McCracken County volleyball wins 12th straight Region Championship
For the 12th straight season, McCracken County will represent the 1st Region in the State Tournament, beating Community Christian in straight sets to win the Region
Additional arrest made in large-scale federal drug trafficking investigation
The joint operation with the DEA and IRS that resulted in several raids and arrests in August 2024 continues and resulted in another search warrant and arrest on federal drug
Early no-excuse voting begins Thursday in Kentucky
Early voting in Kentucky ends on Saturday, November 2nd. If you’re voting by mail-in absentee ballot, election officials say those must be received by 6:00 p.m. local time on Election Day to be counted.
OPD: Ongoing large-scale drug trafficking investigation leads to another arrest, more charges
Another person from Owensboro has been arrested and more charges have been added to federal indictments for several of the individuals involved in the large-scale drug trafficking investigation that resulted in several raids in August 2024.
OFD breaks ground on project to rebuild Station 3 with safer, more advanced features
Firefighters were joined by local officials on Monday to ceremoniously break ground on the $7.1 million project to completely rebuild Owensboro Fire Department Station 3. The new firehouse will feature expanded spaces,
St. Mary of the Woods, Trinity break ground on new school campus
The new facility will be located on a 10-acre site across Franklin Street from the current schools, offering a modern learning environment for students.
Owensboro Symphony Chorus names new director
The Owensboro Symphony Chorus has named Patrick Ritsch as its new director. Ritsch brings years of choral experience and has been appointed to lead the volunteer group that has been part of the Owensboro Symphony since its first season in 1971-72.
Financial aid, support services available for grandparents raising grandchildren
Grandparents raising their grandchildren are eligible to receive financial aid and support services from the Green River Area Development District (GRADD) through the Kentucky Family Caregiver Program.
Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa clears concussion protocol and will start vs. Cardinals
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has cleared the NFL’s concussion protocol and will play against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.
Owensboro Police Department warns of recent phone scam
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — The Owensboro Police Department is warning residents of a recent phone scam. According to OPD, residents are being contacted by an unknown person or group that is pretending to be affiliated with the police department.
Man arrested in Internet Crimes Against Children task force investigation
The search warrant was the result of an Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force investigation that was reported by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding
OPD: Owensboro man arrested for possession of child porn, meth
A 42-year-old Owensboro man has been charged with multiple counts related to possession of child porn, according to the Owensboro Police Department.
Paint company fire in Owensboro under investigation
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Owensboro Fire crews were on scene Wednesday of a structure fire on Warehouse Road. According to OFD officials, smoke was showing on arrival and crews were on scene quickly. Crews say they were able to put out the fire before it got too far.
Impact100 selects Help Office, Neblett Center as $100k grant award winners
The Help Office of Owensboro and the H.L. Neblett Community Center were each awarded a $100,000 grant Tuesday night by Impact100 Owensboro. A third nonprofit received a $38,000 residual grant, while a fourth received the $6,
Sneak Peek: Green River Distilling Co. to open tasting room on Whiskey Row in Louisville
Main Street downtown Louisville is getting another bourbon-focused tenant. Green River Distilling Co. plans to open a tasting room at 714 W. Main St.
Daviess County community invited to Clean up at Yellow Creek Park
The City of Owensboro is teaming up with the Daviess County Operations for the Annual 'Park Clean up at Yellow Creek Park.'
Kentucky distillery opening new tasting room on Whiskey Row
A new distillery is coming to Whiskey Row in downtown Louisville. Green River Distilling Company, which is based out of Owensboro, has started construction on a new tasting room at 714 W Main Street. The new space will feature a horseshoe-shaped tasting cocktail bar, along with a retail and bottle shop and lounge.
US defense chief promises Ukraine what it needs to fight Russia but goes no further
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the United States will get Ukraine what it needs to fight its war with Russia. But in an unannounced visit to Kyiv on Monday
Amendment 2 will be the topic at a special joint school board meeting tonight in Owensboro
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.
Boot Barn, Old Navy and other retail plans revealed for Owensboro
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.
KWC basketball teams excited for new season with community support
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,
Owensboro receives grant to improve Moreland Park playground
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,
Halloween-themed skate events coming to Edge Ice Center in Owensboro
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.
Retired farmer Estes reflects on decades of agriculture, community, and change
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,
Food is Medicine roundtable with Ag Commissioner Shell sparks community discussion at Owensboro Health
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,
Makeover coming to Moreland Park in Owensboro
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.
Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum names Engelhardt as executive director
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.
Work planned this fall on Blue Bridge moved to next year
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:
Where to trick-or-treat in Owensboro ahead of Halloween
A variety of family-friendly Halloween-themed events are happening around Owensboro throughout the month of October.
Owensboro Health puts pause on elective procedures due to nationwide shortage of IV fluid
Local health care facilities are working to manage a nationwide shortage of IV solution caused by Hurricane Helene.
‘Be like Mike’: Dream Riders Founder and educator Mike Clark dies
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.
Transportation: The Drive to Improve Kentucky’s Highway System
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 secures 3 national conferences with Group Travel Family
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.
Owensboro Times and Farm Bureau launch series celebrating local agriculture
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,
NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft will scour Jupiter moon for the ingredients for life
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
UK baseball coach Mingione to speak at FCA Victory Night next month
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.