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Good morning, Owensboro! In today’s edition: Brescia University’s $1.8M student housing gift, baby Zariyah’s first-of-the-year debut, Spotlight Sessions with Clint Hall, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Enhancing student success and belonging: Brescia University received a $1.8 million gift from Steve and Sandy Hayden to build student housing, opening fall 2026 for graduate students and upperclassmen in a living learning community — read the full story.
Joy fills the maternity ward: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital welcomed its first baby of 2026. The newborn, named Zariyah, arrived to proud parents, marking a joyful start to the year — read the full story.
Investing in lasting community change: Corporate donations, including support from Philip Morris International U.S. through its WeCare initiative, have boosted Boulware Mission in Owensboro, Kentucky, helping expand shelter, recovery services, and year-round support through partnerships — read the full story.
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.
Protect your nest egg: Savvy investors are turning to gold amidst today’s inflation, national debt, and market uncertainty for a reason. It holds its value when everything else feels shaky. Case in point: it’s up ~62% since this month last year. If you’re curious about adding it and other precious metals to your portfolio, American Hartford has a super helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free, and definitely worth a read — check it out here.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
Highlights this week:
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🫶 We got your back
Upgrade your business toolkit: GOEDC has launched Plugged In, a four-part tech series for small and mid-sized businesses. Sessions cover tech basics, cybersecurity, productivity tools, and using AI to enhance customer experience. Participants receive a complimentary Fastek cybersecurity vulnerability assessment valued at $950. Registration is $100, with $25 off for Chamber members. Get details on sessions and cost.
Upgrade your cozy corners: From elevated tableware, fragrant candles, and everyday linens, Julep Home and Gift curates pieces that pull rooms together without trying. Bonus: a thoughtful wedding registry for the next round of showers and celebrations.
Craving real cider? Skip the grocery jug and pick up fresh cider from Reid’s Orchard, where the Apple House pours cider and stocks jams, jellies, breads, and fudge. For an easy upgrade, warm a mug, add a pinch of cinnamon, and let the cozy factor take over.
Thinning hair? Same: I’ve been shedding a lot, and recently noticed my ponytail feeling thinner. After way too much panic-Googling, I discovered Keranique’s hair regrowth system. Everything with them is surprisingly easy: no quizzes, no pills, no choosing between dozens of products. Just grab the kit and follow the instructions. The best part? It’s $75 off right now, you’ll get three free gifts, AND you’ll get your money back if you don’t love the results.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
This week
👶 Toddler Playgroup @ Daviess County Public Library | Friday (1/9) at 9:30 AM – Got a tiny human between 12 and 36 months? Bring them to a relaxed playgroup where they can play, explore, wobble, and make buddies, while you swap survival tips with other grownups. Think soft toys, shared snacks, and short attention spans, in the best way.
🏀 Girls Varsity Basketball @ Owensboro High School | Friday (1/9) at 5:30 PM – If you’ve been craving a proper crosstown showdown, Owensboro Catholic rolls into Owensboro High’s North Gym for girls varsity hoops and bragging rights. Expect squeaky sneakers, stubborn defense, and concessions you’ll swear taste better in this gym. Bring voice, patience, and good knees.
🎤 Spotlight Sessions @ Kentucky Sound Stage | Friday (1/9) at 8:00 PM – Spotlight Sessions is packing Owensboro’s Kentucky Sound Stage with high-energy stand-up, a sharp local and regional lineup, and headliner Clint Hall of Dry Bar fame. It’s real laughs without the two-drink minimum. Presale is $15, $20 at the door, and first responders score the discount.
This weekend
🏓 OCS Pickleball Tournament @ Merchant Centre Court | Saturday (1/10) – Whether you’ve mastered the dink or just here for the laughs, the OCS Pickleball Tournament serves up friendly rivalry, courtside banter, and bragging rights. Expect paddle pops, solid snacks, and the kind of sideline coaching only seasoned locals, and retired tennis elbows, can deliver.
🤝 LEVEL UP “MEET & GREET” with Team Level Up @ Gunny’s Shack formally Tiffs bar and grill | Saturday (1/10) at 12:00 PM – Swing by the new Gunny’s Shack to meet the Team Level Up coaches running Owensboro’s new juniors pool league. Get the lowdown on the app, the 10,000-hours thing, bagtags, codes, and more. Bring the kids, your questions, and that competitive streak you swear you outgrew.
💃 Dance and Cheer Performance @ Kentucky Wesleyan College | Saturday (1/10) at 6:00 PM – Tiny dancers and rookie cheerleaders are taking over KWC with high kicks, big smiles, and adorable chaos. It’s the Y’s ages 4 to 7 showing off, so bring the grandparents, camera, and your loudest claps. If you want in, register your kid for the class.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Owensboro report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 62°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 11%
Partly sunny, with a high near 62. Southwest wind 7 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 40. West wind 2 to 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 60°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 0%
Partly sunny, with a high near 60. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. South southeast wind 2 to 7 mph.
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