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The 2020-21 Greater Owensboro Relocation Guide

FROM THE CHAMBER STAFF

Welcome to Greater Owensboro! THE BEST SMALL CITY YOU WILL FIND

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e have an indomitable spirit here in our community. We take pride in our safe streets where you will be greeted by smiles and hellos. But the people in OBKY are not the only great thing we have to offer. There are many reasons you should choose to live in our designated All-American City named one of the Top 100 Towns in the United States and the one of the Top Towns in Southern Markets that foster technology. Here are a few: • Exemplary primary and secondary schools nationally recognized for Fine Arts, Innovative Technology Programs and Academic Excellence. • World-class colleges and universities with diverse programs to advance our higher education as well as workforce development and training opportunities. • Our downtown is thriving, growing, and expanding. • Tremendous growth in the innovation and research and development sector. • Owensboro Health Regional Hospital’s phenomenal new campus focused on patient care ranked in the top 2% in the nation in quality. • Owensboro Convention Center with new hotels standing on each side flanked by a breathtaking riverfront park. • Job growth, businesses expansion, and income growth exceeding our peers. • New transportation networks being constructed to get more people and goods in and out of our community. • An arts, entertainment and dining scene unparalleled in communities our size. • Sports and recreational events and activities for every age and interest.

FROM LEFT: Jessica Kirk, Talent Programs Manager and Executive Director, Leadership Owensboro; Hannah Thurman, Events and Communications Coordinator; Candance Castlen Brake, President and CEO; Lydie Boone, Administrative Assistant; Jaclyn Graves, Membership Development and Marketing Manager; Susan High, Business Manager

It’s an amazing time to be a part of this community. We hope you find this publication inspiring and a way for you to experience a small piece of our community that we are so proud to call our home. We are honored to share it with you and we look forward to making this YOUR home too!

The Staff of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce

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CONTENTS GETTING TO KNOW THE BIG O 10 11 Things to Love about OBKY 10 Things Owensboroans Say

FOUNDER/CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason Tanner

PUBLISHER

Taylor West

MANAGING EDITOR Danny May

ADVERTISING SALES Brock Quinton Robert Williams

LAYOUT & GRAPHIC DESIGN Jamie Alexander Andrea Roberson Monica Smith

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jacqueline Jordan Marlys Mason Ashley Sorce Dana Peveler Melody Wallace Steven Wilson

PHOTOGRAPHERS Jamie Alexander Bryant Hawkins Adam Paris Taylor West

COPY EDITOR

12 Owensboro for All Ages 14 Downtown Development 16 World Class Venues, Local Charm 18 The Sound of Owensboro 20 Connections

LIVING IN OWENSBORO 24 Welcome to the Neighborhood 26 Education 32 Lifelong Learning 34 Church Directory 41 Senior Living 42 Giving Back 44 Chamber Young Professionals 45 Local Government 46 Owensboro Transit System 48 One Tank Road Trips

L E I S U R E & R E C R E AT I O N 52 Festivals 56 Around Town 57 Enjoying Public Arts 58 The District

Ashley Gleason

59 Owensboro Regional

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Farmers’ Market

Smothers Park Photo by Taylor West, Jamie Alexander, and Monica Smith

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce 200 E. 3rd St., Owensboro, KY 42303 270-926-1860 chamber.owensboro.com

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60 Dining 66 Local Shopping 70 Kids Sports & Activities 74 Fitness Centers 74 Adult Athletics 76 Outdoor Recreation 78 Golfing in Owensboro

GETTING SETTLED 82 Healthcare 84 Banking and Finance 86 Apartment Hunter’s Guide 87 Real Estate Brokers 88 Utilities 88 Salons 88 Recycling 90 Our Pet-Friendly Community 93 Local Media 94 First Responders 95 Helpful Websites

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T H E C U LT U R E , PLACES AND TRADITIONS OF O U R C I T Y.

GETTING TO KNOW

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DID YOU KNOW The cooking teams at the International Bar-B-Q Festival, held on the second full weekend in May each year, prepare as much as 10 tons of mutton and 3,500 chickens to serve to festival attendees. // Photo by AP Imagery

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11 things to

LOVE about

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2 THE EMPRESS THE ATRE MARQUE E

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro’s Empress Theatre on Frederica Street originally opened as a movie house in 1912. The Empress closed in 1989, reopening in 1992 as “Goldie’s Best Little Opryhouse in Kentucky” until 2008. It has been operated by TWO since 2010.

3 NASCAR

OBKY

In addition to being the hometown of Darrell & Michael Waltrip, many other NASCAR drivers, pit crew members, officials, and mechanics got their start at Kentucky Motor Speedway (Whitesville) and Windy Hollow Speedway.

5 OWENSBORO HALL OF FAME

BLUEGRASS MUSIC Bill Monroe, the grandfather of Bluegrass Music, was born 35 miles south of Owensboro in Rosine, KY. The brand new Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum opened in 2018 in downtown Owensboro. ROMP festival brings thousands of fans of Bluegrass music’s roots and branches to Owensboro every summer.

(located inside the Convention & Visitor’s Bureau) Did you know Owensboro is the birthplace of actor Johnny Depp, Moto Grand Prix 2006 World Champion Nicky Hayden, and NASCAR notables Michael & Darrell Waltrip? Florence Henderson, of Brady Bunch and broadway fame, attended high school here. Check out all 50 Hall of Fame members at the Owensboro Visitor Center. Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.4:30 p.m. 215 East 2nd St.

NEW MALCO THEATER Located in Gateway Commons, Owensboro’s new Malco theater features large format extreme screens, electronic motorized recliner seating, and a grill and bar with a full menu.

6 HIKING AND BIKING TRAILS

Take a stroll on the City’s Greenbelt system, a continuous 15-mile, multiuse paved trail around Owensboro. Bike the Rudy Mine trail system, or hike the nature trails at Yellow Creek or Panther Creek Parks.

7 WORLD’S LARGEST SASSAFRAS TREE Legend has it that the tree’s owner defended it at gunpoint when the development of Frederica threatened the tree. The tree is approximately 300 years old. The average sassafras is 30-50 ft tall, but our record holder measures over 100 ft tall with a 21 ft circumference.

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8 THE OWENSBORO CHRISTMAS PARADE The annual Owensboro Christmas Parade is “Where Kentucky Starts Christmas.” The 2018 parade featured 100 floats and stretched 11 city blocks along 2nd Street.

9 O. Z . TYL ER D I S T IL L ERY

Owensboro has a rich bourbon tradition, stretching more than two hundred years thanks to its location, bountiful corn crop, and limestone-filtered water. Today, local bourbon distillery and Kentucky Bourbon Trail destination, O.Z. Tyler, combines traditional crafting and barrel-aging with modern day innovation to create a bourbon whose quality spans centuries of Kentucky distilling history.

THING S OW ENS BOROA NS S AY Welcome to Owensboro. We’re glad you’re here. Greater Owensboro is known for friendly folks and southern hospitality. Hopefully you’ve picked up on that already!

That being said, we definitely don’t want you to feel like an outsider for very long. So here are some Owensboroisms you should know about. We’re not claiming any of these make any sense – it’s just the way things are here in Owensboro. Pick up on these and you’ll be talking and thinking like a native Owensboroan in no time. It’s Not “Pop” First of all, we call soda “coke” whether it’s a Coke, Dr. Pepper, Pepsi or whatever. When we say coke we mean any carbonated soft drink. Loca l High Sc h ools Owensboroans call Daviess County High School “County” for short. But not so much “County High.” However, for some reason it’s perfectly acceptable to call Owensboro Catholic High School “Catholic High” or even just “Catholic” for short. Either way. But Owensboro High School is not “City” or “City High.” It’s “Senior High” because it started out as Owensboro Senior High School back in the day and we just never stopped calling it that. There’s no confusion with Apollo though. It’s just “Apollo.” There’s no other way to say it.

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Loca l La n d ma rks There are two bridges: the “new bridge,” which is out Highway 60 east of town, and the “blue bridge,” which is downtown. We don’t ever call them by their proper names (like Glover H. Cary, for example). We keep it totally informal when it comes to our bridges.

There is also no “East Parrish” and “West Parrish” Avenue to an Owensboroan. It’s just “54” on the east end and “Parrish” on the west end.

10 Named one of the top 10 playgrounds by USA Today, the Lazy Dayz park is a three-level playground.

TH E B LU E B RI D GE

An Owensboro icon, the Glover H. Cary “blue bridge” spans the Ohio River between Kentucky and Indiana. Originally painted silver, it was repainted blue in the ‘70s.

We don’t say “The Big Dipper” or “The Wonder Whip.” It’s just “The Dipper” or “The Whip.” Loca l Dialect To an Owensboroan, the names “Brian” and “Ryan” are one syllable. “Kyle” and “Cal” almost rhyme, even though they should sound nothing alike. For some unknown reason, we call garbage cans “toters” and knit hats “sock caps.” Some Owensboro folks put an “r” in the word “wash.” It’s not every day, but occasionally you will hear of someone “warshing” their laundry or car. Then some of us drop the “l” for no reason at all. As in “a five year ode” or a “bow” of soup. (Listen… it’s true isn’t it! Oops, I meant, “idn’t” it? Sorry.) We took a non-official tally and noticed that Owensboroans are about 50/50 on the pronunciation of Thruston. Incidentally, it could be said “Thruston Durmont Road” as it’s spelled or “Thurston (as in “thirstin”) Dermont Road.” Either way. Some folks will put a “the” in where there’s not even a “the” needed. As in, going to “The WalMart.” And of course, the number one thing that ONLY Owensboroans say is… “It’s Hot Don!” Thanks to the popular Don Moore car commercials. (Editor’s note: Of course we used that with permission because that’s actually a trademarked slogan now. That Don Moore is one smart guy!) O

CLIMATE IN FAHRENHEIT (AVERA GES) WINTER:

teens-mid 40s SUMMER:

mid 60s-mid 90s

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Out-of-towners struggle with the pronunciation of Frederica Street. Owensboroans slur it like Louisvillians slur the word “Louisville.” You don’t say it phonetically. It’s pronounced “Fred-rick-uh.” Three syllables. Not “Fred-er-reek-ah.”

SPRING:

# OF SNOW DAYS:

50s-70s

FALL:

YEARLY SNOWFALL:

50s-mid 80s

6” total

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long the rolling banks of the Ohio

Symphony Orchestra or marveling at the

up. Owensboro’s summer concert series, the

River, you’ll find a vibrant city that’s

annual airshow, you can be sure there’s much

23-year-running Friday After 5, makes eight

big enough to keep you entertained

more to Owensboro than bluegrass, bourbon

blocks of downtown come alive for 16 weeks

year-round, but small enough that

and barbecue. The hidden gems of the city

of the year with live music, family fun, food,

you still know your neighbors.

are boutique shopping experiences, beautiful

and more.

Owensboro — a city that’s

golf courses, music and art festivals and

recently seen a revitalization in both its

even Broadway shows that keep Owensboro

PLANTING ROOTS

physical condition and its spirit — is a

residents entertained.

One of Owensboro’s fastest growing

playground for all ages.

A focus on downtown revitalization has

demographics is the young professional.

Whether you find yourself spending

created an economic boom near the riverfront,

Whether returning home from college or

the day at one of Owensboro’s scenic parks,

creating a trendy spot to do business and

settling in Owensboro for the first time

taking in a performance by the Owensboro

to live, as condos and shops continue to go

because of growing career opportunities,

CITY STATS

COMPARED TO OTHER AREA CITIES

Owensboro, KY

Population Married Population Unemployment Rate Average Commute Time The Greater Owensboro region is within 600 miles of two-thirds of America’s population and Median Age Household Size 67 miles from the median center of the U.S. population. (from the EDC website) Median Home Price

59,042 Up 10.3% 47.9% 5.1% 14.96 minutes 38.6 2.35 $102,300

Louisville, KY Population Married Population Unemployment Rate Average Commute Time Median Age Household Size Median Home Price

615,366 Up 9.0% 44.7% 4.8% 22.34 minutes 37.2 2.42 $139,159

Evansville, IN Population 119,943 Down -5.0% Married Population 41.2% Unemployment Rate 4.7% Average Commute Time 31.72 minutes Median Age 35.8 Household Size 2.25 Median Home Price $104,300

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R A I S I N G A FA M I LY In 2016, Owensboro earned a Playful City USA designation from the non-profit KaBOOM!, which honors cities and towns for making their location more playable and bringing balance into the daily lives of children. Owensboro exemplifies a playable town. Often called “Sportstown, USA,” it’s home to a range of youth leagues from baseball and basketball to hockey. As the sun sets on any given afternoon, you’ll find families enjoying the playgrounds in the park systems or biking along the Greenbelt — a 15-mile paved path in the community connecting parks, schools and neighborhoods.

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Excellent school systems (City, County and a private Catholic system) provide balance to the play, and prepare young minds for tomorrow. Beyond K-12 education, Owensboro is the home to Brescia University, Kentucky Wesleyan College, WKU in Owensboro and Owensboro Community and Technical College – providing higher education options close to home.

young professionals have become the fresh face of the city. The Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber Young Professionals organization encourages a sense of community between the age group. The group introduces individuals from different backgrounds to

ENJOYING THE EMPTY NEST

Enjoying your senior years in Owensboro

could mean taking in local theater at the RiverPark Center, camping at Diamond Lake or golfing on the sprawling 18-hole course at Ben Hawes Park. Local restaurants will keep

one another for things like social gatherings,

your taste buds occupied, and Owensboro is

softball teams, philanthropy work and business

the perfect driving distance for some great one-

networking. There’s an energy to Owensboro

tank road trips when you feel adventurous.

that can only be attributed to the young movers

and shakers in the community.

something for everyone!

Nashville, TN Population 654,610 Up 34.0% Married Population 42.1% Unemployment Rate 3.8% Average Commute Time 23.4 minutes Median Age 33.9 Household Size 2.4 Median Home Price $205,800

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No matter what your age, Owensboro has O

COST OF LIVING

O’boro L’ville E’ville Nashville National Avg Overall 85 88 84 100 100 Grocery 95 92.3 91.4 94.6 100 Health 100 90 94 86 100 Housing 55 75 56 111 100 Utilities 99 89 102 88 100 Transportation 99 98 97 94 100 Miscellaneous 100 94 99 98 100

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DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT

BY: DANNY MAY

R E V I TA L I Z I N G D O W N T O W N

Owensboro is currently in the second phase of a major downtown

development. The complete revitalization of the riverfront began ten years ago with the expansion of Smothers Park, which has since become the crown

music series added entertainment opportunities on other nights of the week as well.

The brand new Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum opened in

2018 on the corner of 2nd and Frederica Street with state of the art exhibits,

jewel of the downtown district. The park features a three-story playground,

Woodward Theater for live events, an outdoor courtyard and stage, a

splash pad, restrooms, fountain attractions, a war memorial monument and

concession area and gift shop.

a concession stand. Since itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opening, Smothers Park has become a regional

draw, bringing new energy to downtown shops and restaurants.

and a third downtown hotel is in the works to accommodate the growing

demand for lodging as the Owensboro Convention Center continues to book

Around that same time, Boardwalk Pipelines relocated from South

A second parking garage opened in 2019 to help with parking downtown

Frederica to Second Street. A year later, the Owensboro Convention Center

larger conferences, events and concerts.

and Hampton Inn Waterfront opened, followed by the Holiday Inn Riverfront

the next year. The city concurrently implemented an extensive revitalization

on the third hotel and several other major projects such as The Woodward

project, improving downtown streets, sidewalks and lighting along Second

Building (a 4-5 story multi-use building zoned for retail on the bottom floor

Street. As foot traffic increased downtown, new business ventures popped up

and condos on the upper floors) and The Enclave at Riverfront Living (a

left and right as buildings that had been vacant for years found new tenants

multi-use building with plans for restaurants on street level and condos on

opening boutique shops, restaurants, bars and barber shops.

upper floors).

By the time Friday After 5 celebrated its 20th season in 2016,

Today, cranes interrupt the downtown skyline as construction continues

Owensboro is no longer a sleepy river town. Downtown is awake and

entertainment stretched from the RiverPark Center to the patio behind the

alive, the 54 corridor is expanding by leaps and bounds, and South Frederica

Convention Center. Capitalizing on the energy downtown, new community

is as busy as ever. We still have a small town feel, but our attitude is looking

events such as Holiday Stroll, classic car Cruise-Ins and Live on the Banks

up, just like our growing skyline.

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DID YOU KNOW?

USA Today recognized Smothers Park in a list of “10 Best: Playgrounds with way more than slides and swings” in 2015. The article describes “a new breed of playground” designed to welcome kids of all ages while taking special consideration for those with disabilities and sensory issues. Smothers Park is named after frontiersman William Smeathers, who settled in Owensboro in 1797.

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Smothers Park has become the centerpiece of Owensboro’s revitalized downtown district. It stretches five city blocks and covers five acres of land with a threelevel playground that’s completely handicapped accessible, which also entices parents and grandparents to play right along with their little ones. The people of Owensboro and visitors from across the region have found it’s easy to spend hours on a visit to Smothers Park. According to Public Events Director Tim Ross, that was the idea from the beginning. “The park was designed to offer something for everyone. There are amenities for all ages. Parents, grandparents and kids love the playground. Everyone can enjoy the viewing fountains, the swings and the overlook. And many of our older generation love the Shelton Memorial, which gets a tremendous amount of visitors because it’s such a beautiful monument and it gives such great respect to our POWs, MIAs and veterans.” The “Mayor’s Mile” riverwalk spans the riverfront from the RiverPark Center through Smothers Park all the way down to the Convention Center and hotels, giving foot traffic easy access to all the amenities downtown. Even when there’s not a live band playing, there is music playing from outdoor speakers hidden in the landscape. O

BY THE NUMBERS

37 SWINGS OVERLOOKING THE OHIO RIVER

20 SLIDES AT LAZY DAYZ PLAYGROUND

4 VIEWING FOUNTAIN FEATURES INCLUDING 1 CASCADE

24 WATER PAD SPRAY FOUNTAINS IN THE KID’S SPLASH PARK

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WORLD CLASS VENUES

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Local Charm

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE RIVERPARK CENTER

Downtown is thriving again. And with three world-class venues attracting crowds from all over the globe, Owensboro’s entertainment district is more alive than ever!

R I V E R PA R K C E N T E R For more than 25 years, RiverPark Center has been the cultural hub of Owensboro and the heartbeat of the downtown entertainment district. Today, RiverPark Center entertains, inspires and educates 200,000 people annually – including 25,000 children – through nearly 400 events. Cannon Hall, the premier 1,470-seat theater, is the home to Owensboro Symphony Orchestra and Owensboro Dance Theatre. The outdoor patio overlooking the Ohio River hosts the main stage for Friday After 5 while the 300-seat multi-purpose Jody Berry Cabaret Theatre is used for many civic, corporate, and private events. On several occasions major theatrical productions have been assembled, blocked, rehearsed and launched from RiverPark Center. In 2019, the lighting technical crew for the rock band O.A.R. used Cannon Hall to set up and program the light show for their three month summer tour. Whether it’s dinner and a Broadway style show, a night of dancing or a reception under the stars, RiverPark Center is where memories are made.

OW ENSB O RO CO NV E NTION CE NTE R Concerts, expos, conferences, community events, galas, receptions, business meetings, fivecourse meals and everything in between. There’s always something going on at the Owensboro Convention Center. Since the opening gala January 31, 2014, nearly 600,000 visitors have come through its doors, and the venue has hosted 1,380 events, bringing in more than $14,598,131 in gross revenue. In addition to expos and conventions, some of country, rock and contemporary christian music’s top entertainers have performed at the Owensboro Convention Center, including Willie Nelson, Dwight Yoakam, for King & Country, Casting Crowns, Black Stone Cherry and Travis Tritt. And anytime there’s a community event, the Convention Center is a part of it. You can find preferred seating for the Owensboro Air Show and All-American Fourth of July fireworks show or enjoy live performances on the Kentucky Legend Pier during Friday After 5.

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FREE

FUN on the BLUEGRASS MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM With the opening of the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum in 2018, downtown Owensboro has become the world center for the presentation of the history, culture and future of bluegrass music. Museum visitors drift down the river of sound through exhibits to interact with the history of Bluegrass music and the people and instruments who made it. But it’s much more than a museum. The 440-seat Woodward Theatre and outdoor stage regularly showcase live performances by the genre’s iconic legends and brightest rising stars. Impromptu jam sessions often happen in the “pickin parlor” just inside the museum where visitors can pick up an instrument to pluck or strum along. It’s all part of the experience. When not used for live performances, Woodward Theatre is also used for movie screenings and other community events. The Hall of Fame is a “must see” for fans in town for ROMP, but Owensboro residents will find many reasons to come back again and again. O

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RIVERFRONT FRIDAY AFTER 5 Fridays, May-Aug www.FridayAfter5.com

LIVE ON THE BANKS Saturdays, May-September www.VisitOwensboro.com

SUNSET CRUISERS CLASSIC CAR CRUISE IN First Saturday every month, April-October

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OWENSBORO HAS LONG BEEN KNOWN FOR ITS BLUEGRASS, BOURBON, AND BARBECUE TRADITIONS, BUT OBKY IS RECENTLY STAKING ITS CLAIM AS “KENTUCKY’S MUSIC CITY.”

ill Monroe, the father of bluegrass

Not to mention the Owensboro Symphony

music, was born 35 miles down the

Orchestra who offers a free community

road in Rosine, KY. Which is partially why the

“Concert

at Smothers Park, musicals at the RiverPark

Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Wesleyan College each August in addition to

Center stage and a thriving symphony.

is located in downtown Owensboro. Tens

their regular season of performances at the

of thousands of bluegrass and roots music

RiverPark Center.

the attention of BrandUSA, a destination-

fans come to ROMP festival every June. But

marketing organization for the United States

Owensboro has also been hosting its free

much as the river we founded our city on.

which recently named Owensboro one of

Friday After 5 concert series featuring regional

ten US cities in their “Hear The Music,

bands of many genres including rock, blues,

place to be,” says Dave Kirk, Destination

Experience The USA” campaign.

country and gospel for over twenty years. And

Manager for Visit Owensboro. “When you live

Mark

our newest music festival, PorchFest, is filling

in Owensboro, you’re exposed to all genres of

Owensboro, called that honor “perhaps the

more front porches with acoustic, folk and

music. Where else can you go where every

biggest opportunity Owensboro has ever

light rock acts every year.

Friday night in the summer you have six

had when it comes to marketing our city to

the

Lawn”

Kentucky

Yes, music flows through Owensboro as

“If you love music, Owensboro is your

different stages with six different genres?” Plus music festivals, outdoor concerts

That combination is precisely what caught

Calitri,

President

Visit

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PORCHFEST // PHOTO BY TAYLOR WEST the rest of the world.” To prove his point, the video BrandUSA produced to promote Owensboro’s music culture has nearly five million views from people around the world at the time of this printing.

But those who live here already know

what makes the BigO so unique. “Someone who grew up in Owensboro would say they come from a city that is vibrant, modern and friendly, all at the same time while maintaining the traditional charm of a southern American city,” the video’s narrator says.

That’s true of our culture and our music.

Both get better and richer as they’re passed down generation to generation like a barbecue recipe and savored like a good sip of bourbon. We hope you’ll enjoy the sounds and rhythms of Kentucky’s music city. O

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CONNECTIONS T r av e l a n d T r a n s p o r tat i o n f r o m G r e at e r O w e n s b o r o

*compiled by Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation

EC O N O M IC CL IMAT E

ANNUAL AVERAGE SALARY

COST OF LIVING INDEX (BASE US)

$55,994 $42,719

Owensboro, KY MSA

$44,817

Kentucky

100.0 91.9

USA

Owensboro, KY MSA

89.5

Kentucky

USA

The cost of living is 8.1% lower in Owensboro, KY than the US average.

MAJOR NONGOVERNMENT EMPLOYERS: Owensboro Health - 4,125 US Bank Home Mortgage - 1,800 Specialty Food Group - 700 Toyotetsu Mid-America 700 Titan Contracting - 600 UniFirst - 445 Glenmore Distilleries - 424 Kimberly-Clark - 400 Titan Contracting & Leasing - 400 Mizkan Owensboro - 382 Metalsa - 350 Swedish Match - 335

Owensboro Municipal Utilities - 260 Yager Materials - 250 MPD, Inc. - 250 The Hines Group - 240 Alorica - 230 Boardwalk - 220 METAL MANUFACTURERS AND SUPPLIERS IN THE REGION: Aleris Rolled Products Century Aluminum Columbia Specialty Metals McElroy Metals Southwire

AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURERS IN THE REGION: Daicel Safety Systems (DSSA) Daramic Metalsa Ritatsu Toyotetsu (TTMA) OMICO GLOBAL FOOD BRANDS: Ragu Bertolli Kentucky Legend Field O.Z. Tyler Sazerac Spirits

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OWB by the

NUMBERS

runways; the longest is 8,000 ft long x 150 ft wide

businesses or agencies with activity at the airport

826 acres

15,000

square feet of space at the newly opened Daviess County fire station at OWB

34,000

aircraft operations annually

(These operations involve military aircraft training, general aviation activities and commercial flights provided by Allegiant Airlines and Cape Air Airlines)

330,000

Allegiant customers have flown Allegiant through OWB

hether you’re taking to the friendly skies or cruising the open road, getting to and from Owensboro is easier than ever thanks to recent transportation upgrades. Located conveniently between Nashville, TN, to the south; Louisville and Lexington, KY, to the east; St. Louis, MO, to the west; and Chicago, IL, and Indianapolis, IN, to the north, Owensboro is a tank of gas away from fantastic travel destinations. And with an airport, a parkway, and now an interstate in Owensboro, friends and family can visit you in the ‘Boro in a snap.

OWB

At Owensboro-Daviess County Airport (OWB), travelers can have the best of both worlds: small-town feel with big-city connections. Airport Director Rob Barnett says the airport has three daily departures to St. Louis through the Cape Air airline Monday through Saturday, and two on Sundays. Once you arrive in St. Louis you can connect to a major airline through a seamless experience. “You check your bags with Cape Air and then you see them again at your destination!” he said. In addition to those daily Cape Air flights, OWB also offers flights to Sanford/Orlando, Florida, through the ultra-low-cost carrier Allegiant. The whole experience of flying out of OWB is all about convenience. “Convenience is really what we sell,” Barnett said. “We sell low cost parking. We offer you a convenience factor for your time. Going through the TSA line here takes minutes and we have better times to depart out of St. Louis.” Barnett also sees his share of business travelers coming through the airport. “Corporate aviation is a big element,” he said. “Look at the local economy, people are coming in to do business and that turns into rental car and fuel sales…” “The airport is the first impression to corporate travelers when they’re looking to expand in our community,” he said. Barnett took on his role at the end of November and is excited about the job. His primary roles, he said, are the overall safety and security of the airport, maintaining

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the assets the government has invested, looking at new revenue streams and accommodating general aviation needs. While the employees at the airport might be pros, there is also a OWB pilot program for those interested in an aviation career. For more information, visit www.owb. net.

I-165

The former William H. Natcher parkway was officially designated Interstate 165 in August of 2019, directly connecting Owensboro to 1-65 in Bowling Green, KY. That designation was the result of a lot of hard work by community leaders in Owensboro, the state capitol, and all the way to Washington, DC. Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Candance Castlen Brake says I-165 an incredible win for our community. “This kind of success is what happens when everyone works together. Our local, state and federal transportation leaders and elected officials and their staffs have worked tirelessly on this. And our business community has been right there alongside them. They deserve recognition for their hard work and their dedication to making our community move forward.” Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin sees I-165 as an exciting milestone for western Kentucky and the entire Commonwealth. “With direct interstate connectivity, communities all along this corridor are well positioned for economic development opportunities and sustained growth. In addition to being economically transformational for the region, the physical upgrades to the roadway will enhance the safety and overall commute for those traveling along I-165,” Gov. Bevin said in a release. O

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DID YOU KNOW Owensboro is the culinary and cultural hub of western Kentucky with a wide variety of delicious restaurants, a thriving arts community and a growing downtown nestled on the banks of the Ohio River. // Photo by AP Imagery

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The redevelopment of downtown has brought along with it many new opportunities for upper-level living spaces. Several mixed-use buildings now being constructed include condos on the second and third floors above street-level restaurants and retail space.

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WEST END Highway 60 is the main thoroughfare west of town to the Stanley and Reed area of the county. Parallel to the Audubon Parkway, Highway 56 winds through the Sorgho area to the gently rolling hills of West Louisville and Maple Mount.

3 DOGWOOD/AZALEA & HISTORIC DISTRICT Before Owensboro expanded to what is now Midtown and South Frederica, neighborhoods in the Parrish Avenue and Griffith Avenue area were considered the outskirts of town. In recent decades, neighborhoods have been developed along all corridors, both inside and outside the “bypass” (now known as US 60 Wendell Ford Expressway.)

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MIDTOWN SOUTH As the city expanded, neighborhoods were developed around the Owensboro Country Club, along Old Hartford Road, eventually connecting with the 54 corridor. The heart of Midtown, known as the “Triplett Twist,” is in the midst of a massive overhaul.

5 EAST END & 54 The Highway 54 corridor has grown tremendously the past 10 years. Gateway Commons is currently in development, which will include 260 acres of restaurant, residential, and retail space plus two hotels, a movie theater, and more. Beyond 54, the busyness subsides to sprawling fields between Philpot and Whitesville, a town with a population of 550 just 13 miles from City limits. Along Highway 144, the community of Thruston boasts the Pearl Club and Yellow Creek Park.

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The Apollo area is populated with many intersecting neighborhoods that have easy access to US 60 Expressway, Parrish Avenue via Carter Road, and Frederica via Tamarack Road or Southtown Boulevard. Residents also enjoy access to the Greenbelt for strolling and biking.

7 WESLEYAN SHAWNEE On either side of the beautiful Kentucky Wesleyan College campus, the WesleyanShawnee area spans from Tamarack Road along Lewis Lane and beyond Scherm Road to Booth Avenue.

8 81 TO MCLEAN COUNT Y If sprawling front yards and wide open spaces are your ideal living condition, you’ll find plenty of both along Highway 81, which splits with Highway 56 at the roundabout west of City limits out Parrish Avenue. US 81 passes through the communities of Rome, Friendly Village and Livia on its way to Calhoun across the McLean County line.

9 SOUTH FREDERICA As the lights of busy South Frederica Street fade into starlight directly south of Owensboro, communities like Pettit, Browns Valley and Utica dot Highway 431.

10 231 TO UTICA Highway 231 parallels the William H. Natcher Parkway to the community of Masonville, home to the rapidly expanding Deer Valley development.

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being. DCPS provides extracurricular opportunities

students to explore their unique interests and skills.

to nurturing every aspect of the students’ wellin academics, athletics and the arts, encouraging

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The Daviess County Public Schools district puts

DAVIESS COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS “Kids First” in everything. DCPS has 12 elementary

schools, three middle schools, two traditional high schools

share information about academic and extracurricular

and one non-traditional high school – all eager to welcome

opportunities that are available for students, including

students.

innovative programs that allow students to experience real-

world learning experiences and earn college credit. Families

DCPS has earned designation as a Distinguished

DCPS schools welcome the opportunity to

District based on students’ outstanding academic

considering a move to Greater Owensboro are invited to

achievement. All DCPS schools meet or exceed standards

visit at www.dcps.org or contact the DCPS Central Office at

set by the Kentucky Department of Education.

270-852-7000 or contact@dcps.org.

The district’s dedicated education professionals and

support team provide meaningful education experiences

OWENSBORO CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

for every child in every classroom, every day.

All 12 DCPS elementary school preschool programs

have earned the highest ratings for quality early childhood education programming.

In addition to strong academic instruction, DCPS also develops leadership skills, community service, and physical, emotional and social wellness as well as commitment

Over 1,200 children span four buildings to comprise

an organization that emphasizes faith, discipline, integrity and maximizing each child’s God given talents. That translates into significantly higher academic performances and superior employees for this community and the world. Owensboro Catholic Schools is always looking for more creative ways to achieve higher performances in its student body, using educational methods proven by data to

for extracurriculars, clubs, sports, music, dances, class trips and continually looks for ways to engage students in broader experiences of education by allowing students opportunities to have joyful experiences of education to compliment the higher academic expectations.

For more information, please contact Owensboro

Catholic Schools Central Office at 270-686-8896 or

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serves more than 5,000 students and has just under 900 employees. OPS operates on three pillars: tradition, innovation and excellence with a tradition of engaging the whole child. While OPS places an important emphasis

Specialized programs are

on student achievement in terms of testing, OPS believes education stretches beyond those boundaries. According

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and creativity, such as STEM,

to the Kennedy Center and the National School Boards

Academic Team and Robotics.

Association, OPS has one of the top Fine Arts programs in

Technology is used to facilitate

the nation. OPS believes in every art for every child. The

and personalize student learning

budget ensures that all students have access to any art form

through the use of web-based learning

they’d like to try no matter their financial situation.

programs.

High school curriculums are geared

prep performance, reflected in the $4

million in scholarships offered to seniors last year.

One of the most diverse school systems in the

western part of the state, Owensboro Public Schools

to achieve the highest levels of college

how to have fun! OCS provides a variety of opportunities

students to express a more caring and nurturing learning

implemented to foster critical thinking

The Owensboro Catholic School system wraps

a student’s day in prayer that expresses concern for

intimate and engaging relationships with families and

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achieve better results. Faculty work harder to form more

above the state and national averages.

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academics, OCS believe that faith also teaches students

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their lives. More than disciplined behavior and strong

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With a laptop to student ratio of one-to-one

in grades 5-12, OPS is a leader in innovation. At the elementary school level, all students have access to tablet and computer technology. OPS recently purchased a state-of-the-art digital literacy program called Footsteps to Brilliance and created a District-Wide Literacy Coach

NEW TECH IN OWENSBORO

Owensboro Innovation Academy (OIA) and Innovation Middle (iMiddle) are Kentucky’s only New Tech Network affiliated schools. These unique schools offer an innovative approach to learning through high tech, project-based learning. Students develop apps, engineer robot technology and study the latest developments in biomedicine. OIA shares space with Owensboro Public Schools’ Centre for Applied Technology, which provides educational opportunities centered around electrical engineering and masonry. iMiddle opened the fall of 2019 as a 6-8th grade middle school partnering with local civic and cultural institutions to stimulate global learning and engagement with a core philosophy of hands-on critical thinking and problem solving.

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position to ensure students have access to the latest learning

spiritual growth and faith development by attending Saint

resources.

Mary of the Woods Catholic School.

In the past four years, OPS has been named a District of

Distinction, earned a Magna Award Honorable Mention and employees have won countless state and national awards for excellence. Owensboro High School has the most sports state championships (31) of any public high school in the entire state.

In terms of facilities, OPS has two head-start preschools,

five elementary schools, two middle schools (traditional and

The mission of Trinity High School is to provide a

COLLEGE BRESCIA UNIVERSITY

spiritual environment, together with a comprehensive

educational program, dedicated to faith formation in the

only Catholic college,

Roman Catholic Church. The goal is to prepare and empower

Brescia University shares in

students to become lifelong learners who are responsible

the teaching mission of Christ

members of the Church, their families, and the community.

by helping students realize their

God-given potential. Grounded in

At Trinity High School, incredible staff members provide

As Western Kentucky’s

optimal environments for students to grow in each subject.

the Ursuline tradition, the University’s

OIA, and alternative high school). In the last seven years,

Every class uses an iPad for academic use. Trinity High School

mission calls for educating students in mind,

OPS opened a fine arts wing including a black box theater at

offers many advanced courses, as well as numerous dual credit

body and spirit. Brescia University educates the mind through

the high school, a new gym at OHS, a new gym/performing

college level courses from Brescia University and OCTCS,

arts center at two elementary schools with more planned at

and three different diploma options that range in difficulty

other elementary schools, a turf football field at OHS and at

and ability. The traveling classroom course allows students the

Owensboro Middle School, a new track, and a turf soccer

opportunity to study abroad during their high school career.

iMiddle) and three high schools (traditional high school,

field.

The mission of OPS simple: engage all students with

innovative teaching and learning.

ST. MARY’S / WHITESVILLE TRINITY

Located in Whitesville, KY, Saint Mary of the Woods

Catholic School is a private Catholic grade and middle school serving the students of eastern Daviess County and Ohio

HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Heritage Christian School is a private PreK-8 school that

exists to provide an education for the whole child, built on the unchanging principles of the Word of God and the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

The mission of HCS is to strive for academic excellence.

challenging academics rooted in the liberal arts and Catholic intellectual tradition; the body through championship athletics and campus wellness programs; and the spirit through access to campus ministry, the study of theology, and service-oriented extracurricular activities such as an annual Alternative Spring Break.

At Brescia, education is about more than a diploma;

it is about making a difference - the Brescia Difference. This means making a difference in the lives of students by providing access to affordable, high-quality education so they can pursue meaningful careers and fulfilling personal lives. It means making a difference in the community by

County. With PreK-8 under one roof, smaller class sizes allow

This is successful through excellent faculty, quality curriculum

nurturing and promoting the value of servant leadership in

more opportunity for one on one interaction and the ability

materials, dedicated parents, and a good work ethic. All of

students who participate in numerous volunteer and service-

to provide on-going differentiation of instruction to meet a

those factors have combined to produce outstanding test

learning opportunities. Those students become Brescia

child’s learning needs. Students receive academic excellence,

scores year after year.

University alumni who lead generous lives of service in their

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own communities as teachers, social workers, counselors,

to change in whatever venture

or university or for a high

healthcare workers, business leaders and civil servants.

they take in life. In small-class

wage, in-demand career.

settings, students get to know

Most students are from

ground and online. As a leader and pioneer in the online

their professors and benefit

the four county Daviess,

education option, Brescia University’s BUonline programs

from personal attention

Ohio, Hancock and McLean

now accounts for nearly half of the student body. This flexible

geared to their success. A

option seeks to empower students who want to learn to do

Wesleyan education not only

so in a format that fits their individual needs. Over 15 degree

prepares students for careers, but

options at the Certificate, Associate, Bachelor and Graduate

careers with a calling.

levels are available. Among numerous notable programs,

BUonline offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology with

the classroom, there’s a place for you to

an emphasis in Pastoral Studies, Bachelor of Science in

be yourself at Kentucky Wesleyan. From athletic

Accounting, as well as a Master of Social Work.

teams, Greek life and campus ministries to a kaleidoscope

of organizations and events – students find great times,

and the first Healthcare Facilities Leadership program in

home. Many of those students take advantage of the

relationships and the chance to express themselves. A vibrant

the country. The college encourages graduates to complete

Catholic Connection Grant, available for new students

campus life packed with activities and friends makes your

baccalaureate degrees by creating transfer pathways in all

graduating from private, Catholic high schools or upon the

college experience the time of your life. And all this in the

associate degree programs.

recommendation of their parish priest. Many other financial

thriving city of Owensboro where opportunities abound

aid packages are available. For more information, contact

during your time as a student and after graduation – it just

with stellar pass rates on state and national exams. High

Admissions at 1-877-BRESCIA.

doesn’t get any better than that! Visit kwc.edu and get on

demand healthcare career opportunities are available, such

Your Wesleyan Way today!

as nursing, surgical technology, radiography, paramedic,

Brescia University offers a quality education both on

Currently, approximately 1,200 students call Brescia

KENTUCKY WESLEYAN COLLEGE

region, but others travel from elsewhere in Kentucky and southern Indiana, attracted by the Advanced

Whatever your interests outside

Technology Center and the college’s distinctive programs. Examples include a two-year degree program in Veterinary Technology, cutting edge training in alternative fuels,

OCTC’s technical programs are the best in class

medical information technology, healthcare facilities

Wesleyan College is building leaders for the next generation.

OWENSBORO COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE

For more than 150 years, the college has served students

in the liberal arts tradition, and for the next 150 years at

is an award-winning institution earning the Messenger-

such as fire rescue science technology, criminal justice and

Kentucky Wesleyan, students will learn to think critically,

Inquirer “Reader’s Choice” platinum status for a second year

human services offer both straight to career and transfer

communicate effectively and live ethically. A dynamic liberal

in a row.

opportunities.

arts education equips graduates to think critically and adapt

In today’s complex, ever-changing world, Kentucky

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC),

Students can prepare for transfer to a four-year college

leadership and veterinary technology. High tech career options include advanced manufacturing pathways, computer and information technologies. Helping professions

OCTC’s Workforce Solutions partners with business

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and industry to provide training, and customized programs to meet industry needs. Programs include modularized training that can be administered through multiple device platforms.

OCTC is the community’s college and student success is

paramount. Successful graduates become active, productive citizens and enrich our community.

WKU IN OWENSBORO

Since 1969, Western Kentucky University has served

the people of Owensboro-Daviess County and surrounding communities with high-quality educational opportunities. Over the years, the university has adapted to fit the demands and needs of students, but its objective has remained the same: to provide outstanding educational opportunities, support regional economic growth and improve the quality of life for citizens of Owensboro/Daviess County and surrounding communities.

Each student is unique, so WKU in Owensboro provides

multiple course and degree options to fit the needs of adult learners with convenient, flexible educational resources close to home. Students are allowed to reach their academic goals while balancing their personal and professional lives. Courses are offered in-person, online and through real-time video streaming between campus locations (IVS).

Through partnerships with OCTC, Henderson

Community College and Madisonville Community College, students can seamlessly transfer to WKU in Owensboro to complete their 4-year degree. Students can also earn a master’s degree, complete a certificate program or enroll in career training programs which correlate with the unique job market needs of the region. WKU’s Career and Workforce Development office also offers specialized workforce education programs. They can develop customized programs to meet the employee training needs of local business and industry.

The Owensboro campus looks forward to the next 50

years while continuing to develop additional educational opportunities, expand community partnerships and support economic growth throughout this region.

When you’re ready to take your education to the next

level, Hilltoppers are here!

Visit on the web at wku.edu/Owensboro, call at 270-684-

9797 or email owensboro@wku.edu.

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

LITTLE ONES ACADEMY 714 E 3rd Street | 270-689-0927

ACADEMY OF LEARNING

3220 Bold Forbes Way | 270-684-1411

MAXIMILIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY PRESCHOOL

ANIMAL CRACKERS

1401 Spring Bank Drive, Suite 4 | 270-689-1402

1304 St. Ann Street | 270-684-6699

OUR LADY OF LOURDES DAYCARE

AUDUBON AREA (HEAD START)

Dar-Nek Family Development Center 4800 New Hartford Rd. | 270-683-6377 Helen Sears Family Development Center at the Villa 2225 E. 18th Street | 270-691-8000 Leola Hayden Family Development Center 1306 East 8th Street | 270-689-9387 West End Family Development Center 800 W. 5th Street | 270-685-3231 Killian Migrant Center 900 Walnut Street | 270-852-6534

BREY’S EARLY LEARNING SCHOOL

OVER THE RAINBOW CHILDCARE 411 W 4th Street | 270-684-6309

OWENSBORO CHILD CARE CENTER 300 W Byers Avenue | 270-685-2729

OWENSBORO CHURCH OF CHRIST PRESCHOOL 3300 East U.S. Highway 60 270-684-3406

OWENSBORO PUBLIC SCHOOLS HAGER PRESCHOOL

1945 Tamarack Road | 270-926-0202 or 270-314-4673

1701 West 7th Street | 270-686-1125

BUILDING BLOCKS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 724 Harvard Drive | 270-240-5051

OWENSBORO PUBLIC SCHOOLS SEVEN HILLS PRESCHOOL 2401 McConnell Avenue | 270-686-1014

CATHEDRAL PRESCHOOL

PLAY SMART PRESCHOOL

600 Locust Street | 270-926-1652

Simply Therapy 3117 Alvey Park Drive W | 270-683-9992

CHARLOTTE’S WEB PRESCHOOL & NURSERY

PRESBYTERIAN WEEKDAY SCHOOL

4129 Vincent Station Drive | 270-500-4037

DAVIESS COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRESCHOOL

4029 Frederica Street | 270-684-6516

First Presbyterian Church 1328 Griffith Avenue | 270-684-1467

Students are served in their home elementary school, with the exception of the fee-based program.

ROOTS AND WINGS CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL

HERITAGE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

SETTLE MEMORIAL PRESCHOOL

3585 Thruston Dermont Road | 270-685-4002

HERITAGE PARK PRESCHOOL 3802 Legacy Run | 270-683-0611

KB’S KID ZONE

519 W Byers Avenue | 270-313-6325 201 E. 4th Street | 270-684-7005

ST. PIUS XTH DAYCARE 3418 HWY 144 | 270-684-7456

3045 Burlew Blvd | 270-683-3444

SWEAT PEAS

LITTLE BLESSINGS DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL

THE LEARNING TREE DAYCARE

3271 Alvey Park Drive W | 270-478-4568

5533 Hwy 144 | 270-500-4185

2624 New Hartford Road | 270-702-1378

LITTLE EINSTEINS DAYCARE

WEE PEOPLE DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL

3940 Old Hartford Road | 270-852-0428

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L I F E L O N GLearning

Books, movies, music and more at the Daviess County Public Library BY: JACQUELINE JORDAN // PHOTO BY: TAYLOR WEST

f your idea of going to the library is checking out a book from a dusty shelf, you’re due for a visit to the modern facilities of the Daviess County Public Library. Serving 92,000 people in Owensboro and Daviess County, the library boasts nearly 200,000 books as well as 14,000 DVDs, 46,000 eBooks and much, much more. The children’s area was recently renovated to be an enclosed, colorful space with a family bathroom. Shannon Sandefur, DCPL Community Engagement Manager, said the area has a strong play literacy element and includes a ball wall, Lite Brite wall, puppet theater, play kitchen, tool bench and LEGO table. The library offers several programs for children such as storytime, science experiments, character visits, summer reading programs, crafts and more. But it’s not all kids’ play. If you’re in need of entertainment, the library offers Hoopla - a streaming service for music, audiobooks, eBooks, movies, TV shows and comics. The service is free with an active library card. Aspiring gardeners might want to visit the Seed

Library, where they can “check out” up to five seed packets per month. Of course they don’t have to return anything, just sign the seeds out in the catalog and take them home to grow. You can even check out an instrument! Sandefur said the program started with a donation of instruments from Blue Star Connection. “The founder, John Wayne Catt, started a charity that puts instruments in the hands of children who are facing a terminal illness and expanded the program to schools and public libraries,” she said. The collection includes guitars, keyboards, ukuleles, one banjo, and one mandolin. There’s a 28-day loan period. For families up for a learning adventure, the library offers museum passes too. The passes allow up to four family members to visit not only the Owensboro Museum of Science and History, but also any museum affiliated with the Association of Science-Technology centers. That includes but is not limited to the Kentucky Science Center in Louisville, American Museum of Natural History in New York and National Museum of Natural History in the District of Columbia. They also offer YMCA passes, which provide individuals or families access to the facility for two weeks. If you’re still not convinced that you need a trip to the library, here are a few more items from their non-traditional collection: • Laptops that can be checked out and used throughout the library • Roku Streaming Sticks • Wi-Fi Hotspots • Telescopes • Maker Kits for children and teens to be used in the building O

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CHURCH DIRECTORY

AMERICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL SAINT PAUL AME 624 Elm St Owensboro KY 42301 270-684-8020

BAPTIST

APOLLO HEIGHTS BAPTIST 2322 Tamarack Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 684-9044 BELLEVUE BAPTIST 4950 St Rt 56 Owensboro, KY 42301 685-5103

DAWSON BAPTIST 5880 Hwy 54 Philpot, KY 42366 270-729-4202 EATON MEMORIAL BAPTIST 1225 West Third St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-5239 FIRST BAPTIST 230 J R Miller Blvd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-3505 FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST 8225 KY 762 Philpot, KY 42366 270-275-4077

BETHABARA BAPTIST 2946 KY 142 Philpot, KY 42366 270-729-2159

GARDEN GREEN BAPTIST 419 Ewing Rd Owensboro, KY 42301

BETHEL BAPTIST 224 Bethel Church Rd Calhoun, KY 42327

GLENVILLE BAPTIST 10517 KY 81 Utica, KY 42376 270-785-4512

BRUSHY FORK BAPTIST 4418 Hwy 554 Utica, KY 42376 270-785-9080

GRACEPOINTE BAPTIST 2339 W Parrish Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-2156

BUCK CREEK BAPTIST 3788 U.S. 431 N Calhoun, KY 42327 270-733-4056

GREEN BRIER BAPTIST 12122 Vertrees Rd Utica, KY 42376 270-733-4817

BUENA VISTA BAPTIST 119 W. 24th St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-6234

HOPEWELL BAPTIST 7520 Short Station Rd Philpot, KY 42366 270-729-2260

CALHOUN BAPTIST 315 Main St Calhoun, KY 42327 270-273-3645

IMMANUEL BAPTIST 3611 Ralph Ave Owensboro, KY 42303 270-281-5092

CEDAR STREET BAPTIST 824 Cedar St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-4882

KARNS GROVE BAPTIST 6371 Karns Grove Rd Philpot, KY 42366 270-233-5563

CROSSPOINTE BAPTIST 550 Worthington Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-689-9488

LEWIS LANE BAPTIST 2600 Lewis Ln Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-4266

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

LIFE COMMUNITY 1102 Hall St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-1303 LIVERMORE BAPTIST 611 Hill St Livermore, KY 42352 270-278-2310 MACEDONIA BAPTIST 4839 Millers Mill Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-686-8616 MACEO BAPTIST 9321 Kelly Cemetery Rd Maceo, KY 42355 270-264-1818 MASONVILLE BAPTIST 6601 Hwy 231 Utica, KY 42376 270-729-4069

RED HILL BAPTIST 10060 Red Hill-Maxwell Rd Utica, KY 42376 270-275-9966

MISSION VISION BAPTIST 10743 B Hwy 764 Whitesville, KY 42378 PO Box 99 270-316-1605

RIDGEWOOD BAPTIST 800 Carter Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-2324

MOUNT VERNON BAPTIST 5215 Hwy 256 Calhoun, KY 42327 270-278-5622 NEW LIFE BAPTIST 400 Crabtree Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-5626 NEWMAN BAPTIST 9025 U.S. 60 W Owensboro, KY 42301

RIVERSIDE BAPTIST 3703 E. US 60 Owensboro, KY 42303 SORGHO BAPTIST 3083 KY 1554 Owensboro, KY 42301 SOUTH HAMPTON BAPTIST 2949 South Hampton Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 STANLEY BAPTIST Church St Owensboro, KY 42301

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PANTHER CREEK BAPTIST 7146 Hwy 431 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-2155

SUGAR GROVE BAPTIST 8275 US 231 Utica, KY 42376 270-729-0789

PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST 5664 Hwy 56 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-771-4150

THIRD BAPTIST 527 Allen St. Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-0269

PLEASANT MEMORIAL BAPTIST 5440 West Fifth St. Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-1027

UTICA BAPTIST 415 KY-1207 Utica, KY 42376 270-733-4517

PLEASANT RIDGE BAPTIST 4195 KY 764 Utica, KY 42376 270-275-4787

WALNUT MEMORIAL BAPTIST 519 W Byers Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-7234

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WHITESVILLE BAPTIST 10167 Hwy 54 Whitesville, KY 42378 270-233-5401

OUR LADY OF LOURDES 4029 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-5369

WING AVENUE BAPTIST 628 Wing Ave Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-9679

PRECIOUS BLOOD 3306 Fenmore St Owensboro, KY 270-684-6888

YELLOW CREEK BAPTIST 5741 KY 144 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-281-4118

SAINT ALPHONSUS 7925 Hwy 500 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-229-4164

YELVINGTON BAPTIST 9424 KY 662 Maceo, KY 42355

BUDDHIST

MINDFUL HEART BUDDHA SANGHA 600 North Weinbach Ave #220 Evansville, IN

CATHOLIC

SAINT ANTHONYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S 261 Saint Anthony Rd Utica, KY 42376 270-733-4341 STS JOSEPH AND PAUL 609 E 4th St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-5641

BLESSED MOTHER PARISH 601 E 23rd St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-8444

SAINT MARTIN 5856 State Route 81 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-685-0339

BLESSED SACRAMENT CHAPEL 602 Sycamore St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-4741

ST MARY MAGDALENE 7232 State Route 56 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-771-4436

IMMACULATE PARISH 2516 Christie Pl Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-0689

ST PETER OF ALCANTARA 81 Church St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-764-1983

ST PIUS TENTH PARISH 3512 E 6th St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-4745

OWENSBORO WINGS OF FAITH 1002 Omega St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-9813

SAINT STEPHEN CATHEDRAL 610 Locust St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-6525

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

CHURCH OF CHRIST

OWENSBORO CHURCH OF CHRIST 3300 Hwy 144 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-3406 PARRISH AVENUE CHURCH OF CHRIST 2302 W Parrish Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-0358 SOUTHSIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST 2920 New Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-5386 WESTSIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST 4201 Benttree Dr Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-4204

CHURCH OF GOD

CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 1102 W 7th St Owensboro, KY 270-684-1757 CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY 1836 W. 5th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-412 ST. STEPHEN CATHEDRAL // PHOTO BY TAYLOR WEST

FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 2101 State Route 554 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-691-2610 GRACE CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 6320 Old Hwy 54 Philpot, KY 42366 270-729-9157 NEXT LEVEL CHURCH OF GOD 2613 Cravens Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-314-7589

AUDUBON CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 15 Carter Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-691-0893 FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 3400 Lewis Ln Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-3086

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST CENTURY CHRISTIAN 1301 Tamarack Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-0286 FIRST CHRISTIAN 700 JR Miller Blvd Owensboro KY 270-684-8879

EPISCOPAL

TRINITY EPISCOPAL 720 Ford Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-5326

HINDU

TRI-STATE HINDU TEMPLE 6044 Vann Rd Newburgh, IN 47630

JEWISH

TEMPLE ADATH ISRAEL â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SYNAGOGUE 429 Daviess St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-9723

LUTHERAN

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA) 2830 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-6611 PEACE LUTHERAN (LCMS) 2200 Carter Rd Owensboro, KY 270-685-0249

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METHODIST

ASBURY UNITED METHODIST 2711 Cravens Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-689-0801 BRECKENRIDGE STREET METHODIST 1400 Breckenridge St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-2277 MASONVILLE UNITED METHODIST 2810 Old Masonville Loop Utica, KY 42376 270-729-4552 PLEASANT GROVE UNITED METHODIST 4730 Pleasant Grove Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-926-3204 SAINT JOHN UNITED METHODIST 2160 Griffith Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-6326 SETTLE MEMORIAL METHODIST 201 E 4th St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-4226 THRUSTON UNITED METHODIST 5551 State Route 405 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-281-9044 TRINITY UNITED METHODIST 2815 Old Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-1878 WESLEYAN HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST 1215 Scherm Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-5573 WOODLAWN UNITED METHODIST 1120 Woodlawn Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-9868

MUSLIM

ISLAMIC CENTER OF OWENSBORO 3131 Alvey Park Dr W Owensboro, KY 42303 270-688-0001

NONDENOMINATIONAL BRIDGEPOINTE 2706 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-852-5164 CHURCH ALIVE 325 Carter Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-4200 CHURCH FOR ALL 400 E. 4th St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-688-8232 ENCOUNTER COMMUNITY 2001 Prince Ave Owensboro, KY 42303 270-316-1255 FOUNTAIN DOWNTOWN – REHOBETH MINISTRY 119 W. 2nd St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-691-1122 GOSPEL KINGDOM CHURCH 5691 W. 5th St. Rd Owensboro, KY 270-685-1919 HIS CHURCH 4810 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-6009

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LEGACY 3300 Frederica St Owensboro KY 270-478-4294 LIFELINE REVIVAL CENTER 2808 W 2nd St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-485-4418

OWENSBORO GOSPEL KINGDOM 7625 U.S. Hwy 431 Utica, KY 42376 RIVER TREE 600 Salem Dr. Owensboro, KY 42303 270-685-5819

ORTHODOX

LIVING HOPE COMMUNITY 1709 Alexander Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-993-3604

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTERDAY SAINTS 3337 Hwy 144 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-685-3396

NEW COVENANT 3515 Wathens Xing Owensboro, KY 42301 270-316-1819

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES 2208 Tamarack Rd. Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-3431

OWENSBORO CHRISTIAN 2818 New Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-2706

ST. ANANIAS ORTHODOX 3407 Bellemeade Ave Evansville, IN 47714

OWENSBORO COVENANT 4200 Old Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-5332

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Open Door Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 407 W 5th St Owensboro, KY 42301 812-228-6100

OWENSBORO FAITH FELLOWSHIP 1836 W 5th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-4120

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION OF OWENSBORO 1221 Cedar St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-1462

PRESBYTERIAN

CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN (PCUSA) 426 Saint Ann St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-6836

CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN (PCA) 3857 KY Hwy 54 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-685-3055 CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN (CPC) 910 Booth Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-4479 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN (PCUSA) 1328 Griffith Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-1467

PENTECOSTAL

CHRIST GOSPEL CHURCH 9 Gale Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-478-4793 GREATER EBENEZER TEMPLE 1528 W 9th St Owensboro, KY 270-685-5765

PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHRISTIAN TABERNACLE APOSTOLIC 1103 W 7th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-9570

CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD 2201 W 9th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-5070 HOLINESS CHURCH 605 Jeff Place Owensboro, KY 42301 270-240-4566

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

IMMANUEL SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 1301 Pearl St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-5323

PHILLIPS CHAPEL WORSHIP ASSEMBLY 500 Orchard St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-791-8011

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 2288 Tamarack Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-685-4747

THE PENTACOSTALS OF OWENSBORO 6500 US-231 Utica, KY 42376 270-926-8980

TRI-STATE GURU NANAK SIKH TEMPLE 2816 N. Cullen Ave Evansville, IN

PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

CALVARY TEMPLE/IGNITE 360 800 Chuck Gray Ct Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-8513 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD 2805 W 4th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-883-2373

GOOD SHEPHERD CHURCH 3031 Bittel Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-8274

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UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST UNITY FELLOWSHIP 625 Allen St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-3811

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SOUTHSIDE WESLEYAN 2804 Veach Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-6804 O

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hen you come for a visit, you may see a sticker on the window of a business that says, “Senior Friendly Business.” That’s because that business – and this community has made a commitment to provide the best possible customer service to the seniors in Greater Owensboro. If you are looking for an area to retire, or if you are considering a move and are needing services for an elderly family member or friend, Owensboro - Daviess County is certainly a community with much to offer. With 16.9% of our population being age 65 and over, and that number growing exponentially, our community is rich with resources and opportunities for engagement for seniors! The engagement prospects are endless for seniors here! Our beautiful Riverpark Center offers discounts to off Broadway productions, and symphony concerts, as does our spectacular Theatre Workshop of Owensboro. Our “Friday After 5” community gathering in downtown Owensboro each Friday evening during summer months features gospel music and salutes to Veterans, which our seniors truly enjoy. Local colleges invest in life-long learning by offering discounted and even free courses

for seniors! One local university is currently working on a designation as an “Age-Friendly University!” We offer outstanding volunteer opportunities which is an excellent way to meet others and learn about the community all at the same time. Some programs even offer a small stipend. Reach out to volunteerowensboro.com for more information! A unique quality that I think we have is our sincere desire to help people, especially within our senior community. We now have a no cost 2-1-1 service which one can call and explain a need and be given a list of possible resources to contact. There are also additional call centers available, such as the Green River Area Development District’s ADRC hotline, (800) 928-9094, which will connect you with a variety of in-home services for your loved ones including Meals on Wheels or Home Care Services. You can check out their website at GRADD.com. Another excellent resource is Audubon Area Community Services, at (270) 686-1600, which can connect you with public transportation for seniors, assistance with heating and cooling, senior housing options and senior in-home services audubon-area.com.

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There is also a local senior community

center which offers activities as well as programs and services and operates as a call center, the Senior Community Center of OwensboroDaviess County. You can reach out to them at (270) 687-4640 or seniorcenterodc.com.

Our local hospital, Owensboro Health has

made aging services one of it’s main focus areas and with that has really invested in programs and partnerships that support senior services within this community. For example, not only do they offer an outstanding Famer’s Market which offers vouchers to seniors for free produce, they also host the Golden Partners program (270-688-6855), which offers a variety of educational and fun opportunities for seniors! Our local YMCA offers the Silver Sneakers program (270-926-9622 owensboroymca.org). There are many churches within the area who offer senior programs, too.

As our community looks to the future,

ongoing provisions are ever-evolving to ensure amenities in Greater Owensboro are “Age Friendly” and continue to promote a healthy lifestyle and independent living.

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You’ll find out quickly that Greater Owensboro is a generous community known for going the extra mile and helping others in times of need. If you’re interested in philanthropy and community service, there are plenty of opportunities.

• Aid the Homeless • American Red Cross • Arc of Owensboro/ Opportunity Center • Audubon Area Community Services • CareNet Owensboro • CASA of Ohio Valley • Cliff Hagan Girls & Boys Club • Dismas Charities • Dream Riders of Kentucky • Flamingos for Amber, Inc. • Fresh Start for Women • Friends of Sinners • Girls Incorporated • Girls Scouts of Kentuckiana • Goodfellows Club • Green River Area Community Foundation • Green River Area Down Syndrome Association GRADSA • Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro - Daviess County • H.L. Neblett Community Center • Help Office of Owensboro • Homeless Council of the Ohio Valley • Hospice of Western KY • Impact 100 • International Center of Western KY • Junior League of Owensboro • Lawrence and Augusta Hager Educational Foundation • Public Life Foundation • March of Dimes

• Marilyn and William Young Charitable Foundation • Mary Kendall Home • Matthew 25 Aids Service • MentorKids Kentucky • New Beginnings Sexual Assault Support Services • Oasis • Owensboro Autism Network • Owensboro Career Development Association • Owensboro Chapter of the NAACP • Owensboro Health Foundation • Owensboro Lions Club • Owensboro Regional Suicide Prevention Coalition • Public Life Foundation • Puzzle Pieces • Right to Life of Owensboro • Senior Community Center • St. Joseph’s Peace Mission for Children • Sunrise Children’s Services • The Children’s Advocacy Center • The Salvation Army • United Way of Ohio Valley • Volunteer Owensboro • Wendell Foster Campus • Women’s Guild of Owensboro

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Boulware Mission Daniel Pitino Shelter Crossroads St. Benedicts Homeless Shelter

Engage Owensboro, an initiative launched by the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce through a generous donation from the Marilyn and William Young Foundation, is an interactive database and board training program designed to more fully engage citizens in Greater Owensboro. Starting fall of 2019, non-profit organizations will be able to connect with individuals within the community who are interested in serving their organization whether it be through a board appointment, committee work or simply volunteering. Another key component of Engage Owensboro is specific board training opportunities that will be available to individuals within the community. This will ensure that individuals seeking to serve on boards would have the appropriate orientation to their role. It will also provide a pool of trained individuals from which both non-profits and municipalities could draw new appointees. For more information, visit chamber.owensboro.com.

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When visiting various shops and businesses throughout the Owensboro community, you may have noticed several large fiberglass pigs covered in everything from pennies to brightly colored painted puzzle pieces. These tastefully decorated swine are part of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oink for Owensboroâ&#x20AC;? project, an idea created by Kentucky Legend to generate financial support for area charities while bringing the community together around the local traditions of barbecue and the state of Kentucky. The initial vision for the project was to help provide a visual representation for the city of Owensboro while offering businesses an opportunity to participate in a creative act of philanthropy. Each fiberglass pig sculpture was designed by a local business who then selected a local nonprofit to receive a $5,000 donation. Kentucky Legend is responsible for the cost of each pig and everything involved in its preparation for display, resulting in the pork supplier investing over $40,000 in this venture each year. The company introduced 12 pigs in 2018, raising $60,000 for local charities, with every penny going directly to the nonprofit of each businessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choosing. In 2019, Kentucky Legend and area business sponsors revealed eight new pigs, bringing the total number of pigs across Owensboro to 20 and generating an additional $40,000 for local nonprofits. The 2020-21 Greater Owensboro Relocation Guide

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hamber Young Professionals (CYP), is part of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce that provides professionals under the age of 40 an opportunity to network and become more involved in their community. It offers a fresh energy and a new perspective, according to past CYP chair Dave Kirk. Through community service projects, social events, corporate tours and professional development, CYP members are able to meet with other like-minded people and contribute to Owensboro, regardless of their place of employment. “This is important for those native to Owensboro, but even more important, in my opinion, for members like myself who are not from Owensboro,” said lawyer Erica Yartz, chair of CYP. Mario Vizuet, Relationship Banker at Old National Bank said that joining CYP was the connection he needed after relocating to Owensboro three years ago.“Within a year of joining CYP, I was invited to be on the executive board, I have been more involved in the community, I have met so many great people, and made close friendships with some of the CYP members,” Vizuet said. “I can help others make Owensboro feel like home.” With at least one philanthropic event and gathering opportunity each month, members

are offered the chance to get as involved in the community as little or as much as they would like. WFIE news anchor Shaelie Clark moved from outside Indianapolis to Owensboro three years ago, and she said that becoming involved in CYP helped her get to know people and learn about what is going on in the community. “You see, CYP gives you the chance to do something in your community,” Clark said. “It connects you with people who love their town and want to see it be the best it can be. So we get out in the streets, invite community leaders to come speak to us and work on projects that can make it a better place for not just us to live, but everyone else around us. When you see Owensboro succeed, you feel that sense of pride.” Clark recently joined the CYP community development committee whose focus is on community beautification projects such as updating the lobby at the regional airport. CYP was instrumental in bringing Lyft to Owensboro and creating the Owensboro mural downtown, painted by CYP Member Austin Casebolt, which Kirk said is very popular for pictures for both locals and those visiting Owensboro. The mural was featured in the Brand USA Hear the Music Campaign for The Wooks music video and documentary. “Those videos have over 5 million views at

this point, so the mural is turning into kind of an icon for the city,” Kirk said. Corporate tours allow members to tour and learn about local businesses and CYP holds lunch meetings where a community speaker discusses events within the community. Clark said that because of the different professional positions among members, chances are good that a CYP member works in an office that can help CYP make a difference in the community. “It allows its members to develop relationships, personally and professionally, and really tie themselves into the community,” Yartz said. Previous events include volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden and collecting donations for Daviess County Animal Shelter. CYP was involved in the Go Vote campaign as well. “I know I’m not the only one who moved to town thanks to a job opportunity. I would recommend any newcomer to get plugged in right away,” Clark said, adding that when people are excited about the city they live in, they are motivated to make it better for no other reason than they want to see Owensboro be the best it can be. “How awesome is that?” Clark said. Visit CYP.Owensboro.com to learn more. O

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localGOVERN M E NT city government Owensboro operates under a City Manager form of government. The Board of Commissioners is made up of a Mayor and four Commissioners. The citizens, on a non-partisan ballot, elect the Commissioners at-large. The Mayor is elected to a four-year term and the Commissioners have two-year terms. The Mayor and Commissioners have equal voting power and they set the policies that govern the City. The Commission appoints citizen advisory groups that help in the decision-making process.

d av i e s s c o u n t y fiscal court With 98,000 residents, Daviess County is Kentuckyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 7th largest county. The Fiscal Court represents a community of energetic and forwardlooking people from all walks of life, genuinely concerned about their community and how it grows and prospers. For questions or concerns,

The City Manager is appointed by the Board and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff. The department managers are responsible for their various departments and report to the City Manager.

contact Fiscal Court at 270-685-8424. Daviess County Courthouse 212 St. Ann Street

Owensboro City Hall 101 East Fourth Street Owensboro, KY 42303 owensboro.org

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FISCAL COURT MEETINGS: The Fiscal Court meets the first and third Thursday at 5pm in the Daviess County Fiscal Courtroom, located on the second floor of the Daviess County Courthouse. O

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OWENSBORO OFFERS SEVERAL GREAT OPTIONS FOR EXPLORING OUR CITY

Except for getting used to some one-way streets here and there, newcomers find Owensboro pretty easy to navigate. Frederica Street is the main north-south thoroughfare through town. Parrish Avenue, which turns into Highway 54, intersects the city east to west. No matter where you’re headed, getting around Owensboro is easy with Owensboro Public Transit bus routes. (See transit. owensboro.org for a detailed map and listing of stops.) When you’re enjoying the riverfront, the Trolley is a free and fun way to discover downtown. And for fans of ride sharing apps, Lyft offers service in the ‘boro as well. Here’s a closer look at some of Owensboro’s public transportation options.

Ridesharing For fans of ridesharing apps, Lyft offers service in the ’boro as well. Download the app on your mobile phone, create an account and enjoy the ride.

Downtown Trolley The Trolley is a FUN and carefree way to explore downtown Owensboro! The Trolley’s Route around downtown Owensboro takes approximately 20 minutes. Look for Trolley Stop Signs at the following locations: • Owensboro Convention Center • Holiday Inn Riverfront • Walnut and 3rd • 3rd and Locust • 3rd and Frederica • 3rd and St. Ann • 3rd and Daviess • 2nd and Crittenden • 2nd and Daviess • 2nd and Allen • 2nd and St. Ann • 2nd and St. Elizabeth • Hampton Inn & Suites Service Hours from April - October Monday - Thursday 11am – 3pm & 4pm – 8pm; Friday and Saturday 11am – 3pm & 4pm – 10pm (break from 7:20pm – 8pm) Service Hours from November - March Tuesday - Thursday 11am – 2pm; Friday and Saturday 11am – 6pm WHY RIDE THE TROLLEY?

» No cost to ride » No need to worry about PARKING » Unique experience » CHILDREN LOVE THE TROLLEY

» Get information and facts about Owensboro and downtown from your driver.

» The Trolley SAVES YOU GAS!

» Not sure where to go or what to do? Just ask your Trolley driver for ideas!

» A quick walk to the beautiful Riverfront and Smothers Park » Handicapped Accessible

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Service Hours: Monday - Friday 6am – 7:35pm Saturday 7:45am – 4:15pm Sunday Closed OTS does not operate on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day. OTS operates from 8am-4pm on: Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Good Friday, Day after Thanksgiving Visit www.transit.owensboro.org to see a detailed map of all bus stops and routes.

Bus Fares: Adult: Seniors (60+): Disabled/Medicare: Youth (7-18): Children (0-6): Transfers*:

Cash $1.00 $0.50 $0.50 $0.50 FREE FREE

10 Tokens $9.00 $4.50 $4.50 $4.50 FREE FREE

Day Pass* $3.00 $3.00 $3.00 $3.00 FREE FREE

Monthly Pass* $30.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 FREE FREE

*Day Pass: Unlimited rides for one day. *Monthly Pass: Unlimited rides for one month. *Transfers are given out only downtown. Transfers are valid only when boarding at the Downtown Transfer Point (OTS Office). Please have exact change or pass ready when boarding the bus. OTS drivers carry no change or tokens. Passengers may bring on board only the number of packages or items they can carry in one trip. OTS Prohibits the following: Profanity, Solicitation, Weapons, Use of Alcohol or Tobacco Products. Driver has the right to refuse service. O

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One TankROAD EVANSVILLE - 1 HOUR

If you’ve got any train buffs in the family, the Historic RailPark and Train Museum is not far from Beech Bend Park. And of course, the Corvette Plant and Museum is really the premier attraction in Bowling Green, especially seeing the Corvettes that were recovered from the sinkhole a few years ago. Pretty amazing!

Folks from Owensboro usually go to Evansville, IN to shop, eat out, go to a concert or take the kids to the zoo. However, Evansville also has lots of other adventures and attractions you can’t find in Owensboro, such as “Vertical Excape” indoor rock climbing gym.

On the way back from Bowling Green, stop off at Chaney’s Dairy Barn for some ice cream. It’s a pretty, country drive off I-165 and back, but it’s worth the time.

CMOE (Children’s Museum of Evansville) hosts four main galleries, plus a multimedia theater. Evansville Otters baseball at historic Bosse Field is a lot of fun as well.

Speaking of baseball, the Bowling Green Hotrods are the next closest ball club, and they are actually a farm team for the Tampa Bay Rays. Beech Bend Park is definitely worth checking out. It has been given a complete overhaul the last 10 years, and now has a waterpark, a steel roller coaster, and an overall fresh look and feel. The speedway and campground next door are still very popular too.

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A quick, two-hour drive, Nashville TN is an excellent getaway for the country music lover. Experience the creative energy of Nashville by starting your visit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. And a trip to Nashville isn’t complete without stopping by the Grand Ole Opry House or taking a tour of the legendary Ryman Auditorium. Not a big fan of country? Nashville has no lack of attractions, including The Parthenon at Centennial Park, Adventure Science Center, and SoundWaves, America’s first upscale, indoor/outdoor resort water attraction CINCINNATI at Gaylord Opryland Resort. (209 mi.)

LEXINGTON (178 mi.)

OWENSBORO BOWLING GREEN (70 mi.)

and Rupp Arena.

CINCINNATI - 3 HOURS Resting along the banks of the Ohio River, Cincinnati offers both urban energy and southern charm. Cincinnati boasts fantastic shopping, from

stroll through the Cincinnati Zoo, or take a ride on a wooden roller coaster at Kings Island. Right across the river back in the Bluegrass State you can experience the Newport Aquarium, which features thousands of creatures from around the world. You can play with penguins, walk inches above sharks and see animals and fish being fed.

ST. LOUIS - 3 HOURS for a long weekend. Try the St. Louis Zoo, which

NASHVILLE - 2 HOURS

HOUR (40 mi.)

know, Lexington is also the home of the Wildcats

A quick family getaway, St. Louis offers a lot of fun has free admission all year long, catch a Cardinals baseball game, visit the City Museum or the Magic House and of course, you have to visit the St. Louis Arch. You can even fly from the OwensboroDaviess County Regional Airport for as low as $29 each way.

INDIANAPOLIS - 3 HOURS As the home of the Indianapolis Colts, Indiana Pacers, and Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indy is definitely a sports town. But did you know it’s also the home of the largest children’s museum in the world? The Indianapolis Children’s Museum spans

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friendly people. As University of Kentucky fans

at the National Underground Freedom Center,

Just two hours upriver from Owensboro, Louisville makes a perfect weekend getaway. The Louisville Zoo, Kentucky Kingdom & Thunder Bay amusement park and the Louisville Slugger Museum are popular attractions. The beautiful riverfront plays host to annual festivals like Forecastle music & art festival and Thunder over Louisville fireworks display, as well as Louisville Slugger field, where the Louisville Bats (Triple A affiliate of the Cincinnatti Reds) and Louisville City FC (professional USL soccer) play.

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history, craft beer, local coffee shops, music and

upscale malls to funky little boutiques. Be inspired

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Ride Kentucky’s only underground boat tour at Lost River Cave! Stretch your legs on nearly two miles of easy walking trails, one of which leads to the natural spring. Kids can enjoy a butterfly habitat, geocaching, bird bingo, and the Nature Trading Post where they can trade outdoor finds for prizes.

TRIPS

500,000 square feet with exhibits and activities that

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, Lexington takes its rightful place as the Horse Capital of the World with pride. But beyond the beautiful horse farms, Lexington is also known for bourbon, street art, nightlife, food, shopping, architecture,

are fun and interesting for the entire family as they explore the physical and natural sciences, history, world cultures and the arts through exciting interactive exhibits on five floors. Families will discover some of the most rare dinosaur fossils in the world and see what it’s like to live and work in space. There’s also a theater with children’s plays and live entertainment. O

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DID YOU KNOW Our community is fortunate to have numerous organizations to help serve and enhance the quality of life of individuals with special needs, both young and old. The Color Blast 5K fun run/walk celebrates and recognizes the positive impact individuals with special needs have on our lives, acknowledges their abilities, and helps spread awareness! // Photo by AP Imagery

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FESTIVALS

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INTERNATIONAL BAR-B-Q FESTIVAL Second Weekend in May Best described as “two days of barbecue heaven,” the International Bar-B-Q Festival fills the downtown riverfront with the aroma of hickory-smoked chicken, pork, beef, and mutton. Live bands perform on three stages. The festival includes carnival rides, vendor booths, backyard barbecue competitions and so much more.

FRIDAY AFTER 5 Fridays from late May through early September Owensboro’s FREE live music festival plays on the riverfront from Memorial Day to Labor Day every summer. Main stage bands perform on the BB&T Plaza at RiverPark Center; acoustic entertainment takes place in the RiverPark Courtyard; Gospel on the River performs in Cannon Hall; local bands perform on the Smothers Park Overlook Stage and Party on the Pier; weekly Street Fairs line the riverfront. It’s “Where The Weekend Begins” in Owensboro!

PORCHFEST Early June

DAZZLING DAYLILY FESTIVAL Late June

PorchFest celebrates community togetherness and music. This event is free and open to the public and suitable for all ages. Music lovers stroll down Griffith Avenue to enjoy multiple acts on front porch “stages”. Bring your own seats, find your spot, sit and enjoy. Then simply pick up your chairs and take a short walk to the next welcoming stage!

ROMP: ROOTS AND BRANCHES OF BLUEGRASS Late June The annual ROMP Festival, the 4-day bluegrass and Americana music fest held at Yellow Creek Park, is best known for its stellar line-ups, friendly camping atmosphere and easy access to artists. Original arts and crafts, farm-to-table healthy food vendors and professionally-led children’s activities (including a spray park and playgrounds) endear audiences to ROMP.

The Dazzling Daylily Festival brings beautiful blooms, plus multiple activities for everyone to enjoy! Balloons Over the Garden will return as well. Check the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden’s website for a complete schedule.

FREEDOM FESTIVAL FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR July 4th Join us in Downtown Owensboro for an incredible display of fireworks in recognition of our nation’s independence, including a special performance by the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra!

MULTI-CULTURAL FESTIVAL Third Saturday in August A unique blending of cultures come together to educate the public through dancing, music, ethnic fashions, food, arts and more. A celebration of diversity on the First Presbyterian Church front lawn.

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OWENSBORO AIR SHOW // PHOTO BY AP IMAGERY

DAVIESS COUNTY PIONEER DAYS September Formerly “Patriot Days,” Daviess County Pioneer Days is held at the Pioneer Village in Yellow Creek Park. This event features living history exhibits and demonstrations like woodworking, basket weaving, school house activities, storytelling, colonial games, scavenger hunt, prizes and refreshments.

GRILLIN’ & CHILLIN’ Late September Diamond Lake Resort is proud to host the only statesanctioned BBQ Championship. Over 48 of the best cooking teams from several states will compete for over $10,000 in prize money.

OWENSBORO AIR SHOW September/October The skies above Owensboro buzz every fall with the sounds

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REID’S APPLE FESTIVAL // PHOTO BY TAYLOR WEST

of vintage aircraft, military war birds, and jets as the annual Owensboro Air Show takes to the skies. Enjoy a static display of aircraft and a glimpse of some amazing aerial demonstrations on Friday night at the Owensboro Regional Airport. Then head downtown on Saturday to enjoy the amazing talents of some of the best pilots in the world, as they push the limits and showcase the best in aviation technology and history.

REID’S APPLE FESTIVAL October This unique festival 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. Held annually at Reid’s Orchard.

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MONSTERS ON THE OHIO October This is the fastest-growing catfishing tournament in the United States. Come down to the weigh-in at beautiful English Park in Owensboro to see some of the best anglers in the country weigh their monster catches in hopes of beating the Kentucky State Record for Bluecats!

BOO FEST The last three weekends in October Diamond Lake Resort hosts Boo Fest the last three weekends in October. Activities include a haunted hayride on Friday nights, and pumpkin painting, games, crafts, Trick or Treating every Saturday at 3 p.m., and a trip through the haunted house. Tours begin each Friday and Saturday night at 7 p.m.

HOLIDAY IN THE PARK Late November – early January Giant elves, trees, toys and figures, not to mention Santa in his sleigh, line Legion’s half-mile walking path. Byers Avenue & JR Miller Boulevard.

CHRISTMAS AT PANTHER CREEK Late November – early January

An outdoor driving lighted tour with 400,000-plus lights winding through Panther Creek Park. $3.00 charge per carload. Wagon rides through the park are also available. 5160 Wayne Bridge Road.

HOLIDAY STROLL First Saturday of December

Stroll the downtown streets to get in the holiday spirit. Strolling carolers, storefront decorations, and indoor performers will make this evening a reminder of the good old days of being downtown at Christmas.

HOLIDAY FOREST FESTIVAL OF TREES Mid November - December

More than a dozen monumental Christmas trees, designed and decorated by area artists, floral designers and cultural organizations, interpret the current exhibition at the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art. O *All festival information obtained from visitowensboro.com. Please check their website for up-to-date information.

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#1 destination for fun.” The founders strive to constantly add new entertainment opportunities that thrive on smiles, laughter and cheers. Escape Today is perfect for walkins, leagues, private parties and team building events. Visit escapeowensboro.com for more information.

ELITE AIR EXTREME FUN CENTER 606 Salem Dr | 270-478-4770 Jump, soar, flip and fly for wall-to-wall fun at Elite Air trampoline park and ninja warrior course. Trampoline arena includes dodgeball court, angled wall trampolines, long tumbling trampolines, climbing wall and airbag pit plus junior and elite warrior course obstacles

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around perimeter. Book flight times online or at the door. Visit eliteair-owensboro.com.

SKILLZ VR ARCADE 5000 Frederica St | Inside Town Square Mall 270-240-5665 Escape reality in Owensboro’s first virtual reality arcade. With a wide variety of games and experiences, there’s something for each family member and friend to enjoy. Choose

AROUND TOWN

Owensboro’s entertainment options extend beyond downtown. Here are a few local favorites:

O.Z. TYLER DISTILLERY TOURS 10 Distillery Road | 270-691-9001 When O.Z. Tyler bought the former Medley Distillery in 2014, they refurbished the

dilapidated distillery into what has become the fourth largest independent bourbon distillery and the 11th stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail (™). O.Z. Tyler offers tours Monday through Saturday which includes a tasting and ends with a stroll through the gift shop. With an annual capacity now exceeding 90,000 barrels, a tour of the O.Z. Tyler Distillery covers every aspect of whiskey production, from grain to mash to beer to distillate to barrels of whiskey. Visit oztylerdistillery.com for more information.

from a huge selection of games that create fun and excitement for everyone. Test your driving skills on custom VR Driving Simulators with hundreds of cars and tracks to choose from. Or, jump on a Adventure Simulator. Visit skillzvr.com.

T H E O Z O N E L A S E R TA G 533 Triplett Street | 270-926-8993 Find fun for the entire family at Ozone Laser Tag arena. Featuring 4,000 square feet of play space on two levels. Black lights and music add

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to the action. Offering private parties, special

824 West 2nd Street | 270-240-4216 With escape rooms, axe throwing, an arcade and more, Escape Today is “Owensboro’s

group/church rates, handicap accessible play, arcade games while you wait and concession area. Visit ozonelazertag.com.

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Trinity Centre - 407 W. Fifth St TWO Empress Theatre - 418 Frederica St 270-683-5333 TWO operates two historic theatres in downtown Owensboro, producing an eclectic season of community theatre, featuring contemporary and classic plays and musicals while maintaining a busy schedule of concerts, art exhibits, classes and workshops. The TWO education program has grown to include frequent youth shows, drama clubs and camps, TWO in the Schools, and more. Find schedules and more information at theatreworkshop.org.

OWENSBORO MUSEUM OF FINE ART 901 Frederica St | 270-685-3181 The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art presents traveling exhibitions from major museums, galleries and private collections and rotating exhibitions from the permanent collection. OMFA also houses a Regional Art Market that offers works for sale by artists and craftsmen from Kentucky and surrounding states. Annual festivals include the Holiday Forest Festival of Trees, Bronze

Buffalo Festival and Art by the Stars Gala! ARTLAND, an interactive art studio, KALEIDOSCOPE KAVE, a computerized digital gallery and the Young at Art Gallery offer hands-on educational activities for children. Read more at omfa.us.

OWENSBORO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 211 East Second St 270-684-0661 Each season, The Owensboro Symphony offers an inspiring Subscription Series in Owensboro’s RiverPark Center. In addition, the Symphony presents free summer outdoor concerts and Chamber Orchestra performances in area churches. “We will continue celebrating

RIVERARTES

RIVERARTES, an outdoor sculpture project showcased in Owensboro’s Riverfront Development is managed by the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art for the City of Owensboro. The newest sculpture entitled “Lincoln” is a life-size bronze depicting the sixteenth president of the United States sitting on a park bench with top hat in hand was sculpted by Mark Lundeen of Loveland, Colorado. The previous 10 works of art are valued at more than $300,000 and have been acquired by the art museum for Owensboro’s public art collection and installed in the downtown area.

the best in classical, film, and popular music – our concerts are always a stirring mix of adventurous projects that invigorate our minds and traditional favorites that warm our collective hearts. Through this programming we hold true to our organizational mission of creating meaningful, imaginative performances that enrich lives and create memorable experiences for Owensboro and our surrounding communities,” Music Director/Conductor Troy Quinn said of the 2019/20 season. Read more at theoso.com

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The blue Owensboro mural on the side of the Convention and Visitors Bureau building just west of the blue bridge is the first of several murals planned for the OBKY Project. Daviess County High School art teacher Austin Casebolt designed the mural, which was supported by Chamber Young Professionals and is a share-friendly size for selfies and social media. At the time of this printing, two more local artists have been selected for murals in downtown Owensboro. O

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THE DISTRICT:

Dine, Drink, Discover

ince the summer of 2019, a new open container policy allows a portion of downtown to be considered an entertainment destination center known as “The District” which allows alcoholic beverages on public property during certain permitted special events such as Friday After 5. Patrons at participating businesses are permitted to leave the premise with an alcoholic beverage as long as they use a specially marked 16 oz. cup. Each cup has a list of The District guidelines printed on the side. “The District adds some attractiveness to our downtown,” said Assistant

City Manager Lelan Hancock. “It allows patrons the freedom to get out and discover what downtown Owensboro has to offer.” Hancock says the cups serve three purposes. “It allows local law enforcement to know who is carrying a drink in the downtown area. It allows businesses to know who’s participating and who’s not. And third, and most importantly, you have the rules in your hand. It tells you where you can go, what you can do with this cup, and it gives you a website as well to give you the map.” Around a dozen downtown establishments participated in The District when

it began in 2019, including the RiverPark Center, Owensboro Convention Center, Bluegrass Hall of Fame and Museum, and participating nearby restaurants. During the first few months of participation, Public Events Coordinator Tim Ross said most participating restaurants and bars saw an increase in sales. The community has responded positively as well. “The feedback we’re getting from folks being able to get a drink at the patio at Friday After 5, then walk down to a food truck, or another place for dinner and not have to be contained in one spot has been positive,” Ross said. O

RULES:

Alcoholic beverages are only allowed on public property during designated special events. District cups are never permitted inside: • Lazy Dayz Playground • Shelton Memorial in Smothers Park • Any church property Alcoholic beverages must be purchased from a participating business inside the boundaries of The District and will be placed in specially marked cups. Patrons cannot carry cups into another business location. Cups must stay within the boundaries of The District (look for signs that indicate the boundaries of The District)

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OWENSBORO REGIONAL

Farmers’ market BY: JAQUELINE JORDAN

erhaps one of the most charming traditions in

to fresh and local produce, fruits, meats, dairy, baked

“I think folks also enjoy what events and entertainment

Owensboro is the a thriving farmers’ market. For

good, homemade crafts, plants, flowers and much

we plan and have on the weekends. It's a fun way to

more than 30 years, the Owensboro Regional Farmers’

more. The market also accepts SNAP EBT, SENIOR &

spend your Saturday mornings.”

Market has been selling fresh goods across the county.

WIC FMNP, which is another resource for community

They’ve moved from location to location, but three

members to buy local and also access the freshest

busiest but you’ll be hard pressed to find a bad time to

years ago they settled into their current home at the

products,” he said.

shop.

corner of Parrish Avenue and Triplett Street - and the

reaction has been sweet.

of products that each vendor sells along with the variety

volunteers who are interested in volunteering with the

“The 2019 season is our first full season in our

of vendors,” Gilles said. “Most people associate farmers

market, and also businesses and individuals interested

new pavilion which was constructed in the winter and

markets with produce and fruits, so to see all the other

in sponsoring events or other needs of the market as we

spring of 2018,” said Jim Gilles, market president. Gilles

items like meats, and baked goods is really awesome

continue to grow.”

said the market has 38 vendors currently and they’ll

for customers. It truly can be a one stop shop during

be open through the end of October. Along with the

the season for folks to get everything they need for the

is always trying to improve upon itself and we strive

normal Saturday morning hours from 8am to noon,

week.”

to provide the community with a diverse offering

they’re having Thursday evening markets to test the

Aside from quality produce, the market is

of products that benefit the customer but also the

waters for expansion.

producing a quality social scene. “It’s continuing to

farmers, bakers and artisans who produce and make the

grow and become a destination for folks,” Gilles said.

products.”

“The market is providing the community access

“I think everyone is very pleased with the diversity

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If you’re considering going, Saturdays are the

Gilles said they’re “always looking for community

Said Gilles: “The main thing is that the market

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Owensboro boasts enough restaurants to keep any foodie happy and this list will keep you plenty busy. New restaurants pop up every day and long-established eateries sometimes change locations. Openings, closings, and relocations are subject to change.

ASIAN

CHOPSTICKS 3023 Highland Pointe Dr (54) Chinese hibachi grill.

FUJI OF JAPAN 4028 Frederica Street Full hibachi menu plus sushi bar.

GANGNAM KOREAN BBQ 3332 Villa Point Korean BBQ, sushi and other house specials.

HONG KONG CHINESE RESTAURANT

ITALIAN

FAZOLI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 5060 Frederica Street Reasonable prices, food quality traditionally associated with casual dining and quick service; they’ve got something for everyone!

NIKO’S ITALIAN CUISINE 2200 E. Parrish Avenue Fine dining, wine and spirits with an emphasis on Italian cuisine. Locallyowned.

OLIVE GARDEN

SALSARITA’S 3500 Villa Point (54) Casual restaurant serving fresh Mexican foods, including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos and salads.

GREEK

FAMOUS BISTRO 102 W. 2nd Street Locally-owned, serving lunch and dinner, everything from sandwiches to fine dining with a Mediterranean emphasis on Greek cuisine.

1650 Starlite Drive Authentic Chinese cuisine.

5204 Frederica Street Casual Italian dining featuring authentic entrees, soups, desserts, wines and more.

MR. WOK EXPRESS

MEXICAN

234 Frederica Street Upbeat grill chain with American grub, martinis, and microbrews.

2945 Wimsatt Court Authentic Mexican restaurant.

BEEF O’BRADY’S FAMILY SPORTS RESTAURANT

3435 Frederica Street Eat in or take out. Szechuan, Hunan, and Mandarin style cuisines.

NEW CHINA BUFFET 4768 Frederica Street Largest buffet in town, featuring Szechuan, Hunan and Mandarin cuisines. Dine-in or carryout.

PAN ASIAN CHINESE FOOD 2656 Frederica Street Chinese, Japanese, sushi.

SHOGUN OF OWENSBORO 2127 E Parrish Avenue Shogun Express: 3415 Frederica Street Japanese hibachi and sushi.

THAI FOOD OWENSBORO 1401 Carter Road Authentic and delicious Thai dishes.

TOKYO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 3415 Frederica Street Japanese-themed restaurant with hibachi meals prepared in the kitchen, plus sushi at affordable prices.

WASABI 636 Southtown Boulevard 238 Kidron Valley, Suite #5 Japanese cuisine, fresh sushi, and a full bar.

EL BRACERO

SPORTS BARS BAR LOUIE

BARBECUE

DEE’S BBQ & DINER 1362 E. 4th Street Locally-owned diner offering plate specials and barbecue. Buffet on Fridays and Saturdays.

MOONLITE BAR-B-Q INN 2840 W. Parrish Avenue Locally-owned with a world-famous buffet with homemade sides, burgoo, and desserts, plus a full salad bar. Dine-in or carryout.

OLD HICKORY BAR-B-Q 338 Washington Avenue Locally-owned with dine-in, carryout, drive-thru and gift certificates. Celebrating 100 years of serving slowcooked mutton, chicken and ribs.

OLE SOUTH BARBECUE 3523 Highway 54 Serving great barbecue with a lunch and dinner buffet, and Owensboro’s best breakfast.

2100 W. 2nd Streed One of Owensboro’s not-so-hidden secrets.

3189 Fairview Drive Family sports pub and restaurant. Good food and sports in a friendly atmosphere.

EL TORIBIO

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

3034 E 4th Streed Locally-owned. Authentic Mexican cuisine with daily lunch and Happy Hour specials. Mexican and American beers.

4736 Frederica Street Lively sports-bar chain dishing up wings and other American pub grub amid lots of large-screen TVs.

3011 Frederica Street Donuts, coffee, teas, sandwiches and pastries.

EL TUCAN MEXICAN RESTAURANT

LEGENDS SPORTS BAR & GRILL

4606 Frederica Street Specialty coffee and tea drinks. Located inside Books-A-Million.

EL MEZCAL

1007 Tamarack Road, Unit 2 & 3 Locally owned restaurant specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine.

4431 Springhill Drive, Suite E Great place to watch the game. They put the “happy” in happy hour!

MI RANCHITO

O’BRYAN BAR & GRILL

1146 Carter Road Locally owned, authentic Mexican cuisine.

PAPA GRANDE 544 Southtown Boulevard 3830 Hwy 54, Unit 203 Locally owned restaurant specializing in authentic mexican cuisine, drink special, and guacamole made right at your table!

REAL HACIENDA 4820 Frederica Street 3023 Highland Pointe Drive (54) Authentic Mexican cuisine, serving real south-of-the-border dishes with great atmosphere and fair prices.

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7006 Highway 815 Family sports bar. Live music.

ROCKY’S BAR & GRILL 819 Crittenden Street Plate lunches, sandwiches, side items and homemade pies.

SANDBAR 1108 W. 9th Street Bar games and happy hours.

TAYLOR’S TAVERN 2509 W. Parrish Avenue Bar and grill with live music and outdoor seating.

COFFEEHOUSES DUNKIN’ DONUTS

JOE MUGGS CAFÉ

OVERFLOW CAFÉ 3232 Villa Point (54) Hand crafted gourmet coffee drinks. Located inside Don Moore.

STARBUCKS 2402 Frederica Street 5151 Frederica Street (inside Target) 2710 Heartland Crossing A (on 54) Seattle-based coffeehouse chain. Signature coffees and desserts.

THE CREME COFFEE HOUSE 109 E. 2nd Street Locally-owned, offering a relaxed atmosphere with gourmet coffees, specialty drinks, desserts, soups, and sandwiches.

THE SPOT COFFEE AND FINERY 217 Williamsburg Square Live music, great drinks, local art and food.

DELIS

COLBY’S DELI & CAFE 401 Frederica Street Locally-owned, offering great breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, cookies and ice cream.

GENE’S HEALTH FOOD, INC. 1738 Sweeney Street Locally owned, deli in store with sandwiches, organic OLD HICKORY BAR-B-QUE // PHOTO BY JAMIE ALEXANDER

salads, juice, smoothies and more.

GREAT HARVEST BREAD CO. & CAFE 3211 Frederica Street 4431 Springhill Drive (54) Locally-owned, serving fresh-made breads, muffins, scones, coffees and teas, signature sandwiches, soupsof-the-day, and salads.

LIC’S DELI & ICE CREAM 2120 W. Parrish Avenue Old-fashioned, hand-dipped ice cream and deli sandwiches, burgers, cakes, cookies, and chili.

MCALISTER’S DELI 2065 E Parrish Avenue Suite 500 Sandwiches, salads, soups, spuds and a heaping spoonful of southern hospitality.

NIKO’S BAKERY & CAFE 601 Emery Drive Locally owned, European style bakery. Breads, croissants, macaroons, pastries, and desserts.

PANERA BREAD 4600 Frederica Street Bakery offers freshly-baked breads, bagels, baked egg souffles, pastries and sweets. Café offers sandwiches, soups, hand-tossed salads.

PIZZERIAS

54 PIZZA EXPRESS 1700 Starlite Drive (Off Parrish) 3101 Alvey Park Drive (54) Locally owned pizzas, sandwiches and salads.

AZZIP PIZZA 3800 Frederica Street Evansville-based chain, highly customized pizzas baked in a conveyor belt oven in front of customers.

CADILLAC RESTAURANT & GRECIAN PIZZA 1315 W. 2nd Street Diner meals, pizza and plate specials.

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DONATO’S PIZZA

BRIARPATCH

DELORIS’ CAFE

2601 W Parrish Avenue Crispy pizzas and oven-baked subs.

2760 Veach Road Owensboro’s finest locally-owned steakhouse since 1971. Large soup and salad bar, with full bar service and fine wines.

2123 Triplett Street Down-home-friendly diner where you can

COLBY’S FINE FOOD & SPIRITS

6057 Highway 2830 Diner meals and plate specials.

DOMINO’S 3333 Frederica Street 1003 Burlew Boulevard Pizza, pasta, chicken and more.

FETTA SPECIALTY PIZZA 118 St. Ann Street Italian for “slice,” Fetta serves delicious specialty pizza hand tossed right before your eyes!

202 W. 3rd Street Local, pleasantly casual and intimate, featuring American fare in a family friendly space.

FAMOUS BISTRO

5615 KY-144 Community pizza shop in Thurston area.

102 W. 2nd Street Locally-owned, serving lunch and dinner, everything from sandwiches to fine dining with a Mediterranean emphasis on Greek cuisine.

LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA

LURE SEAFOOD & GRILLE

JJ’S PIZZA

3429 Frederica Street 1650 Starlite Drive Carryout only pizza chain.

MELLOW MUSHROOM 101 W. 2nd Street Delicious food in a fun and creative environment.

MOD PIZZA 2710 Heartland Crossing, Suite C Counter-serve chain featuring build-yourown pizza.

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA 2510 Frederica Street 3332 Villa Point (54) Pizza, wings, and breadsticks. Delivery or carryout.

PAPA MURPHY’S 3211 Frederica Street, Suite 1 Take and bake pizza.

PIZZA BY THE GUY 3115 Commonwealth Court (54) Seven secret herbs and spices. Pizza, wings, sandwiches, and pasta.

PIZZA HUT 4127 Frederica Street 1331 Frederica Street (take out only) 3189 Fairview Drive (54) 5151 Frederica Street (Inside Target) Family-friendly chain.

FINE DINING/ UPSCALE CASUAL BILL’S RESTAURANT

420 Frederica Street Seasonal New American cuisine. Menus offering appetizers, entrees and desserts.

401 W. 2nd Street Fresh seafood and more prepared with great expertise and precision with a green conscience.

NIKO’S ITALIAN CUISINE 2200 E. Parrish Avenue Fine dining, wine and spirits with an emphasis on Italian cuisine. Locally-owned.

THE MILLER HOUSE 301 E. 5th Street Dine on three levels of a beautifully restored downtown home. Open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch with full-service conversation bar.

THE PEARL CLUB GRILLE 6501 Summit Drive Appetizers, entrees, burgers and wraps.

DINERS, DRIVE-INS & CAFÉS BIG DIPPER

2820 W. Parrish Avenue Opened in April 1954, the Dipper offers real old-fashioned drive-in burgers, fries, shakes, and ice cream treats.

feel at home with a home-cooked meal.

DINNER BELL RESTAURANT

GARY’S DRIVE IN 2220 Veach Road Burgers, homemade soups, ice cream and specialty items such as salmon, turkey and veggie burgers.

HAYDEN’S DRIVE-IN 9209 Highway 56 Burgers, sandwiches and sides.

JD’S RESTAURANT 1420 Breckenridge Street Locally owned diner, breakfasts and plate

FAMILY RESTAURANTS

APPLEBEE’S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR 5120 Frederica Street American classics, also offering a Weight Watchers Menu. Separate bar area.

BAR LOUIE 234 Frederica Street Upbeat grill chain with American grub, martinis and microbrews, plus happy-hour deals.

BEEF O’BRADY’S 3189 Fairview Drive Family sports pub and restaurant to enjoy good food and sports in a friendly atmosphere.

BURGER THEORY 701 W. 1st St. Located in Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront.

lunch specials.

SFG ARTISAN CAFE

MADEWELL’S CORNER CAFE

501 W. 2nd Street Inside Owensboro Convention Center

924 E. 2nd Street Home-cooked diner meals.

MENDY’S KITCHEN 924 Crabtree Avenue Burgers, sandwiches, sides and ice cream treats.

CHEDDAR’S CASUAL CAFE 3040 Highland Pointe Drive Family dining at affordable prices.

COLBY’S DELI & CAFÉ 401 Frederica Street #101B Locally-owned, offering great breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, cookies and ice cream.

WONDER WHIP 2434 E 4th St An Owensboro classic. Locally owned oldfashioned drivein offering burgers, sides and frozen treats.

COUNTRY HAM RESTAURANT 5421 US Highway 60 W. Great country-style cooking.

DEE’S BBQ & DINER 1362 E. 4th Street Locally-owned diner offering plate specials and barbecue. Buffet on Fridays and Saturdays.

DEL’S PLACE (STANLEY) 7478 US Highway 60 W. Comfort food in a cozy atmosphere.

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CRACKER BARREL

HUDDLE HOUSE

5311 Frederica Street Homestyle cooking, down-home service. Sit and rock a spell on the front porch in a comfy wooden rocker. Or browse the country store.

3248 Mt Moriah Suite C (54) Casual chain offering all-day breakfast, plus other hearty American eats in dinerlike digs.

DENNY’S RESTAURANT

3123 Highway 54 Home cooked food just like grandma use to make in an all you can eat buffet!

4545 Frederica Street Breakfast served 24 hours a day. Full menu also offered.

DRAKE’S 3050 Highland Pointe Drive Family friendly by day, happening at happy hour, and all out party after hours.

GRANDY’S 5000 Frederica Street Breakfast, lunch and dinner served. Dine in, carryout, or drive-thru. Chicken, country-fried steak, and cinnamon rolls.

IDK FAMILY RESTAURANT

LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE 2974 Heartland Crossing Casual steakhouse chain known for grilled beef and other American dishes in a ranch-style space.

NORMAN MCDONALD’S COUNTRY RESTAURANT 6161 Highway 54 Burgers and sides, take out only.

O’CHARLEY’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 5205 Frederica Street Steaks, seafood, chicken, homemade yeast rolls, with a variety of fresh-cut salads.

RED LOBSTER 3410 Frederica Street Family restaurant specializing in seafood dishes. Serving for lunch and dinner, a full menu of appetizers, salads, soups, entrees and desserts.

SHONEY’S 4710 Frederica Street Family-oriented chain serving an allAmerican diner-style menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

T.G.I. FRIDAYS 5135 Frederica Street Family dining offering a full menu, including Atkins-approved, low carb items.

TEXAS ROADHOUSE 943 Moseley Road Fresh-cut steaks, made-from-scratch side dishes, fall-off-the-bone ribs, fresh-baked breads and lively atmosphere. Happy hour specials.

WINDY HOLLOW RESTAURANT 8260 Highway 81 Open Sundays 7a.m. to 1:30 p.m., brunch buffet featuring country ham, fried chicken, red eye gravy and biscuits, fried potatoes, and their famous homemade doughnuts.

FAST FOOD ARBY’S

2960 W. Parrish Avenue 3401 Villa Pointe Drive (54) 4614 Frederica Street Large variety of sandwiches and sides. We have the meats!

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FIREHOUSE SUBS 5150 Frederica Street Made-to-order hot and cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.

FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES 3248 Mount Moriah Avenue (54) Made-to-order burgers, fries and hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

FREDDY’S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS 4641 Frederica Street Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs & other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.

HARDEE’S 2705 W. Parrish Avenue 3101 Frederica Street Burgers, ham, chicken, roast beef sandwiches, and sides.

JIMMY JOHN’S 2300 Frederica Street Freaky fast sandwiches.

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN 3212 Highway 54 Chicken dinners, snacks, and sides for dine in or carryout.

LEE’S FAMOUS RECIPE 1800 Carter Road 1001 Burlew Boulevard Chicken dinners for one or for a family. Dine in, carryout, or drive-thru.

LONG JOHN SILVER’S

BURGER KING

2401 Patriot Run (54) 1738 Triplett Street 2944 W. Parrish Avenue Clean restaurant, friendly employees, fast service. Drive-thru open 24 hours.

CHICK-FIL-A

4601 Frederica Street Chicken sandwiches, salads, shakes and sides.

CULVER’S FROZEN CUSTARD & BUTTERBURGERS 3020 Highland Pointe Drive Frozen custard treats, burgers, salads, kids’ meals, chicken to go.

DAIRY QUEEN

1715 Frederica Street 3022 E. 4th Street 3224 New Hartford Road Soft-serve ice cream treats, cakes, brazier food and beverages.

2519 W. Parrish Avenue 2770 Frederica Street (Wesleyan) 3005 E. 4th Street Fast seafood, fish and chicken. Dine in, carryout, or drive-thru.

MCDONALD’S 3328 Highway 54 324 Wesleyan Plaza 2306 E. 4th Street 2730 W. Parrish Avenue 4800 Frederica Street American fast food.

PENN STATION 3525 Frederica Street 3023 Highland Pointe (54) Made-to-order East Coast grilled sandwiches and sides.

POPEYE’S CHICKEN 2906 Highland Pointe (54) “New Orleans-style” menu featuring spicy chicken, chicken tenders, fried shrimp and other seafood.

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RAISING CANE’S CHICKEN FINGERS 2990 Heartland Crossing (54) Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

RALLY’S 1301 Frederica Street Burgers, sandwiches and sides, fresh and hot.

RITZY’S 4527 Highway 54 4925 Frederica Street Burgers, fries, and ice cream.

SONIC DRIVE-IN 3107 Frederica Street Old-time drive-in offering burgers, sandwiches, sides, and frozen treats.

SUBWAY

CUP CAKERY 231 Williamsburg Square Custom cakes, gourmet cupcakes, cookies, and lunch options.

DAIRY QUEEN 1715 Frederica Street 3022 E. 4th Street 3224 New Hartford Road Soft-serve ice cream treats, cakes, brazier food and beverages.

THE FAMILY BAKERY 3152 Commonwealth Court (54) Donuts, cakes, cupcakes, and more.

DUNKIN’ DONUTS 3011 Frederica Street Donuts, coffee, teas, sandwiches and pastries.

2425 W. Parrish Avenue 3119 Frederica Street 3124 Highway 54 3739 E. 4th Street 636 Southtown Boulevard 3470 New Hartford Road 3151 Highway 54 (inside Walmart) Fresh subs.

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIE COMPANY

TACO BELL

1801 Carter Road Full line retail bakery offering donuts, pies, cakes, cookies, and breads.

3335 Villa Point (54) 4620 Frederica Street 2500 W. Parrish Avenue Mexican-inspired fast food.

WENDY’S 2934 Highway 54 4545 Frederica Street Fresh, never frozen beef hamburgers.

ZAXBY’S

5000 Frederica Street Located inside Towne Square Mall. Cookies ready-made or made-to-order, large or small.

KOEHLER’S BAKERY

LIC’S DELI & ICE CREAM 2120 W. Parrish Avenue Old-fashioned hand-dipped ice cream and deli sandwiches, cakes, cookies, and chili.

MAGGIE’S CAKES & MORE

5030 Frederica Street Zaxby’s offers a variety of chicken and wings.

4399 Springhill Drive, Suite B (54) Specialty cakes, gourmet cupcakes, and wedding cakes.

ICE CREAM & SWEETS

ORANGE LEAF FROZEN YOGURT

ANDRIA’S CANDIES

217 Allen Street Andria’s Candies has a tradition of making fine chocolates and candies that traces back to Greek candy-makers coming to U.S. in 1906.

BASKIN ROBBINS 3245 Mt Moriah Avenue, #1 (54) Colorful ice cream parlor chain known for its many flavors plus sorbet and yogurt.

COLD STONE CREAMERY 5140 Frederica Street 112 Allen Street (Downtown. Spring and Summer) Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab.

4431 Springhill Drive (54) Frozen yogurt, specially selected toppings.

ROLLING PIN PASTRY SHOP 1129 E 18th Street 20 kinds of donuts, plus pies and pastries.

SMOOTHIE & JUICE BARS

WHEATGRASS JUICE BAR 3500 Villa Point, Suite 102 Raw juice, salads, smoothies, juice cleanses, vegan food, wheatgrass shots.

GENE’S HEALTH FOOD, INC. 1738 Sweeney Street Deli with sandwiches, organic salads, juice, smoothies and more.

LEISURE & RECREATION

O W E N S B O R O ’ S LO C A L

Shopping Scene

BY: JULIA HARTZ TIPMORE

wensboro is always growing and evolving, and our local boutique scene is no exception to that. Whether you’re looking for children’s clothes, home décor, or something for your grandmother, we’ve got you covered. One thing I love about the shopping here is that no two stores are the same. Each boutique is unique and inviting in its own way; with friendly faces greeting you as you walk in and helping you to have a positive experience. When you shop local, you are a part of something greater—you are helping people achieve their dreams, and allowing 26 families to own businesses and be successful. Bella Ragazza has launched a campaign called the Generations of Bella. The campaign features generations of women sporting the fabulous clothes, shoes, and accessories, and serves as a reminder of how all-inclusive our boutique scene really is. Speaking of generations, there is something undeniably special about shopping at stores like Excursions. This store opened in 1983, and is a constant symbol of what hard work, personal connections, and fashion, can do in Owensboro. I love THE EARLE the feeling of shopping somewhere my grandmother shopped, and my mom and I can both shop as well.

BYRON & BARCLAY

48 49

11 43

41 15

27 EXCURSIONS

37 KIDSTOP

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The number of successful

boutiques we have in our town

and Simply Chic are perfect locations to

says

find gifts you wouldn’t find anywhere else.

something

about

the

type of population we have, especially in a world where we can do most everything online, including shopping. Peacocks & Pearls is definitely a place you should stop and shop—I can never go in there without wanting everything in the store! With such

9 BELLA RAGAZZA

guest dresses to the perfect pair of jean

primarily a men’s clothing store, but

shorts for ROMP. This should definitely

Boutique 54 and Willow Tree are

also carries jewelry, and will amaze you

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love to do a little window shopping when I’m driving by.

Adorn Boutique and the Red Door

Salon & Boutique are definitely great local stores to check out. Both carry up-to-date

Boutique 54 has tons of different styles

and accessories. The inviting atmosphere

for every age and body type, and there

of both of these stores will make you feel

is always a great range of merchandise to

so welcomed, and you’ll be excited to

The Earle opened in the 1960s, and

is still an Owensboro favorite to this day. 32

always have such fashionable looks, and I

and trendy pieces as well as fun jewelry

be a place you do some shopping—they

with their stunning Christmas options.

choose from.

Embellish is located right on

clothes for every occasion, from wedding

Willow Tree is a home décor hot spot that

registering so much fun!

sure you are taken care of. Bushays is

two other local stores on Highway 54.

you a personal experience that makes

helpful, and go out of their way to make

want!

the only bride in town and really give

range of stylish options. They carry

can customize pretty much anything you

easy and special. They make you feel like

for everyone. The girls are so sweet and

our wedding this past May and it was so

Frederica and has such an impressive

They also offer hand painted items, and 27

I personally registered at Studio Slant for

a wide price range, there is something

also carries accessories and home décor. 1

Gift shops like Studio Slant, Trison’s,

They offer exquisite customer service, and are extremely knowledgeable about suiting, as well as alterations.

Byron & Barclay actually carries

styles for both men and women. The

come back and shop.

Let’s talk about shopping for the

kiddos. Kidstop Children’s Boutique could not carry more adorable merchandise. Just walking past the window will make you want to have a baby. They carry such stylish and chic baby and kid’s brands—

atmosphere of this store will completely

you will definitely find something (if not

blow you away. When I first shopped

several things) to take home!

here I couldn’t believe how beautifully

decorated it was! Customer service here

some great kid and baby clothes, as well

PEACOCKS &

is also superb, and they carry tons of accessories from wallets to sunglasses,

as items for other age groups too. They

PEARLS

and everything in between. Definitely stop by and see for yourself!

Just around the corner from Byron

& Barclay, you’ll find The Sturdy Hinge. They are a size inclusive boutique that also offers bra fittings. They carry sizes XS-5x, and sell swimwear as well! It is so

Robin’s Resale & Boutique carries

sell new boutique clothing, as well as consignment, and they also monogram!

Keep your money where your heart

is, and shop local. We are so lucky to have such a diverse range of boutiques, and it is so important to support them and keep Owensboro a shopping destination.

helpful to have a local place that does bra

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fittings, because that can be the hardest

See numbered list of local stores on the

part of bra shopping.

following page.

2ND & CHARLES

2520 Calumet Trace 205-909-3536 Books, games, movies and more. 2

ADORN BOUTIQUE 113 East 18th Street (270) 316-8758 3

ALL ABOUT YOU SALON & SPA 603 Salem Drive (270) 683-4772 4

BELLA REGAZZA

2684 Frederica Street (270) 926-9546

ENVOGUE

BUSHAY’S

4431 Springhill Drive, Suite C (270) 240-1694 8

BYRON & BARCLAY

121 East Second Street, Suite 100 (270) 478-5339 9

CONSUMER MALL 2930 KY 144 (270) 684-4393 10

CRAZY ME GIFTS & APPAREL 217 Williamsburg Square (270) 684-5419

EXCURSIONS

NICK T. ARNOLD

2738 Frederica Street (270) 926-8388

3630 Frederica Street (270) 686-8463

2594 Calumet Trace Owensboro, KY 42303 (270) 215-7733

GENE’S HEALTH FOOD 1738 Sweeney Street (270) 684-5052 16

HILL VIEW FARMS MEATS 5024 Lee Rudy Road (270) 929-0558 17

HOME INSPIRED

IN THE GROOVE

103A West 3rd Street (270) 240-4536 19

INTEGRITY NURSERY OUTDOOR LIVING 1100 Burlew Blvd (270) 684-4959 20

720 West Byers Avenue (270) 683-2400

MADISON SQUARE BOUTIQUE AND BRIDAL

1724 Cruse Dr (off Frederica, by DQ) (270) 570-5684

TAPSCOTT’S

THE EARLE

2686 Frederica Street (270) 684-3111 43

OWENSBORO PEDDLERS MALL 601 Commerce Drive (270) 685-8292 31

PARTY PAPER PLACE 320 Washington Avenue (270) 684-5189

105 East 18th Street (270) 926-7220 44

THE SCRUB SHOPPE 4760 Frederica Street (270) 683-3333 45

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PEACOCKS AND PEARLS

PRESERVATION STATION

325 Park Plaza Drive (270) 684-9600

624 Emory Drive (270) 684-3570

THE RED DOOR BOUTIQUE

LANCE & CO

405 Park Plaza Drive (270) 691-6001

STUDIO SLANT

LEGENDS

2920 Frederica Street (270) 344-1371

OWENSBORO FAMILY PHARMACY

LEGACY SALON, SPA & BOUTIQUE

4431 Springhill Drive, Suite B (270) 926-7467

SIP WINE ROOM

The Enclave at Riverfront Living Wine tasting.

122 East 18th Street (270) 764-5524

2730 Frederica Street (270) 686-0001

1403 E 18th St Floral and seasonal

KUNTRY KUTTER

101 A West Third Street (270) 683-6333

401 West Second Street, Suite 103 (270) 685-2005

DANDELION WISHES

EMBELLISH

OUT OF THE BLUE

2660 Frederica Street, Suite A (270) 926-6433

4531 Hwy 54, #2 270-363-6976 Permanent makeup and tattoo

KIDSTOP BOUTIQUE

2215 New Hartford Road (270) 683-9336

SIMPLY CHIC HOME ACCENTS

BOUTIQUE 54

NEW LIFE THRIFT

BE REAL SPORTS

3245 Mount Moriah Avenue (270) 240-4495

1920 West Fourth Street (270) 685-5887

3271 Alvey Park Drive, Suite E (270) 684-9047

3053 Alvey Park Drive West (270) 926-9288

4399 Springhill Drive, Suite C (270) 240-2019

9661 Highway 56 (270) 616-7007 35

RED WING SHOES

2928 Heartland Crossing Boulevard, Suite A (270) 713-0298 36

ROBIN’S RESALE & BOUTIQUE 2416 New Hartford Road (270) 683-6500

THE STURDY HINGE

121 East Second Street, Suite 400 (270) 314-2631 46

THE WILLOW TREE

3121 Commonwealth Court (270) 926-6154 47

TOM BLUE FURNITURE 2737 Veach Road (270) 683-4921 48

TRISON’S GIFTS

507-511 Frederica Street (270) 683-2309 49

TROPHY HOUSE

511 Frederica Awards, gifts, advertising. 50

WEIR’S PHOTO

325 Park Plaza Drive Photo lab and camera center.

SHOE STOP

WELBORN’S FLORAL

2768 Frederica Street (270) 686-7508

920 East Fourth Street (270) 684-3283

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kids

SPORTS & ACTIVITIES Owensboro is a sports town! There are plenty of opportunities for kids to get out and get active in Owensboro. Here is a listing of the most popular youth leagues and programs in Greater Owensboro. This publication comes out every two years, so details are subject to change. Please contact the organization for current information.

BASEBALL

OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA T-BALL Contact: 270-926-9622

OWENSBORO PARKS AND REC SPRING T-BALL LEAGUE Location: Jack C. Fisher Park Contact: 270-687-8700 Ages: 3-6 owensboroparks.org

WESTERN CAL RIPKEN BASEBALL Location: Moreland Park Contact: 270-993-7933 Ages: Boys and girls, ages 3 - 12 owensboroparks.org/sports/youthbaseball

owensboroymca.org

SOUTHERN LITTLE LEAGUE

CHEER ZONE

Location: Southern Park Contact: 270-926-9667 Ages: Boys and girls, ages 4 - 12 owensboroparks.org/sports/youthbaseball

Location: 3644 Edna Ct. Contact: 270-683-0202 or cheerzoneinc@hotmail.com Ages 3-18 cheer-zone.com

OWENSBORO DAVIESS COUNTY BABE RUTH BASEBALL

KFL CHEERLEADING

Location: Panther Creek Park Contact: 270-485-9554 Ages: Three divisions ages 11-18 odcyouthsports.com

OWENSBORO CATHOLIC YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE Contact: info@ owensborocatholicleague.com Ages: Pee Wee, coach pitch, machine pitch, ages 5-12 owensborocatholicleague.com

BASKETBALL

UPWARD BASKETBALL Contact: 270-852-2612 Ages: Open to all 1-6 grade (Boys & Girls)

OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA YOUTH BASKETBALL Location: YMCA Gym 900 Kentucky Parkway Contact: 270-926-9622 owensboroymca.org

LIL’ SLUGGERS T-BALL Location: Pleasant Grove Baptist Church

BOWLING

Contact: 270-771-4150 Ages: Boys and girls,

DIAMOND LANES YOUTH BOWLING LEAGUES

ages 3-4 and 5-6 Pgbchurch.com

Location: Diamond Lanes South Contact: 270-685-2695 Ages: Youth leagues for boys & girls, 3-20. diamondlanes.net

BOXING EASTERN CAL RIPKEN BASEBALL Location: Chautauqua Park Contact: 270925-4957 Ages: Boys and girls, ages 3 - 12 owensboroparks. org/sports/youthbaseball

LITTLE LEGENDS Ages: 3 and up 502-295-9267

CHEERLEADING UPWARD CHEERLEADING Contact: 270-852-2612 Ages: 1st – 6th grade

DAVIESS COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL CHEERLEADING Contact: 270-683-4994 Ages: Rookie 5-7, Varsity 8-12 odcyouthsports.com/cheerleading

Contact: 270-993-1519 or kflcheerleading@gmail.com Ages: K-6th grade kidsfootballleague.com

DANCE

JOHNSON’S DANCE STUDIO Location: 2705 Breckenridge Street Contact: 270-684-9580 Ages: 2+ johnsonsdancestudio.com

MUSICK STUDIOS Location: 411 East 2nd Street Contact: 270-688-8908 Ages: 2+ musickstudios.com

TIPPI TOES Contact: 270-883-1797 or TippiToes@TippiToesDance.com Ages: 2 years old – 3rd grade TippiToesDance.com/SoKY

FIGURE SKATING THE EDGE ICE CENTER SKATING SCHOOL

Location: 1400 Hickman Avenue Contact: 270-687-8720 Ages: 3+ owensboroparks.org

EDGE ICE CENTER FREESTYLE ICE Location: 1400 Hickman Avenue Contact: 270-687-8720 owensboroparks.org

FOOTBALL

OWENSBORO DAVIESS COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE Location: Waymond Morris Park Contact: 270-683-4994 Ages: 4-12 odcyouthsports.com

KIDS FOOTBALL LEAGUE (KFL) Ages: Flag football for ages 5-8; Tackle for 3rd/4th & 5th/6th grades is $45 kidsfootballleague.com

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GOLF

GO JUNIOR GOLF SERIES Location: Ben Hawes Golf Course Contact: 270-687-7137 or go.junior.golf.series@gmail.com Ages: 5-18 gojuniorgolfseries.com

GYMNASTICS

OWENSBORO GYMNAST Location: 3239 Alvey Park Dr. E Contact: 270-926-3491 Ages: 2 - High School Facebook@ OwensboroGymnastics&Fitness Center

ITUMBLE AND BOUNCE Contact: 270-240-4800 Ages: 18 months-adult itumbleandbounce.biz

BEJOLI GYMNASTICS, INC. Location: 10743 Hwy 764, Whitesville Contact: 270-929-0799 Ages: 3 and up bejoligymnasts.com

HOCKEY

THE EDGE ICE CENTER SUMMER HOCKEY LEAGUE Location: 1400 Hickman Avenue Contact: 270-687-8720 Ages: 7-17 owensborohockey.com

EDGE ICE CENTER STICK ‘N’ PUCK Location: 1400 Hickman Ave. Contact: 270-687-8720 Ages: 4-21

OWENSBORO YOUTH HOCKEY ASSOCIATION Location: Edge Ice Center Contact: Facebook, search: Owensboro Youth Hockey Association Ages: Boys and girls, 3 divisions, ages 4 -17 owensborohockey.com

MULTISPORT TRAINING Green River Tri club Contact: 270-213-2430 or greenrivertriclub@gmail.com Ages: 8 and up Facebook@GreenRiverTri

DYNASTY SPORTS PERFORMANCE TRAINING Location: Salvation Army gym located at 2nd St. & South Ewing Rd. Contact: 904-400-8096 Facebook@ DynastySportsPerformanceTraining

EDGE ELITE PERFORMANCE TRAINING Location: 4617 Sutherland Rd Contact: 270-314-1859 Facebook@EdgeElite

SOCCER

EAST COUNTY SOCCER LEAGUE Contact: eastcountysoccerleague@ gmail.com Ages: 5-16 Facebook@EastCountySoccer

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DAVIESS COUNTY YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION Location: Horse Fork Creek Park Contact: dcysa.information@gmail.com Ages: U4-U19 Facebook@dcysa

SPORTSTUTOR & FUTSAL Location: Thompson Berry Contact: 270-570-0303 or Ty@ sportstutor.net Ages: u8+ sportstutor.net

SPORTSTUTOR RECREATIONAL LEAGUE Contact: connor@sportstutor.net Ages: 4-12 United Soccer Club Contact: oborounited@gmail.com Ages: u8-u19 owensborounited.com

SOFTBALL

OWENSBORO CATHOLIC YOUTH SOFTBALL LEAGUE Contact: info@ owensborocatholicleague.com Ages: Peewee, 8U, 10U, 13U owensborocatholicleague.com

SWIMMING

OWENSBORO PARKS & REC LEARN TO SWIM CLASSES Location: Combest pool Contact: 270-687-8700 Ages: 5 and above owensboroparks.org

OWENSBORO PARKS & REC PRESCHOOL AQUATICS Location: Cravens pool Contact: 270-687-8700 Ages: 3-4 owensboroparks.org

OWENSBORO MARLINS

KINDERMUSIK AT THE OWENSBORO SYMPHONY ACADEMY

Location: Owensboro Health Healthpark Contact: pduke@ gmail.com Ages: 5-19 owensboromarlins. com

Location: 211 East Second St Contact: 270-3169203 kindermusik.com In every class you’re welcomed into a playful and

OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA PROGRESSIVE GROUP SWIM LESSONS Location: 900 Kentucky Parkway Contact: 270-926-9622 Ages: 3+ owensboroymca.org

YMCA HOME SCHOOL GYM AND SWIM Location: 900 Kentucky Parkway Contact: 270-926-9622 owensboroymca.org

TAE KWON DO/ MARTIAL ARTS

JONES ATA MARTIAL ARTS Location: 1020 Halifax Dr Ste 103 Contact: 270-691-0508 Ages: Tigers (3-6 year olds), Karate for Kids (6-14 year olds), and the Teen/ Adult (15 and up) owensboroblackbelt.com

CHAI’S MARTIAL ARTS Location: 409 Salem Dr. Contact: 270-683-7674 Ages: 3 - adult Facebook@ChaisMartialArts

GRACIE JUJITSU Location: 1601 Triplett St Contact: 813-442-0720 gracieowensboro.com

OWENSBORO TRADITIONAL TAE KWON DO Location: 411 E 2nd St Contact: 270-222-0834 Facebook@ chungdokwanmaster

TRADITIONAL KARATE Location: 2753 Veach Rd Contact: 270-684-9500 or tska.shotokan@gmail.com owensborokarate.com

nurturing environment where your child will experience music

AIKIDO OF OWENSBORO Location: 3201 Alvey Park Dr W Contact: 270-929-4042

TENNIS

CENTRE COURT, OWENSBORO TENNIS COMPLEX Location: 2965 Bittel Road Contact: 270-240-4213 or odcta. frontdesk@outlook.com Ages u10-18 owensborotennis.net

WRESTLING

of varying styles, genres, and cultures. Offering classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids through age 7.

MOVIE SHOWINGS

MALCO SUMMER MOVIE FEST Each summer, Owensboro Malco offers G and PG rated movies at a specially discounted price. Moviegoers will be treated to a summer of family-

OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA YOUTH WRESTLING

friendly favorites at just $2

Locations: 900 Kentucky Parkway Contact: 270-926-9622 Ages: 4-11 owensboroymca.org

to charity. Check schedule at

DAVIESS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH WRESTLING CAMP/LEAGUE

The Bluegrass Hall of Fame

Contact: 270-316-7670 or curtis.martinson@daviess. kyschools.us Ages: PreK-6th grade

several times throughout

MUSIC LESSONS

at bluegrasshall.org.

Location: Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum 311 W 2nd St Contact: bluegrasshall.org The Saturday Lesson program is designed to make bluegrass music more accessible to all who are interested in learning to play an instrument at a heavily discounted rate to the students. All ages.

MOVIES ON THE RIVER

SATURDAY MUSIC LESSONS

per ticket with proceeds going malco.com.

MOVIES IN WOODWARD THEATER and Museum’s Woodward Theater also shows movies the year, usually classics, documentaries and children’s movies. Check events schedule

Each summer, RiverPark Center hosts “Movies on the River” featuring family-friendly films on a large, inflatable screen on the RiverPark Center patio. The event is free and open to the public. Concessions available. Check schedule at riverparkcenter.org.

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FITNESS CENTERS Crossfit, boot camps, yoga, big box gyms, and boutique gyms. When it comes to staying fit, Owensboro has it all.

270 POWER YOGA

3333 Frederica Street #8 | 270-240-3159

HEALTHPARK

1006 Ford Avenue | 270-688-5433

OWENSBORO CROSSFIT

601 Triplett Street | 270-702-2203

OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA

900 Kentucky Parkway | 270-926-9622

PURE BARRE

2680 Frederica Street | 270-240-4661

PURE LIFE YOGA

601 Triplett Street | 270-315-3868

RISING LOTUS

202 E 5th Street | 707-362-3087

STAY FIT 24

1212 JR Miller Boulevard | 270-684-7101

THE HINES CENTER

One Wellness Drive, Philpot, KY 42366 | 270-729-3030

A D U LT AT H L E T I C S The Owensboro Parks and Recreation Department also organizes adult softball and volleyball leagues. Daviess County Church League softball is also very popular. And if tennis is your game, Centre Court is another amenity unique to Owensboro. The Owensboro Daviess County Tennis Association and the City of Owensboro have combined efforts to make a long-time vision of a new indoor tennis facility a reality. Centre Court opened in April of 2015, featuring six indoor courts and nine outdoor courts. The massive tennis facility is nestled in the sports complex at Russell Shifley Park off Bittel Road— visible from the Bypass. Pickleball is one of Owensboro’s fastest growing sports. It’s a cross between table tennis and badminton played with a wiffle type ball. Nearly 200 players from 12 different states registered for a tournament at Owensboro Convention Center in February of 2018. Visit OwensboroPickleball.org for more information on how and where to play.

OWENSBOROPARKS.ORG // OWENSBOROTENNIS.NET

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Outdoor Recreation BIKE TRAILS

RUDY MINE TRAILS SYSTEM Enjoy nature at its finest when you visit this the Rudy Mine Trail hiking and bike trail system located out Highway 60 West. The double track trail includes three trails that interconnect equaling four miles for easy to moderate rating. The single track trails were designed by mountain bikers, with 8.25 miles of trails and amazing terrain. These trails offer something for every level rider or outdoor enthusiast!

THE GREENBELT The Adkisson Greenbelt Park is designed to encircle the city, linking neighborhoods, business districts, parks and schools. Over 15 miles of trails make up the Greenbelt Park and offer a 10-foot wide asphalt surface that will easily accommodate pedestrians and bicyclists and meets the Americans with Disabilities Act Standards.

CITY PARKS WALKING TRAILS Seven of Owensboro’s city parks offer walking trails. Listed below are those parks and lengths of each walking trail: Chautauqua Park………………. .7 miles Dugan Best Park………….……. .8 miles Jack C. Fisher Park………….…. .7 miles Joe Ford Nature Park………….. .4 miles Legion Park……………………. .5 miles Moreland Park…………………. .6 miles Waymond Morris Park………… 1.5 miles

HIKING TRAILS YELLOW CREEK PARK

Located at 5710 KY-144 in east Daviess County, Yellow Creek Park offers six hiking trails ranging from .5 to 1.5 miles. THE GREENBELT // PHOTO BY JAMIE ALEXANDER

PANTHER CREEK PARK Located at in west Daviess County, Panther Creek Park offers seven hiking trails ranging from .2 to 4 miles.

JOE FORD NATURE PARK Located near the intersection of the Wendell Ford Expressway and Hwy 60 West, the Joe Ford Nature Park is named in honor of Joe Ford who developed the 15 acre woodland into an outdoor classroom. The Nature Center operates Tuesday – Thursday 9am3pm, Friday 9am-Noon. Walking trails are open for your enjoyment 365 days a year during daylight hours.

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JOHN JAMES AUDUBON STATE

KINGFISHER LAKES

PARK – HENDERSON, KY

Adjacent to Carpenter Lake, Highway

Audubon State Park is best

405 splits Old Kingfisher Lake

known for its namesake,

Each lake has a boat ramp

wrote an exhaustive book

anglers. Kingfisher Lakes is

landmark work in the

owned and managed by the

1800s. The one-mile “lake

Kentucky Department of Fish

trail” offers a beautiful view

and Wildlife Resources and

of Wilderness Lake with

provides locals and visitors a

another two-mile “backcountry

place to enjoy a relaxing day of

trail” as an add-on.

fishing.

FISHING Our little stretch of the Ohio River is home to the state record catfish for both Kentucky and Indiana - a 104 lb blue cat caught just upriver by Owensboro’s Bruce Midkiff in 1999. It’s also home to Monsters on the Ohio, a catfishing tournament held each October at English Park which has

Horse Fork Creek is home to western Kentucky’s largest soccer complex, a 6-acre lake, a large playground and a newly opened splash park.

and gravel parking areas for

about birds that was a

OHIO RIVER

CO U NT Y PARKS

from New Kingfisher Lake.

John James Audubon, who

DAVIESS COUNTY FISH AND GAME ASSOCIATION The 25-acre lake at Daviess County Fish and Game is stocked with crappie, red ear, bass and catfish on a regular basis for its members. The purpose of the Daviess County Fish and Game is purely charitable and educational in nature, promoting hunting, fishing, wildlife and land

Hundreds of teams from across the country compete for

conservation, as well as safety and respect for others.

cash prizes as their five largest fish are weighed in front of

In addition to fishing, Fish and Game has a rifle range,

the crowd.

archery range, two playgrounds, camping, bath house, and

S P R AY PA R K S

hiking trails. Owensboro/Daviess County has several great options for

CAMPING

family fishing right here in our own backyard. Yellow Creek

DIAMOND LAKE RESORT

and Panther Creek Park are regularly stocked through the

Diamond Lake Resort is just fifteen minutes west of

FINS (fish in the neighborhood) program. Through a grant

Owensboro and was recently named one of the best spots

from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, the

in Kentucky to camp. Diamond Lake also

state stocks both county parks with catfish in the summer and trout in the winter. In the city parks system, Jack C. Fischer is stocked with trout in the spring and fall, but Waymond Morris Park on Todd Bridge Road is the only city park that is stocked through the FINS program. The state requires that you follow their regulations; a fishing license is required and game wardens do occasionally patrol the parks, but fishing in a park is a great option for families.

CARPENTER LAKE Sitting about ten miles northeast of Owensboro, it has a

Yellow Creek Park is a 152-acre park with several sports fields, walking and hiking trails, a pioneer village, a popular frisbee disc golf course, and a 7-acre lake. Panther Creek Park boasts seven walking and hiking trails, some of which are elevated above the wetlands along the creek. The 6-acre lake is regularly stocked by Kentucky Fish and Wildlife. Panther Creek South also has a frisbee disc golf course.

grown to become known as the “Super Bowl of Catfishing.”

CITY AND COUNTY PARKS

MORE OUTDOOR FUN

Spray park splash pads are located at three City Parks: Kendall Perkins Park, Legion Park, and Smothers Park; as well as Panther Creek, Yellow Creek, and Horse Fork Creek parks in the county system. Open late May - late September.

PROJECT RISE

offers fishing, several go-kart tracks, putt-putt, disc golf and bumper boats.

Whether you’re an experienced runner or you’re just getting started on your fitness journey, Project Rise invites you to join their all-inclusive and encouraging running group at 5:29 a.m. each Thursday morning at Smothers Park.

Diamond Lake is located off Hwy 56 at 7301 Hobbs Road.

WINDY HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Relax and enjoy a swim on the beach, stop in for a snack at the concession stand, and enjoy the scenic view. With modern campsites, and a beautiful setting, Windy

C I TY POOL S

Hollow offers family camping at its best.

Cravens Pool 2815 Cravens Ave | 270-687-8724

VASTWOOD PARK – HANCOCK COUNTY

boat ramp and an ADA accessible fishing pier. The lake

Vastwood Park is a great camping destination just 30

has good populations of largemouth bass, as well as other

minutes east of Owensboro. Many campsites are right on

popular species like bluegill and channel catfish. At 68

the beautiful 19-acre lake, with an RV campground on an

acres, it is possible for boat fisherman to work the lake

elevated clearing overlooking the lake. Campers can enjoy

very thoroughly in a day’s fishing time, but bank access is

a paved walking trail circling the lake, disc golf, a large

somewhat limited.

fenced-in playground, and wide variety of athletic fields.

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Combest Pool 1530 McJohnson Ave | 270-687-8723 *The City Parks & Rec offers swim lessons, fitness/ aquatics classes, and various special events throughout the summer. Call 270-687-8333 for available dates and times. O

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hether you’re an experienced pro or a first-time golfer, our guide to the area courses will have you off the tee box and on the green in no time.

PANTHER CREEK GOLF COURSE

Panther Creek Golf Course is located approximately 10 miles from Owensboro in rural, southwest Daviess County around what was the old Panther coal mine. Panther Creek offers an 18-hole golf course complimented by a clubhouse with food and beverage service, and seating inside or outside.

HILLCREST GOLF COURSE

Hillcrest Golf Course is a nine-hole regulation course with four sets of tee markers. It features rolling terrain and small, bent-grass greens that require pin-point accuracy and a pro shop. Hillcrest golf course continues to be a city staple, with its ideal location and beautiful rolling terrain, which has proven popular with golfers of all ages. Its low fee structure and open design make it ideal for juniors, seniors, ladies and beginners, or golfers just looking for a quick nine holes of golf!

BEN HAWES GOLF COURSE

Ben Hawes Golf Course is a municipal golf course that is open to the public 12 months a year. Ben Hawes offers an 18-hole, par 71 championship layout and practice areas that include a driving range, large putting green and separate chipping and pitching area. It also has a nine-hole Par 3 golf course, that is lighted on the summer weekends and is great

for a quick round, beginners, young golfers or just a chance to work on your short game.

OWENSBORO COUNTRY CLUB

Owensboro Country Club was established in 1919 and is considered one of the finest private clubs in Western Kentucky. The 18-hole course features tree-lined Bermuda fairways, bent grass greens, and four sets of zoysia grass tees, making it very golfer friendly. There are 5 lakes that add beauty and risk to your round of golf.

WINDRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB Windridge Country Club is a semi-private course, open to public play on most days. The 18-hole course is one of the area’s most attractive with rolling hills, challenging greens, numerous water features and strategically-placed sand traps.The club offers three types of memberships: stockholder memberships, social memberships, and pool only memberships for families and for singles.

THE PEARL CLUB

The Pearl Club golf course is noted as “Western Kentucky’s Premier Golf Course.” The views looking out from the course are superb as the course sits at the highest point in Daviess County. The Club boasts the area’s only indoor, full swing simulator that is available by appointment to members and the public. O

FOOTGOLF Footgolf is a precision sport, combining soccer and golf, in which players kick a soccer-style ball into a cup in as few shots as possible. Here in Owensboro, residents have two options to play footgolf: a 9-hole course in conjunction with the Par 3 golf course at Ben Hawes and an 18-hole course in conjunction with the 9 hole golf course at Hillcrest. Visit OwensboroParks.org for footgolf rules and etiquette.

HILLCREST GOLF COURSE Daily Fees 18 hole green - $12 18 hole w/cart - $20 After 3pm - $13 with cart Ball rental - $5

BEN HAWES GOLF COURSE Daily Fees 9 hole par 3 all day - $10 After 3pm - $7 Ball rental - $5

Prices do not include tax and are subject to change.

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DID YOU KNOW The newly-built Owensboro Health Regional Hospital was designed to include as many windows as possible. Floor-to-ceiling windows in patient rooms not only provide a view of the calming outdoors, but let in the sunlight that reinforces your natural body clock and helps you follow a healthy sleep-wake cycle which promotes healing. // Photo by AP Imagery

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HEALTHCARE HOSPITAL

OWENSBORO HEALTH REGIONAL HOSPITAL 1201 Pleasant Valley Road 270-417-2000

CONVENIENT CARE LOCATIONS

GATEWAY URGENT CARE, LLC 3245 Mt. Moriah Avenue, Ste 10 270-663-0955 DEACONESS CLINIC EXPRESS OWENSBORO 2710 Heartland Crossing 270-215-3100 IMMEDIATE CARE CENTER 1200 Breckenridge Street 270-683-7553 OHIO VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER 750 Salem Drive 270-686-8008

OWENSBORO HEALTH URGENT CARE 2211 Mayfair Drive, Ste 101 270-688-1352

OWENSBORO HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP FAMILY MEDICINE (PARRISH) 811 E. Parrish Avenue 270-691-8040

SPRINGS URGENT CARE 2220 E. Parrish Avenue, Bldg. C 270-852-1632

GATEWAY PRIMARY CARE 3245 Mount Moriah Avenue, Ste 9 270-683-2209

ST. CAMILLUS URGENT CARE 3600 Frederica St., Ste B 270-684-0023

OWENSBORO HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP FAMILY MEDICINE (BRECKENRIDGE CENTER) 1000 Breckenridge Street, Ste 401 270-688-4401

PRIMARY CARE FACILITIES

BLUEGRASS INTERNAL MEDICINE 3346 Professional Park Drive 270-685-1066 OWENSBORO HEALTH/U OF L FAMILY MEDICINE RESIDENCY CLINIC 811 E. Parrish Avenue, Ste 102 270-688-2077

OWENSBORO HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP FAMILY MEDICINE (TRIPLETT) 1325 Triplett Street 270-686-8500 OWENSBORO MEDICAL PRACTICE 1200 Breckenridge Street, Ste 102 270-683-8672 OWENSBORO PRIMARY CARE 1200 Breckenridge Street, Ste 202 270-685-8224 PHYSICIANS AFFILIATED CARE PSC 2200 E Parrish Avenue 270-926-2273

OSMO PT AT THE SPRINGS ON 54 2200 East Parrish Avenue, Building C - Lower Level 102 270-240-4682 OWENSBORO HEALTH ORTHOPEDICS Pleasant Valley Medical Building 1301 Pleasant Valley Road, Ste 500 270-417-7940 OWENSBORO HEALTH SPORTS MEDICINE & WALK-IN CLINIC Pleasant Valley Medical Building 1301 Pleasant Valley Road, Suite 500B 270-417-7940

COMMUNITY CLINICS

AUDUBON AREA COMMUNITY CARE CLINIC 819 East 9th Street 270-686-6040 COMMUNITY DENTAL CLINIC 2811 New Hartford Road, Ste A 270-691-6205

REJUVE WELLNESS AND WEIGHT LOSS 1200 Breckenridge Street, Ste 201 270-663-7546

HEALTH FIRST COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER 2816 Veach Road, Ste B 270-926-9821

VINEYARD PRIMARY CARE 2851 New Hartford Road 270-387-3213

DENTISTS

SPORTS MEDICINE KORT PHYSICAL THERAPY 3515 Frederica Street 270-684-7856

REHABILITATION AND PERFORMANCE INSTITUTE 412 East Second Street 270-926-8145

ORTHOPAEDICS AND SPORTS MEDICINE OWENSBORO (OSMO) 2831 New Hartford Road 270-926-4100

CENTER FOR COSMETIC AND GENERAL DENTISTRY 2862 Farrell Crescent 270-684-3610 DENTAL DESIGNS OF OWENSBORO 3310 Professional Park Drive, Ste 103 270-684-3377 DR. BRADLEY STEARSMAN 2200 East Parrish Avenue, Building C102 270-926-3199

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DR. CAROL J. BRAUN, DDS 2816 Veach Road 270-683-7144 DR. MARK FORT DMD 1208 East Byers Avenue 270-926-3838 DURALL WEDDING ORTHODONTICS 2816 Veach Road, Suite 301 270-683-0275 HIGGINSON ORTHODONTICS 2868 Farrell Crescent 270-684-0822 JOHNSON FAMILY DENTISTRY 722 Harvard Drive 270-685-5242 MEAGAN AULL, DMD, LLC 2811 New Hartford Road, Ste D 270-215-0610

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY OF OWENSBORO 1030 Burlew Boulevard. Building C 270-683-7447 ROWLAND FAMILY DENTISTRY 1030 Burlew Boulevard, B1 270-685-1777 THOMPSON & FREY FAMILY AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY 3164 Alvey Park Drive East 270-683-0620 WARD FAMILY DENTISTRY, PSC. 730 West 12th Street 270-683-1336

OPTOMETRISTS ADVANTAGE EYE CARE 411 Park Plaza Drive 270-683-2020

OWENSBORO FAMILY EYE CARE 3310 Professional Park Drive #101 270-683-2101

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PHYSICIANS EYE CENTER 2845 Farrell Crescent 270-926-3297 RIVERPARK EYECARE, PLLC 221 Allen Street 270-685-4966

PEDIATRIC THERAPY

THERATREE 2605 New Hartford Rd 270-688-8449

PHARMACIES

NATION’S MEDICINES 3030 Burlew Boulevard #B 270-685-4931 415 Carter Road 270-685-0557

POOLE’S PHARMACY CARE 2200 East Parrish Avenue, Building B, Ste 102 270-926-6260 WILSON FAMILY PHARMACY 2845 West Parrish Avenue, Ste E 270-688-0100

WOMEN’S CARE

DR. RICHARD C. GOOD 3240 Mount Moriah Avenue 270-926-4449 OWENSBORO HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY Pleasant Valley Medical Building 1301 Pleasant Valley Road, Ste 300 270-417-7700

3000 Alvey Park Drive 270-926-4080

SUMMIT OB/GYN 1921 Leitchfield Road 270-215-0500

OWENSBORO FAMILY PHARMACY 720 West Byers Avenue 270-683-2400

THE WOMEN’S PAVILION 2200 E. Parrish Avenue, Building B, Ste 201 270-926-3700

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BANKING andFINANCE If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re moving to Owensboro, will your accounts transfer? Here is a list of national, regional, and local banks, credit unions, mortgage companies and financial advisors in Owensboro.

BANKS BB&T

bbt.com 100 W 3rd Street 2800 Frederica Street 2901 W Parrish Ave 3506 State Route 54

republicbank.com 3500 Frederica Street 3332 Villa Point Drive

SOUTH CENTRAL

CHASE BANK

BANK INC.

1350 Carter Rd 3160 Hwy 54 E 2938 Frederica St

southcentralbank.com

FIFTH THIRD BANK 53.com 3205 South Frederica Street 500 Frederica Street

GERMAN AMERICAN BANK germanamerican.com 313 Frederica Street 3560 Frederica Street 3264 Highway 54

INDEPENDENCE BANK 1776bank.com 2425 Frederica Street 3228 KY-54 2465 W Parrish Ave 225 U.S. Highway 60 East (Hawesville) 614 Henton Street (Livermore) 8523 U.S. Highway 60 West (Lewisport)

LIMESTONE BANK limestonebank.com 1819 Frederica Street

OLD NATIONAL BANK oldnational.com 3230 Mt Moriah Ave 123 W 4th Street 3012 W Parrish Ave 1215 Southtown Blvd

PNC BANK pnc.com 3013 Frederica Street 2715 W Parrish Ave

REPUBLIC BANK

EVANSVILLE TEACHERS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION etfcu.org 2820 N York Street 2930 Wimsatt Ct. E

GREEN RIVER AREA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION greenriverafcu.com 3000 E 4th Street

300 Southtown Blvd 1375 Carter Road

US BANK usbank.com 2810 Frederica Street 4801 Frederica Street 2701 New Hartford Road 700 Frederica Street 1301 Pleasant Valley Rd Ste 105 1701 Carter Road 5000 Frederica Street Ste 47 2800 Tamarack Road 3151 Highland Pointe Dr. 255 Court Square (Hawesville)

CREDIT UNIONS AUDUBON FEDERAL CREDIT UNION audubonfcu.net 1429 Breckenridge Street

OWENSBORO FEDERAL CREDIT UNION ofcuonline.com 1208 Triplett Street 717 Harvard Drive

TRANSCEND CREDIT UNION transcendcu.com 933 Tamarack Road

FINANCIAL SERVICES ALIGN WEALTH MANAGEMENT

ameripriseadvisors.com 2708 New Hartford Road

BANK OF ENGLAND MORTGAGE boemortgage.com 401 Frederica Street

BRADEN FINANCIAL SERVICES bradenfs.com 202 East Byers Avenue

DAVIESS COUNTY

DIVERSIFIED MANAGEMENT INC.

TEACHERS FEDERAL

322 Frederica Street

CREDIT UNION dctfcu.com 1900 Southeastern Pkwy

edwardjones.com 1605 Scherm Road Suite 2

EDWARD JONES, TRACY B. THACKER, FINANCIAL ADVISOR, AAMS edwardjones.com 201 W 2nd Street

3010 KY-54 2715 Frederica Street

EDWARD JONES, KEVIN YOUNG, FINANCIAL ADVISOR

EDWARD JONES, MARY G. EMBRY FINANCIAL ADVISOR, CFP, AAMS edwardjones.com 3811 KY-54 Suite 104

EDWARD JONES, TYCEN BROCK, FINANCIAL ADVISOR edwardjones.com 2107 Frederica Street

FARM CREDIT MID AMERICA e-farmcredit.com 3216 Buckland Square

HILLIARD LYONS, INC. hilliard.com 1035 Frederica Street

LIFEMARK SECURITIES CORP. darrellmay.org 1727 Sweeney Street, Suite 106

LIFETIME FINANCIAL GROWTH lifetimefinancialgrowth.com 427 Saint Ann Street, Suite 200

DYNAMIC DIRECTIONS

LPL FINANCIAL, JEFF OLDHAM

dynamicdirections-d2.com 2708 New Hartford Road

roarkoldhamgroup.com 101 E. 2nd Street, Suite 300

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MARCUS W. BOSLEY & ASSOCIATES, INC. 1601 Frederica Street

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL northwesternmutual.com 100 West Third Street, Suite 301

RETIREMENT & FINANCIAL STRATEGIES retirementandfinancial.com 3402 Frederica Street

RIVERCITIES ASSET MANAGEMENT, LLC rineyhancock.com 2900 Veach Road, Suite 2

THRIVENT FINANCIAL thrivent.com 121 East Second Street, Suite 102

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS 1925 Frederica Street, Suite 100

MORTGAGE

AMERIFIRST HOME MORTGAGE amerifirst.com 3271 Alvey Park Drive East, Suite H

BANK OF ENGLAND MORTGAGE boeowensboro.com 401 Frederica Street, Building B, Suite 104

CALIBER HOME LOANS caliberhomeloans.com 3427 North Green River Road (Evansville)

COMMONWEALTH TITLE AND MORTGAGE SERVICES INC. commonwealthclosing.com 4830 Towne Square Ct

LIBERTY FINANCIAL A DIVISION OF ETFCU liberty.financial 100 St. Ann Street Suite 301

RUOFF MORTGAGE ruoff.com 234 Frederica Street

TOP FLITE FINANCIAL INC. topflightfinancial.com 8177 Bell Oaks Drive, Suite D (Newburgh)

US BANK HOME MORTGAGE mortgage.usbank.com 4801 Frederica Street

US BANK HOME MORTGAGE, KAREN CARPER mortgage.usbank.com 2701 New Hartford Road

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APART M ENT H UNTER’S G U IDE CHANDLER PARK APARTMENT HOMES // PHOTO BY AP IMAGERY

Looking for an apartment or rental home in Greater Owensboro? Here is a list of apartment complexes and property management companies to get you started, along with some insider tips to make things easier. AGN, INC. 1622 Moseley Street Owensboro, KY 42303 270-685-2029

CHANDLER PARK APARTMENT HOMES

3108 Fairview Drive Suite 101 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-929-0048

3750 Ralph Avenue Owensboro, KY 42303 270-689-2000

ONEY’S APARTMENTS, LLC

DELTA MANAGEMENT

1731A Parrish Plaza Drive Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-9731

724 Carlton Drive Owensboro, KY 42301 270-315-3240

HAWESWAY, INC.

P.O. Box 1661 Owensboro, KY 42302 270-926-2514

KOGER PROPERTIES, LLC

RIVERWALK PROPERTIES 201 Saint Ann Street Owensboro, KY 42303 270-316-2166

Insider tips

FOR RENTERS: ›› Come prepared. The more information you have, the smoother the process. ›› Know your budget and credit score beforehand. This will help you know if you meet the minimum requirements. ›› Bring references with you. Know where you’ve rented from previously because property managers will check for landlord verification. A proof of employment letter from your current employer will also help. ›› Available properties are listed on the property management website. But since property lists can change daily in our market, it’s much better to get a current list of properties from the office. ›› Most websites also explain the application process.

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REAL ESTATE AGENTS CENTURY 21 PARTNERS

HOME REALTY, INC.

3317 Frederica Street Owensboro, KY 42301

3424 Frederica Street Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-6221

Bettie Kincaid 270-929-2878

Jason Bellamy 270-302-4095

Brenda Loyal 270-993-5233 John Burns 270-684-2100

Karen Pannell 270-903-2167

Karen Gross 270-315-9810 Wade Baker 270-684-2100, ext. 119

ERA FIRST ADVANTAGE REALTY, INC. 1605 Scherm Rd Unit 5 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-577-8701

GREATER OWENSBORO REALTOR ASSOCIATION 2850 Farrell Crescent Owensboro, KY 42303 270-685-4977

KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY 123 West Fourth Street Suite 301 Owensboro, KY 42303 Sarah Barnes 270-315-3960 Kelly Anne Harris Team 270-929-5857

Anndrea Mahoney 270-302-6992 Cheryl Contratto 270-926-3500 Jennifer Staser 270-926-3500 Scott Lyons 270-316-7041

REYNOLDS & ASSOCIATES 401 Frederica Street Building A, Suite 204 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-302-8866

RISNER & ASSOCIATES, JOANN RISNER 1010 Frederica Street Owensboro, KY 42302 270-926-1400

Tyler Shookman 270-926-3500

TONY CLARK REALTORS, LLC

RE/MAX PROFESSIONAL REALTY GROUP

2934 Frederica Street Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-0055

3115 Commonwealth Court Suite A2 Owensboro, KY 42303

L. STEVE CASTLEN REALTORS

Glenn Ashby 270-570-5533

2839 New Hartford Road Owensboro, KY 42303 270-926-3500

Rick Cummins 270-302-2822

Angela Clark 270-929-4022

TRIPLE CROWN REALTY GROUP 401 Frederica Street Suite 101A Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-9999

PURCHASE YOUR FIRST HOME IN ONE YEAR: A 12-MONTH, STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO PURCHASING YOUR OWN HOME

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Check your credit score. Get a copy of your credit report at annualcreditreport.com. Determine how much you can afford. Figure out how much house you can afford and want to afford. And make a downpayment plan.

Prioritize what you most want in your new home. You’ll make a much better decision on what home to buy if you focus on your priorities.

Collect your loan paperwork. Including W-2; recent tax returns; pay stub, credit card, loan, retirement and bank statements; and addresses for the past 5-10 years.

Get pre-approved for your loan. Then start shopping for your home.

Make an offer on a home and schedule a home inspection.

Do a final walk through, get insurance on the house, and prepare for closing.

Research neighborhoods and start visiting open houses. Start a home maintenance account and beginning budgeting for miscellaneous expenses.

Research lenders and REALTORS®. Start interviewing REALTORS®.

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There are many details to take care of when moving to a new town. This list is meant to help you know how to handle high-priority issues like who to call to turn the lights on and get your water running. TELEVISION Spectrum 866-874-2389 Dish Network 270-713-0300 DirecTV 844-723-0252 INTERNET AT&T Owensboro 844-723-0252 OMUfibernet 270-926-3200 omu.org Spectrum 866-874-2389

ELECTRIC (City) Owensboro Municipal Utilities 2070 Tamarack Road 270-926-3200 omu.org (County) Kenergy 3111 Fairview Drive 800-844-4832 kenergycorp.com WATER (City) Owensboro Municipal Utilities 2070 Tamarack Road 270-926-3200 omu.org (County) S.E. Daviess County Water 3400 Bittell Road 270-685-5594 daviessky.org

GAS Atmos Energy 888-286-6700 atmosenergy.com

ALL ABOUT YOU SALON & SPA 603 Salem Drive 270-683-4772 LEGACY SALON, SPA & BOUTIQUE 405 Park Plaza Drive 270-691-6001 PARLOR 54 4531 Hwy 54, #2 270-363-6976

COUNTY TRASH REMOVAL BFI Sanitation 2103 Grimes Avenue 270-926-3255

SWANK SALON 1210 East Byers Avenue 270-685-0010

B&J Sanitation 100 Ellis Smeathers Road 270-685-5594

THE RED DOOR 105 East 18th Street 270-926-7220

CITY TRASH REMOVAL 270-687-8760 owensboro.org/ sanitation

RECYCLING DROP-OFF RECYCLING CENTER 1401 W. 7th Street Items collected: • Newspaper and phonebooks • Magazines • Cardboard • Aluminum cans • Steel cans Hours: Open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. An attendant is available to assist you on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 7am - Noon. CURBSIDE RECYCLING B & J Sanitation 270-686-7909 (Commercial & Residential Curbside) Go Recycling 270-485-6008 (Residential Curbside & Bulk)

HOUSEHOLD RECYCLING Resource Recycling 270-926-6611 (Compensated Drop-Off, Household & Bulk) Daviess County Solid Waste 270-229-4484 COMPUTER EQUIPMENT AND ELECTRONICS Greenworks Recycling

SCRAP METAL RECYCLING Dahl & Groezinger 940 W 9th Street 270-684-1404

2400 Grimes Avenue

(scrap metal, aluminum, brass, copper, and

270-215-0200 (Drop-Off)

more) River Metals Recycling

USED TIRE DISPOSAL

7061 KY 2830

Tire Recycling Inc

270-264-4004

270-264-5700

(scrap metal, aluminum, autos and more)

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OUR PET FRIENDLY COMMUNITY Are you bringing 4-legged family members with you to Greater Owensboro? Here is a listing of pet services located in Owensboro.

ALL PAWS CLAWS & HOOVES

NO PLACE LIKE HOME PET SITTING SERVICES

Grooming, kenneling, horse boarding.

In-home pet sitting, walks, overnights, home check-ins.

1161 Worthington Rd 270-926-4558 AUDUBON ANIMAL HOSPITAL Full range of health services.

2450 West Parrish Ave 270-684-7288 BRACKINS GROOMING SALON 60 years of grooming experience.

LET YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS RUN AT CASTLEN DOG PARK After a groundswell of community support, city officials cut the ribbon on Owensboro’s first dog park in August of 2019. A memorandum of agreement between the City of Owensboro and the Owensboro Dog Park Association states the city will maintain the dog park if the association raised the money to build it. Led by local realtor Steve Castlen, a total of $100,000 was raised to construct the park. Castlen Dog Park covers roughly two acres on the back sector of Legion Park near the Veach Road entrance. Within the free area where dogs are allowed off leash, there are two fenced-in areas, fanning out into the wooded area of the park. One side is designated for smaller dogs and one for larger. The enclosure has rounded edges rather than sharp to reduce dog anxiety.

515 Salem Dr 270-689-1880

EAST SIDE ANIMAL HOSPITAL Vet services and boarding.

3148 Alvey Park Dr E 270-685-0839 KAREN’S PET GROOMING Bathing, grooming, and boarding.

4906 Old Hartford Rd 270-926-0199

KENTUCKIANA ANIMAL CLINIC Vet services, grooming, boarding.

1500 E 18th St 270-215-4348

J GREENLAND PET SITTING Pet sitting, dog walking, in-home visits

270-993-1980 jgreenlandpetsitting@gmail.com

270-231-5184

ON THE GO STUDIO Mobile dog grooming studio.

270-570-1033

OWENSBORO ANIMAL HOSPITAL Vet services. Emergency.

135 Salem Dr 270-926-1888

Vet services and pet resort.

4804 Towne Sq Ct 270-685-1111 TOWNE SQUARE PET RESORT Boarding, grooming, daycare.

1201 Nicholas Dr 270-663-7387 WILLS ANIMAL HOSPITAL

OWENSBORO PET SITTING

Vet services, boarding, equine

In-home pet sitting and taxi service.

3030 New Hartford Rd 270-684-3201

270-275-1165

PAMPERED PETS GROOMING 2779 Veach Rd 270-684-8324 PAWS TOWN LLC Daycare, grooming, boarding, training

3101 Alvey Park Dr West 270-688-0908 PETSMART National chain. Pet supplies, food, and grooming.

5241 Federica St 270-688-0412

THE DAPPER DOG, LLC All breed grooming and dog daycare.

3238 Kidron Valley Way #1 270-478-1057

LIFETIME COMPANION

THE PET MANNY

Pet cremation service.

Grooming salon & daycare

519 Locust St 270-685-5111

TOWN SQUARE ANIMAL HOSPITAL

3990 Frederica St 270-240-5101

services.

LOCAL OPTIONS FOR PET ADOPTIONS DAVIESS COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

2620 Ky 81 270-685-8275 MOLLY’S MUTTS ANIMAL RESCUE

248 Ky 983 Dixon, KY 42409 270-213-5002 OWENSBORO HUMANE SOCIETY

3101 W 2nd St 270-302-6813 SAVING PAWS ANIMAL RESCUE OF KENTUCKY

270-684-4787

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WBKR STAFF // PHOTO BY JAMIE ALEXANDER

LOCAL MEDIA RADIO Hot96 96.1FM

Today’s Hit Music WABX 107.5FM

Evansville’s Classic Rock Station WIKY 104.1 104.1FM

Evansville’s Adult Contempory Station The Lloyd 105.3FM

Real Country CFR 90.3FM

Christian Family Radio

CROMWELL RADIO 3301 Frederica St, Owensboro KY 42301 270-683-1558

97X 97.1 FM WXCM

Modern & Classic Rock WBIO 94.7FM WBIO

Classic Country “We Believe in Owensboro” 102.7 “The GAME” 102.7FM WLME

ESPN Sports Radio CJ 105.7 105.7FM WCJZ

Classic Rock WVJS 92.9FM & AM1420 WVJS

Oldies from 70s, 80s and 90s. “Owensboro’s Greatest Hits” WKCM 101.3FM, 98.7FM, 97.9FM & AM1160

“NASH Icon. Western Kentucky Country Music” WTCJ 93.3FM & AM1230

90s & 2000s

100.5 “The Vibe” 100.5FM

Classic Hip-Hop

TOWN SQUARE MEDIA 3301 Frederica Street Owensboro KY 42301 270-683-1558

GO Chamber

90.3 WKWC WKWC 90.3 is a 5,000 watt FM radio station locally owned and operated by Kentucky Wesleyan College in Owensboro.

Owensboro Chamber)

The Country Station 92.5 WBKR

relevant news, and expert advice

WBKR.com

keeps the Chamber membership

Special programming includes NASCAR and UK Basketball, Live Weather Updates and Wall to Wall Severe Weather Coverage. News Talk 1490 AM and 99.1 FM womiowensboro.com

Your Station for News, Talk and Sports. Hourly local news updates 6:30am-5:30pm, Dave Ramsey, Rush Limbaugh, Glenn Beck, plus several locally broadcasted shows, UK Football and Basketball.

MAGAZINES Owensboro Parent owensboroparent.com

Covering local events, regional attractions, health-related articles, education, local businesses, entertainment reviews and travel information, Owensboro Parent strives to be an essential companion for parents.

GO Chamber (short for Greater is a quarterly publication of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce. With innovative business articles, from professionals, GO Chamber and community up-to-date on happenings that effect Owensboro’s economic growth and change.

ONLINE NEWS

TV OCTV Channel 71 A division of Owensboro Community & Technical College, OCTV offers local origination programs and video production services for the college and the greater Owensboro/Daviess County area.

Owensboro Times owensborotimes.com

WFIE

An online, daily news source

14 News

covering Owensboro and Daviess

Tristate news, weather, and sports.

County stories as well as national

NBC affiliate.

and regional stories with a local connection. Download the

WEHT

Owensboro Times app on iTunes or

News 25

Google Play for breaking news, local

Eyewitness news.

sports updates, community features,

ABC affiliate.

and more.

N E W S PA P E R

WEVV 44 News

Messenger-Inquirer

Focused on family and the

1401 Frederica Street

community.

Owensboro, KY 42301

CBS affiliate.

Owensboro Living owensboroliving.com

As “The Free Guide to Life in Western Kentucky,” Owensboro Living serves as an informational and entertaining resource for the community, offering readers a unique view of the people, places, and events that make our city stand apart.

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FIRST RESPONDERS AND PUBLIC SAFETY

Owensboro-Daviess County Central Dispatch - 911 Owensboro-Daviess County Central Dispatch handles all initial calls requesting Owensboro Police Department, Daviess County Sheriff ’s Office, Owensboro Fire Department, Daviess County Fire Department and the Daviess County Volunteer Fire Departments. Medical emergencies are referred to the local contracted ambulance service.

Owensboro Fire Department The Owensboro Fire Department serves the City of Owensboro operating five (5) fire stations and a regional training center handling a variety of emergency and nonemergency functions for the City. Under the emergency services umbrella, OFD offers Basic Life Support non-transport emergency first response to a variety of call types. Stations No. 1 - 512 W. Ninth St. No. 2 - 1900 E. Parrish Ave. No. 3 - 2633 Cravens Ave. No. 4 - 25th and Breckenridge St. No. 5 - 3845 South Griffith Ave.

Daviess County Fire Department The Daviess County Fire Department provides safe, professional service through education, prevention, emergency services and community relations. In addition to fire suppression, the Fire Department offers EMS/ ALS, search and rescue, extrication, water rescue, high angle rescue and cause and determination services to protect the life and property of Daviess County citizens. East Daviess County Fire Station 5005 Highway 54 East

Owensboro Police Department The mission of the Owensboro Police Department is to work in a true partnership with our community, to enhance the quality of life in our city, while maintaining order and protecting the people we serve by reducing incidences of crime, doing so with professionalism, honor, and integrity. 222 E 9th St., Owensboro, KY 42301 Emergency: 911 Business: 270-687-8888

Daviess County Sheriff’s Office We the deputies and employees of the Daviess County Sheriff ’s Office are committed, by adhering without compromise to our core values in our resolve to providing all citizens of Daviess County the highest standard of quality law enforcement. 212 St. Ann St., Owensboro, KY 42303 Emergency: 911 Business: 270-685-8444

Daviess County Airport Fire Station 2140 Airport Rd.

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COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE 270-685-8434 Extension #1: Automobile, Boat, and Trailer Transfers and Renewals, Firsttime Registrations, or Disabled Parking Placards Extension #2: Dealers, Business Fleets, Phone Renewals, and Mail-In Renewal Information Extension #3: Legal Recordings, Marriage Licenses, Passports, Notaries, Delinquent Taxes, and Elections Extension #4: Vehicle Lien Filings 877-855-3013 Vehicle and Boat Registration 24-hour phone vehicle renewal system DAVIESSCOUNTYCLERK.ORG

HELPFUL

WEBSITES

CHAMBER.OWENSBORO.COM The online home of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce. Support local. Support Owensboro. Includes a list of events and membership directory of over 1,000 members. 200 E. 3rd St. • 270-926-1860 VISITOWENSBORO.COM Brought to you by the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau. Features news and notes, an events calendar, a visitor’s guide, 215 E. 2nd St. • 270-926-1100 or 800-489-1131 OWENSBOROTICKETS.COM A regional ticketing provider for live entertainment ticketing and event registration needs. Including Owensboro Convention Center, RiverPark Center, and Kentucky Wesleyan basketball. POLICE.OWENSBORO.ORG Contact information including anonymous Crime Stoppers hotline, overview of services, listing of current cases, and more information for the community. DAVIESSKY.ORG Daviess County Fiscal Court 212 St. Ann St. • 270-685-8424 OWENSBORO.ORG City of Owensboro 101 E. 4th St. • 270-687-4444

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sk ten different people what they love about Owensboro and you might get ten different

We’ll see ! n oo s u o y

answers. But those answers will probably revolve around a

sense

community.

You are now part of a community that despite some major recent upgrades maintains a small town feel with big city dreams.

This is a city that is determined

to grow and will not stand still. New residents may not realize how much Owensboro has changed over the last 15 years, but as you can tell by the steel beams that speckle the skyline, we’re still a work in progress.

Progress that’s now directly tied

major

interstates,

bordered

award winning parks and bringing in national entertainment in our world class venues. Progress that put us on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail ®, brings in Bluegrass music fans from all over the world and attracts developers with innovative ideas for our future.

But we still know how to take time

to relax and enjoy life too. Residents find Greater Owensboro a great place to raise a family, a great place to retire, and a great place for millennials to find their place. There’s always something to do, things to see, and friendly folks to meet.

Welcome

Owensboro.

We’re

glad you’re here. We hope this Greater Owensboro Relocation Guide has helped you feel more at home in your new town. Stop by the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce office at if there’s ever anything you need.

We’d love to see you.

BY: DANNY MAY // PHOTO BY: AP IMAGERY

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