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For more information, see Realtors’ office ads for open house times

SATURDAY, JUNE 20

L. Steve Castlen Realtors

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2724 Wimsatt Court

L. Steve Castlen Realtors 2625 Central Park Court Tyler Shookman L. Steve Castlen Realtors 2973 Lost Lake Cove Denise Pace

Denise Pace WEST L. Steve Castlen Realtors 2370 Watson Circle Tyler Shookman

L. Steve Castlen Realtors 111 Santa Maria Drive Cheryl Contratto SUNDAY, JUNE 21 EAST

L. Steve Castlen Realtors 2973 Lost Lake Cove Mike Boling

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Home Realty Inc. 4149 Fox Run Lane Connie Barnett WEST

Home Realty Inc. 2119 Griffith Place West Gordon Barnett

How home design trends are evolving for social distancing COVID-19 has brought changes to everything, and home design is no exception. Experts are expecting to see lasting impacts on everything from the materials we use to the rooms we prioritize. Check out these and other noteworthy trends: • Houses over apartments: Many people who live in condos or apartments do so to be closer to the action — work, entertainment and shops — and never planned on spending much time at home.

But the pandemic has changed that, and more people are going to want a home that offers plenty of room and outdoor space in case they need to self-isolate again.

• Self-sufficiency: A hard lesson we’ve learned is that things and services we thought we could count on aren’t necessarily a sure thing, so items that increase self-reliance will become very popular. Expect to see more homes with sources of energy like solar panels, sources of heat like fireplaces and stoves, and even urban and indoor gardens that allow you to grow your own produce.

• Outdoor living: B e t w e e n playgrounds closing and parks becoming overcrowded, many of us are turning to our balconies, patios and backyards for fresh air and nature. This means we’re going to be investing more in our outdoor spaces, with functional kitchens, soothing water features, cozy firepits, and highquality outdoor furniture to create a

much-needed escape.

• Healthier spaces: Thanks to spending more time indoors and reprioritizing our health, we’ll turn to design to help ensure our homes are safe and healthy for our families. We’ll see a rise in products like water filtration systems as well as materials that improve indoor air quality. For new homes and

additions, alternatives to wood-framing like insulated concrete forms from Nudura, which offer improved ventilation for healthier indoor air quality and an environment that’s less susceptible to mold, will be key.

• Home office space: Business experts are suggesting many companies will see that working from home is not only possible but offers tangible benefits, like saving money on office space rent.

With working from home on the rise, creating a home office space that inspires productivity will be a major project many of us tackle. Luxury home office furniture that feels chic and blends into your décor as well as ergonomic chairs and desks will see a major boost.

• Custom and quality: With the hit to the economy, people are going to be buying less, but what they do buy will be better quality, while at the same time making an effort to support American businesses. When it comes to design, trends will shift to locally made furniture, custom-built homes and pieces and materials that stand the test of time.

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RISNER & ASSOCIATES REALTY, INC.

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JoAnn Risner Broker/Owner

Stephanie Miller Realtor®/Broker

Joetta O'Brien Realtor®

Pat O’Brien Realtor®

Hope Margelot Realtor®

270-570-3939 270-929-3140 270-313-3032 270-929-0838 DOWNTOWN $1,200,000

$1,100,000

104 E. 4th & Allen Streets 1.6 downtown acres. Includes 7 locations w/6 bldgs.

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Charming country home. 4 BR, 3.5 bath on 5 rolling scenic acres. 2-1/2 garage det. Workshop & barn w/additional large building. Geothermal heating. Call JoAnn Risner (270) 570-3939. MLS#79069

36 Stone Creek

$629,000

$525,000

$98,900

Corner lot with charm awaits you on the prestigious Griffith Ave. This unique home has been renovated and has character galore in this 5BR/4BA home starting with beautiful flooring, tall triple tray ceilings, a formal dinning room and living room, a large kitchen with 2 walk in pantries, archways, a basement and much more! Call Hope Margelot 270-316-5476. MLS#78392

703 Griffith Ave.

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2137 Chaffee Court MLS#79103

802 Hathaway MLS#78400

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1845 Fogle Road MLS#76652

270-836-4440

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270-702-1315

991 W. 1st Street

Awesome Ohio River view! Beautiful 4BR/3BA home has been completely remodeled throughout...not a single detail overlooked. Spectacular views of the Ohio River & beautiful landscaped backyard. Also includes use of a swimming pool. Within walking distance to Owensboro's booming Downtown District with live entertainment, restaurants, & shopping. Call JoAnn Risner 270-570-3939. MLS#78528

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Jim Yeckering Realtor®

Former McAtee $4,000,000 Department Store building in Owensboro's downtown.

Excellent Condition.

New roof and HVAC systems in 2016.

Each floor is unique and the building is well suited for multiple 121 E. 2nd Street users and easily modified to accommodate retail, boutique hotel and/or restaurant uses. Connected directly to the parking garage. Adjacent to the Riverpark Center, Museum and downtown businesses, restaurants, shopping, park, riverfront, hotels, and convention center. Call JoAnn Risner 270-570-3939.

MLS#76897

Not every home has a 1800 sq ft guest house w/bath and a half overlooking a beautiful pool. This house is a dream, so many gorgeous amenities you must see for yourself. Come walk through the hand cut mahogany front doors and experience luxury from every corner. JoAnn Risner 270-570-3939 MLS# 70767

104 E. 4th Downtown office with 7,292 square feet $3,200 month (for 6 months) plus deposit. 1st Floor has 6 large offices. 2nd Floor has an additional 4 offices. Breakroom and storage also available. Large parking area. Call JoAnn Risner 270570-3939 or Hope Margelot 270-316-5476. MLS#77940

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2500 Windsor 2BR/1BA brick home with laminate flooring. Covered patio with fence in backyard. Call JoAnn Risner 270-570-3939. MSL#79032

1010 Frederica St., Owensboro, KY. 42301 • (270) 926-1400 • joannrisner@email.com • RISNERREALTORS.COM

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136 Booth Field Rd

Contemporary 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home, 2 car attached garage on over an acre and a half near Ben Hawes. $219,000 MLS #79034

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419 JR Miller Blvd.

Here’s your opportunity to own a piece of the exploding downtown at a reasonable price. This building is massive and offers ample income opportunities! There are 3 to 4 separate units that can be rented with 2-3 apartments and one commercial location. Located directly beside The Miller House and in the newly established “District” for $119,900... this is a no brainer. MLS #79081

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4846 Grandview Dr.

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10 Stone Creek Park

Prestigious home features almost 6000 sq ft of updated living space. You enter the front door to an open foyer with marble tile & crown molding galore. The main level of this beautiful home features a remodeled kitchen w/ African granite counters, custom lighting and tile flooring. A total of four bedrooms and four and a half baths are also on the 1ts floor, including the master suite with its own fireplace, thick crown molding, private bath and walk-in closet. Also, the main level includes: formal dining room w/Bamboo flooring, living room w/ fireplace, sitting area and laundry. Like to entertain? There is room just for that! The entertainment room boast soaring cathedral ceilings, accented with wood from floor to ceiling, wet bar & hot tub. You have to experience this home to truly appreciate it! This home is at $105 sq ft, which is a bargain for the area and a MUST SEE! MLS # 78416

3 bedroom, 1 bath, brick home, 2 car detached garage in the East end. Wont last long, call today!

MLS #79063

REDUCED! $60,000!

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4047 Hayden Rd.

Beautiful 3 BR, 2 bath brick. Completely updated & remodeled from top to bottom.

Home went through a major overhaul. Location is great! You can be to the hospital, bustling 54 area or on the bypass in mere minutes. Kitchen features all new cabinets w/ granite counter tops, LED lighting, flooring, under the cabinet lighting & new stainless appliance. Master suite is huge & features a large walk in closet & a master bath w/ tub, tiled shower, double vanity w/granite & a stylish barn door entry. Guest bath has been completely redone along with the other two BRs, living room & dining area. Home features a walk-out-bsmt. that is open & ready to be used for more bedrooms, office space, game room, etc. Property is just shy of an acre & features a det. garage & other out building for all of your toys, storage, etc. Priced at $274,900., call me for your private showing. MLS #78160

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3012 Legion Park Drive

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Cute 2 bedroom home, corner lot, large garage only $49,000!

MLS - 78654

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68 Hartford Street Fordsville

3 bedrooms, 3 baths, Covered Back Porch, In the Heart of Town. $121,500.

MLS 78039

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Harini Cardwell 270-925-4941

3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, New Furnace and A/C, Roof is approx. 5 years old, 26x26 Detached Garage, Replacement Windows, Fenced back yard and close to the park. Only $109,900. Call Today! MLS #?????

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9037 Aubrey Rd, Maceo

3 bedrooms, large lot, easy access to Hwy 60.

MLS 78152

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406 W. Legion Blvd

Cute 2 bedroom home, central location with walkout basement $129,000 MLS 78252

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2119 Meadow Crass Creek Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in the Heartlands.

Ton’s of updates and priced at $214,900. MLS - 78880

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2499 Winning Colors Way

Move-in-ready one owner home in Keeneland Trace with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on the main level & a large bonus room upstairs that can be a 4th bedroom, office, game room or whatever. Over 300 square feet upstairs that could easily be finished out for extra living space as well. This corner lot home features an open floor plan. Kitchen features granite counter tops, lots of cabinet space, a large pantry and bar. The master is spacious & has a large walk in closet & the master bath is as clean & neat with a walk in shower.

Additional bedrooms are good size and as clean as the rest of the home. This home is close to shopping, many companies, easy by-pass access, so you can be almost anywhere in Owensboro fast. Don’t miss out! $179,900 MLS - 78520

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98 AG Daniels Rd. Hartford

3 bedroom, 1.5 baths, Updated kitchen and bath, 1 acre. $112,900 MLS 79003

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180 Maple Leaf Dr. Ohio Co.

Completely Updated!

Everything is New! 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, large lot! $119,900 MLS 78243

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NEW LISTING

Nathan Johnson Realtor

270-993-6548

Email: NathanJRealtor@gmail.com

Betsy Garant Realtor

270-570-0638

Email: BetsyGarantRealtor@gmail.com

1000 EAST 18TH. ST.

Conveniently located in a high traffic area, commercial property in excellent condition on a corner lot, w/8-plus vehicle blacktop parking lot, over 1040 sq. ft. on main level plus a finished basement. The main level has 4 offices, plus a kitchen, half bath & ample closet space for storage. The finished basement has 3 offices, a storage room w/back up sump pump/security sys. & half bath as well as B-dry system with back up sump pump & security system. Ideal for Real Estate, Insurance or General Business. Zoned B-1. Reduced to $139,900!

MLS #77581

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Rose Castlen 270-926-4203 518 BOOTH Over 1,600 sq. feet of living area. It has a extra large family room with a utility room connected. 3 bedrooms 1 1/2 baths. The kitchen has been remodeled with granite counter tops, appliances included. Brick and a vinyl addition. This home is priced to sell. $132,900.

Sale Pending MLS #78799

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Rose Castlen 270-926-4203

THINKING OF SELLING?

Rose Castlen Realtor

88 GILMORE CT.

West area of Owensboro. 1034 Square feet 3 bedroom 1 bath, single detached garage, wood burning fire place in master bedroom. All appliances included.

Replacement windows, large covered patio, above ground pool, fenced back yard, neat and clean inside. Call Rose Castlen 270-570-8282 or text for all showings.

MLS # 78918

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Rose Castlen 270-926-4203 NEW LISTING

270-926-4203

1721 LEE CT. Clean 1 bedroom home with

Email: RoseRealty99@gmail.com

basement and 1 bedroom. Fire

Pending Swithale a shop connected to the

place and 1 car detached garage,

Mike Garant Realtor

270-570-5454

back. Double lot, all appliances, now vacant. $69,900.

MLS #79042

Call/text

1735 VIRGINIA CT.

Email: MichaelDGarant@gmail.com

Charming home centrally located on cul-de-sac. Lots of updates throughout including newer flooring and replacement windows, newer dishwasher, full unfinished unfinished basement with space that could be used for third bedroom or bonus room, fenced backyard & two car detached garage, Hurry, this amazing home won’t last long! $90’s!

Visit H O U S E V A L U E S . C O M for a FREE Home Valuation! Connie Jo

Sale Pending

Molen Realtor

803-261-0576

Email: GCMolen@windstream.net

Rose Castlen 270-926-4203

MLS #78537

Call/text

Nathan Johnson 270-993-6548

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P E R S O N A L S PA C E

Discover all the w ay s G O R A c a n aid homeowners DON’T MISS! These guidelines to homeownership from the National Association of Realtors (NAR)

CREATE YOUR PERFECT HOME WITH GORA GREATER OWENSBORO REALTOR ASSOCIATION OFFERS A MULTITUDE OF HOMEOWNERSHIP RESOURCES STORY BY JODI KEEN MESSENGER-INQUIRER

INFOGRAPHICS COURTESY OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

Whether you’re a real estate veteran or a firsttime buyer, purchasing a home can be a daunting experience — so much that some people avoid the market altogether. But research has long demonstrated that homeownership is a reliable path to increasing one’s wealth and improving the community (SEE INFOGRAPHICS ON PAGE 9).

So where does one start on the journey to homeownership? At the Greater Owensboro Realtor Association. More than just an organization of Realtors, GORA offers an extensive network of local home-related businesses covering a wide variety of needs.

“We try to have a good network of people local that the consumer can work with on all aspects of the homeownership process: mor tgages, titles, attorneys, appraisers, home inspectors, insurance agents,” says GORA president-elect Jason Bellamy. “Even areas that people may not think of at first: financial advisers, accountants and media agencies ... “(We want to provide) a good group of professionals that are local and who you can count

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH GORA! @OBoroRealtors @OwensboroRealtors @ owensbororealtors on,” he adds. “You want to be sure that you are getting the thing that’s best for you. We’re trying to make sure we’re meeting (consumers’) needs.”

GORA president Karen Gross says Realtors are the connective tissue linking the association’s vast resources. “(Local Realtors are) helping visually sell the home, negotiating home inspections, appraisals,” she says. “We want to use local lenders. I want to be able to call them and talk with them (during home sales). ... We’re using local title companies — we can stay on top of things and go to the courthouse to check on things. We have a relationship with them to move things along.”

“We get to be in the same community as the people we sell our houses to,” Karen says. “We want to advocate for them. The key is to be responsive.”

“Our ultimate goal is that homeownership can continue,” Jason adds, “to make sure everyone, at the end of the day, has a certain level of success in the process.”

Karen says the association’s focus goes beyond obtaining homeownership.

“Even at the national level, we have a political action committee,” she says, using flood zones as an example: “We have to get that funding approved.

We’re lobbying for longer coverage, or subsidies.

We’re studying exemptions.”

“We’re always advocating,” Karen says. “We’re watching (political) candidates who are wanting to increase property taxes because that affects the homebuying experience — even on rentals.”

“There are a lot of people in our association that are involved at the state level and national level” of homeownership-related discussions, Karen says.

“Owensboro is present at the table on those issues. … We’re very proud as an association to have that kind of representation.”

Contact the Greater Owensboro Realtor Association by phone at (270) 685-4977, or online at owensboromls.com/.

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3424 Frederica St., Owensboro KY

(270) 684-6221

Lori Kimble 270-315-1468

Kami White 270-314-8644

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Connie Barnett Gordon Barnett Jason Bellamy 270-302-4095 270-929-0369 270-485-3300

Marsha Westerfield (270)316-2240

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4149 Fox Run Lane $429,900 5BR 3.5BA

Gordon Barnett (270)485-3300

Connie Barnett (270)929-0369

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3332 Villa Point $3,700,000

Jason Bellamy (270)302-4095

Gordon Barnett (270)485-3300

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3.8 Acres

1 Acre 735 W. 9th St., $50,000

601 Carlton Dr. $389,000

6062 Hwy 405 $1,060,000

1651 Parrish Plaza Drive

$700,000

807 W. 9th St., $40,000

Gordon Barnett (270)485-3300

Gordon Barnett (270)485-3300

Gordon Barnett (270)485-3300

Gordon Barnett (270)485-3300

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5 ways to upgrade your home with new tech

BY STATEPOINT

Upgrading your lifestyle doesn’t have to mean undergoing a major home renovation. By simply introducing a few technologies around the home, you can boost the style, efficiency and comfort of your living spaces. Consider these five ideas for five areas of your home.

• The Hallway: Why display just one photo when you can rotate several images that include all your favorite people and moments? A digital picture frame allows you to do just that, with many models connecting to apps that allow you to directly share photos to the wall-mounted device, which means you don’t actually have to be at home to do some light redecorating.

• The Home Theater: Still rocking a mercury bulb projector in your home theater? Unfor tunately, the cooling fans, filters and toxic mercury bulbs associated with them are inefficient and high-maintenance. While a laseronly light source sounds good on paper, these models tend to be large and costly.

Instead, consider upgrading to a laser and

LED hybrid light source, such as Casio’s LampFree Projector XJ-A257, which is high-efficiency and structurally smaller, without compromising on brightness.

Offering a lifespan of approximately 20,000 hours, the power-saving design of this particular model cuts energy

consumption by as much as 40-50 percent, making this an addition to your home theater you can feel good about.

• The Kitchen: Slow cookers have always offered a convenient way to create an amazing meal without too much hands-on attention, but some of

todays’ options are taking this concept a step further by connecting to smart technology. Now you can monitor and adjust cooking settings from afar, so that if something unexpected occurs and you get home later than planned, dinner doesn’t suffer for it.

• The Family Room: Whether you’re an aspiring musician or an accomplished pianist, your home can benefit from a digital piano that evokes the luxury of an acoustic grand. One such model is the PX-S3000, which features a sleek, glossy top panel and unibody case that fits any room, décor or mood. Its bright backlit LCD display and touch sensor controls are revealed only when the power button is pressed, leaving only a sleek, clean top panel when powered off. Thanks to integrated Bluetooth audio that lets you connect your device wirelessly; you can play your music through its powerful stereo amplification system.

• The Bathroom: Make stepping out of the shower a luxurious experience with a towel warming drawer, which keeps linens the perfect temperature for maximum comfort.

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2119 Griffith place w Total Remodel! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, with Owner’s suite on main floor. Terrific office/studio room plus Dining area, living room with refinished original hardwood floors. Totally wired for secure internet and security cameras. New electrical, new plumbing, new HVAC (2 systems), NEST smart thermostats, new kitchen cabinets with quartz countertops, new stainless appliances. Fully insulated - exterior and interior walls and floors. Double-sided gas fireplace with remote control. Large basement entertainment area pre-wired for home theater.

Built-in audio in public rooms of home. Too many features to name - you must experience the quality and comfort for yourself!

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Find inspiration in award-winning home design

BY FAMILY FEATURES

accommodate large gatherings while maintaining an intimate spatial feel.

Varied ceiling treatments, including a coffered living room, a smooth kitchen ceiling and a custom vaulted dining room ceiling helped differentiate the spaces.

“We encountered some interesting structural challenges that involved a complex weaving and concealing of steel beams and columns,” said Mike Fought with Nicholson Builders in Columbus, Ohio. “The new beams and columns took the place of load-bearing exterior walls, and this created visual connection through the home, specifically upon entry at the front door.”

Award-winning renovation projects aren’t just a way to identify top-notch contractors, they’re a chance for homeowners to gather ideas and learn from other home improvement success stories.

One such source of inspiration is the National Contractor of the Year (CotY) Award Winners who are honored each year by the National Association of the Remodeling Industr y. A panel of industry experts anonymously selected winners based on the functionality, aesthetics, craftsmanship, innovation and degree of difficulty of their projects.

Find inspiration in these 2020 residential project winners, and see the complete list at nari.org.

RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN/OUTDOOR LIVING OVER $250,00

RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR UNDER $50,000

This narrow, sloping site was made functional with a multi-terrace design that added a pool, patio, deck and level natural turf yard in a compact space that was constrained by a steep hillside above and a marsh below. LED rope lighting on risers improved visibility and promoted stair safety while porcelain tile and plank decking cooled swimmers’ bare feet.

“The work to create inspired spaces is highly collaborative and is driven by understanding, relationship and vision,” said James Sweeney of Mom’s Design Build in Shakopee, Minnesota. “If you can enjoy the journey, the end result will be even better.”

The clients wanted to move the side entrance of this home to its original location in the front. City approval was contingent on returning specific historic architectural details, including replacing the brick columns with historically accurate wood columns and installing doors and windows more in line with the 1910 era when the house was built.

“In New Orleans, we are ver y sensitive to preser ving the historic character of our houses, so this was an impor tant goal for both the homeowners and the city,” said Chris Kornman of Entablature, LLC in New Orleans. “We learned that histor y often directs the design down a path the owner may not have been considering.”

ENTIRE HOUSE $250,000-$500,000

RESIDENTIAL ADDITION $100,000-$250,000

Ultimately, this two-stor y addition included a sunroom and a secondfloor master bedroom and bathroom.

However, due to problems with a previous contractor, structural issues with the existing framing needed correcting first. The result was an open living space and new 870-squarefoot master suite upstairs.

“This project taught me that customers are looking not only for a skilled contractor, but one that will listen, understand and empathize with them,” said Allen Deuschle with Kansas City Remodel & Handyman

Allen LLC in Overland Park, Kansas.

“I spent extra hours prior to a signed contract listening to their needs, ideas, of fering suggestions and assessing unresolved issues.”

RESIDENTIAL ADDITION OVER $250,000

The goal of this project was to integrate a kitchen, dining and mudroom addition with an open floor plan to

In this project, an old, weathered beach cottage was transformed into a modern dream home with a complete overhaul of both the exterior and interior. Modern design elements were added throughout, including a kitchen with waterfall countertops, a fireplace with black brick and white stucco and a cable railing system surrounding the mahogany deck.

“During this remodel we were reminded that each new project brings an opportunity to learn or to improve a current process,” said Fred Vazac with Vazac Contracting Corp. in Saint James, New York. “We opted to use a precast concrete diamond footing that was perfect in the sandy environment.

We still use this type of footing on other projects.”

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301 Magnolia Dr 79129 Judy Lambert

1927 Sunset Drive 79134 Paula Bazemore

NEW $269,900

NEW $89,900

3306 Shadewood Terrace 79145 Glenn Ashby

617 Crittenden St 79149 John Reynolds

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3844 McIntire Crossing 79115 Brian Luttrell

2523 MaClearie Street 79126 Brian Luttrell

NEW $119,900

NEW $164,900

NEW $210,000

2507 Middleground Drive N 79141 Reba Besecker

Janecek Lane and Hwy 1774 79142 Brian Luttrell

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401 E 7th Street 79087 Jereme Willner

2701 W 9th Street 79139 Glenn Ashby

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ............. 3306 SHADEWOOD TERRACE.....79149 .... GLENN ASHBY......$269,900............. SOUTHEAST 10:30AM - 12:00 PM ............. 301 MAGNOLIA DR.....................79129 .... JUDY LAMBERT....$385,000 ............ CENTRAL

2701 9th Street W, Owensboro

SALE PENDING

VIRTUAL RTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. REQUEST Do you need a place to live now? This You won’t want to be quarantined anywhere all brick home is ready to move into else after you see this beautiful home. 2300 Sq Ft. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 2 Living Spaces, today. Three bedrooms, two full baths, two living spaces, and an outdoor screened in Office area, & Fireplace. Shadewood Village centrally located on the South side of Owensboro porch. Thoroughly updated with all new appliances, lighting fixtures, and luxury vinyl w/ easy access to all local amenities. Gourmet Custom Kitchen Cabinets w/Corbels & Detailed flooring. Call for a virtual or personal tour. MLS #R79139A Moldings, Granite Counter-tops, Breakfast Bar, Great Room w/Custom Built-in cabinets. Large private 1st Floor Owner’s Suite w/Walk-in Closet & sitting area. Flex Space or dedicated Office at Text or Call 270-570-5533 the entry Foyer. Second living Space Upstairs w/2 Bedrooms and a Full Bath. Beautiful Lighting Glenn Ashby, Broker Realtor®, AgentGlenn@gmail.com Fixtures, Hardware, and Excellent Color Choices throughout. Covered Deck, Patio Grilling area, RE/MAX Professional Realty Group www.AgentGlenn.com and Privacy Fenced Backyard. One block from the Greenbelt and a short walk to the Dairy Queen 3115 Commonwealth Court Suite A-2 www.twitter.com/AgentGlenn on Hwy 231. Dual zone air conditioning system upgrade. MLS #R79145A

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Top ways to lighten up your home workspace

BY STATEPOINT

Many people have found themselves working from home.

Whether setting up shop at the kitchen table or creating a complete home office, here are simple hacks to make your new work environment comfortable and productive.

“No matter which room becomes your workspace, proper lighting plays a key role in avoiding fatigue, eye strain and other discomforts,” said Jennifer Kis, director of marketing communications, Progress Lighting.

Begin by defining your workspace. Setting up on the kitchen or dining table can work -- temporarily. The upside is that it’s quick and easy. But these rooms are typically high-traffic areas, leading to distractions. Plus, you might have to pack up work at mealtimes. Instead, re-purpose a small table and chair and place it in an out-of-the-way spot, such as a stairwell or bedroom corner.

Next, think about lighting. Layering light is a basic technique that should be used in every room, but especially home offices.

“Balance the lighting for different times of day. Natural light for day, layered light for afternoon and task lighting at night,” recommends Piper Stromatt, lead designer and partner for Curate Custom Homes. “There are three layers of light to consider: ambient or general light, task lighting and decorative or accent lighting.”

Select a location with a good source of ambient light. Natural light is ideal: it diffuses throughout the space, bouncing off walls and ceilings to cut down on glare that can reflect on the computer monitor and the shiny desk surface.

“When selecting ambient light sources, the goal is to illuminate the entire space without creating undue glare and contrast, which can lead to headaches and eye strain,” says Kis. “If possible, avoid using overhead ceiling fixtures as the primary source of lighting. If that’s the only option, use a dimmer switch to vary light levels as needed.”

Positioning your workspace correctly also helps. For rooms with natural light, place your desk perpendicular to the window, ideally facing north or south so that sunlight doesn’t cast shadows at certain times of the day. If an overhead fixture is the only light source, situate your workstation so that the light shines from behind it.

“Make sure your home office suits your performance under particular lighting conditions,” says Stromatt, who recommends the following tips: • Don’t set your monitor in front of the window; the bright background light shining behind the screen causes eye strain.

• Place your chair at least arm’s length from the screen so that it can be seen without reading glasses or squinting.

• Add LED tape lighting behind your monitor or under a desk for diffused light.

• Use solar shades to soften lighting and lessen heat.

After setting up a glare-free workstation, add task lighting.

Use dedicated light sources such as desk lamps for tasks like paperwork and filing. Place direct task lights on the opposite side of the hand you write with to avoid casting shadows onto your work.

Finally, add accent lighting for visual appeal. Frame your workspace with desk lamps or install a permanent fixture on a dimmer switch, such as a pendant hung directly over the desk.

Wall sconces can throw light on decorative objects in the room.

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NEW LISTING

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4 BD 2 BA Move-in ready, custom built-ins, trey/vaulted ceilings, granite, crown molding, heated tile floors in the kitchen and master bath, large bedrooms, and large trex deck.

3 BD 1 BA Large family room addition with vaulted ceilings, updated kitchen and bath, covered back porch, beautiful fenced back yard, attached 1 car garage and a detached garage.

4 BD 2 BA Well built brick ranch with over 2200 sq. ft., formal dining area, sunroom, private office space, stone fireplace, back patio, large lot, and oversized 2 car att. garage.

3 BD 2 BA Practically brand new home built in 2019 in the Bluegrass Commons Neighborhood, beautiful updated flooring, high end appliances, split bedroom and open concept living.

Call: Mary Mattingly

Call: Jaclyn Midkiff

Call: Mary Mattingly

Call: Wes Donahue

4631 Arborgate Drive • $269,900

310 W Warwick Drive • $119,900

MLS 79181

1121 Boswell Road • $299,900

4 BD 2.5 BA Historic charm with modern luxury, farmhouse kitchen, granite, extra-large master suite, beautiful hardwood floors, gas fireplaces, crown molding, double detached garage, and stunning scenic views on approx. 4.81 acres. Additional 22+ acres available.

Call: Jaclyn Midkiff

2615 Old Hartford Road • $189,900

MLS 79150

5065 Jack Hinton Rd • $724,900

NEW LISTING

2385 Ottawa Drive • $184,500

MLS 79131

1406 Gilbert Lane • $106,000

3138 Old Hartford Road • $159,900

5 BD 4 BA Luxury and amenities abound at this French country style home, 5000 sq ft, open living space, chef style kitchen, formal dining room, full finished bsmt, detailed exterior, 1.5 acre stocked pond on 5.5 scenic acres.

3 BD 1 BA With a little know-how and skills, you’ll have a wonderful home, 1 car attached garage, replacement windows, privacy fence, and finished basement for another bedroom, game room or den.

LAND inside bypass!! 4 adjoining tracts available with various options for improvements. The addresses are 3138 & 3212 Old Hartford Road & 1500 Bowie Trail zoned AU, R1A & R3MF respectively.

Call: Kelly Crabtree

Call: Johnny Phillips

Call: Charlie Dawson

MLS 78840

MLS 78579

MLS 78560

(270)

CHARLIE DAWSON Principal Broker (270) 313-7428

CHAD DAY Realtor® (270) 316-8077

JEFF DAY Realtor® (270) 903-7559

NICOLE BAKER Office Manager (270) 926-9999

ANDREA WIDMER Realtor® (270) 570-0449

JACLYN MIDKIFF Realtor® (270) 792-2247

5141 Pleasant Valley Road • $89,900

7.156 Acres Looking for quiet country living on the desirable east county? This picturesque tract in Philpot is the perfect spot for your new home and conveniently located near the HWY 54 retail corridor.

MLS 78524

JOHNNY PHILLIPS Realtor® (270) 302-8749

ROBERT WILLIAMS Realtor® (270) 313-2855

1151 Rochester Road • $149,900

4 BD 2 BA home with over 2,500 sq. ft., basement (3rd bath), bonus room, lots of cabinet space, stone gas log fireplace, enclosed porch, 2 car att. gar., 30x32 barn w/ loft, and 30x48 shop on 2 acres just outside Beaver Dam.

Call: Jaclyn Midkiff

MLS 78268

IRYNA TINCHER Realtor® (270) 313-1022

MARY MATTINGLY Realtor® (270) 314-7440

KIM ROBERTS Realtor® (270) 903-6442

STEVE GLENN Realtor® (270) 570-1828

WES DONAHUE Realtor® (270) 314-9952

KELLY CRABTREE Realtor® (270) 316-3164

2116 Daniels Lane • $699,900

10.10 acres at the corner of Daniels Lane and Hayden Road, in very close proximity to the hospital and Gateway Commons development. Outstanding potential for residential or business development.

Call: Robert Williams

MLS 78251

112 Allen Street MLS 78548

6255 W Timberlane Court • $439,900 3 BD 3 BA Beautiful home with impressive views in Henderson, spacious open layout, den has been converted into a 2 car attached garage for more storage, and 2 car detached garage.

MLS 77075

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY 900 W 9th St. • $250,000

All Steel Bldg Metal siding, office, two (2) ADA restrooms, three (3) 12X14 garage doors, concrete floor, front/rear concrete parking. Additional land +/- 1 acre next door can be purchased separately for $100,000 (814 W 9th St).

Call: Charlie Dawson

MLS MLS72475 67357

Downtown Owensboro, high foot traffic 1524 Frederica Street MLS 78319 Newly renovated office space Call: Robert Williams

926-9999

DONNA BITTNER Realtor® (270) 314-4869

Lease Opportunities

Call: Charlie Dawson

MLS 78552

GoTripleCrown.com

401 Frederica St STE 101A, Owensboro, KY 42301

Call: Jeff Day

MLS 78841

1416 Breckenridge St. • $209,000

Formerly JD’s Restaurant, REMODELED includes the dishes, tables, a house, the front part of the lot is zoned B-4, the back part of the lot with the house is zoned R-4D T. Restaurant is available for lease.

Call: Charlie Dawson

MLS 78147

Land Opportunities 12425 Hwy 431 MLS 78575 $120,000 10 acres, zoned A-R, partially wooded 10745 Hwy 431 MLS 78574 $40,000 1.205 acre lot across from Utica Post Office 10725 Hwy 431 MLS 78573 $40,000 1.205 acre lot across from Utica Post Office Call: Robert Williams 118 W Byers Ave MLS 73445 $50,000 Vacant corner lot, zoned R1-B Call: Charlie Dawson

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POOL 5065 Jack Hinton Rd $724,900

5 BD 4 BA Luxury and amenities abound at this French country style home, 5000 sq ft, open living space, chef style kitchen, formal dining room, full finished bsmt, detailed exterior, 1.5 acre stocked pond on 5.5 scenic acres.

Call: Kelly Crabtree MLS 78579