL and Louisville, KY.
Local dentist Brandon Taylor and his wife Kim are excited to launch a new business venture: Complete Dentistry and Implants. Taylor said they aim to revolutionize local dental care by offering comprehensive services under one roof,
The Owensboro Police Department took to Facebook to remind citizens that no golf carts or other low speed utility vehicles are allowed on all public roads in Owensboro and Daviess County.
The book details the life of Chapman, a Major League Baseball player tragically killed by a pitched ball in 1920, and his deep ties to Owensboro through his uncle, J.R. Johnson, a long-time resident of the city. Chapman, who was a standout shortstop for ...
