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Hey Owensboro, hope your week’s off to a good start! Burger Week, Miss Kentucky at Trailblazer Dinner, a trophy catfish bill, and more. Let’s get to it!

— Cait Baker

📰 In the news

Area facilities earn high marks: Three Tri-State hospitals, including Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, were recognized in U.S. News’ 2026 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care for strong outcomes like lower C-section rates and better breastfeeding support — see which hospitals were honored.

Partners elevating shared humanity: The Owensboro Portrait Project aims to bring neighbors together with portrait photography and storytelling, and will feature 12 residents. Portraits and narratives will be posted periodically on Facebook and Instagram — learn more about the project.

Upgrades to policing gear: Earlier this month, the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office received a federal grant to buy Tasers, body armor, and a patrol boat for the Ohio River, boosting safety and protecting infrastructure — see what’s being purchased.

Proposed limits on fish commerce: Filed by Rep. DJ Johnson of Owensboro, a trophy catfish bill has advanced to the Kentucky House floor, targeting live fish transfers for commercial use and adding a $500 fine — learn what the bill does.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

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Highlights this week:

• Hear Miss Kentucky at OCTC Trailblazer Dinner
• Sisterhood blooms at Truvy’s salon
• Play pickleball at River City Classic
• Bootlegger’s Ball supporting CrossRoads food and shelter
• Connect with stroke survivors and caregivers
• This is the best home warranty (and it’s $150 right now)
• Over 62? Learn how to turn home equity into tax-free cash

🫶 We got your back

Countdown to patty perfection: Owensboro Burger Week will run March 5 to 14 with every featured burger priced at $8 at participating spots. Now in its sixth year, the celebration spotlights creativity. The German American Bank People’s Choice Award will be decided through blind taste tests after a record 63,105 burgers sold in 2025. See dates and pricing.

Future innovators on display: Kentucky State VEX Robotics Championship will return to Apollo High School in Owensboro March 6-7. Thirty-eight high school teams and 32 middle school teams will compete after months of qualifiers. The public is invited March 7 with free admission. A college and career fair will run alongside. Get all the details.

Sweet hometown standby: Sudden chocolate cravings meet their match at Andria’s Candies, home to bourbon balls, buttery brittle, and minty Mello Mints that taste like nostalgia. A secret stash always brightens a midweek slump, and future-you will thank present-you.

Fresh finds, zero fuss: When your wardrobe needs a pick-me-up, Robin’s Resale & Boutique delivers trendy tees and boutique pieces (hello, custom designs) with easy local pickup, perfect for snagging something new between errands this week… easy, fresh looks.

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📆 Around town this week

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This week

🌱 Amazing Seeds: Seed Library Opening @ Daviess County Public Library | Tuesday (2/24) at 2:00 PM – Green River Area Extension Master Gardeners are opening a Seed Library, complete with a crash course on seeds, soil, and planting that actually works. Pick up tips, grab packets for vegetables and flowers, and finally win the annual zucchini arms race with the neighbors.

🎤 Cabaret Nights @ Trinity Centre | Tuesday (2/24) at 7:00 PM – Monthly cabaret at Trinity Centre, five bucks at the door, with a rotating lineup of performers. Expect singers, storytellers, and a little glitter, the night your neighbor nails a torch song. Cheap cover, big talent, zero pretense.

🎶 Homeschool Adventures: Symphony Storytime @ Daviess County Public Library | Wednesday (2/25) at 1:00 PM – Homeschool crowd, unite for a weekly mix of Science, History, Art, Music, Geography, and Culture. This round is Symphony Storytime, where books meet brass, and your kid’s wiggles magically become rhythm. It counts as music, reading, and social time, so gold star for you.

This weekend

🧘 Recovery Yoga Series @ Align By TrueNorth | Saturday (2/28) at 10:00 AM – Trying to fix everything at once? Try staying open instead. This Recovery Yoga session at Align by TrueNorth blends gentle movement, reflection, and recovery principles, no contortion required, open to all bodies and backgrounds, and donations are welcome, not required.

🍵 Fresh Start For Women Tea Party @ Owensboro Christian Church | Saturday (2/28) at 10:30 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a reason to dress up before noon, this tea is it. Catered brunch, laughs, success stories, and a live auction for custom cakes, travel, and more, all benefiting Fresh Start for Women. Bring your appetite and your bidding arm.

🍳 Breakfast Buffet @ Real Hacienda Mexican Restaurant – Frederica | Sunday (3/1) at 7:00 AM – Real Hacienda’s breakfast buffet is a spread that makes you forgive mornings. Pile on eggs, bacon, pancakes, and the carb parade, then linger with friends. Sundays on Frederica never tasted better, and yes, seconds are encouraged, thirds are between you and your conscience.

🧘 Sound Bath & Guided Meditation @ Align by TrueNorth | Sunday (3/1) at 11:15 AM – Give your to-do list the silent treatment and slip into a sound bath and guided meditation with Beth at Align. Donation based, no experience needed, you just lie down, breathe, and let the bowls do the heavy lifting, a calm end to the weekend.

Live music & entertainment:

• 2/24 Cabaret Nights @ Trinity Centre – 7:00 PM
• 2/26 Henry Cho @ Owensboro Riverpark Center – 8:00 PM
• 2/27 Indie Rock Riot @ The Spot Coffee and Finery – 6:30 PM
• 3/6 Dan Tyminski Band @ Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum – 7:00 PM
• 3/7 Kentucky State Fiddle Championship @ Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum – 10:00 AM
• 3/7 Sonic Distortion @ The Spot Coffee and Finery – 6:00 PM
• 3/7 Owensboro Symphony: Tribute to John Williams @ RiverPark Center – 7:00 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Owensboro report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 46°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 2%

Partly sunny, with a high near 46. South southwest wind 5 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. Southwest wind 8 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 56°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 5%

Partly sunny, with a high near 56. West southwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Later: Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. East southeast wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

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🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

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• Regrow thicker hair in 3-6 months + get 20% off for life
• This free tool makes it easy to find a financial advisor
• See how to save up to 58% on GLP-1s with Fridays
• Need new windows? Check out RBA’s latest deals
• This pet insurance plan reimburses up to 90%