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FROM THE EDITOR
Publisher/Creative Director Jason Tanner Editor Steven Wilson
OUR ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY
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the first issue of Owensboro Living Magazine in October
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continued to flourish, and we’ve had no shortage of compelling Contributors
stories to share. The features in this issue introduce our audience to
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a different collection of talented musicians, spotlight the rebuilding
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of a resilient church, and highlight the impact Owensboro is making
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on a global crisis.
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Members of the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra. From L-R: Julianne Gunn (violin), Tiffany Freeman (string bass), Paula Humphreys (flute), Nick Palmer (Maestro) Ross Erickson (percussion), Daniel Kirgan (trumpet), Romina Monsanto (cello)
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Thousands of residents and visitors
Owensboro. “With more than 15,000
took to downtown Owensboro, on
people walking and biking the bridge in
Saturday, September 6, for Bridge Day.
addition to everyone at the East Bridge
“We are thrilled with the turnout again
Arts Festival, Hilliard Lyons Fitness
this year and how much the community Classic and numerous other events, it is enjoying the opportunity to enjoy
is obvious the community enjoys all of
the Bridge Day events,” said Tim Ross,
the activities that were happening in
Director of Public Events for the City of
downtown Owensboro.”
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BRIDGE DAY
BARTON DARRELL NAMED PRESIDENT OF KENTUCKY WESLEYAN COLLEGE Kentucky Wesleyan
RAMSEY PLACES IN TOP 12 AT MISS AMERICA Miss Kentucky Ramsey Carpenter, who grew
of Agriculture’s “Kentucky Proud” program,
up right down the road in Hartford, made the
which encourages consumers to purchase
final competition and finished in the top 12 at
products produced in Kentucky and to maintain
the Miss America Competition. Since becoming
a healthy and active lifestyle. Congratulations
Miss Kentucky in July, Carpenter has been
Ramsey! We are all very proud of you.
one busy woman with her duties representing the Bluegrass State. Now that she had such a great showing tonight at Miss America, she’ll be getting even more opportunities. As Miss Kentucky, Ramsey chose her platform to be Multiple Sclerosis Awareness, a condition which she was diagnosed with in 2010. She also serves as a spokesperson for the Kentucky Department
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College Board of Trustees announced the appointment of Barton D. Darrell as the thirty-fourth president of Kentucky Wesleyan College. Darrell has served as vice president of external services at the College since October 2013. He is a 1984 graduate of Wesleyan. His father, Dr. Bob Darrell, is a professor emeritus of English at Kentucky Wesleyan College, where he taught from 1969 – 2000.
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East Bridge
CHALK ART
Organizations, groups and even 3D artists from
Chicago picked up chalk and took to Second Street in downtown Owensboro as part of the East Bridge Arts and Music Festival by Studio Slant. “We thought it was a perfect and a beautiful day. Everything ran smoothly, we couldn’t have asked for a better day,” said Katherine
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Taylor of Studio Slant.
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Owensboro has another motorcycle
was born and raised here in Owensboro
racing champion! Hayden Gillim (19) was and grew up in the Philpot area, where
GILLIM CROWNED SUPERSPORT CHAMPION
crowned AMA (American Motorcycle
he went to Country Heights, Daviess
Association) Pro SuperSport Champion
County Middle School, and graduated
Sunday at New Jersey’s Motorsports
from Daviess County High School. “I
Park. It was a hard fought win as Gillim
started racing dirt tracks with family at
finished just two points ahead of Dustin
the age of 6,” Gillim said, “and it grew
Dominguez as they battled all the way to
into my full time job.” He
the finish. After coming in second three
can now add AMA
years in a row, Gillim was able to capture
Pro SuperSport
the title this time. “I fought for this title
Champion to
for four years and it feels great to win it,”
his resume.
Hayden told Owensboro Living. Gillim
US 60 BYPASS EXTENSION OPENS
OWENSBORO MAYOR NAMED ELECTED OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR Mayor Ron Payne was selected as the 2014 Elected City Official of the Year by the Kentucky League of Cities for the development and implementation of the riverfront and downtown.
A 6-mile section of the new U.S. 60 bypass extension is now open to traffic after years of work. The contractor for the Kentucky
to an elected official that
Transportation Cabinet started opening lanes in September and
demonstrates outstanding
finished up paving near the Highway 60 travel plaza. Although open, the extension will be completed later in the year. The current traffic configuration will be in place until late this fall when final connections between the new lanes and the ramp should be finished.
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leadership, innovation and excellence in local governance. An independent panel of judges selects the awards.
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ANHEUSER-BUSCH CLYDESDALES TO JOIN 2014 CHRISTMAS PARADE
OWENSBORO LIVING WEBSITE RELAUNCHED We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: This is an exciting time to live in Owensboro! One year ago, Owensboro Living Magazine launched its inaugural issue, and we have been blessed with overwhelming community support. Over the past year, we have had the privilege of covering a number of exciting stories and events
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in and around our city. From the opening of the Owensboro Convention Center to the biggest ROMP yet, Owensboro Living has proudly brought you a behind the scenes look at the people, places and happenings that make our
Kate Higdon, owner and photographer
know I am right where I’m supposed to
at Captured Moments Photography
be and doing what I’m supposed to be
Studio in Owensboro,was named a
doing,” Higdon said. In 2014, she was one
Diamond Medalist during Professional
of only 26 Diamond Photographers of
source for local news in Owensboro and Western
Photographers of America’s 2014
the Year. This International Photographic
Kentucky. “The Buzz” section in our print
International Photographic Competition.
Exhibition is held in conjunction with
version simply wasn’t big enough to contain all of
Although Higdon has entered the
Imaging USA, an annual convention and
the amazing things going on in our city. Updated
competition for the last 7 years, this is her
expo for professional photographers
daily, owensboroliving.com is quickly becoming
first year winning top honors, which she
and several photographic associations.
says only 2 percent of photographers ever Higdon’s work will be on display at the achieve. “I just consider this validation. To
Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, Tennessee,
be judged by my peers in the industry. I
February 1-3, 2015.
The Owensboro-Daviess County Christmas Parade announced the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales will be joining the 2014 parade. “We have pursued the Clydesdales for several years now. Finally with the cooperation of the Evansville Christmas on Main Parade we were able to gather their attention and show them how serious we were about them participating,” said parade spokesperson.
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BY STEVEN WILSON
A LOCAL CURE FOR A GLOBAL CRISIS For the world’s population, and those in West Africa in particular, the Ebola virus represents a serious threat to human health. The latest information from the World Health Organization shows at least 1,848 people have died in the current Ebola outbreak in West Africa, a figure that now exceeds the total number of recorded deaths previously caused by Ebola since its discovery in 1976.
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Accounting for all outbreaks up until the current epidemic,
plant for a variety of clients, including government agencies.
WHO data shows there have been over 2,800 deaths from 5,800
One such contract is with Mapp Biopharmaceutical, which
cases of Ebola. The largest previous outbreak was in Uganda
retained KBP to develop a process to manufacture a compound
in 2000, where 425 people were infected and 224 died. WHO
that is designed to be a post-exposure treatment for Ebola.
counts 25 previous outbreaks, including the outbreak in 1976
KBP’s expertise lies in the use of plant-based processes to
when scientists first became aware of the virus.
make compounds or proteins, rather than the traditional
Still, despite the staggering death toll in the wake of the
use of animal-based processes used by most pharmaceutical
Ebola outbreak, there is hope for a cure. There are also ways
companies. The plant-based system offers some advantages
we can help those suffering, such as donating money to feed
over other systems – it is comparatively quick and its yields
people in the areas most devastated by the virus. With this
may be more effective than those of other systems.
feature, Owensboro Living explains how these sources of hope
and help are rooted right here in our city.
tobacco plant, which acts like a photocopier, replicating the
In simple terms, substances can be introduced into the
proteins within the plant cells. The plants are then harvested,
HOPE FOR A CURE
the proteins are extracted and purified and used to create the
biopharmaceutical product the client is looking to develop.
With the world focused on the plight of those infected with
Ebola in West Africa, one company in Owensboro is receiving
According to Barry Bratcher, KBP’s Chief Operating
nearly as much attention for its involvement in the effort
Officer,
to eradicate the virus. Situated on 23 acres in Owensboro,
manufacturing facility and large plant-growing facilities
Kentucky
biomass
are the largest of their kind in the world. We also employ
facilities are a vital part of a concerted effort to combat the
true experts in tobacco agronomy and are so proud of the
viral threat.
extraordinary work they have undertaken in the last year.”
Bioprocessing’s
manufacturing
and
KBP, who was purchased by Reynolds American, Inc. in
“We
believe
that
KBP’s
32,000-square-foot
With the work of organizations like Owensboro’s Kentucky
January 2014, conducts contract research and development
Bioprocessing, early results provide hope that producing
related to protein expression and extraction from the tobacco
a cure is possible. The first patients to receive ZMapp, Dr.
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Kent Brantley and Nancy Writebol, two American health workers
Ebola virus particularly dangerous for its people. In addition to
in Liberia, were transported to the United States, and released from
the major issue of lack of adequate healthcare, Brother G adds that
the hospital on August 21.
Liberian culture itself also adds an element of difficulty in the fight against the virus. “Perhaps the real threat of Ebola to Liberians is
HELPING THE SUFFERING
that the way the virus spreads is diametrically opposed to everything
about Liberian culture. Ebola spreads by bodily contact and through
As much as the virus directly impacts those infected, there is
also massive collateral damage to the families of the victims.
In
bodily fluids like sweat, tears, saliva, etc. Liberians are raised to
particular, the spread of the virus has created a great need for food
live in close contacts. Several families may cramp in one house,
assistance in countries like Liberia, where over 3,000 people have
sometimes as many as 30 persons in the same house; it is common
been infected, according to the CDC, and where the imposition of
for a family of five to sleep in one bedroom. When Liberians meet
a state of emergency makes it difficult to access basic resources.
they are eager to shake hands and embrace. All these cultural ways
Recognizing this need, Church for All, a nondenominational
play right into the hands of Ebola, and that’s why entire families of
Christian church in Owensboro, has spearheaded a campaign called
five, ten or fifteen are dying from the disease.”
Ebola Food Assistance. This ministry exists as part of the church’s
Mission Liberia outreach, and is particularly near and dear to the
and others from Church for All have taken annual mission trips
heart of Rev. M. Garswa Matally, the church’s pastor.
Matally,
to Liberia, and have also planted several churches in the country.
also known as Brother G, is a native of Liberia, who moved to the
Those churches have begun serving as distribution centers for the
United States in the wake of the Liberian Civil War. He explained
food purchased with American donations. Thus far, with donations
that because of the lack of food imports since the outbreak of the
from within the church, and from the community at large, Church
virus (Liberia imports 90% of its staple food, rice), hunger and
for All has been able to send $1,261 to Liberia, with another $1,500
malnourishment are becoming as much of a threat to the Liberian
scheduled to be sent in October.
people as the virus itself.
Ebola Food Assistance, contact Church for All at (270)688-8232, or
at attend@church4all.com.
To gain a better understanding of the situation in West Africa,
So what can Owensboroans do to help? Since 2012, Brother G
To donate to Mission Liberia’s
we asked Brother G about the conditions in Liberia that make the
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GIVING BACK what cancer tried to take.
BY DR. JANAE MAHER OWENSBORO HEALTH COSMETIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
When a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, she’s faced with a disease that can take things. We often understand the physicality of what a cancer diagnosis can take. It is literally a fight for her life; and in the course of treating and beating breast cancer, we may have to remove part or all of one or both breasts. But we sometimes forget that’s not the only thing that the disease can take away. It can take a woman’s confidence, her self-esteem, her joy and peace of mind.
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Fortunately, medicine today has something to offer these
• Multiple, short surgeries;
women: Hope. We have the means to give women back what
• Shorter recovery time;
cancer tried to take from them, and help them to recover both
• No natural sag, stays firm over time, may appear less natural
physically and emotionally from the fight of their life.
with time.
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2 . Autologous
According to the American Cancer Society, one out of every
another part of the woman’s body, the breast can be rebuilt,
eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their
either pedicled (tissue left connected to its blood supply and
lifetime. Everyone knows someone affected by the disease; they
tunneled to breast area) or free (tissue completely removed and
are the brave faces of our mothers, our sisters, our wives, our
then microsurgically reattached).
friends.
• Longer surgery and recovery time, depending on type of
In terms of breast reconstruction, studies have revealed:
• Feels, looks more natural;
• Less than a quarter of women (23 percent) know the wide
• Leaves a scar at site of tissue taken to reconstruct the breast.
reconstruction – Using tissue taken from
surgery performed;
range of breast reconstruction options available; • Only 22 percent of women are familiar with the quality of outcomes that can be expected;
3 . Autologous reconstruction with implant – Combining both of the above types of reconstruction.
• Less than one in five women (19 percent) understand that timing their treatment for breast cancer and when they
These reconstruction techniques can be performed either
decide to undergo reconstruction can have a huge impact
immediately at the time of the mastectomy, or in a delayed
on their options and results;
fashion, months or even years after the cancer surgery. Whether
• However, 89 percent of women want to see and know more
or not the surgery is done immediately or delayed often depends
about possible breast reconstruction surgery results before
on the type and stage of the cancer. Patients should talk to
they have their own cancer surgery.
their breast surgeon as soon as possible about whether or not
*All stats courtesy of bradayusa.org
immediate reconstruction is a safe and reasonable option for them. Depending on the treatment needs after cancer surgery
Women want to know about what can be done to help them
get back what their cancer is trying to take from them, and
(chemotherapy/radiation), it is sometimes better to wait and fully treat the cancer before proceeding to the reconstruction.
that’s where medical professionals like me come in.
T E A M P L AY E R S REPAIR, RESTORE, REJOICE
When I initially talk to my patients about breast
Advancements in technology, surgical technique and
reconstruction, I do a lot of listening. I need to know what my
medical knowledge mean that women today have a wide
patient wants out of starting this process, in terms of how she
variety of options when it comes to reconstruction and repair
wants to look and feel. What kind of social support does she
after cancer surgery and treatment.
have? What is going on in her life, not just now, but next week, next month, next year, in the next 10 years?
There are three types of breast reconstruction:
Breast reconstruction is a process that takes time to
1 . Reconstruction
using implants – An implant filled with
complete, and it’s my job to help inform and guide the patient,
silicone gel or saline solution is used to recreate the breast
not just on what I can technically do, but on what makes sense
either immediately or after a series of expansions with a tissue
for her and her life. If the patient and I set realistic goals for
expander.
what we set out to achieve together, I am much more likely to
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Owensboro Health Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery will host a BRA Day event at our office, located in Suite #303 in the Breckenridge Medical Plaza at 1000 Breckenridge Street in Owensboro. The event will be from 5 to 8 p.m. and is free and open to the public. For more information about BRA Day, visit www.bradayusa.org. For more information about our local event for the day, call 270-688-3700.
Ultimately, this entire process
starts with knowledge, and that’s why we encourage women to educate themselves about this subject, to help close the loop on breast cancer. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and October 15 is National Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day. That’s when we get a chance to reach out to women everywhere and show
be able to meet her expectations so that she is happy and able to them that there is hope of getting back what cancer tries to smile each day when she looks at herself in the mirror. That’s the take. I encourage you to come visit with us on October 15 (see best result I can ever ask for. The patient is a critical part of the the sidebar for details), and to also talk to women you’re close to. We want you to be powerful as you fight to regain your life; team when it comes to planning out her care.
It is a team effort, and I truly mean that. The care plan doesn’t and knowledge is power.
just include me and the patient, but involves the breast surgeons, Dr. Janae Maher is a plastic surgeon with Owensboro Health Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery. Her office is located in geneticists, nurses and the patient’s family and friends. We can’t Suite #303 in the Breckenridge Medical Plaza, located at 1000 just think about our own separate part of the process. When we Breckenridge Street in Owensboro. The event will include refreshments and information about breast reconstruction and work together, we have the ability to see the big picture and other surgical procedures performed by Dr. Maher. For more envision the best outcome for the patient. information, call 270-688-3700.
radiation
oncologists,
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oncologists,
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gynecologists,
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When you look in the mirror, do you feel confident? Sometimes, what we see in the mirror doesn’t match up with how we’d like to look. Whether it’s due to a birth defect, pregnancy, weight loss, the normal aging process, illness or injury, life’s ups and downs can cause cosmetic imperfections that may take away a person’s pride and self-confidence. Owensboro Health Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery can help.
Cosmetic
Reconstructive
• Face and neck rejuvenation • Breast lift (mastopexy) • Breast augmentation/reduction • Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) • Liposuction • Body contouring (following weight loss)
• Breast reconstruction • Reconstructive surgery following cancer or trauma
Non-Surgical Procedures • Botox® / Xeomin® injection • Dermal filler injection • Laser hair removal • Laser skin rejuvenation and resurfacing • Tattoo removal • ZO® Skin Health retailer
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It’s the journey I get to take with my patients… from seeing the hope in their eyes when we talk about the options they have at our very first visit, to the joy on their faces when they see the results...that’s why I love what I do. JANAE M AH ER, M .D.
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adeline Abramson is often recognized
so screening is especially important for our
as the wife of former Louisville
residents.
mayor, and current Lieutenant Governor of
Kentucky, Jerry Abramson. Or perhaps it’s
her years as honorary chair for “DIB Day” and
another association as mother to her son,
spoken to countless Kentuckians about colon
Sidney. She says she is honored to hold each
cancer, while also hearing personal stories.
of those positions, but they are not her only
She says she has seen some very unique
notable titles.
ways communities spread the word about
Born in Louisville, Mrs. Abramson said
this disease.
that she loves her home city and counts herself
giant colon, which was hosted in Owensboro
lucky to have been afforded opportunities to
at Towne Square Mall and sponsored by the
travel throughout the Bluegrass. She enjoys
Kentucky Cancer Program on March 15, 2014.
Owensboro very much and fondly recalls
She smiles, “It’s a great way to raise awareness.”
attending the opening of the RiverPark Center
During March -- Colon Cancer Awareness
in 1992.
Month -- the big orange colon has toured
While visiting Owensboro recently, Mrs.
across the state to schools, malls, museums,
Abramson discussed her passion for Kentucky
hospitals, and health fairs. The colon is also
families and for people.
on exhibit each year at the Kentucky State
For the past six years, Madeline Abramson
Fair, where about 56,000 people walk through
has served as honorary chair for “Dress in
to learn about the benefits of screening,
Blue (DIB) Day,” the first Friday in March,
while also having the opportunity to receive
to recognize the importance of colon cancer
a colon cancer screening kit. Mrs. Abramson
screening, awareness and education. She
says, “We are grateful to the support from
partners with the Kentucky Cancer Program
the media to promote “Dress in Blue Day”
to get the message to all Kentuckians.
through
When asked why she became a voice
and
for the cause, she notes that after her own
community organizations have embraced the
screening experience, she felt it important
message of awareness each March.
to discuss that screening can prevent colon
cancer by finding polyps and removing them
highlighted by Mrs. Abramson, are that colon
before they become cancer. Early detection can
cancer screening should start at age 50 and
reduce cancer deaths by finding the disease
sooner if you are at risk, especially if there is
in an early stage when treatments are most
family history. African Americans should start
effective. Unfortunately, Kentucky has some
screening at age 45. Colon cancer screening is
of the highest cancer rates in the country,
covered by health insurance, Medicare, and
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Mrs. Abramson has traveled the state in
That includes the inflatable,
radio,
magazines.”
television,
newspapers,
Owensboro
media
and
Key messages for colon cancer awareness, as
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the Affordable Care Act. Those without insurance should
educational and employment opportunities in manufacturing,
contact their local health department. Governor Steve Beshear
technology and team building. She has volunteered with the
has allocated funding for the new Kentucky Colon Cancer
American Red Cross for 25 years, and is very excited to be a
Screening Program to get more Kentuckians screened.
spokesperson for “55,000 Degrees,” whose goal is to increase
educational attainment by 55,000 postsecondary degrees by
“Cancer-Free Families for Kentucky” is one of the Kentucky
Cancer Program’s campaigns endorsed by Mrs. Abramson and
2020 in the greater Louisville area.
First Lady Jane Beshear. She says that colon cancer screening
is an important part of “Cancer-Free Families for Kentucky”
but her selfless nature makes it easy for people to keep her time
because of its preventive benefits.
The program urges
occupied. She feels fortunate for the kindness people have
Kentuckians to take advantage of available cancer screenings
shown to their family over the years and to have a network
like mammograms, colonoscopies, and pap smears, which can
of support that lends itself for her to be a wife, mother, sister,
detect cancers in early stages for better treatment outcomes.
friend and philanthropist, all at once. It’s not hard to see that
It also promotes healthy lifestyle behaviors to prevent cancer,
she succeeds quite well at each of them.
such as eating healthier, regular exercise, and avoiding tobacco
use. Mrs. Abramson says, “The goal is to reduce the cancer
to be involved in endeavors in which you believe, and to
burden in Kentucky now and for generations to come through
participate in activities you do not mind to read about on the
education, outreach, and screening.” In perfect timing, the
front page of the paper. As you can see, her work, from colon
program supports the Lt. Governor’s new initiative, “Kentucky
cancer awareness to higher education, is certainly front-page-
Health Now,” to bring partners together to address some of our
worthy for the right reasons.
state’s greatest health concerns.
Mrs. Abramson is a great example to Kentuckians
When not acting as “DIB Day Chair,” Mrs. Abramson
that passion, education (health and postsecondary) and
is also the Chairperson for the Kentucky Commission on
perseverance will take our state to the top…in more than just
Women, where she encourages women and girls to look at
basketball.
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Keeping busy is not a hard task for Madeline Abramson,
Mrs. Abramson feels it is important to make good choices,
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OWENSBORO taking to the skies I
Friday Evening
n its first two years, the Owensboro Air Show has
Friday is your chance to see all the planes that will be
quickly become one of Owensboro’s premier signature
performing Saturday, up close. They will be on display
events. With more viewing areas open and several added
Friday evening at the airport, along with several other
attractions, it’s sure to be a much larger crowd this year.
aircraft. Gates open at 4 p.m. Admission is $2 per person
Owensboro Living is excited to bring you an overview of
- kids 10 and under are free.
what to expect as the air show performers take to the skies
City Events Coordinator Tim Ross said that in the
again on Saturday, October 4.
show’s first year, the crowds at the airport were much
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larger than anticipated, and the show only occupied a
runways in the country that offer a chance to run at night
two-hour window on Saturday morning. Because of that
with the runway and taxiway lights on.”
great response, organizers planned to move the displays
Ross says they’re having a great response to the 5K
to Friday night and make a whole evening out of it, but
already, and his office was getting emails from people
that effort was rained out. This year, they’ve planned a full
before it was even promoted. Participants will need to
night of activities.
register, because only those with bib numbers will be
“By 6:30, we’ll have planes in the sky doing some fly-
allowed on the runway. Proceeds from the run will benefit
overs and formations,” said Ross. As soon as it’s dark
the Bluegrass Chapter of Honor Flight for veterans.
enough, the Golden Knights parachute team will jump with pyrotechnics attached to their feet. There will also be
Saturday
two other planes with pyrotechnics and afterburners flying
Again, the main performance will be 1-3:30 p.m. over
over after dark as well, all leading up to a fireworks display
the Ohio River along the riverfront. Since the Convention
to conclude the aerial portion of the night.
Center is open this year, they will have their lower
Then the Runway 5K will start immediately following
terrace open with seating for an additional viewing area.
the last aerial performance, as fireworks continue overhead
McConnell Plaza will also be open, so there will be a lot
for about the first ten minutes of the run. It truly will be a
more room downtown for this year’s event. Still, even
unique experience. “When do you get a chance to run on
larger crowds are expected this year, so Ross says it’s a good
the runway?” quipped Tim Ross. “There are only a few
idea to arrive early to get a good spot.
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Another added attraction this year is a B25 Bomber from World War II. “We’ve reached out to about a dozen local WWII veterans,” Ross said. “We’re going to honor them by sending them up in the B25 to give them a chance to relive that experience and reminisce with other veterans who had the same shared experience of being in WWII.” Ross credits the success of the D-Day Anniversary ceremony at the Sports Center with inspiring that idea. “Attendance was good and it was a very moving time, so we decided to do something similar to that as part of the Air Show this year.”
community. “This is not just for our residents, because we definitely know that we are drawing visitors in from
Growth and Impact
outside our community, and it’s helping our marketing
The fact that our Air Show is free is another huge
by that word of mouth,” Ross explained. The city has
selling point. We take it for granted, but Ross says most
received lots of feedback that people enjoy the event,
air shows in larger cities are at air fields where you have
especially from social media, but they also get emails
to pay admission. For the city, investing in the Air Show
from people in Nashville, Louisville, and even St. Louis.
is money well spent because of the impact it has on our
Clearly, word is spreading.
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Of course, bringing visitors to town for an event makes an economic impact, but there’s also a secondary benefit of free marketing that an event of this scale provides.
Some of these performers
have built-in followings of hundreds or thousands of aviation buffs from all over North America. When their fans or followers look them up to see when the Canadian F18s or the Golden Knights are performing next, they’ll see that they are flying in the Owensboro Air Show. So all those people that follow these groups and performers are hearing about Owensboro because of the Air Show.
“There’s no
way to measure the impact of that, but we know that the Air Show helps to market
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Owensboro as a destination because of that recognition on a much larger scale than just the billboards you see or the radio ads you hear around the region,” Ross said. Ross also finds that the performers are talking about our show to each other. “When I go to the conference for the air show industry, there are performers coming up to me and saying ‘Hey! Owensboro, Kentucky - I’ve heard a lot of good things about your show.’ And that was just in two years. So obviously that speaks well of our community, because past performers are telling other performers, and our name is getting out there.” Just looking at the crowd growth from the first year to last year indicates that the City of Owensboro is on the right track with this event.
TIPS FOR ENJOYING THE OWENSBORO AIR SHOW: Most performers will do practice runs on Friday afternoon, so if you’re not able to be there Saturday, you might catch some action Friday afternoon. Lawn chairs and binoculars are encouraged. Don’t forget sunscreen.
Bigger crowds, more
activities, and more room to grow downtown: these
For best views, plan to arrive early.
are all good signs that the future is looking up for the Owensboro Air Show.
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ARTICLE BY
STUART PECK PHOTOS BY
ADAM PARIS
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or most people, nightmares about killers lurking
“I’ve always been a fan of supernatural things –
in the inky black corners of a library, in the
scary things,” Starks said. “It’s exciting to make a
dead of the night, are the types of dreams we
horror film. The thing about the genre is you can
wake up to in a cold sweat and try to forget. For
have other genres built in… drama, comedy, there
P.J. Starks, nightmares fuel his inspiration and drive
can even be historical aspects.”
his creativity. Starks, a professed movie buff, says
he has grown up watching horror flicks with none
jumpstarted his interest in creating independent
other than his grandmother. When I caught up with
horror films. However, Starks’ passion for making
him on a Friday night, he was going straight from
films started long before, when he was given a
our interview to her house to watch the remake of
camcorder, and began creating movies with his
Maniac. The writer, director and producer has been
friends in his parents’ basement.
the creator of independent films since 2008, when
Starks, along with Jim Blanton of the Daviess
he first took a stab at the horror genre with Hallows
County Public Library, had another idea; this
Eve.
time for a film school that would give people from
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Owensboro and the surrounding region a chance to experience filmmaking firsthand. Together, they developed the idea, called the “Unscripted Film School.” The library was thrilled to be a part of the project, and in January, Starks and his crew created their first batch of films as part of the program. They held a premiere at the library, where the eight-minute horror short, Lucky (directed by Jakob Bilinski, written by Todd Martin and produced by Starks and Blanton) won the “Audience Choice Award.” Now, less than a year later, Starks is back at it with the film school’s second project: Volumes of Blood. “Ever since we hit the ground with this project, things have fallen into place,” according to Starks. “My goal is basically to bring Hollywood to Owensboro.” Starks has done pretty much just that with this latest project, bringing filmmakers from Los Angeles to participate in Volumes of Blood. Even though some are traveling from far to work on the project, Starks states there will be nearly 100 people involved in the films, either as cast or crew, and the large majority of those people will be locals. Here’s the breakdown of the VOB project: five indie horror films shot in five days between August and November. All of the films will have common threads and be linked together into an anthology that will be called Volumes of Blood.
The films
include: That’s A Wrap! – Directed by Lee Vervoort; A Little Pick Me Up – Directed by John Kenneth Muir; Ghastly – Directed by P.J. Starks; Encyclopedia Satanica – Directed by Nathan Thomas Milliner; 13 After Midnight – Directed by Jakob Bilinski. “The body count will be higher [than Hallows Eve], the deaths a little more elaborate,” Starks explains. Already, three of the five films have been shot, including Ghastly, which was directed by Starks himself. He said it was a cram session of sorts to get all of the film’s 180 shots in less than eight hours. 32 OWENSBORO LIVING
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Building excitement has been easy in some regards
and a challenge in others, according to Starks. No longer is the horror genre seen as the “ugly stepchild” of cinema and television. With popular television shows such as The Walking Dead and Hannibal, the genre has become really mainstream. PJ Starks managed to raise over $4,000 for the project on the popular crowdfunding website, Kickstarter. “This is the first real project with a budget,” he exclaims, kind of laughing about his success. “I’m an independent filmmaker. I don’t hate money, but my goal has never been to make money. It’s a testament to the community. People came out of the woodwork to fund this project.” Most of the money raised will go toward special effects, which he admits can be one of the biggest challenges when working to make a horror movie believable. Having a good special effects supervisor is key, and Starks himself prefers making real props, using real blood and guts over using computer34 OWENSBORO LIVING
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generated effects. To him, the blood and guts is a huge part of the fun of making a horror film, and he likes making the gore on set. “From an artistic perspective, it’s more fun to see a real, tangible prop,” Starks said. “You can light it, you can shoot it, you can touch it. I’m not trying to break new ground, I’m just trying to have a good time.” He says the realism depends on the amount of resources you have… and relying on your audience to suspend their disbelief. So does Starks ever think about taking his talent for the weird and scary to the studios and trying to sell himself as a horror guru? He says being in Owensboro is where he plans to stay, and he enjoys the small-town, small-pond mentality. “At the end of the day, I’m a dad, I own a home, I work nine to five. I’ve got a lot of factors that don’t allow me to run off to LA or New York.” In fact, he explains the grass isn’t always greener on the other side… or in his case… may be filled with more blood and guts. Starks has had the luxury of meeting LAbased indie film directors and producers who are amazed with what he’s able to do outside the confines of a Hollywood studio or production company.
With the advent of cheaper high-definition
video cameras and other equipment needed to make a film, it has opened doors for the indie filmmaker to produce high-quality movies and release them straight to DVD or online via video websites like Youtube and Vimeo. Starks is planning a big premiere party for Volumes of Blood at the Owensboro Convention Center scheduled for none other than Friday, March 13, 2015. www.OwensboroLiving.com
VOLUMES OF BLOOD A new horror anthology from Verite Cinema.
SYNOPSIS: Five tales of dread interwoven when a sociology student gathers several of his friends at the local library to help him create a new urban legend with deadly consequences; Lily is in for a late night of researching and needs something to keep her going. It isn’t until she’s approached by a mysterious stranger that her luck may change... for the worse; a typical night of work for a librarian becomes a classic ghost story with a modern twist. Sometimes you can’t keep a bad book down; Sidney is allowed to stay after hours to study for a test. It’s not until she suddenly awakens in the darkened library that she realizes the horrifying truth of what lurks among the stacks of books after midnight. She better pray she doesn’t become the prey; Paige faces regrets that she’d do anything to take back. When an ancient and arcane spell book literally falls into her lap, she decides to make a grave decision. Be careful what you wish for, it might just kill you.
ABOUT THE PROJECT: Verite Cinema is in production on a new horror anthology produced through their Unscripted Film School program at the Daviess County Public Library. Volumes of Blood is produced by Jim Blanton and P.J. Starks, the team behind the indie horror short Lucky. The production will take place from August through November 2014; where 5 indie horror directors will create their visions of terror in Owensboro, KY with an all local/regional cast and crew. The films are: That’s A Wrap! – Directed by Lee Vervoort (The Truck) A Little Pick Me Up – Directed by John Kenneth Muir (The House Between) Ghastly – Directed by P.J. Starks (Hallows Eve: Slaughter on Second Street) Encyclopedia Satanica – Directed by Nathan Thomas Milliner (A Wish For The Dead) 13 After Midnight – Directed by Jakob Bilinski (Three Tears on Bloodstained Flesh) The forthcoming anthology was written by Todd Martin (Lucky & Nightmare Tales). P.J. Starks and Nathan Thomas Milliner (Scream Factory and HorrorHound Magazine artist). The film stars Jim O’Rear (Day of the Dead, Teen Wolf), Jason Crowe (Easter Casket, Back in the Day), Roni Jonah (Overtime, The Zombie Movie), Todd Reynolds (Hallows Eve, Bumsicle), Louisa Torres (Lucky), Kristine Farley (The Creepy Doll), Kevin Roach (Out of the Shadows) and more.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Become a fan on facebook at www.facebook.com/VOBanthology Help us raise a small budget for our practical fx at https://www.kickstarter. com/projects/1024621484/volumes-of-blood You can also follow us on twitter at https://twitter.com/VolumesofBlood
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PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
BY TAMBERLY L. MCCOY, M.D. MS HOSPICE OF WESTERN KENTUCKY MEDICAL DIRECTOR
WESTERN KENTUCKY HOSPICE
IT’S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU LIVE. Hospice is the Standard for End of life Care.
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the last stages of cancer attend his daughter’s wedding. We’ve had birthday parties, and helped unite a parent and an adopted child. Remember, it is about living, not how long you live. When is the Right Time to Ask about Hospice?
It is better to ask sooner. End of life discussions are a difficult
and painful subject. The conversations are emotional and are better off done early on. The last great gift a family can give their loved ones is to respect their wishes to the end of their life. The patient, with the input of the family, can have the discussions of
ospice care is the model for quality care when people are
care choices and goals. Hospice is there to educate and support
facing life-limiting illness or injury regardless of age. This
those choices. We are patient advocates.
type of care involves a team approach that develops a plan of care
Hospice can be contacted by the patient, family member,
that meets the patient’s individual needs and desires for pain and
or referred by the patient’s doctor. After the referral, a hospice
symptom control. The team includes their doctor, the hospice’s
representative typically sees the patient within 48 hours. If the
doctor, licensed nurses, home health aids, social workers, clergy
need is urgent arrangements cans be made to see the patient
and trained volunteers.
sooner. If for some reason the patient does not meet the criteria
Care is primarily provided in the patient’s home. It can
for hospice, they can be placed in Palliative care. Palliative care
be in the traditional home, assisted living, nursing facility, or
is a service that offers another level of support and care for the
even a homeless shelter. The Owensboro area has a beautiful
individual and caregivers so they can get hospice services as
freestanding inpatient facility that can provide acute symptom
soon as they qualify. Patients in hospice care often live longer
management, respite care, or short-term residence for the patient
and more comfortably than similar patients who you don’t use
if the primary caregiver needs urgent help. For example the
hospice services.
patient’s primary caregiver becomes ill or needs surgery.
Services provided include management of the patient’s pain
the care is given through the workweek. Holiday and after-hours
and/or other symptoms. Medications, medical supplies, and
availability is through our on-call nurses. These on-call nurses
medical equipment are provided. Hospice educates the patients
can most often be in your home within the hour. Chaplains and
and their family on the emotional, psychosocial and spiritual
social workers are also available, as well crisis care.
Hospice care is available around the clock. The majority of
aspects of dying. Short-term inpatient care at the Heartford House is available when the patient needs interventions that
How does Hospice keep patients comfortable?
cannot be provided in the home. Bereavement counseling is
The Hospice of Western Kentucky staff is a special
provided for the surviving family members and/or friends. This
group of individuals who are specifically trained in assessing
counseling is provided to members of the community even if you
and managing all types of pain; spiritual, physical, and
have never been involved with hospice.
emotional. There are frequent reviews of medications, goals,
One of the most pleasant questions hospice asks when
and needs of the individual or family. Hospice’s goal is to give
formulating the care plan is “what are your goals?” The goals
quality, compassionate care to the end of life.
or desires of the patient often include a wish or two. Hospice
Hospice care is for patients and their families because
of Western Kentucky has been privileged to facilitate a father in
everyone deserves the best care to the last breath they take.
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SYMPHONY Play On ARTICLE BY
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The lights dimmed in Cannon Hall, cuing the start of the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra’s 49th season, and Maestro Nicholas Palmer took the stage to thundering applause, coolly taking his spot on the podium. The theme for the 2014-2015 season is appropriately entitled “Play On.” With more than 60 services annually, reaching an estimated audience of more than 50,000 per year, that’s exactly what they plan to do.
But as the OSO nears its 50th season, there is absolutely no hint of staleness, or anything close to being out of touch. It’s quite the opposite: there seems to be a newness in the air and a sense that Nick Palmer and company are all about keeping things fresh and unexpected. A few weeks ago, the symphony hosted “White on Second Street,” an alfresco, European-style dinner, just outside their front door, in the middle of Second Street. A few weeks before that, they staged a “flash mob” performance in the middle of Friday After 5 that garnered 7,400 views on YouTube (and is still climbing). Add to that over 1,100 followers on Facebook, and you get a sense that OSO is being very intentional about bringing their “classical” medium to modern times while still staying true to their craft. And, yes, it can be cool! The result? A packed house on opening night. Owensboro Living is proud to designate the cover of this issue to the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra, and was honored to sit down with Maestro Nicholas
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Palmer, who just began his 16th season as director and conductor, to get a backstage view with the OSO. OL: Congratulations on hitting the 15-year mark! NP: Thank you! Yes, I can say it’s been a great ride and every year it gets better... better artistic quality, more community support, and the ability to reach more people through new and unique performances and events. OL: You have lots of credentials and lots of experience. What attracted you to take the job at OSO? NP: It was four things actually: the financial stability of the organization, the great artistic quality of the orchestra, the support of the community (city and county), and the wonderful hall. (RiverPark Center’s Cannon Hall.)
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OL: You seem to be having a lot of fun up there on the conductor’s podium, and you interact really well with the crowd. What do you enjoy most about conducting? NP: Being able to provide the live experience of a great concert in our wonderful hall, in a great community that loves great music; it’s that synergy that works together to make everything gel. OL: I’ve noticed OSO doesn’t just stay in Cannon Hall - you get out in the community with things like Concert on the Lawn, the Church Series, and the White on Second event. Was that something you brought to OSO or did OSO have that tradition already in place when you got here? NP: Over the past several years we have tried to bring the orchestra to as many new people as possible. That means new events, new venues, and even playing outside of the Owensboro community, across the region in Central Kentucky and Southern Indiana. OL: You’ve done some things recently that are pretty progressive - like Aaron Kizer painting during an OSO performance and the flash mob, in particular. How do those ideas come about? NP: We want to keep things fresh and we want to keep up with trends in our business that are successful. We also want to be on the cutting edge. OL: It was a great crowd opening night. What keeps subscribers coming back year after year? NP: We have some very savvy people in Owensboro. They know what they like and they like having a fine orchestra
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performing in their wonderful hall. They - and we - see no reason why we can’t be performing at the same level as any other orchestra in any larger city in the country. That’s what we strive for. OL: OSO has a special reduced rate for first time subscribers. What can new subscribers expect at OSO performances? NP: We love seeing new faces at the symphony. It’s a great deal to get 50% off for new subscribers and every year we have more people that take advantage of this option. It’s exciting for us when they renew after the first season. Our new subscribers can expect a fun evening out with great music and a welcoming atmosphere OL: What are your hopes for the future of OSO? NP: There are so many things we can do in Owensboro. I would say that most importantly we want to keep pace with the growth of the city. This is a vibrant and exciting community where new things continue to happen. We want to be a big part of everything that’s happening in our city. We would like to see more and varied events such as different types of concerts throughout the community, as well as strengthening our current programs. To come see what the excitement is about, you really need to experience it firsthand. Like Maestro Palmer said, OSO stays on the cutting edge. From a long tradition of excellence, we always expect quality from the OSO, but we also never know what they will try or do next. That seems to be part of the magic. And it’s working! Tickets can be purchased by calling OSO at 270-684-0661 or online at www.theoso.com.
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Owensboro Symphony Orchestra hosted the “White on Second Street” event.
DID YOU KNOW? The OSO was founded in 1967. OSO has toured with LeAnn Rimes, Anne Murray, Dionne Warwick and many other performers. OSO is one of the smallest orchestras in the country to operate its own academy. Since opening the Academy 9 years ago, OSO offers over 20 educational programs, serving about 20,000 students in 14 counties. (As compared to 5 programs before the Academy.) Before each concert there, is a preconcert lecture at 6:45 p.m. in the Holbrook Balcony of RiverPark Center. Each lecture features a different speaker. Contrary to what many people think, formal attire -- such as tuxedos and evening gowns -- is not required at Symphony concerts. Wear whatever you’d like. Most concertgoers wear business or cocktail attire. Jeans are totally acceptable!!
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PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
GLE NN FAM I LY S E RVI C E S
4TH ANNUAL CAMP MEMORY A free bereavement program for children ages 6-16
Camp Memory is a one-day camp experience for
alone and helpless. Being surrounded by loving people and
children and teens 6-16 years old who have lost a loved one
a positive environment helps young children understand,
through death. It provides the place and space for children
that if I can overcome grief, they can too. That’s why I love
and teens to come together in an atmosphere of love
this camp wholeheartedly, and I’m so thankful to be a part
and acceptance. The purpose of Camp Memory is: For
of Camp Memory. We help children overcome grief and
children and teens to meet others their own ages who are
I’m pretty proud of that!”
also learning about and understanding their grief. They
have the opportunity to run, play, laugh, and be themselves
difference during one of the most critical times in a child’s
and meet other children. Meeting others like themselves
or teen’s life. Childhood grief, left to itself, can grow to
helps them discover that they can share the same feelings,
become of the most destructive adult burdens.
and that those feelings are normal and okay. When a child
Camp activities include:
or teen grieves alone, he or she may not realize that the
• Getting to know each other
feelings they experience at different times during the grief
• Wheel of prizes grief game (small groups)
process are common, natural and normal. Their pain is
• Arts & crafts (create a picture frame for their loved
understood and accepted at the camp with each other.
Miranda Miller began attending Camp Memory
At Camp Memory, our purpose is to make a
one) • Memory Book
after the loss of her father, and Miranda now serves as a
• Memorial Service
camp counselor. Says Miranda, “Overcoming grief is the
• Balloon send off
most challenging, difficult obstacle many people have to
face, especially at a young age when you can’t comprehend
Monday, Oct 27, 2014. Please call (270) 683-1505 and ask
everything correctly. You can’t help but feel like you’re all
for Betty Medley for more information.
The cost is FREE. The registration deadline is
Date: Saturday, November 1, 2014 Time: 9 am – 2:30 pm Location: Mt. St. Joseph Retreat Center, 8001 Cummings Rd, Maple Mt. KY 42356
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BEHIND THE PLATE WITH W
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hat do Pittsburg Pirate Sterling
eventually left Kyle with quite a collection
Marte, Miami Marlin Garrett Jones,
of bats. The other backstory is that Kyle’s
and St. Louis Cardinal Matt Adams all have
dad, Randy, had a woodworking business as
in common? They all hit major league home
a furniture maker. The “light bulb moment”
runs Monday, September 8, 2014 swinging
came when Kyle wondered if he could use his
Dinger bats.
Dinger Bats is a family-run
field research with all those bats and combine
business located in Ridgeway, Illinois, but its
it with his dad’s woodworking experience to
business operations are based right here in
start making bats in their wood shop. He
downtown Owensboro.
saw it as a win-win: he could still be involved
You could say it began as one man’s dream
in the sport that he loved, and it might be a
that really took off when the family got behind
way to expand the family business. Randy
him. Kyle Drone always loved baseball, and
saw the vision too, so he bought a lathe and
made it on a minor league roster as a catcher.
they started cutting bats. Fast forward ten
Since minor league teams have very minimal
years, and Dinger Bats is slowly gaining a
budgets, it’s not uncommon for teams to
respectable market share of the wooden bat
“pay” bullpen catchers with bats, which
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“We cut 33,000 bats this year and we’re
It also means watching a lot of games to try
projecting 44,000 next year,” said Shane
and capture screenshots of players using Dinger
Shepherd, Director of Business Operations
bats so Shepherd can tweet pictures from the
for Dinger Bats.
Shepherd, who lives in
games. Sometimes he’ll watch three different
Owensboro, says his job is building and
games on side by side laptops in his office. One
marketing the brand, which he does primarily
of Shepherd’s first projects was re-branding and
through relationships with a growing roster of
designing a new logo that was more recognizable
Major League Baseball (“MLB”) players and
and easier to see in the batter’s hands on TV.
constant social media presence. Although the
vast majority of Dinger bats are sold to minor
choose exact specifications for the “feel” they
league or youth league teams, and few are sold
want, depending on width, length, and when
to MLB stars in comparison, Shepherd fully
the barrel starts to taper. “In fact, we’ve got a
realizes that Major Leaguers swinging Dinger
machine that can laser scan another bat that
bats is the best marketing Dinger could ever
they like so we can copy it exactly,” Shane said.
have.
“Then we can modify it from there.”
That means a lot of miles back and forth
If Shepherd gets his way, his dream is to
to ballparks. Dinger has formed a strong
move the paint shop and engraving shop from
connection with the clubhouse managers in St.
Illinois to Owensboro. “I think there’s a real
Louis and Cincinnati, who allow them to come
opportunity to have a small retail store here,
visit incoming teams, which makes their job
especially with all the development downtown
much easier and saves a whole lot of travel.
and all the baseball tournaments that come here.
Making bats is an exact science. Players can
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Just think about a young kid coming to town for a tournament, coming to the store downtown, seeing all the pro players’ posters on the wall, and then picking out a bat from the store. How awesome would that be?” Dinger might look like “the little bat company that could” at this point, but they’re making incredible strides by sticking to their Dinger 3S Assurance: superior wood, superior craftsmanship, and superior customer service, which are the same 3 quality assurances the Drone family has always prided themselves on, going all the way back to their furniture-making days. While the Drones and their employees at the wood shop focus on superior wood and craftsmanship, Shepherd focuses on superior customer service by building relationships with Major League hitters, college coaches, and youth league coaches. There is tremendous potential for Dinger’s growth, and therefore tremendous potential for Owensboro as well. Now, there are 14 employees at the shop in Illinois and a traveling sales crew who sets up to sell at wooden bat leagues and tournaments around the country.
Dinger is
working on other product lines too, including fielding gloves and batting gloves, but wooden bats are their number-one product.
These are extremely exciting times for Dinger.
As the playoffs approach, it will be interesting to watch and see who’s swinging Dinger bats in the postseason this year.
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First Christian Church (FCC) has been part of the life and landscape of beautiful downtown Owensboro for over 150 years. The church was birthed successfully in spite of murmurings of an American Civil War and grew up alongside our city. At FCC, they believe in “stepping into a promising future hand-in-hand with our neighbors and our community.”
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In March 2013, they realized just how important the mission would be, as they looked to the community and congregants to work, even harder, hand-in-hand for the future of their church. An early morning fire broke out on Monday, March 18, 2013 from one single, but large, lightning strike. Reverend Rebekah Krevens, who has been on staff for four years, lives less than a mile from the church, and was awoken by loud storms that rolled through the city. Not considering something might
silence, sadness and shock. But the key was, they came together - a reminder that they are a family. Krevens said, about that fateful March day, “It was the longest day that just stretched on. There was a mixture of emotions as the building was an historic church and held many memories – a great sense of loss was felt. But there was solidarity among members – a coming together. We sensed it within the church and the community.” Monday evening a prayer vigil was held at
have happened, she fell back asleep. At about 5 a.m., she received a call that the church had been struck during the storms. When she arrived on scene, at first glance, it didn’t appear bad, perhaps contained, but what could not be seen was that damage was widespread internally. People poured onto the site and watched in
Century Christian – it was where the congregation committed to standing together, and where a committee, charged with looking forward, was formed the very evening of the fire. The team, known as the Exploring Team, represented the demographic of the congregation and combined their experiences personally and
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“OUR CHURCH ISN’T JUST A STRUCTURE, BUT WE WERE A BUILDING OPENED TO THE COMMUNITY, AND IN TURN THIS COMMUNITY HELPED BY IMMEDIATELY FILLING THE HOLES AND GAPS LEFT BY THE FIRE. WE’VE SEEN LOVE IN ACTION.”
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professionally. At many churches, the group might be called a building committee. However, since the fire destroyed their building, they took this time to deliberately look at their mission and purpose, and to have the structure reflect the needs by exploring what was available. The team looked at various options moving forward. The general sentiment was to rebuild. However, FCC is a congregational-based church, everything is voted on from that level and decisions are made after hearing from their people. Initially, many felt a sense of urgency, but they slowed down and took inventory of the various means available to them. In the end, the choice was made to rebuild on the site of the former church and construct a building that better accommodates the mission needs of the church. In January 2014, the announcement
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was made to the congregation, and they began making plans to get the ball rolling on the build. By August, the architects had unveiled a schematic of the building. Krevens says of the new FCC, “We are not replicating what we had, but incorporating parts of our past to echo our history.” She admits that some felt the previous structure was hard to navigate, but that the new building will be welcoming and accessible for visitors. In addition, it gives them the opportunity to build an energy-efficient church, allowing them to be good environmental stewards. FCC was able to save stones from the original church. It will look different but is designed to lead First Christian to the calling and mission of building partnerships in the community. According to Krevens, “Our church isn’t just a structure, but we were a building opened to the
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community, and in turn this community helped by immediately filling the holes and gaps left by the fire. We’ve seen love in action.” Schools, others churches, and community organizations began offering spaces to FCC, just as they had been a community meeting place. They’ve been a church open to others, and now they’ve been blessed to be the recipient of the hospitality of other churches. Outreach looks a little different these days at FCC. The congregation continues to flourish as new members have joined during this time. And there continues to be an element that was present on the first day of the fire, the feeling they are a part of something bigger. Shares Krevens, “We feel thankful and blessed that this experience has allowed us to develop and deepen relationships with each other and our community.” The fire took place just before Easter of 2013 and the experience gave special meaning to the Christian season, and brought it to life in a new way. The church participates in an Ecumenical service, which began on Ash Wednesday, just two days after the fire. Third Baptist stepped in and provided their facility for the service. It was certainly full circle to see ashes everywhere, but they meant life, a hope, a future - not an ending or sadness because a building was gone, but a reminder that their hope was not of this earth. At this time, once ground is broke in the winter, they are looking at a year of construction. The goal is to have the Easter 2016 service in the building, barring unforeseen circumstances. For now, they can be found each Sunday morning at Third Baptist Church, who has been kind enough to share their space, with their morning service at 9:15 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. On Wednesday evenings, the FCC congregation meets at Zion United Church of Christ for youth activities. Though a fire certainly was not in the plans of the congregation at First Christian Church, God had other things in store. In fact, because of the fire, they are now able to look at better meeting their mission of community outreach. On the morning of March 18, 2013, it was hard to see how there could be any good from that lightning strike, but many would agree the lesson isn’t found in how the building fell from the fire, it’s how First Christian Church has chosen to rise from the ashes.
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Have you ever picked up an artwork or product, and wondered how it was designed? Or what was the inspiration behind a piece of artwork? Some products are designed by trial and error, with no deep thought process as to how they look. The design of a bread toaster, for instance, does not vary far from the norm. Its shape comes from the necessity of inserting sliced bread into it, and having heating elements evenly toast both sides of each slice. The needs dictate a boxy shape, which is not very inspiring. Fortunately, not everything in our lives are like toasters. We have other products that can express our ideas, our likes, our spirits. That is why there is so much variation in clothes, paintings, jewelry - seemingly everything! But from where does the inspiration come when these items are designed? As it turns out, inspiration comes from nearly all facets of life. Ronaldo Designer Jewelry is a line of bracelets and necklaces designed by a Kentucky native now living in New Albany, Indiana. One of their most popular bracelets is called the Power of Prayer Bracelet. It is popular in part because of its entry-level pricing, but more because of its spiritual connection with those who wear it. Ronaldo is a spiritual man, which governs his business dealings and inspires several of his design motifs. The Power of Prayer bracelet features a row of seven beads, one for each day of the week. The point is to remind the wearer that there is power in daily prayer, and that the spiritual connection with God is of great importance. The bracelet accomplishes this without being overtly religious, but more of a subtle reminder of the connection with God. Crystal has been in produced in Waterford, Ireland for more than 200 years. Some of the most beautiful
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crystal in the world has been produced by highly skilled artisans working outside the furnaces where the batches of raw ingredients are molten, blown like bubbles into molds and later cut into functional works of art. The designs that refract the light in sparkling clarity are inspired by various sources, but one stands above the rest in popularity. Over the years, the Lismore pattern has proven to be the favorite among the millions of Waterford Crystal owners. However, very few of those owners know the inspiration behind the design. In the countryside of southern Ireland, along the bank of the River Blackwater, is the Castle of Lismore. Its tall stone walls rise up from the river level until they reach the top and towers, which features battlements that allowed the defenders of the castle protection from the weapons of any attackers. The battlements, supported by arched supports below, have notches cut in them at regular intervals, giving a staggered appearance. The designers took the cues from the arched supports and battlements, and applied them to form a pattern in the crystal, creating an instant classic in the process. There are many examples of great design in our everyday lives, but they mean so much more when we can share in the inspiration behind them!
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STRONGER. SMARTER. BOLDER.
BY Y ANN MELOD ACE L A W L
WHEN ASKED WHY THIS JOB IS SO MEANINGFUL TO HER, CALHOUN SAYS, “I USED TO WANT TO BE A TEACHER, BUT GIRLS INC. FOUND ME. I USED TO BE ONE OF THOSE GIRLS, I JUST GREW UP.”
This summer, 74 area girls were able to travel
to Benton, Kentucky to enjoy all of the adventure that Camp John Currie had to offer, and make lifelong memories in the process. The girls learned how to bait a hook and catch fish, how to position a bow and arrow in archery, and were able to swim in the cool waters of an Olympicsized swimming pool. For many of these girls, it was the first time that they had ever had such an experience. According to Girls Inc. campus manager, Courtney Calhoun, one of the most rewarding aspects of her job is that many of these girls “get to do a lot of firsts with us.” Founded with the mission to “inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold,” Girls Incorporated has been in existence nationally for 150 years, and locally for 45 years. There are over 90 U.S.
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affiliates that proudly served 130,000 girls, ages 6 to 18 years old, in 2013. In the last year, Girls Inc. Owensboro-Daviess County was able to impact over 500 girls between its Rolling Heights and Owensboro Christian Church locations. Through a partnership with the YMCA, girls are picked up at 24 different area schools and taken to one of the two Girls Inc. campuses, then provided transportation home. Recognized as one of the top National Youth Development Agencies, Girls Inc. is so much more than an afterschool recreation program. In a modern world where girls are constantly challenged with pressures and temptations, Girls Inc. provides a “girls only� atmosphere where girls can be comfortable with who they are, and build the self-confidence needed to take risks. The program seeks to inspire girls for their whole life by teaching and equipping them with valuable real-world skills. These skills are taught through six core areas: Self-Reliance and Life Skills; Health and Sexuality; Careers and Life Planning; Leadership and Community Action; Culture and Heritage; and Sports
Girls Inc. is a program that positively impacts and empowers young girls, ages 6 to 18 years. They offer afterschool programming from 2:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. throughout the school year, and operate from 7:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday throughout the summer months. There are two Girls Inc. campuses in Owensboro: the Rolling Heights campus, located at 2130-G East 19th Street, and the Owensboro Christian Church campus, located at 2818 New Hartford Road. For more information on programming or on becoming a Girls Inc. girl, please contact Tish Osbourne or Courtney Calhoun at (270) 684-7833.
and Adventure. While all of these components are necessary in
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creating well-rounded, dynamic young women, two of the most important areas focus on health and economic literacy. The girls are taught the importance of eating the right snacks and incorporating daily exercise, as well as how to balance a checkbook and pay bills.
One young lady that is in her eighth year at Girls Inc.
shared how she felt, “It’s pretty fun there (because) they don’t just teach us, they demonstrate things for us.” She was most appreciative for the rewards that she and the other girls are able to enjoy after completing several of the classes in the state program. She smiled as she said, “Sometimes they reward you with a spa day, and sometimes we make cookies.” This young lady also pointed out the significance of the Shero award, in which the girls are asked to write about their favorite woman who has made a significant impact in their life. That woman is invited to a special luncheon and provided with a certificate of recognition.
Another area in which Girls Inc. is trying to make a
large impact is in the fields of math and science. Programs have been designed in order to educate girls in STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) areas, in an effort to equip them to be successful in higherpaying fields and break the stereotype that girls are not as strong in science and mathematics. Girls who are successful academically can benefit in many ways, both inside and outside of the classroom. Members of Girls Inc. have opportunities to apply for national scholarships that can pay benefits of up to $20,000 for future educational expenses. Girls Inc. participants are also taught the valuable lesson of giving back to the community, as well. The girls have designed and implemented several ideas to benefit area individuals and businesses, including: making rubber band bracelets; running lemonade stands; and serving food at a homeless shelter. The community is such a huge part of Girls Inc. and why they do what they do. According to Calhoun, “A lot of people don’t take their work home…we take our work out into the community.
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That’s the good part to me.” When asked why this job is so meaningful to her, Calhoun says, “I used to want to be a teacher, but Girls Inc. found me. I used to be one of those girls, I just grew up.”
Executive Director Tish Osbourne has been with Girls
Inc. for thirty years, and Courtney Calhoun has served as Campus Manager for fifteen. When others ask why they have been committed to these girls for so long, Calhoun had this to say, “I got to see how they started. Everyone has an ending. I need to find out the end of their story.”
HOW YOU CAN HELP: If you have a heart for empowering the young girls in our community, there are many different ways that you can show your support. Provide healthy snacks Donate books to their on-site library Drop off supplies for arts and crafts, games, toys, etc. Provide vanities for the bathrooms Volunteer to be a guest speaker Invite the girls to take a tour of your place of business Sponsor a girl Donate your skills to make repairs around the center Build shelving for additional necessary storage Volunteer to help maintain the garden Offer your services to paint needed areas Monetary donations of any size are always welcome If you are able to meet any of these needs, please contact Rolling Heights Campus Manager, Courtney Calhoun at (270) 684-7833.
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N
ovember 11 marks the observance of Veterans Day.
Originally known as
“Armistice Day,” the national holiday as it is
Honoring our
VETERANS BY STEVEN WILSON
known today was first celebrated in 1954 as a day to honor American veterans of all wars. Since that time, conflicts continue to rage throughout the world. Yet, we as Americans remain secure here at home. For that, we can thank those who have served in our country’s military.
With countless veterans living in
Owensboro and the surrounding areas, we have great cause to celebrate those individuals. In recognition of Veterans Day 2014, several local groups have come together to ensure Veterans Day Weekend in Owensboro will
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be truly amazing. This year, the festivities
Brandon Scott Mullins; and SGT Michael
are comprised of three special events for the
Cable.
community, including a 5K race, a parade,
The inaugural race will be held on
and a celebration service honoring veterans
Saturday, November 8 at 8 a.m., and will
for their service and sacrifice.
begin at McConnell Plaza at Smothers Park,
The first event is a 5K race called
with the route taking participants to the
“Kentucky Remembers Veterans Day 5K
Sports Center War Memorials.
Run/Walk.” The race was organized to honor
Participants are encouraged to carry one
and remember the sacrifices of thousands of
of the specially-marked flags in memory of
American soldiers who have paid the ultimate
a fallen hero. The race is presented by the
price for our freedom. Since 9/11, Kentucky
Kentucky Chapter of the American Gold
alone has lost 113 heroes, seven from Daviess
Star Mothers. Cathy Mullins, mother of SPC
County, including five soldiers who were
Brandon Scott Mullins (KIA 8-25-11), serves
killed in combat: SGT James Harlan; PFC
as the president of the local chapter of this
Robert Settle; SPC Timothy Fulkerson; SPC
non-profit organization. Proceeds from the
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race will be divided between two organizations:
partner on another level with at least 113 additional
the Bluegrass Chapter of the Honor Flights,
private donors or businesses, representing each of
which provides all-expenses-paid trips for WWII
Kentucky’s fallen heroes since 9/11.
veterans to go to Washington, D.C. to visit the
The year Brandon Mullins was killed, several
national memorials, and the Honor and Remember
area runners adopted the name “Team Brandon” in
organization, who provide personalized flags to
his memory. Several other fallen soldiers will have
families of the fallen. Sheriff Keith Cain is the local
teams running in this race, including the family of
ambassador for the Honor Flights, and Tommy
SGT Michael Cable, who was a track star at Daviess
Mullins, father of SPC Brandon Mullins, is the
County High School.
director of the Kentucky Chapter for Honor and
The second event planned for the weekend is
Remember.
the Veterans Day parade, a local tradition that is
Several corporate sponsors have partnered with
actually the longest successive-running Veterans
the American Gold Star Mothers to make the event
Day parade in the nation. This year’s parade will
happen, including Independence Bank, Owensboro
take place on November 8 at 2 p.m. The parade will
Health, Legends, Drew Watson CFP, Glenn Family
begin at East 2nd and Clay Streets, will travel west
Services and Chick-Fil-A. The organization hopes to
on 2nd Street, north on Daviess Street, and west on
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Veterans Memorial Blvd., ending at Frederica Street.
Terry Stinson, Chair of the Daviess
County Veterans Organization, is the contact person for more information about the parade. Stinson can be reached by phone at (270) 925564, or via email at stinson3692@roadrunner. com. The third event is the Kentucky Hometown Veterans Day Celebration to be held on Sunday, November 9 at 3 p.m. at Good Shepherd Church. This will be the third year for the event hosted by the Mullins family. The family started this event in 2012 as a thank-you to the community for the outpouring of support after the death of their son, SPC Brandon Scott Mullins, who was killed in combat 8-25-11 in Afghanistan. The event was so well received that the family decided to make this an annual event.
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artists,
musicians,
dancers,
speakers, and local/state/national leaders have shared on the program in previous years. This year’s event will feature video vignettes from the DCPL Veterans Project, the Kentucky Youth Chorale, the Kentucky Pro Bass Warrior Foundation, the Medal of Honor Tribute Project by retired SGT 1st Class, Richard Powers, and a very special presentation by the Honor and Remember organization to the families of four Daviess County fallen soldiers. The son of one of these fallen heroes, SGT James Harlan, who was killed ten years ago in Iraq, will also be sharing on the program. Several other special guests will also be on the program. With so many activities planned, Veterans Day 2014 promises to mark a memorable weekend in Owensboro, as well as a wonderful time to honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans. www.OwensboroLiving.com
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THE
DISH
SIMPLE WAYS TO INFUSE FALL FLAVORS T
here’s no time like fall to experiment with new recipes,
percent fewer calories than peanut butter and traditional dairy
especially those savory and sweet comfort dishes that
butter, it’s also an easy way to instantly introduce fall flavors into
highlight the season’s favorite fruit – apples. Delicious when
your favorite dishes, whether dinner or dessert.
spread over a warm slice of fresh-baked bread, apple butter is
Bring the flavors of fall to your table with these simple,
also an unexpected but ideal ingredient for creating rich flavors
homestyle recipes. One blends the spicy notes of apple butter
in baked, cooked and grilled dishes that add warmth to any meal.
with pork in a simple, comforting crock pot dinner. The other
Traditional apple butter is made by simmering apples long
offers a sweet apple-infused twist on traditional pecan rolls
and slow in kettles with sugar, apple cider and spices. This classic
– made even easier with Musselman’s Apple Butter – which is
Pennsylvania Dutch spread is essentially a concentrated, spiced
made the old-fashioned way for perfect texture and taste. It’s
apple sauce and contains no dairy butter. The classic brown color
never been easier to whip up comfort cuisine right in your own
reflects the apples’ sugar caramelizing during the slow cooking
kitchen.
process.
For
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While apple butter makes an excellent spread, with up to 70
SHREDDED APPLE PORK
more
2
tablespoons whole grain
Dijon mustard
1
teaspoon salt
1
teaspoon pepper
2
medium apples, cored
and chopped
1/4 cup brown sugar
1
medium onion, chopped
2
6
boneless pork chops
Yield: 6 servings Ingredients: 1
cup Musselman’s Apple Butter
1/4 cup Musselman’s Apple Cider
Vinegar tablespoons minced garlic
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In small bowl, whisk together apple butter, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Place chopped apples and onions in slow cooker. Add pork chops and pour apple butter mixture over top. Cook on low for five to six hours covered. Shred pork with two forks in cooker, and let meat marinate on low in sauce for 20 minutes uncovered. Serve warm over rice or mashed potatoes. www.OwensboroLiving.com
PECAN ROLLS Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon maple syrup 2/3 cup chopped pecans (divided) 1 package (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent sheet 1/2 cup Musselman’s Apple Butter 1/4 cup raisins (optional) Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. In small sauce pan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar and maple syrup. Stir until melted and pour into baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with 1/3 cup pecans. On cutting board, unroll tube of crescent dough into a rectangle (seal seams and perforations). Spread apple butter evenly over dough surface and sprinkle with additional pecans and optional raisins. Starting on long edge of dough, roll tightly, jelly roll fashion. With serrated knife, cut roll into 16 equal slices. Place each slice cut side down on the glaze in the baking dish. Bake 18 to 20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven and immediately invert onto serving platter. Allow to cool five to 10 minutes before serving.
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THE
DISH
H
aunted with the thought of a ho-hum Halloween? Never fear trick-or-treaters will want more than just candy once they see your party table. Throw a fabulous Halloween party fit for little goblins or grown-up monsters with some devilishly good sweets. Try these easy party ideas from Wilton to make your Halloween spook-tacular:
ADD SOME “POP” TO POPCORN: Trick out ordinary popcorn into a sweet-and-salty party pleaser. Drizzle on Candy Melts(r) candy for festive flavors, and then capture the Halloween spirit by adding fun sprinkle mixes.
MASQUERADE COOKIES:
Brew up a
FRIGHTFULLY FUN Halloween Party
Who says you can’t play with your food? Create edible masks with decorated shaped cookies and attach them to cookie sticks with melted Candy Melts candy. Set up a photo station at your party, so guests can take pictures with their cookie mask creations before eating them.
JACK-O’-LANTERN CAKES: It wouldn’t be Halloween without carved pumpkins. Make yours edible by baking a delicious pumpkin spice pound cake shaped like a pumpkin. Increase the fun by adding silly icing facial features.
MIDNIGHT POTIONS: Spice up the night with candy corn drinks served in containers guests can devour, making cleanup easy and delicious. Or, toast the night with the Witch’s Brew Mocktail. For more Halloween ideas and inspiration, visit wilton.com. 66 OWENSBORO LIVING
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MASQUERADE COOKIES Yield: 2 dozen cookies
Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 egg 1 1/2 teaspoons Imitation Clear Vanilla Extract 1/2 teaspoon Imitation Almond Extract Royal icing Orange, Black, Green, Lemon Yellow, Brown and Violet Icing Colors, as desired Orange, Yellow, Orange, Lavender and Black Colored Sugars, as desired Halloween Jimmies, Nonpareils and Icing Decorations, as desired Candy Melts candy Cookie sticks Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In large bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt. In second large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. Add flour mixture to butter mixture 1 cup at a time, mixing after each addition. Do not chill dough. Divide dough into 2 balls.
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On floured surface, roll each ball into a circle approximately 12 inches in diameter by 1/8 inch thick. Dip eye and glasses cookie cutters in flour before each use. Arrange cookies on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8-11 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned. Cool completely on cooling grid. Decorate as desired using tinted royal icing, colored sugars and Halloween icing decorations. Use melted candy to attach sticks to backs of cookies; chill until set.
PUMPKIN SPICE POPCORN
Yield: 6 cups
Ingredients: 6 cups popped kettle corn 2 cups mini pretzel twists 1 package (10 ounces) Pumpkin Spice Candy Melts candy 1 bottle (2.5 ounces) Pumpkin Mix Sprinkles Spread popcorn and pretzels on parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. In disposable decorating bag, melt candy in microwave at 50 percent power for 1 minute; remove bag and knead. Continue melting candy for 30-second
intervals at 50 percent power until completely melted. Snip off end of bag and drizzle melted candy over popcorn mixture; immediately add sprinkles. Let stand until candy has hardened, about 20 minutes. Break into pieces to serve.
CARAMEL APPLE POPCORN Yield: 6 cups
Ingredients: 6 cups popped popcorn, buttered and salted 3/4 cup roasted salted peanuts 1 package (10 ounces) Caramel Apple Candy Melts candy 1 bottle (2.5 ounces) Spider Mix Sprinkles Spread popcorn and peanuts on parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. In disposable decorating bag, melt candy in microwave at 50 percent power for 1 minute; remove bag and knead. Continue melting candy for 30-second intervals at 50 percent power until completely melted. Snip off end of bag and drizzle melted candy over popcorn. Immediately top with sprinkles. Let stand until candy has hardened, about 20 minutes. Break into pieces to serve.
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PUMPKIN POUND CAKE Yield: 6 cups
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Prepare Dimensions Large Pumpkin Pan lightly with vegetable pan spray with flour. Place on baking sheet. In medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and
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Ingredients:
nutmeg. In large bowl, beat butter and
3
cups all-purpose flour
sugar with electric mixer until light and
1
teaspoon baking powder
fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
well after each addition; beat in vanilla.
1/2 teaspoon salt
Add flour mixture alternately with
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
pumpkin; mix well. Pour batter into
1
cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
prepared pan.
2
cups granulated sugar
Bake
4
eggs
toothpick inserted in center comes out
1
teaspoon pure vanilla extract
clean. Cool 15 minutes in pan. Turn
1 1/4 cups canned 100 percent
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MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER October 19 | Downtown Owensboro The fight to end breast cancer starts with a single step. Take that step with the American Cancer Society at the Making Strides of Daviess-Owensboro walk. It will take each and every one of us to rally together and finish the fight against breast cancer. Just a few hours of your time at our non-competitive, 5K event will help bring a lifetime of change for people facing breast cancer and their families.
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KENTUCKY REMEMBERS VETERANS DAY 5K RUN/WALK November 8 | McConnell Plaza at Smothers Park This race will honor and remember the sacrifice of thousand of American soldiers who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Since 9/1l, Kentucky alone has lost 113 heroes, 7 from Daviess County including 5 soldiers who were killed in combat - SGT James Harlan, PFC Robert Settle, SPC Timothy Fulkerson, SPC Brandon Scott Mullins and SGT Michael Cable. Participants are encourage to carry one of the specially marked flags in memory of a fallen hero. The race is presented by the Kentucky Chapter of the American Gold Star Mothers of which Cathy Mullins, mother of SPC Brandon Scott Mullins KIA 8-25-11 is the president of the local chapter of this non-profit organization. Proceeds from the race will go between two organizations including the Bluegrass Chapter of the Honor Flight that provides all expense paid trips for WWII veterans to go to Washington DC to visit the national memorials and the Honor and Remember organization who provide personalized flags to families of the fallen.
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DOWNTOWN FREE BLUEGRASS
ON THE BANKS
first and third Tuesday of each month through October | Smothers Park Overlook The city of Owensboro is bringing back Bluegrass On The Banks, showcasing bluegrass music.
MONSTERS ON THE OHIO TOURNAMENT October 10 – 11 | English Park The tournament was created to give the growing number of catfish anglers, clubs, and organizations an opportunity to shine in the spotlight and a chance to break the Kentucky State Record for Bluecats by Bruce Midkiff of 104lbs, caught in the Newburgh Pool.
OCCTOBERFEST October 18 | Owensboro Convention Center Come down to the Owensboro Convention Center to enjoy the beautiful fall weather and to celebrate OCCtoberfest 2014. Enjoy a unique selection of German, Craft and Domestic Beers. We will also be serving up a tasty selection of German-style foods. Doors open at 4:00 PM. The fun begins with live music starting at 5:00 PM by The Klaberheads, one of the Midwest’s best German bands.
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VETERANS DAY PARADE November 8 | Downtown Owensboro Come honor our veterans for the Annual Veterans Day Parade beginning and ending on Veterans Memorial Blvd. This is the longest running Veterans Day Parade in the country. The parade will begin at East 2nd and Clay Streets, will travel west on 2nd Street, north on Daviess Street, and west on Veterans Memorial Blvd. ending at Frederica Street.
78TH ANNUAL OWENSBORO CHRISTMAS PARADE November 22 | Downtown Owensboro The Owensboro-Daviess County Christmas Parade Association, Inc. is presenting the 78th Annual Christmas parade themed “Christmas Miracles.” Each year the parade committee spends countless hours sifting through nominations and suggestions for its Honorary Grand Marshal. We look for someone who has “put Owensboro on the map” in a positive way, or someone who has made a contribution to our great community. This year we are proud to announce that two of our very own, Bayli Boling and Alexandra Watts have been named Honorary Grand Marshal. Bayli earned the title of Miss Teen Kentucky United States and Alexandra earned the title of Miss Jr. Teen Kentucky United States. Both are from right here in Owensboro and will spend their time travelling and representing our great city very well. Join us on the Saturday before Thanksgiving in Downtown Owensboro, “where Kentucky starts Christmas,” to congratulate Bayli and Alexandra and wish them the best in the years to come.
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October 4-5 and November 1 - 2 | Preservation Station Preservation Station Market Days are held the first weekend of every month, Saturday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. with over 65 vendors of antique, vintage, handcrafted, and customized items, live music, and food. Preservation Station Market and Event Center, 9661 Highway 56. Call 270-215October 3 – 4 | Owensboro Regional Airport and Downtown Owensboro 1045, go to www.visitpreservationstation.com, or find us on The skies above Owensboro will be buzzing again this fall with the sounds of Facebook. vintage aircraft, military war birds, and jets as the 3rd Annual Owensboro Air Show takes to the skies. Enjoy static display of aircraft and a glimpse of some amazing aerial demonstrations on Friday night at the Owensboro Regional Airport from 4-9 p.m. Head downtown on Saturday from 1-3:30 p.m. to enjoy every weekend in October | Trunnell’s Farm Market the amazing talents of some of the best pilots in the world as they push the limits Octoberfest, October 4 – 5; A“maize”in Maze Fest and Flashlight and showcase the best in aviation technology and history. Don’t miss your chance Night, October 18 – 19; Fall Squash-N-Pumpkin Gobble Fest, to run the runway at the airport under the glow of the runway and taxiway October 25 – 26; Grand Pumpkin SMASH, November 1 – 2; lights. The first annual Runway 5K will begin immediately after the conclusion For more information about the “Absolutely Farmtastic Fun,” of the last aerial performances (approx. 8 p.m.). Only registered runners will be call 270-733-2222 or visit http://www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com permitted onto the runway. Register at owensboroairshow.com for more information.
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VOICES OF ELMWOOD
KENTUCKY HOMETOWN VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION
October 26 4 – 7 p.m. | Reid’s Orchard Hosted by Bridge Pointe Church, this is a safe and exciting night of family fun and activities for the community. There will be free food, free carnival rides, multiple inflatables and over one TON of candy.
October 2 – 4, 9 – 11, 16 - 18 | Elmwood Cemetery Join the Daviess County Public Library and the Owensboro Museum of Science and History as they invite you on the fifth annual “Voices of Elmwood” tour. Starting at 6 p.m., take a hayride through the historic sections of Elmwood Cemetery and learn about some of the history of Owensboro, and the people who shaped it. Tickets for the tour are $15. Cemetery located at Old Hartford Road and Breckenridge Street. For tickets, contact the Science & History Museum.
REID’S ORCHARD APPLE FESTIVAL
October 18 – 19 | Reid’s Orchard This unique festival on the third weekend in October celebrates the fall season and everything apple! Sample all kinds of tasty treats from food vendors, go shopping among the many arts & crafts vendors, and let the kids enjoy the petting zoo, or get a thrill on the many carnival rides.
HARTFORD HOUSE OPEN HOUSE
October 18, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Hartford House Join the Hartford House in their one-year celebration. There will be a ribbon cutting of the Murray Murphy Walking Trail. Visitors are welcome for tours and there will be a free cookout.
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October 31, 5 – 7:30 p.m. | Lewis Lane Baptist Church You are invited to this fun, family Halloween event! There will be blow up games, free food and door prizes.
November 9 | Good Shepherd Church On the Sunday before Veterans Day, the community’s best and brightest talents including artists, musicians and guest speakers will grace the stage for a very special community wide celebration honoring the military service and sacrifice of all men and women in uniform, their families at home, and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Hosted by the family of SPC Brandon Scott Mullins.
28TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY IN THE PARK
beginning November 21 | Legion Park Giant elves, trees, toys and figures, not to mention Santa in his sleigh, line Legion’s half-mile walking path.
CHRISTMAS AT PANTHER CREEK PARK
beginning November 21 | Panther Creek Park An outdoor driving lighted tour with 400,000+ lights winding through Panther Creek Park. $3.00 charge per carload. Wagon rides through the park are also available. 5160 Wayne Bridge Road. Open from 6-9 p.m. each night.
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KIDS
OPEN BOUNCE NIGHTS
VEGGIETALES LIVE
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays | U-Bounce The perfect party place for kids. Amazing inflatables in an unbelievably cool bounce stadium. Private, clean and climate controlled. All children must wear socks. $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; On Toddler Tuesday, children 5 and under get in for $5 all night. Tuesday and Wednesday 5 – 8 p.m. and Friday 5 - 9 p.m. (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
October 24 | RiverPark Center Bob and Larry and your favorite Veggie friends will be coming to RiverPark Center! VeggieTales Live is a musical extravaganza with singing, dancing, lights and fun for the entire family! It reminds kids and parents alike that they are special and loved by God. Kids will have a blast dancing in the aisles and singing along with Veggies to their favorite tunes and Silly Songs.
FREE
STORYTIMES
Mondays & Thursdays | Daviess County Public Library Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m. (270) 684-0211 or dcplibrary.org.
FREE
SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!
Mondays & Thursdays | Daviess County Public Library Visit the library every Saturday morning for self-guided fun and educational activities with a focus on literacy and school readiness. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (270) 684-0211 or dcplibrary.org.
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ARTS
BROADWAY AT RIVERPARK “ANYTHING GOES” October 10 | RiverPark Center Cole Porter’s first-class musical comedy is sailing into RiverPark Center. When the S.S. American heads out to sea, etiquette and convention get tossed out the portholes as two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love… proving that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, an exotic disguise and some good old-fashioned blackmail. Peppering this timeless classic are some of musical theatre’s most memorable standards, including “I Get A Kick Out Of You,” “You’re the Top,” and of course, “Anything Goes.” Don’t miss what the AP exclaims as, “So DELIGHTFUL, So DELICIOUS, So DE-LOVELY!”
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TWO PRESENTS “TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD” October 10 – 11 and 17 - 19 | Empress Theatre To order tickets call box office at (270) 683-5333 or visit theatreworkshop.org.
KRAFTUCKY ARTS & CRAFTS EXPO November 7 – 9 | Owensboro Convention Center Owensboro has a long history of producing quality craft shows. Kraftucky Arts & Crafts Expo will continue this tradition of quality and will be the premier consumer craft show of the season. Kraftucky will serve as a central location for arts and crafts enthusiasts and vendors to collaborate on and purchase the newest trends and products. Cost is $3 for adults (children 11 and under are free).
9TH ANNUAL MANDOLIN CAMP November 14 – 16 | International Bluegrass Museum Students and fans of the mandolin style of the Father of Bluegrass Music will gather here November 14-16 for the 9th Annual Mandolin Camp, hosted by the International Bluegrass Music Museum. This year, more styles than the Bill Monroe style will be included. Acknowledged master of Monroe-style mandolin and Grammy nominated mandolinist Mike Compton serves again as your Camp Director and will be joined by Jesse McReynolds, Dominick Leslie and Sierra Hull. Reservations capped at 50. For more information, contact the IBMM.
BROADWAY AT RIVERPARK “A CHRISTMAS STORY” November 14 | RiverPark Center Based on the classic 1983 movie, A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL! invites you into the Indiana home of Ralphie Parker, an 11-year old kid who is desperate to win the most coveted holiday prize: An Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. With songs both funny and sentimental, A Christmas Story paints a refreshing holiday portrait of a simpler time in America.
38TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY FOREST FESTIVAL OF TREES beginning November 15 | Owensboro Museum of Fine Art The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art’s 38th Holiday Forest Festival of Trees will feature more than a dozen monumental Christmas trees designed and decorated by area artists, floral designers and non-profit organizations. This year’s event will interpret The Consummate Craftsman, a major exhibition by Southeastern artists.
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THE LAST WORD BY LORA WIMSATT
AUTUMN IS HERE Autumn wins first prize in the “favorite season” competition. There’s just something about those cool, crisp mornings … that spectacular burst of color on the trees lining the bypass … the snuggling embrace of those warm, cozy sweaters … the cheerful displays of gourds, mums and cornstalks … and pumpkinflavored treats on the “Limited Time Only!” menu at your favorite restaurant. Autumn is the respite at the end of a long, hot, dry, dusty summer – even one as unseasonably pleasant as this year’s. For at least a little while, we can overlook the prospect of blistered hands and aching backs and the waste of a good weekend raking up those gorgeous leaves, and for now we can just crunch through them with happy abandon, kicking them up and watching with delight as the wind swirls and sweeps them away. We can definitely postpone the knowledge that behind every autumn, there surely follows a winter, with its slick roads, school closings, frosted-up windshields and astronomical heating bills. Autumn is as happy and bright as the cheerful smile carved on the jack-o’-lantern … as comforting as the image of the family gathered around the Thanksgiving
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table. Never mind that sometimes those jack-o’-lanterns are scary and threatening. Never mind that the family holiday always ends with slamming doors, moody teens, bickering aunts and a barfing dog. We love autumn because we are optimistic. If only for this one season of the year, we are all united in our determination to embrace the joy and ignore the misery. Those old Greek myths like to portray autumn as the season of decline, when everything dries up, deteriorates and dies. Angsty poets remind us that autumn means the end is right around the corner, representing the time of life when we stand with one foot in the grave and the other on a banana peel – although, of course, in much fancier terms than that. Pfft. So what. So be it. For now, there are pretty leaves, and apple pies, and thick socks, and the wonderful smell of a crackling fire in the chiminea. Life is short, but don’t let that make you forget how very, very good it is.
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