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FROM THE EDITOR
EDITOR
Steven Wilson steven@owensboroliving.com PUBLISHER
Taylor West taylor@tannerpublishing.com
SUMMER IS OFFICIALLY HERE!
AD SALES
Brock Quinton The kids are out of school, temperatures are heating up, and there’s plenty going on around our city. Drive-in movie season is in full swing, and we’re fortunate to have a terrific theater right across the bridge. Most of our readers have likely been at least once, and now we bring you the inside story of Reo’s Holiday Drive-In – an establishment that’s not only one of the last of its kind, but is also flourishing!
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Robert Williams robert@tannerpublishing.com LAYOUT & DESIGN
Jamie Alexander Andrea Roberson CONTRIBUTORS
Summer is also vacation season, and if you’re looking for a magical experience, our feature on Disney planners is the perfect resource. These dedicated agents are virtual encyclopedias of Disney knowledge, and can take all the stress out of booking your next family adventure. And our summer issue wouldn’t be complete without some delicious recipes to keep you satisfied and cool. Loaded with fresh, local fruits and veggies, these dishes are sure to be crowdpleasers at your next backyard gathering.
Jamie Alexander Brad Golliher Ben Hoak Marlys Mason Danny May Taryn Norris Dana Peveler Katie Pickens Melody Ann Wallace Lora Wimsatt FOUNDER
Jason Tanner jason@tannerpublishing.com
In addition to all of these exciting stories, this issue also features our annual Home Guide. From home improvement projects to building your dream house, our pros have you covered. Need financing help from an experienced mortgage professional, or a top-notch realtor to help you navigate the real estate market? Look no further than the tips from our local experts. So, readers, whatever your summer has in store, there’s something for you inside this issue of Owensboro Living!
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JUNE JULY [08]
THE BUZZ
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THE REAL PEOPLE, PLACES AND EVENTS THAT SHAPE OUR COMMUNITY, BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE OWENSBORO TIMES
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FROM THE DESK OF...
CANDANCE CASTLEN BRAKE
FEATURES [16] CREATING MAGIC MEMORIES [22] AN IMMIGRANT’S PATH TO CITIZENSHIP [30] HEMP: A NEW FRONTIER IN KENTUCKY FARMING [34] HOLIDAY DRIVE-IN: A FAMILY TRADITION FOR OVER 40 YEARS
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SENIOR LIVING
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GARDENING IN YOUR GOLDEN YEARS
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HOME TIPS FROM THE PROS
THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR HOMEOWNERS AND HOME BUYERS
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THE STYLE
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GOTHIC FARMHOUSE
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THE GETAWAY
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36 HOURS IN HARRODSBURG
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THE DISH
SUMMER ENTERTAINING WITH FRESH PRODUCE
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THE SCENE
YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING IN AND AROUND OWENSBORO
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THE
BUZZ
BMS BAND PLAYS NATIONAL ANTHEM AT REDS GAME
Students from Burns Middle School’s band traveled to Cincinnati May 15 to play the National Anthem at the Cincinnati Reds Major League Baseball game versus the Chicago Cubs. Band Director April Yonts submitted an audition tape from a September performance at the Owensboro Convention Center, and the band was chosen to perform at Great American Ballpark.
OWENSBORO STUDENT CHOSEN AS NASA SCHOLAR Owensboro Community & Technical College student Kiean Washington has been selected to participate in the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars (NCAS) program June 24-28, 2019 at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. Designed for community college Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) students, the program provides participants with an authentic NASA experience and encourages them to finish a twoyear degree or transfer to a four-year university to pursue a NASA-related field or career. 8 OWENSBORO LIVING
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DIOCESE ANNOUNCES NEW CHANCELLOR The Diocese of Owensboro announced Tom Lilly as Chancellor and Chief Administrative Officer effective June 1, 2019. Lilly replaces Kevin Kauffeld, who announced in early May his resignation from the diocese and his acceptance of a position at Independence Bank in Paducah. Lilly, who has been President of Owensboro Catholic Schools since June 11, 2018, formerly worked for the diocese for 15 years as the Executive Director of the Catholic Foundation of Western Kentucky, and was the Diocesan Coordinator of Staff.
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SWEDISH MATCH ANNOUNCES OWENSBORO EXPANSION Swedish Match announced a $115 million expansion to its Owensboro plant. The expansion will focus on the ZYN product line, which will only be produced in Owensboro, adding 120 jobs. According to Swedish Match, ZYN is a safe alternative to a traditional loose leaf tobacco product. Monday’s ribbon cutting followed a two-year construction project. In 2017, Swedish Match announced a $40.9 million investment for the Owensboro facility that was expected to create 36 jobs. That initial projection was more than doubled over the following two years to exceed $100 million in total investments.
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JUNIOR LEAGUE ANNOUNCES GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS Junior League of Owensboro (JLO) has announced the winners of their Community Initiative Grants. Two local non-profits were awarded $10,00 each during a May 14 awards ceremony — CASA of the Ohio Valley and Owensboro Community Dental Clinic. Two students were also chosen as this year’s scholarship recipients — Anna Kimmel and Brooklyn Knight, each receiving a scholarship in the amount of $500. CASA of Ohio Valley will now have the opportunity to implement a Family Court Children’s Room. The Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) organization, who sees over 700 substantiated abuse and neglect cases in Daviess County each year, serves children ages birth to 18 years old. Oftentimes in these situations, the kids are in the same room as their offender. The grant will allow CASA to renovate a room in the judicial center to better accommodate the needs of the child victims.
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2019 BEST OF OWENSBORO LIVING AWARDS LUNCHEON
PHOTOS BY JAMIE ALEXANDER
2,260 members of our community let their voices be heard and cast their votes for this year’s Best of Owensboro Living Awards. 96 attendees representing 30 different organizations joined us at Reid’s Orchard on April 12 to celebrate with the winners on their much deserved awards. Thank you to Great Harvest Bread Co. & Cafe Owensboro for the delicious lunch, Welborn Floral for the beautiful arrangements, and to to Randy Lanham and Wayne Morris for performing. Check out Randy and Wayne’s website VolunteerOwensboro.com to learn more about volunteer opportunities right here in our community.
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PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
O W E N S B O R O H E A LT H
The Art of
HEALING
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hen a patient enters Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, whether it be their first visit or one in a series,
there are bound to be moments of anxiety, boredom or stress. Visiting the hospital isn’t exactly something people do for fun, but that doesn’t mean fun is off-limits during a visit.
The Owensboro Health Arts at the Bedside Committee
— a part of the Arts in Healing program — believes in the
will brighten their day and serve as a distraction from
power of art to help people heal which is exactly why the
everything else going on in their lives.”
Art Cart was created. Debbie Luttrell, Elizabeth McHenry and Deb Schrooten have collaborated to create a cart that is stocked with something for all ages and tastes. Patients at OHRH can choose to plant a seed, color, draw, paint or a
Debbie Luttrell, Manager of Volunteer and Guest
Services, concurs. “Anything we can do for our patients during their stay at the hospital to make them a little more
variety of other activities when the Art Cart pops into their
comfortable is great but, to have the opportunity to bring a
room.
little joy, is even better.”
Elizabeth McHenry, Volunteer Services Specialist,
has spent a lot of time thinking about how to fill the cart so that everyone can find something that will make them happy during an otherwise difficult time. “I hope the Art Cart brings our patients joy. Some of our patients can be
For Deb Schrooten, OHRH Volunteer, the Art Cart is
truly a labor of love. Deb will be taking the cart on regular rounds visiting rooms by patient or nurse request. Deb has volunteered at OHRH for several years and she sees the
here for a long time, and I can only imagine how difficult
value in this project. “It turned out really great. I’m excited
that might be. So, my hope is that the items on the cart
to get it out to our patients,” Deb said.
Patients at OHRH may contact the volunteer services department to request that the Art Cart visit them or to get items from the cart when it is not in service. The cart will run on Monday beginning at noon and on Tuesday and Friday starting at 8 a.m. but the volunteer services office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. to provide assistance with Art Cart supplies. If supplies are needed outside those hours, patients should speak with their nursing staff.
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FROM THE DESK OF... Candance Castlen
BRAKE PRESIDENT AND CEO, GREATER OWENSBORO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
For many professionals, their office tells a lot about who they are. Whether it’s certificates and awards, family photos, or treasured memorabilia, the items displayed around someone’s desk can provide a window into their personality. Owensboro is full of interesting business people with interesting stories. “From the Desk Of…” gives those people’s clients, customers, family and friends an inside look at where they work and what makes them tick. As President and CEO of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce, Candance Brake has her finger on the pulse of Owensboro’s business community. Whether she and her team are advocating for pro-business policies with government leaders, or putting on events to benefit local businesses, she manages it all from her glass-walled office on Third Street. Brake took a few minutes to tell Owensboro Living about what she keeps on and around her desk.
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MOTIVATIONAL READING
Brake turns to an inspirational classic on her desk each day: My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers. Given to her by former city commissioner Cathy Armor, the hardback book is more than just a daily devotional. In it, she keeps a program from her grandfather’s funeral — “He was my steadfast mentor” — as well as cards and photos from local business owners who have passed away. When she sees them during her reading, it’s a reminder that “as small business owners, they put everything they have on the line every day. This is why I do this,” she said.
FIRST BUSINESS CARD
Brake’s career has come full circle. Her first job out of college was as a community program manager for the Owensboro Chamber. Her business card from that job sits tucked into the corner of a framed photo from one of the Chamber’s annual celebrations she planned. She is standing next to astronaut Jim Lovell, who had come to speak at the banquet. “I spend a lot of time in the office with my work family,” she said. “I want it to remind me who I am, where I came from, where I’m headed and who I’m here to serve.”
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GUIDEPOSTS Brake also keeps several “guideposts,” or reminders of how to live and act. Rick Kamuf was a local farmer and Chamber board member who passed away unexpectedly two years ago. A “Be Like Rick” sticker posted on Brake’s desk helps her strive to emulate his selfless life. “He would call after every board meeting and say something positive,” she said. “I miss him so much.” Beside the sticker is a list of “Rules to Lead By” from Father Larry Hostetter, president of Brescia University (Brake’s alma mater). She also has easy access to several pages of a leadership philosophy developed by her brother, along with a framed photo taken by one of her favorite college professors, Dr. Francis Brown, of the temple walls in Jerusalem.
PAINTING OF 1954 DOWNTOWN OWENSBORO Hanging high on the wall above diplomas from Brescia University, Western Kentucky University and Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School of Government is a framed painting of 1954 downtown Owensboro, showing a lively business district with plenty of pedestrian and family activity. Former Daviess County Judge Executive Buzz Norris gave the painting to Brake when she served as Deputy Judge Executive under him in 1995. At the time, many downtown buildings were boarded up, and her goal was to bring the 1954 version back to life. Mission accomplished.
FAMILY AND BUSINESS MEMENTOS Several shelves also hold family and business remembrances from years past. Family photos include one from each of her two children’s high school graduations, along with a photo of her brother holding a large American flag at their father’s grave. Business mementos include a medallion from the opening of the Natcher Bridge, an article detailing an award the Chamber and Economic Development Corporation won when she served as a vice president, a photo of Dana’s groundbreaking at the Airpark in 1997, a Brescia hardhat from their expansion project, and a ceremonial brick from the Smothers Park grand re-opening on August 24, 2012. If you know of someone whose office we could feature in an upcoming issue, tell us about it at steven@owensboroliving.com www.OwensboroLiving.com
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BY TARYN NORRIS
Creating
MAGIC MEMORIES
E
ver wonder how to make the trip of a lifetime
rides, slowly perfecting their ideal Disney trip. After
work for your family? Maybe you’ve had that
months of research, Melissa took the leap in 2017
dream destination in mind, but you just don’t know
to make vacation dreams come true for her friends
how to make all those perfect details come to life for
and family by beginning the process to become a
your family. That’s where vacation planners come in.
certified travel planner. “It just felt right!” she said
Melissa Boarman and Langley Roby are both travel
of Key to the World Travel, an Authorized Disney
planners who can make your vacation dreams come
Vacation Planner (for more information about Key
true!
to the World, check out keytotheworldtravel.com).
Melissa Boarman is a certified travel agent with
For eight months, Melissa took an online course
Key to the World Travel – in addition to her primary
that covered topics like vacation and itinerary
profession as a hair stylist at All About You Salon
planning, Disney advice, and hotel rates. She also
& Spa. “I like helping people have a magical time,”
graduated from the College of Disney Knowledge, as
she shared. Melissa’s love of planning vacations all
the company specializes in Disney destinations. In
started when she and her husband went to Disney
addition to Disney destinations like Disney World,
World in Orlando, Florida for the first time in July
Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and Aulani Disney
2013.
Resort, Key to the World Travel also plans trips to
Universal Orlando and many other destinations.
For the next four years, Melissa and her family
would try new experiences, parks, restaurants, and
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In
January
2018,
Melissa
officially
began
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planning vacations. “I got into
when she heard that a friend
it because I LOVE to travel. It
used a Disney travel planner,
feels like I go to Disney all the
Langley found My Mickey
time when I’m planning other
Vacation Travel and the rest is
people’s trips.” Since 2013,
history! (For more information
Melissa has been to Disney
on My Mickey Vacation Travel,
eight times now and currently
check out mymickeyvacation.
has two more trips planned
com.)
this year!
To
designer, Langley completed
Langley Roby is a dream
designer
with
My
Mickey
become
trainings
on
a
a
dream
variety
of
Vacation Travel, as well as a
vacation-related topics. “My
full-time
agency provided a six-month
special
education
teacher at Apollo High School.
training
A
worked with a mentor in my
self-proclaimed
Disney
period
where
I
fanatic, Langley got into travel
company,”
planning
helping
She is also a graduate of the
friends and family plan trips
College of Disney Knowledge,
to Walt Disney World. After
in
researching
trainings
by
first
travel
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planning
Langley
addition
shared.
to
completing
with
Universal
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Orlando Resort, Sandals, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Marriott, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Carnival Cruise Line (to name a few).
On a day-to-day basis, Langley said the job varies
quite a bit. “I may get up at 5 a.m. to book dining for a guest, at 6 a.m. to book FastPasses, or attend webinars during the day to expand my knowledge. I am also a teacher, so I am very lucky that most things happen before and after school hours,” Langley said. There is no extra fee to use Langley as a dream designer, unless something outside of normal travel services is requested.
When it comes to the job description, Melissa shared
that her hours are whatever works with her schedule at the salon and the needs of her clients. “My services to plan vacations are FREE. It doesn’t cost anything to do a quote,” Melissa said.
If you are interested in vacation planning for your
family, the first thing to do is sit down and talk about your vacation expectations, including what time of year you’d like to go, what you’d like to see, and where you’d like to stay.
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are tailored to what their family wants out of their
overwhelming. Let a vacation planner handle it for
trip, not what I think they want,” Langley said.
you!” Melissa said.
“I do everything from start to finish,” Melissa
“I truly believe there is something for everyone
shared. “From the moment I book your first
within the Disney family of companies,” Langley
reservation, I do everything for you, from your
shared.
dining reservation, FastPasses, excursions, hotel
overwhelming, Disneyland is a great option…if
bookings, whatever.”
you want Disney-level service with a more tropical
Travel planners like Melissa and Langley assist
feel, Disney Cruise Line or Aulani in Hawaii
with hotel selection, room choice, ticket plan,
are absolutely incredible vacation destinations!
dining packages, itinerary, etc., tailored to your
Additionally, Adventures By Disney offers the
family’s needs. They are with you and your family
opportunity to vacation in destinations all around
every step of the way. If there’s an issue with a
the world.”
dinner reservation or your FastPass isn’t working
or whatever vacation-related problem you may have,
in planning a magical vacation, contact Melissa
you can contact your travel planner. All you have to
Boarman with Key to the World Travel at
do is show up and enjoy yourself!
270-925-7832 or m.boarman@keytotheworldtravel.
com, or contact Langley Roby at langley.wetzel@
“You call me, text me, and I’m there! All of
the stress is taken off of you. Disney can be very
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If Walt Disney World is too big and
If you or someone you know is interested
mymickeyvacation.com or 270-929-5264.
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PATH TO CITIZENSHIP Newly-sworn-in American citizen Atinuke Wilhite is full of gratitude, and counts each day as a blessing. It’s hardly what someone who has lived her life might think, but she continually and consciously reminds people. BY MARLYS MASON PHOTOS BY JAMIE ALEXANDER
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riginally from Nigeria, Wilhite was living in Nigeria with
housing and free food — was a blessing in her life. She served as a
her husband and four boys when, in 2003, her husband
dorm monitor and a secretary throughout her stay.
died. She said that caring for her boys became difficult,
Her time at OASIS was extended, but eventually she had to
but that God finally provided her with a job at Hope for HIV/AIDS
leave because she said there were more people who needed a place to
International, an organization whose mission is to motivate, educate
stay.
and mobilize communities in Nigeria to eradicate poverty, reduce
malaria and combat HIV/AIDS. Because of her hard work in this
helped me find a different shelter, which was the Pitino Shelter.”
organization, she was nominated to receive an award in 2013 from
the U.S. Ambassador in Nigeria.
depression, because she was unable to work and support her children
While working at the organization, Wilhite befriended a U.S.
in Nigeria. She was then introduced to River Valley Behavioral
volunteer working in Nigeria. This friend introduced her to a man
Health, where she stayed for only four days, because it was a program
from Kentucky whom she began communicating with. After two
where she had to remain on campus, and God had other plans for
years, she moved to Owensboro to be with him, but it did not work
her, she said.
out, and Wilhite found herself needing a place to stay due to her
circumstances.
familiar with her divorce and immigration case, to speak about
“But they didn’t just put me on the street,” she said. “They Upon moving to the Pitino Shelter, Wilhite began to battle
Wilhite was asked by her immigration attorney, who was
Wilhite ended up at OASIS Women’s Shelter in October 2014.
domestic violence to lawyers and judges from across Kentucky who
Unable to work due to not establishing permanent residency, and
were invited to a conference in 2015. At the conference, Wilhite talked
with nothing to her name, Wilhite began the process to establish
about her achievements in the OASIS program. Unbeknownst to her
permanent residency, and was denied.
at the time, one of the audience members was the non-residential
living director of OASIS.
Through counseling at OASIS, and everyone’s support for her,
she led by example during her stay. She volunteered to help others
at the shelter, because she truly believes that living there — with free
said ‘I have nothing more to say because she [Wilhite] has said it all,’”
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The director then met with Wilhite and said
they were going to appeal the process to get her green card (permanent residency).
More than that, Wilhite was asked to move
back to OASIS so they could work to appeal and hopefully get her green card and U.S. citizenship.
“By the glory of God, I was approved (for
permanent residency) in 2016,” she said. “As I went through all of these experiences, I did not let my boys know what was going on. I tried to remain strong. And all of the things I was able to do were not my power, not by my mind, not even by my righteousness; it is the grace of God. The grace of God is what kept me going.”
Wilhite said that at several points, she felt
like giving up, but that was when God showed up. Wilhite said that one night she was so upset at the Pitino shelter she cried herself to sleep and when she woke, God had put some good people around her to support her financially and show her hope.
Other moments have shown her that she is
not alone, though she believes they have been tests of her faith. “I believe in God for so many things,” Wilhite said. “I have seen the signs of God and wonders in my life.”
Once she received her green card, Wilhite was
able to work in the community at Home Instead Senior Care and the downtown Hampton Inn. She also began work to complete her GED.
At this time, Wilhite also moved into the
transitional apartments through OASIS. She saved money to get a one-room apartment on her own, and began saving to buy a car — even though she didn’t know how to drive.
“When you find yourself away without a
family, you have to be strong for yourself. Your kids are there looking up at you. You are an example for them. If I don’t stay strong for them, what type of example am I laying down for my kids?” Wilhite said. “As long as it is a legitimate thing, I am going to give all of my strength. I am not a quitter. I don’t quit easily. That is just how God made me.”
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“My passion is taking care of people. That’s what I love doing,”
Wilhite said.
In March of 2018, she heard about employment at Wendell
Foster, and began working solely at Wendell Foster as a direct support professional. After a few months, she was recommended by Wendell Foster staff and residents to become a house supervisor.
“‘I don’t think I can do that,’ I said, but they said ‘Yes, you can,
you can do this,’” Wilhite said. “I am glad I am here. People are very supportive here.”
Since then, she has moved from a one-bedroom apartment to a
three-bedroom house, which is where she lives now. She has not seen her children since 2014, although she video calls with them, and all four of them want to come to the United States. She applied for her citizenship, and in January 2019 passed the test and interview.
“They are so proud of their mom,” Wilhite said. “They call to
check on me, and they call to make sure I am fine. I have amazing boys. They are good children.”
Wilhite thanks the citizens of Owensboro for being so good
and supportive of her while she has been applying for citizenship. She said that the gifts she was given along the way — bus passes, free accommodations, opportunities and care — all contributed to her becoming a citizen.
As a citizen, she is now able to apply for a Habitat for Humanity
home, something she looked forward to while living at OASIS.
On April 24, 2019, Wilhite was sworn in and received her U.S.
Citizenship certificate in Louisville. She traveled there with Wendell Foster residents and some friends, and over 32 countries were represented at the ceremony of 100 people.
“It is a great achievement and I am glad now to be an American
citizen,” Wilhite said. “When they call out American citizens, I can now raise my hand and say I am one of them. This is a great achievement. People should not give up on their dreams. Trust in God and believe that all things are possible. He is alive and I didn’t do it all by myself.”
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OWENSBORO MEDICAL PRACTICE
Owensboro Medical Practice
ADDS EXPERIENCED UROLOGIST
B
located at 1200 Breckenridge St, Suite 201. By adding urology,
medical issues and to problem solve with the patient.
Owensboro Medical Practice continues to expand its reach as
the area’s largest independent multispecialty clinic.
talking to me -- not just looking at a computer,” Lewe said. The
time he spends with his patients allows him to incorporate his
oard Certified Urologist Dr. Robert Lewe has joined Dr. Kishor Vora’s practice in the Owensboro Medical Plaza,
Commonwealth Urology is accepting referrals, as well as
continuing with Lewe’s current patients.
“I am excited about joining with a physician leader who
I respect, and has the vision to create a situation where his physicians can practice medicine with dignity, and honor and the patients benefit from this,” said Dr. Lewe.
Lewe was recruited by Metropolitan Urology out of
Louisville in 2009, because they saw a need for the community. Lewe said that many patients from Owensboro were being referred to Louisville for minor procedures. He moved here then, and was a full-time urologist with Metropolitan Urology, and others rotated through.
In 2013, Lewe joined Owensboro Health Regional
Hospital. He currently serves as Vice Chief of Surgery at OHRH.
Lewe said that medical administrators and nurses at
OHRH have been supportive of his transition to private practice, especially Dr. Wathen Medley and Dr. Scott Reader, who Lewe said have both served as mentors.
Lewe said that he is a good listener with his patients, and
often spends one-on-one time with them to learn about their “When I go to see a doctor, I want them looking at me,
Bachelor’s degree in psychology when seeing patients.
Lewe is trained in the use of the da Vinci robot for
minimally-invasive urologic surgery, which he said is very beneficial to patients. These benefits include less postoperative pain, less pain medication, less blood loss and most patients recover much more quickly.
Currently there are two da Vinci robots at OMRH for the
six practicing urologists.
Lewe has two grown children, one who lives in
Owensboro and one attending college in North Carolina. He also has a fiancee who is a nurse, and his father lives with him.
“He is a retired nuclear physicist who worked in reactor
safety,” Lewe said.
Lewe also enjoys playing the guitar and played for six
years in a church band. He also enjoys building and flying radio-controlled airplanes.
Lewe is appreciative of the opportunity to continue
Of Lewe’s Board Certification by the American Board of
to practice in Owensboro and continue patient care for his
Urology, he said it was important to have this certification to
established patients as well as new patients at Commonwealth
treat patients with a variety of issues.
Urology.
“Most people think urology just deals with urine, but it
“The support I received from the other physicians helped
is so much more diverse,” Lewe said, listing kidney stones,
in making the decision to start my own practice,” Lewe said.
cancers of the bladder, kidney and prostate, sexual health
of both men and women, continence issues and pediatric
number is 270-691-1835. It is located at 1200 Breckenridge
congenital defects as several of health concerns he sees.
St., Suite 201.
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HEMP A New Frontier in KENTUCKY FARMING
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NOW THAT HEMP IS LEGAL TO GROW, KENTUCKY HAS A NEW CASH CROP WITH SEEMINGLY UNLIMITED POTENTIAL — IF THE APPROVED FARMERS CAN FIGURE OUT HOW TO HARVEST A HEALTHY CROP.
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The 2018 Farm Bill removed industrial
Clark says it was a lengthy and in-depth
hemp from the federal Controlled Substances
process to get their permit to grow. But since
Act. As soon as President Trump signed the bill
they were approved in January, things have
in December of 2018, Kentucky Agriculture
moved quickly. They received their license in
Commissioner
submitted
March, and plan to plant their first hemp rows
Kentucky’s hemp plan to the U.S. Agriculture
in late May, although April rain showers have
Secretary, making Kentucky the first state to
delayed their plans just a bit.
file its plan.
210 growers were licensed to plant up to
climate is perfect for this crop, which makes a
16,100 acres of industrial hemp in the Bluegrass
lot of sense, because it’s the same reason tobacco
in 2018. This year, the approved acreage jumped
grows so well here,” Clark said. Other farmers
to 42,000.
they’ve talked to say it takes 90-110 days for the
Ag Commissioner Quarles claims the
crop to grow. After harvest, it will hang in the
growth in the number of approved acres from
barn to dry for a few weeks. Then Kentucky
16,000 last year to 42,000 this year shows that
Green Hemp can sell to a processor.
Kentucky is rapidly becoming the epicenter of
the hemp industry in the United States.
hemp growers can apply for. One is for the
Three Owensboro residents are on the
floral part of the plant, or the bud, which is the
front end of this new wave of opportunity in
part of the plant used to make CBD oil. The
Kentucky agriculture. Robbie Clark owns the
second license is for the fiber, or stock of the
farmland that his grandfather started farming
plant, which is used for clothing, rope, plastic,
80 years ago in Ohio County. His friend, Chris
and wood substitute products. The third
Templeton, has an agriculture background
license is for cultivating seeds to grow more
in turf management, previously working at
plants. Kentucky Green Hemp applied for the
a golf course and currently for an ag business
floral license.
using plant technology to help local farmers
“We’re all proponents of CBD because of
fight plant diseases and produce better yields.
the health benefits,” Clark explains. “Each
Robbie and Chris also have a silent partner
one of us has so many friends and family
with the entrepreneurial spirit to round out
taking opioid type medications that can lead
their partnership. So together, the three friends
to addictions so easily. CBD helps with so
decided to try this new endeavor and formed
many things: inflammation, pain relief, cancer,
Kentucky Green Hemp, LLC.
arthritis, anxiety, and epilepsy. I like the idea
Ryan
Quarles
“It just so happens that Kentucky’s humid
There are actually three licenses industrial
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that this can help a lot of people, and it’s a great opportunity for
farmers, it’s less than 40 acres of hemp per grower.”
us to be on the front end of this growth. That’s what’s exciting
about it — everybody is new at this. We’re all learning as we
but if it seems a little risky, that’s because it is. For starters, no
go. We talk to other farmers and processors all the time, and we
one knows for sure yet what the market price will be for this
learn from each other. The way I see it, if we all succeed, the
first harvest. There’s no insurance for it, which means if the
sky is the limit!”
crop fails, the growers have no way to recoup their losses. In
“What I like about it,” Templeton says, “is being able to see
where our stuff (what we grow) goes. Not only are we helping people and making a quality product, but we can determine the end product ourselves, and we know how it will be used by the consumer. And the potential is … well, there’s nothing else like it. Can you think of another crop you can sell three different ways?”
Chris says he debated on doing something with hemp for
several years before partnering with Robbie and their silent partner. “My older brother lives in San Francisco, and is a
Robbie and Chris might make this all sound adventurous,
addition to the threat of mold, which is also a serious concern, the crop — if it survives and is able to be harvested — will be highly regulated. The Kentucky Department of Agriculture will test for THC levels two weeks before harvest. After harvest, the processor will also test the crop for pesticides and herbicides because CBD oil is a consumable. “The processor pays based on CBD percentage and poundage. So it’s to our advantage to grow a quality crop, but we’re just learning as we go this first
huge proponent of hemp. He’s been telling me for years about
time,” Templeton explained.
the uses for hemp and what the plant can do for agriculture.”
He added, “I like the fact that it’s a free market. We
CBD oil has exploded in popularity the past few years,
determine our selling price. But at the same time, the buyers
leading some people to fear the market is already flooded, but
are going to choose the best product. So the guys who are
Templeton says he’s not concerned. “If you do the math on the
growing the best product will be the ones who will be able to
acres allowed in Kentucky divided by the allotted number of
keep this going.”
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ith National Drive-In Movie Day being recognized
with dad; there wasn’t a finer person. You didn’t even
on June 6, Owensboro residents don’t have to go
know he was teaching you. It’s my mother’s now — she
far to celebrate. The Holiday Drive-In, located in Reo,
really doesn’t have any operational part of it, but it’s
Indiana, first began showing movies in 1955, but has
hers. I retired from what I was doing, and I just wanted
been operating under the current ownership since
to keep it (the drive-in) going.”
1978.
After experiencing years of popularity during
and fourth in 1992, and a fifth in 1995. The drive-in
the 50s and 60s, drive-in theaters took a downturn in
just recently added its sixth screen to increase the
the 70s. Darrell Moseley purchased the closed down
number of movies that could be shown to 12 in a single
Holiday Drive-In in 1978, and it is now one of the
evening.
oldest drive-ins in the United States still in operation.
After Darrell died three years ago, his wife Mary
just a small family business — we’re not affiliated with
Lou took over ownership of the drive-in. Darrell and
anybody,” Tim said. “It’s kind of a niche market. Every
Mary Lou’s son, Tim, their granddaughter, Brynne,
drive-in out there is unique to itself. We are unique
and General Manager, Georgia Decker, now oversee
because we can play so many movies at a time. After
the day-to-day operations.
we get this other screen going, we can play 12 movies a
night. We try to give a lot of variety.”
“Dad used to be in the theater business...I just kind
In 1980, the drive-in added a second screen, a third
“We’re just a mom and pop operation here. It’s
of grew up in it,” Tim said. “He sold theater equipment
and was pretty sharp at it. I always enjoyed working
the theater was going to continue operating was the
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decision by the market to switch from
still learning. She (Brynne) makes all
35mm film to digital projection, which,
the movies up for me and puts all the
according to Tim, is very expensive.
advertisements on.”
“We really didn’t have an option,
For the past four years, Tim and
if we were going to keep operating, we
the drive-in staff have worked hard
had to do it,” Tim said. “A lot of smaller
to complete a labor of love, which
theaters were getting grants and things
includes painting poles and screens,
to keep them going. The community
pressure washing, adding a new power
really supports us — they’ve always
source, updating the restrooms and
been there for us — so we’ve kind of
concession stand, as well as putting in
invested back into it.”
the additional screen and improving
film quality.
Tim appreciates the team concept
he, Georgia and Brynne have developed
over the years, and, with the new
said. “The ladies’ bathroom really
technology, he anticipates his daughter
needed an upgrade, and I’m sure the
being the third generation to keep the
patrons will appreciate it. When we
drive-in going.
started (updating) four years ago, we
“Everybody’s got their role — we
started at the front. We’re hoping to help
don’t have any titles or anything —
it flow a little bit better, increase access
whoever is around just does what needs
to get in and get people off the road. We
to be done,” Tim said. “Georgia is such
just have a couple more projects, and
a great person, and still loves it, and
then it’s lipstick after that.”
wants to keep it going. My daughter, I
hope she takes it and runs with it. There
located in Reo, which is named for the
is a whole different way to operate with
intersection of Rockport, Evansville and
the new equipment — my daughter is
Owensboro, helps the drive-in to draw
actually more in line with that. We have
traffic from various cities in Indiana
had some issues this year, and we’re
and Kentucky, including Evansville,
“It’s a 65-year-old facility,” Tim
As for the patrons, Tim said being
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Madisonville, Beaver Dam and, of course, Owensboro.
after Memorial Day this year.
“We are right at that intersection,” Tim said. “We
“When I was a kid, they kept it open year round,” Tim
are kind of centrally located between Evansville and
said. “But there’s just too many forms of entertainment
Owensboro. We don’t have a big draw like Louisville,
out there now and kids have ball games. Once school
but you put a lot of populations together, and we fall in
starts back, it just slows down. I like to open up in April
the center.”
and go through the end of September, but it’s cost me
Not only does the drive-in draw individuals and
this year. The weather has not cooperated for us; it’s just
families from other cities, it also attracts several church
rained so much, my field is torn apart. I’ve never seen
groups during the summer. Tim said that down the road
the drive-in this wet for this long.”
he would like to look into acquiring and showing more
This season, gates will open on Fridays and
Christian films. Although he said the movies can be
Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. and at 7 p.m. on Sunday, and
harder to get and are a little more expensive, he still has
movies will start it as soon as it gets dark.
an interest in showing the films.
please visit holidaydrivein.com/history.
Tim anticipates the theater being open full time
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Gardening in your
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arly on Saturday spring mornings, I carry a pot of good strong
levels, and boosts the immune system.
coffee out to the front porch and start planning my garden.
By the time that pot is empty, I have a good idea where and
bruised and blistered. Beware of heat. Start gardening early in
Comfortable gloves will keep your hands from getting cut,
how things will grow this year.
the cool of the morning, take breaks, and avoid dehydration by
I know this season is going to challenge all of my skills,
drinking plenty of water. Coffee and other caffeinated drinks are
because with just a teensy bit of neglect on my part and a whole
good while you are planning, but they actually dehydrate your
lot of rain on Mother Nature’s part, the side yard now looks a lot
body while you are working.
like the Brazilian rain forest, and not in a good way!
Not too many years ago, making all this right again would
have been a short day’s project. Now that job will take me a whole weekend, and maybe even part of the next one.
I’ve accepted the fact that I’m just not as young as I used
to be, and that to continue going at the former pace just might kill me, or at the very least, send me hobbling to the hospital. But I refuse to stop doing what I love, especially when the health benefits are so great.
THE HEALTHY BENEFITS OF GARDENING
Gardening can lower stress and cortisol levels. Stabbing the
dirt with a shovel, or yanking weeds, roots and all, provides the
Gardening strengthens muscles, increases stamina and
flexibility, and can help us manage chronic pain. The bending, stretching, tugging and balancing has an aerobic effect on our bodies. The gripping and pulling increases hand strength, and can help with arthritis.
Additionally, the more active we are, the less we notice
everyday aches and pains. But don’t overexert. Don’t be like me and go at it like Edward Scissorhands. I can assure you, the bad weeds will be there tomorrow. Take your time, breathe in the fresh aromas of the flora, set small goals, and reward yourself as you reach them!
There’s something to be said for getting your hands in the
perfect outlet for pent up frustration we all carry. The economic
dirt. The bacteria, Mycobacterium vaccae, found in soil has
and dietary benefits of growing and eating your own food
been known to help with digestion, and reduce the symptoms of
certainly don’t hurt, either!
allergies, asthma, and psoriasis. Some studies show the bacteria
can also make us feel happier by reducing anxiety! Seeing a
The Vitamin D we get from being outdoors increases
calcium levels, which strengthens bones, helps with serotonin
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GARDENING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS
Okay, so you’re convinced you want to garden, but how do you
do that safely with limited mobility? Thankfully, there are wonderful alternatives to traditional gardens!
Raised plant beds are a great option. They are easy on the knees
and back, providing a comfortable ledge on which to sit, plant or weed. They can be purchased as a kit, built from your own design, as small raised carts that hold just what you need, but not more than a wagon full. When choosing your plant beds, make sure to design them high enough that you can comfortably sit on the edge on both sides and
issues! Consult your local garden supply store nursery to browse the various aids and ergonomic designs. There are garden carts that have places to sit, but also hold tools. Stools with wheels or without; stools that swivel for those who like to lean while they garden; aprons that hold everything from cell phones and tools, to eggs! There are tools with long handles, curved handles, long — curved handles, grabbers, and knee pads of all varieties, some even with bars that you can use to push yourself back to a standing positon! If vision is a challenge, buy tools with bright handled grips that can be seen easily in grass or soil. If you have tools you like, wrap colorful tape around the handles. You
reach the middle. Leave enough room for canes, walkers or wheel
can even use old pool noodles with tape and soften the grip of your
chairs, and place benches where possible for even greater ease. Don’t
favorite tools if necessary.
forget your fencing. Pesky critters shouldn’t get to enjoy the fruits of
your labor before you do!
supplements, gym memberships, and workout equipment; if you love
gardening, why not invest in it, and ultimately, yourself?
Seeds and seed tape are inexpensive alternatives to starter plants,
Gardening improves overall health. We invest in nutritional
too. However, if hand mobility is a challenge, larger plant starts may
be easier to manipulate.
see weeds that need pulling, a plant that should probably be moved, a
bush that needs pruning, or something that needs picking. I’ll breathe
Container gardens and upward planting such as trellises are easy
I’m sure this Saturday, I’ll sit on the porch sipping my coffee and
on the back, knees, and hips, as well.
in that wonderful earth smell, whisper “thank you” to Mother Nature,
and plan the next project.
There are gardening tools designed just for those with mobility
DANA PEVELER is the executive director of the Senior Community Center, located at 1650 W. Second St., Owensboro. The Center offers activities, services and resources for people age 60 and older. Visit www.seniorcenterodc.com or call 270-687-4640 to learn more.
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Home Tips from the pros THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR HOMEOWNERS AND HOME BUYERS Buying, building, or modifying a home can be an intimidating, difficult road to navigate. Owensboro Living wants to make it less stressful on our readers so we’ve asked the experts to share their top tips to simplify the process. Sit back, relax and keep this guide handy as you break ground on a new home or projects around the house this spring.
AMERICAN MADE
TIP:
Central Vacuum systems are the only true way to get (and keep) the dirt out of your house. The second best option? A vacuum with multi-stage filtration systems. Some of our household vacuums have 7-stage filtration. Perfect for allergy sufferers!
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BIO:
The most important factor in running a successful business is providing a product you can trust. Now in our third and fourth generations, we have expanded our vacuum selection to offer dozens of American products. This was John & Earlene Docimo’s focus when they became the new store owners in 2015.
FUN FACT:
In 1901, Hubert Cecil Booth invented a large vacuum called the Puffing Billy.
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TIP:
Why should you use a general contractor? Your new construction or remodeling project will usually require the expertise of multiple trades (carpenters, electricians, plumbers, painters, etc.) Unless you have a good amount of experience in construction, scheduling, quality inspection and prescreening, projects can become overwhelming. At Holland General Contracting, we bring in a level of expertise and subcontractor familiarity that will help you proceed through the project with less anxiety.
BIO:
Holland General Contracting has been doing business in Owensboro, KY for over 40 years, and serves customers throughout the Southeast region of the United States. We specialize in both residential and commercial projects. In addition, we also operate a full service mill for all your custom woodworking needs. With over 40 years experience in the construction industry,Holland General Contracting supplies a comprehensive range of building services, including residential and commercial building projects, building design, new builds, internal and external property development work, facility maintenance and office refurbishments to name a few. Whether you are building a custom home or remodeling, you can rest assured knowing it is going to be a pleasurable experience with Holland General Contracting. We will take care of orchestrating the myriad of details for each owner. This creates a smooth and graceful transition from blueprints to move-in day, providing a deep level of comfort throughout the entire process
FUN FACT:
Holland Millwork & Laminate, which was originally known as the Owensboro Planing Mill, is a complementary business to the construction company. The Mill, which was purchased by the Holland family in 1988, has been operating in the Ohio Valley region for over 100 years and continues to provide custom woodworking, cabinets and countertops of all kinds.
TIPS: Walk through your home and video all of the interior, and then store it in a safe place. In the event of a loss, and under the stress of that, it is sometimes hard to remember what we had. You can look back through the video and see the picture on the wall or the chair in the corner. A home mortgage is the biggest debt people will have in their lifetime and 90% of those homeowners know that they need life insurance to cover that debt. But only 45% of them have enough life insurance to pay off their mortgage at death.
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The JDQ Building 2625 Frederica St, Suite 1B, Owensboro, Ky 42301 270-926-4438
BIO: Worth Insurance Group, Inc is a Kentucky based family-owned insurance agency that has been in business since 1979. Licensed in Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, Ohio, Illinois and West Virginia, Worth Insurance Group offers auto, home, business, life, employee benefits, and financial services with the same core values on which John L. Worth founded this agency in 1978. His expectations for himself, his children, and his agency family have evolved into our mission statement: “We’re not just making a living, but making a difference with people through serving God; by protecting what He has entrusted to our clients and loving, support, and equipping each other to do the work God has given us.” 48 OWENSBORO LIVING
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TIPS: Our tips on selecting a real estate agent, and why you should choose one.
1. Experience Anyone can call themselves an experienced real estate agent. But, can they really? As a buyer or seller, that’s what you need to know. The sale or purchase of a home is a big deal. An experienced agent should have a consistent track record of successful transactions over a lengthy period of time, a rolodex of happy clients and a list of references ready to hand over.
RYAN RUTMAN Realtor Team Leader
CHIVONNE RUTMAN Marketing Client Care Realtor
2. Globally Recognized Firms Firms like RE/MAX represent professionalism and productivity. When you align yourself with a high end brand, you know you are being served by the best of the best!
3. Market Knowledge An agent should be able to speak about their market with utter fluency. If they cannot give you an educated and thoughtful answer, then you probably need to keep looking for a more knowledgeable agent.
4. Negotiating Skills Transactions typically have some complicated components and require refined negotiation skills. You’re hiring an agent to get you the best value for your hard earned dollar. Make sure they represent you!
5. References Any agent should have a list of references available to you should you feel the need to perform some due diligence.
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BIO: We are not concerned with us, we are only concerned with you, our customer. Our goal is to not just meet your expectations, but to exceed your expectations. We are not a real estate transaction agency, we are a real estate relationship agency that helps our customers buy and sell real estate. We work as a team to ensure your real estate goals and objectives are met with the highest level of commitment and service.
FUN FACT: 5.34 million existing homes were sold in the U.S. in 2018.
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TIPS:
What to look for in an insulation contractor: 1) That the company specializes in insulation — this will ensure that you are given the right recommendations/ solutions for your specific area. 2) Experience — you want to look for a company who has established a proven track record of excellent results and top-notch customer service. Social media is a great place to start your search — check reviews, page activity, etc. 3) Variety of products — look for the company that offers more than one type of product — not every project is the same, you want to be sure you are offered the correct product. 4) Continuing education and development — you want to make sure you choose an insulation contractor that not only stays current with continuing education, but one that is constantly striving to offer the best products and most innovative solutions available.
BIO:
It is our goal to make your home as comfortable and efficient as possible! We can help you with that by adding proper insulation to your space — whether that is your existing home, new construction project, commercial building or pole barn — no job is too big or too small. We offer a variety of insulation from blown in products to spray foam. Another way to achieve maximum comfort is to ensure that the air you and your family are breathing is clean. Not only do we clean ductwork, we offer a special service — Aeroseal. This seals leaky ductwork from the inside. In addition to providing cleaner air, it also makes your home more energy efficient by keeping the conditioned air INSIDE the home rather than allowing it to escape through the ductwork in the attic or crawl space. Our services not only keep you more comfortable, but can potentially save money on your energy bills! Call us today for a free evaluation!
FUN FACT: 2310 West 2nd Street (270) 314-1691
Did you know that Owensboro Insulators owner, Matt Purcell is a thirdgeneration construction industry professional? He has had the benefit of being involved in construction from a very young age, he grew up building homes with his father and grandfather.
TIPS:
Q: What is the difference between a Pre-Approval and Pre-Qualification? A: A Pre-Qualification is simply the estimate of how much you can probably afford to spend on a home. A Pre-Approval is a verification of your personal and financial information, by the lender, giving you a concrete idea on what you can afford to spend on a home. Realtors prefer a buyer to have a Pre- Approval letter from their lender before they begin showing them homes.
234 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY 42301 (270) 240-2828
BIO:
While new to the Kentucky market, Ruoff Home Mortgage has been making the dream of home ownership a reality since 1984. They are recognized as the number one mortgage lender in Indiana and one of the fastest growing mortgage companies in the country. Since Ruoff Home Mortgage started expanding, naturally Owensboro was ideal, with a flourishing housing market and continued local growth. Ruoff Home Mortgage opened their branch in downtown Owensboro in Summer 2018, and built a team with an impressive 70 years of combined experience helping local home buyers. Ruoff Home Mortgage has Purchase and Refinance products to meet the borrowers needs, from Conventional to Government Programs, Construction and Renovation Products and many others.
FUN FACTS:
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TALK TO TYLER TIPS: 1. Lighting is everything. “When selling a home, natural lighting makes a huge impact. Make your home brighter by cleaning all your windows. Open your blinds and draperies for showings. In addition to natural light, be sure to have fresh bulbs in all lights.” 2. Smells sell. “Scents stimulate memories and can help sell your home faster. Fresh scents, such as lemon and other citrus, are best, but cedar and vanilla make for a homey feel as well.”
BIO: Tyler was named the 2019 Realtor® of the Year. He takes every opportunity he can to give back to the community. He has been awarded People’s Choice Awards for both Dancing With Our Stars (benefitting the Boulware Mission) and Lip Sync Battle (benefitting Puzzle Pieces). He has been elected to serve as the 2020 President of the Aid the Homeless foundation, benefitting seven local homeless shelters. He continues to be a Top Producing Agent at L. Steve Castlen, REALTORS.
(270) 925-6247 www.tylershookman.com L. Steve Castlen, REALTORS®
FUN FACT: Tyler’s favorite thing to do is stage and decorate homes for his clients. “The gratification of transforming a space is one of the most satisfying aspects of my business!”
TIPS: Make sure to call 811 before you dig. Not getting underground lines marked can be a costly mistake. When you decide you want to build, make sure you get an estimate for land clearing, site grading, and drainage. These could all be potential pitfalls when building.
8470 Mulligan Road • Owensboro, Kentucky 42301 Gary Murphy 270-929-6283 • Jamie Murphy 270-929-2987
BIO: Murphy Excavating is a local, familyowned excavating company that strives to meet the needs of individuals, farmers and businesses within Daviess County and the surrounding areas. We provide a wide variety of services, including site work, land clearing, demolition, concrete removal, pipe work, trucking, building lakes, and mowing and landscaping. Murphy Excavating prides itself in preserving the land and meeting customer needs with efficiency, timeliness, and creative solutions.
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Home Tips from the pros
TIPS: “First impressions count,” says Angela Clark. The same goes for selling your home. Angela’s top 5 tips: 1. Upgrade the interior with fresh paint. I recommend neutral greige in a matte finish. (Ask me for my favorite paints colors) 2. Let the light in: Clean windows inside and out. Remove screens and store them away. 3. Remove non-essential items from countertops. Remove silk plants. Remove personal photo collages. The goal is help the new owner to visualize their life in the home. 4. Put your home on stage. Staged homes sell up to 50% faster and for up to 9% more! 5. You can do this! With expert guidance from a seasoned, knowledgeable Realtor as your guide, your home sale can be simple & successful.
BIO: Angela Clark is the Owensboro Kentucky real estate professional with 22 years of experience. Every day Angela helps transform lives through the place you call home. When you are ready, Angela Clark would be honored to be your guide thru the complexities of real estate. Energetic with a sincere “can-do” attitude, Angela works diligently for her clients’ best interest. ANGELA CLARK
2017 Realtor of the Year, Angela holds the prestigious real estate designations of CRS, the Certified Residential Specialist; GRI, Graduate of the Realtors Institute, among her professional awards.
FUN FACT: 2934 Frederica St • Owensboro, Kentucky 42301 Cell: (270) 929-4022
TIPS: JMJ’s biggest tip for families starting the building process is to choose the right builder, and understand all items in the contract you are agreeing upon. Building a home is a big undertaking, and having trust in your homebuilder is key in having a stress-free experience. Building an energy-efficient home may cost more now, but save you an abundance long term. Homes that are built with high quality, energy saving products will lower your energy bills significantly.
On average, Owensboro home owners live in their home for 6 years. (That’s a lot of moving!)
E-Mail: jmj@jmjhomes.net Website: jmjhomes.net Phone: (270) 683-7100
BIO: JMJ Custom Homes is a family owned and operated business with more than 25 years of experience. We offer start-to-finish solutions for every project. Rick Bivins, owner, also offers complete design services. Our fullservice residential construction company is committed to designing a home that exceeds clients’ expectations, while ensuring each home is built with top contractors and quality materials. Founded by Rick Bivins, JMJ Custom Homes is a welcome change for many home buyers looking for a more personal experience in the custom home building process.
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TIP: Remodeling a kitchen is a major decision, and can be a big investment. Using a quality cabinet, and avoiding particle board and MDF construction, will ensure that your cabinetry will stand the test of time.
BIO: Cabinets Unlimited is your locally owned and operated kitchen and bath supplier that has proudly served the Owensboro community for the past eight years. We are a small business that was started with the idea of providing a solid wood cabinet at a reasonable and affordable price. This has allowed us to grow into the premier cabinet supplier we are today.
FUN FACT: You don’t save money by having to do it twice. Come see us the first time and save yourself the time and trouble (and probably a marriage).
2930 Frederica, Owensboro, KY 42301 (270) 240-5136 • OwensboroCabinets.com
TIPS:
Gathering inspiration for your remodel plans helps the designer and project manager. It’s always good to research inspiration photos (of kitchens, baths, etc.) of what you like before the initial consultation. Houzz.com, Pinterest, and our galleries found on jrcsi.com, along with magazines, can be helpful in gathering ideas.
BIO:
At J&R Construction, we are an award winning, family-oriented, design/build, home remodeling company serving the Owensboro area and surrounding counties. We specialize in kitchen and bath remodeling, room additions, basement remodeling or finishing, decks/ porches, and whole house remodels. We love what we do, and strive to ensure every client enjoys the process of remodeling. We strive to provide the industry’s best customer service and quality first, because to us, relationships matter. Each client will work alongside a professional interior designer. They will help you visualize what your remodel will look like, and help bring your vision to fruition. They are there to “hand hold” you through all shopping and selections. In addition to the designer, you will have a project manager to oversee the implementation of that vision. We utilize an online system that keeps our clients in the know during the project. This allows for open communication between the client, designer, and project manager. All of your decisions will be accessible, along with the project schedule, and the ability to track the major milestones of your remodeling project.
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151, Owensboro, KY 42303 Phone – (270)570-2891 • jrcsi.com
Thank you for allowing us to serve you, for it is your business that is the future of our company.
FUN FACT:
The owner still holds the high school pole vault record in his hometown, at 14 feet 6 inches. Also, the company was just ranked #7 in Kentucky for Kitchen Remodeling Companies. www.OwensboroLiving.com
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Home Tips from the pros TIP: The three most important things in real estate, used to be LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Today, the three most important things in real estate are PRICE, LOCATION, CONDITION.
BIO: Rose Realty has been doing business in Owensboro since 1999 and has also served in Daviess County and several surrounding counties. Sellers and buyers trust our reputation and have trusted us when we have handled their transactions from start to finish. Call today for professional real estate service.
FUN FACT: Our company is the second generation of Castlenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in real estate.
2315 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY 42301 (270) 926-4203
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GOTHIC Farmhouse A UNIQUE, QUIRKY CENTERPIECE IN RURAL DAVIESS COUNTY BY KATIE PICKENS
You may see a lot of farmhouses in the local
the 3,800 square-foot gothic farmhouse to life.
area, but one thing you won’t see many of are gothic
farmhouses—a unique style of home that Jeff and
perusing various flea markets, street vendors and home
Sherrie Harris are proud to call their own. In fact,
interior stores to find centerpieces, talking points and
the home is so unique that it even made its way into
pops of color for their home.
American Farmhouse magazine’s April/May edition.
for, for about three or four years, that’s what is in this
While the steeply sloped tin roof and the all-around
Self-described “collectors,” the Harrises spent years
“The culmination of everything we went pickin’
gorgeous scenery that surrounds the home certainly
house,” Jeff said.
make it a vision on the outside, it’s the unique, colorful
and historical artifacts inside the home that really bring
four years ago, and hired Preston Shea of P. Shea
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Design, out of Franklin, Tennessee, as the architect
that?’” Jeff said of Sherrie’s antiques she’d bring home.
to help bring their vision to life. After the building
process began, it took about a year for the home to
uses for most of her treasures and collectibles. Lanterns
be completed, and the Harrises are now closing in on
made of popsicle sticks, flamingo wallpaper and floral
their one-year anniversary with the breathtakingly
curtains were all part of Sherrie’s vision.
beautiful farmhouse.
However, Sherrie found decorative and functional
“I like to get kind of quirky things,” Sherrie said.
The home sits on 20 acres of land, and the
“I like to mix mid-century, with modern, with country.
Harrises own five horses that graze throughout a
I wanted everything to have soul to it. Everything has
fenced-in field in the couple’s front yard, creating a
some sort of meaning.”
serene and picturesque image as you look out from the
home’s wraparound porch.
Ashley Elder of Rosemary Home, and then recovered
with new material.
Wooden floors throughout the open-concept
Older chairs were picked out by designer Lauren
kitchen and living space are made of reclaimed oak
from a mill in Ohio, Jeff said, and the paint-chipped
record collection beside one of the home’s four
beams that are placed throughout the same area came
fireplaces, and Sherrie was able to use her childhood
from a warehouse that had collapsed behind Sun
curtains in the mudroom.
Windows.
our house,” Sherrie said.
Vintage collectibles and personal items the couple
The couple’s history is showcased with a vinyl
“When I was little, these were the cafe curtains in
has held onto are placed strategically throughout the
home to reflect the homeowners’ personalities and
hues, and wouldn’t be complete without a retro velvet
to tell a story. Street art collected by Sherrie over the
Elvis canvas and felt wallpaper lining the walls.
years fills the walls, while a horseshoe made of family-
owned jewelry adds color and pizzazz to a bookshelf.
build of the home, and did a lot of handiwork of his
own.
“I basically said, ‘What are you going to do with
A half-bathroom on the main floor features dark
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The design of the home was inspired, in part, by the famous
Harrises grandchildren. Each bed is covered in throw pillows from
1930 American Gothic painting, prompting the Harrises to have
different walks of life, all the while maintaining the eclectic balance
modernized American Gothic photos of themselves taken, which
that makes the home both homey and unique.
hang in the front hallway next to the original.
“This is our funny take on the actual painting,” Sherrie said.
includes a wooden ceiling, a refinished double-sided partner desk
The master bedroom is what Jeff calls “his favorite room” from
from decades past, and a decorative corner display that holds some of
Jeff ’s office — one of his other favorite rooms in the house —
an architectural standpoint. 22-foot high ceilings adorned with
Jeff ’s childhood lunch boxes.
wooden beams and enormous church lights create an awe-inspiring
view from the ground below.
times, the couple has plenty of space for their dogs to play, their
grandchildren to visit and their collective creativity to unfold.
“[The store owner] decided to go out of business and sold them
While the building and design process was tumultuous at
to me for a price I could afford,” Sherrie said.
all in stride very well.”
Upstairs, a loft space holds five beds — one for each of the
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A L L E R G Y & A S T H M A S P E C I A L I S T S , P. S . C .
Sneezing Through the Summer
WHEN A COLD COULD BE ALLERGIES S
ummer allergies can strike at any age, mimicking a cold.
• Escalating symptoms? If your symptoms evolve you
With temperatures in the 80s, no one wants a runny nose
might have a summer cold. Colds evolve, usually starting
and non-stop sneezing to put a damper on vacation plans and
with a stuffy nose, throat irritation and low grade
outdoor festivals. While many blame their symptoms on a
fever. Next comes the sneezing and a runny nose, with
summer cold, it could be something much more.
thickening mucus.
“Many people think of spring and fall as hay fever
• Green or clear? Colored mucus probably isn’t the most
season, but allergies can also strike during the summer,”
pleasant symptom you want to think about. Mucus that
said allergist Dr. Lee Clore, Allergy & Asthma Specialists,
turns yellow or green is often thought to indicate an
PSC. “Depending on weather patterns, allergies can be more
infection, but could also be seen with allergies. Clear
elevated during the summer than other seasons. For example,
mucus can be with either the common cold or allergies.
rainfall and humidity can promote mold growth.”
• Have an itch or wheezing? Itchy eyes, throat, and nose,
According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma
along with sneezing, usually mean allergy. If you also
and Immunology (ACAAI), the most common allergy triggers
have asthma, you might be more likely to have an allergy.
during the summer months are grass pollens and mold spores.
An estimated 75 to 80 percent of asthmatics also have an
In fact, mold can be more bothersome than pollen. Mold
allergy.
spores are everywhere and commonly outnumber pollen grains in the air even when the pollen season is at its worst.
but they can be. Both can progress and lead to other health
Adults that have never before had allergies can fall victim
Summer colds and allergies might not seem serious,
this summer. This sudden case of adult-onset allergies can be
complications.
easy to mistake for a cold. Allergies can often disappear within
childhood but return several years later.
certified allergist for proper testing, diagnosis and treatment.
Cold and allergy symptoms can often mirror one another.
While there is no cure for seasonal allergies, an allergist may
Dr. Clore and the ACAAI have put together the following
prescribe immunotherapy, also known as allergy shots. This
questions you can ask yourself to help rule out cold or allergies:
form of treatment can put you on the fast track to relief and is
• Symptoms for two weeks? If you answered yes, you more
known to modify and prevent diseases progression.
If symptoms are persistent, you should see a board-
likely have allergies. While colds might seem to linger
forever, they are not as persistent as allergies.
relief self-test, visit www.AllergyAndAsthmaRelief.org.
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THE
CENTRE FAMILY DWELLING HOUSE
GETAWAY
36 HOURS inHarrodsburg
BY BRAD GOLLIHER
PHOTOS PROVIDED BY HARRODSBURG/MERCER COUNTY TOURIST COMMISSION
K
entucky’s first settlement has come a long way since its frontier founding in 1774. The first permanent settlement west of the Allegheny Mountains and the coolest place in
FRIDAY
4pm: Step into the world of the Shakers when you check in at the
history, Harrodsburg, a Preserve America Community, has been
Inn at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill surrounded by 3,000 acres
named one of the “10 Most Beautiful Towns in Kentucky” by
of rock walls, rolling pastures and historic spaces. A 72-guestroom
TheCultureTrip.com, one of the “50 Best Small Town Downtowns
inn located in 13 restored Shaker buildings is comfortably
in America” by Best Choice Reviews, one of “5 Hidden US Travel Destinations” by BBC NEWS magazine and one of the “20 Best Small Towns to Visit” by Smithsonian Magazine.
Harrodsburg celebrates its pioneering past in its attractions,
history, architecture – even shopping. With a picturesque setting amidst four National Register Historic Districts in the heart of
appointed with Shaker reproduction furniture, original hardwood floors, memory foam mattresses and spectacular countryside views.
Take a guided or self-guided tour of The Historic Centre to
learn all about the Shakers, their daily lives, their work, their values and their worship. Gain insights into their fascinating world by strolling through the many original 19th century
Kentucky’s famed Bluegrass region, Harrodsburg offers plenty to
structures.
see and do, including many new reasons to visit.
practices and how we ensure that the resourceful, imaginative
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items, Shaker reproductions and many other fine Kentuckymade crafts.
Or take a fossil hike, learn about beekeeping, go trundling
into the fields on a hayride or enjoy a variety of hands-on workshops. 7pm: After a day of exploring, stroll over to The Trustees’ Table — just steps from the garden gate. For dinner, dine on hearty Kentucky foods and Shaker recipes. Sample Shaker Lemon Pie, cakes, tarts or special desserts are made daily in the bakery. Dining at The Trustees’ Table is a celebration of Shaker Village’s roots with seasonally-inspired dishes prepared with straight-from-the-garden ingredients. 10pm: Finish off your night at Lemons Mill Brewery & Taproom — the first tavern in the area since before the 1920s. Quench your thirst with a flight of craft brews made on site.
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SATURDAY
9am: Start your morning checking out downtown Harrodsburg, a National Register Historic District with a streetscape reminiscent of an earlier time. Most of the preserved buildings within this area date back to the 1880s and 1890s. Sit a spell in the café at the Kentucky Fudge Company, a fun stop with an original soda fountain, and browse the early drugstore memorabilia on display. Find local and regional artisan-made crafts at shops, and bargains galore at area antique shops. 10am: While on Main Street, visit Olde Towne Park, which features a sculptured 14-by-32-foot cascading fountain. This unique creation of public art was inspired by the scenic
OLD FORT HARROD CANDLEMAKER
palisades found along the Kentucky River located along the eastern border of Mercer County.
Stop in Dedman Drugstore, built in 1860, a unique property
that retains all of the original cherry cabinetry. Admire the stained-glass windows and cherry paneling, which enclose the pharmacist’s station.
Step back in time at Vicki’s Mayo Country Store, a century-
old general store brought back to life, with live entertainment most weekends. 12pm: Hungry? Visit the Olde Bus Station, a former Greyhound Bus Station and home of local foodie fave, the Big Daddy Burger. 1pm: After filling your belly, tour the Olde Towne Distillery, located at the Beaumont Inn — the first distillery in the U.S.
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to produce Hemp Moonshine, an official stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®. Sample a taste of their premium flavored moonshines and blended whiskeys made locally in Harrodsburg, KY. 3pm: Head back to the Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill for a quick rest before taking a trip back in time on the historic Kentucky River aboard the sternwheeler Dixie Belle. You will marvel at the river’s high limestone cliffs and untouched natural surroundings as the excursion takes you under High Bridge, an engineering wonder built in 1807. 6pm: Make a reservation and savor a taste of history at the Beaumont Inn. Built in 1845 as a prestigious girls’ school, the fourth and fifth generations of the same family operates the inn, which enjoys an international reputation for its excellent service and Southern hospitality — landing them a James Beard America’s Classic award. Three onsite restaurants – the Main Dining Room, Old Owl Tavern and Owl’s Nest Lounge – each have a different menu and vibe, and over 100 bourbons. Feast on traditional Kentucky fare like “yellow-legged” fried chicken, corn pudding and two-year-old country ham. 8pm: Attend a performance of an exciting outdoor drama under the stars about Kentucky’s first settlers, or enjoy toe-tapping music on Saturday evenings at the McAfee Jamboree, featuring music and talented performers.
SUNDAY
10am: Grab breakfast featuring dishes made of seasonal ingredients from the garden and local farmers at The Trustees’ Table before absorbing the history of Kentucky’s oldest settlement, Old Fort Harrod State Park. Learn about fort life by exploring a live animal corral or by visiting with costumed craftspeople as they carry out the chores of the state’s early pioneers. Observe blacksmithing, broom making, weaving, woodworking, tin smithing and doll making demonstrations. Browse through the Mansion Museum, which displays an outstanding collection of Kentucky and Indian artifacts, Civil War relics, music boxes and a Lincoln collection.
If genealogy is more your thing, the Harrodsburg Historical
Society is a worthwhile stop. The society’s headquarters is located in Morgan Row, believed to be the oldest row house standing west of the Alleghenies. The genealogical and research library contains rare books and documents, maps, family and subject files, census records and material dealing with the early history of the area. For more information, contact the Harrodsburg/Mercer County Tourist Commission, HarrodsburgKy.com. 66 OWENSBORO LIVING
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THE
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Summer Entertaining WITH FRESH PRODUCE
Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the time of the year when we get to enjoy fresh, local produce. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing some outdoor entertaining this summer, these recipes are a great way to help make things memorable for you and your guests. Each recipe uses produce that is fresh in the summer season, meaning you get to enjoy the flavors at their very best. With this list of recipes, you can spend less time planning and more time with great food and conversation.
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WATERMELON FRIES WITH COCONUT LIME DIP Watermelon is an essential of summer! If you want to serve something a bit more exciting than the typical fruit tray at your next party, this is a great dish to try. These easy-to-dip watermelon fries are cool and refreshing, but also have a nice kick to them. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a perfect healthy treat for a hot day!
1 small seedless watermelon
Mix spices together in small bowl.
1/4 cup plain yogurt
Cut watermelon into small fry-like strips (make
1 tablespoon coconut milk
sure you remove the rind).
1 teaspoon honey
Place watermelon fries in a medium-sized mixing
1 lime
bowl. Squeeze 1/2 of a lime over the fries and
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
gently toss to coat them. Pour in spice mix and
1/4 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon coriander
gently toss again. Lay your coated fries out on a serving platter or plate. In a small dip bowl, mix yogurt, coconut milk, honey, and 1/2 teaspoon of lime juice. Top the dip
1/8 teaspoon salt
with 1 teaspoon lime zest (you can also top with
Optional: shredded coconut
shredded coconut if you prefer). Serve cool!
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SPICY FRIDGE PICKLES
Did you know you can make your own pickles without having to can them? Pickles are great any time of the year, but during summer, when the local cucumbers are fresh, you get a taste and crunch that are unmatched. These spicy pickles are great for a snack (or on a hamburger if cut into chips) and the amount of spices used can be completely adjusted to match your own taste. The brine in this recipe should make 2-4 jars of pickles, depending on your jar size.
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BRINE 4 cups water 2 cups white vinegar 2 tablespoons pickling salt 1 teaspoon sugar
Chop pickling cucumbers into spears (or small chips). Fill each jar with the jalapeĂąo, crushed red pepper, garlic, dill, and peppercorns. Add the cucumber spears to the jar (leave a little room for brine). Pour all the brine ingredients into a small saucepan and bring to a
PICKLES
boil.
Note: ingredients listed per jar Pickling cucumbers 1/2 jalapeno 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 3 whole garlic cloves (peeled and lightly smashed with a knife)
Once the sugar and salt dissolve, remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Pour the brine over the cucumber spears, covering them completely. Seal with an airtight lid and place in the refrigerator overnight.
7 sprigs fresh dill 1 teaspoon peppercorns
NOTE: Pickles should be ready to eat after 24 hours, but to get the
Optional for extra heat: 1-2 tabasco peppers
best taste, I recommend refrigerating them for a week before eating.
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They should then be good for at least an additional 6 weeks.
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BLACKBERRY BOURBON SMASH
Berries are another staple of summer! This blackberry bourbon smash is a simple recipe for summer parties that your guests are sure to love. If you want to save time, the syrup can be made ahead and chilled. This drink is also delicious garnished with mint or lime, so be sure to give that a try! BLACKBERRY SYRUP: 1 cup fresh blackberries 1/2 cup water 1 cup sugar (can substitute with 1/2 cup honey) BLACKBERRY BOURBON SMASH: 2 oz. blackberry syrup 2 oz. bourbon 2 blackberries (plus more for garnish) Small splash of lime juice 72 OWENSBORO LIVING
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Bring all syrup ingredients to a boil. Let boil for 6 minutes before pouring syrup into a storage jar through a fine mesh strainer. Let cool. In a short tumbler, muddle the two blackberries before topping with the syrup, bourbon, and splash of lime juice. To cool the drink down, top the mixture with ice before rolling into another glass then back to the tumbler. Serve cool. www.OwensboroLiving.com
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FAMILY
OWENSBORO REGIONAL FARMER’S MARKET June 4 – November 2 | 1205 Triplett Street Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 a.m. – noon; Thursday Evening Market, June 13, July 11, and August 8 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. May 15 thru August 28, a satellite market is also located at the Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, 1201 Pleasant Valley Road, on Wednesday from 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Both locations have parking lots for your convenience. All vendors accept cash, most will accept personal checks, and some will accept credit/debit cards. The Market also accepts SNAP/EBT payments as well as credit cards. More detailed information is available on their website. Check it out!
MOTORSPORTS ART CAMP
MOVIES ON THE RIVER
June 4-8 | Owensboro Museum of Fine Art A FREE camp where children will design and paint cars to be raced during the Owensboro Motorsports Festival in August. Please call the museum for information (270) 685-3181.
June 23 and July 14 | RiverPark Center Join us for Movies on the River where families come together for FREE movies and fun on the riverfront! Concessions will be available, please do not bring coolers, pets. Family fun night! Ralph Breaks the Internet will be featured on June 23, and Mary Poppins Returns will be featured on July 14. Movies start at 7 p.m.
JOE FORD NATURE CAMP June 5, 12, 19, 26; July 3, 10, 17, 24| Joe Ford Nature Center If you love learning about nature, things in nature, and being surrounded by nature, the Nature Camp program is for YOU! We have a lot of exciting things planned as we start the new Nature Camp programs in 2019. You may sign up to attend any or all of the programs held on Wednesday, June 5th. Camp programs 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. will be our younger campers 7-10 years of age and 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. for 11-13 years of age. If you are a Junior Naturalist, each program that you attend, you will receive one credit toward your Junior Naturalist status. After you receive twelve credits, you are officially considered a Junior Naturalist. For more information email JFNCdirector2017@gmail.com. Register online at www.joefordnaturecenter.com. Camp size is limited to 20 campers per time, so be sure to schedule before camp fills up. 74 OWENSBORO LIVING
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PRESERVATION STATION MARKET DAYS July 6-7 | Preservation Station Held the first full weekend of every month. Sat. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. with over 100 vendors of antique, vintage, handcrafted, and boutique items, live music, and food. Preservation Station Market and Event Center, 9661 Hwy 56. Also open daily Tues-Sat 10 a.m. -5 p.m. and Sunday Noon -5 p.m. Call 270-993-7532, go to visitpreservationstation.com, or find us on Facebook.
2019 DAVIESS COUNTY LIONS CLUB FAIR July 10-13 | Daviess County Fairgrounds The 2019 Daviess County Lions Club Fair will have more shows, more attractions, free music and community fellowship! Save the dates. www.OwensboroLiving.com
SCHOOL’S OUT SCIENCE CAMP! July 22-26 | Owensboro Museum of Science and History LEGO IMAGINEERS / 1st-2nd Grades: Put your imagination to the test as you build, design, & engineer using these favorite construction tools-LEGOS®! MASTERS OF DISASTERS / 3rd-4th Grades: Students will explore, through experimentation and simulation, the most dangerous phenomena that nature has to offer; the students will learn about their causes, their prevention, and how we have adapted to them! AMUSEMENT PARK PHYSICS / 5th-6th Grades: Zooming
coasters and whiling wheels, investigate that physics behind some science defying amusement park rides! Price is $175 for the week / OMSH members receive a 10% discount.
FREE STORYTIMES Mondays & Thursdays | Daviess County Public Library Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m. (270) 684-0211 or dcplibrary.org.
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FORMULA DRIFT TRIKE COMPETITION June 8-9 | Diamond Lake Resort Come check out this unique event. Drifting Trikes are the latest trend! Bring your own Trike! Rentals will not be available for the competition. We will have racing as well as Formula Drift Competition! All events are open to the public, so come join us! Stay later & try your own luck on our 3 awesome Go-Kart tracks! For questions related to this event, please call us at the office – (270) 229-4900.
PARENT & CHILD GOLF SCRAMBLE June 15-16 | Ben Hawes Park/Hillcrest Golf Course Dads, Moms, Grandparents, bring your sons and daughters or grandchildren out to play in this annual favorite. Play anytime within your own group. Trophies will be awarded for Top 3 Finishers in each division. Call the pro shops for more information: (270) 687-7137 and (270) 687-8717.
BOULWARE MISSION GOLF SCRAMBLE FUNDRAISER June 21 | Ben Hawes Golf Course Four person Golf Scramble! Register your team today! Team Entry fee: $425 per foursome (tax included). Entry fee Includes: 18 Holes plus Cart for 4; 1 Mulligan per player – 1 Skirt per player; Breakfast & Lunch; Gift Card & Gift Bag per player 7 a.m. registration with 8 a.m. shotgun start.
STOP DROP AND RUN 5K July 6 | Moreland Park Stop Drop and Run 5K race is for the community to support the Owensboro Professional Firefighters Local 870 Union Benefit Fun. We use these funds to meet community needs during a fire, provide for local firefighters during their time of need, and provide support and services to raise awareness and safety.
2ND ANNUAL OWENSBORO STREET SOCCER 46TH ANNUAL DUST BOWL July 19-28 | Kendall Perkins Park BOWL June 17-23 | Legion Park
The Dust Bowl is a 9-day outdoor basketball tournament
To register contact Owensboro Parks and Recreation at (270)
with 14 divisions of boys and girls, 3rd and 4th grades and
687-8700, Nikos Agisilaou (270) 314-8157, or Christakis
under, through men’s and women’s (for all ages). There is
Agisilaou (270) 929-5648.
a $200 entry fee, and double elimination all divisions. This
Divisions (3): Middle School, Ages 10-13; High School,
exciting annual event includes basketball games, music, gospel
Ages 14-17; Adult Open, Ages 18+. Each team is guaranteed
night, kids’ day, community service recognition, exhibitors,
3 games with rosters of 10 players max (5v5). For more
vendors, and concessions. This event is FREE and open to the
information, check us out on Facebook. Get registered now!
public. For more information, visit the Dust Bowl website and
If you don’t want to participate, come on out and enjoy a good
Facebook for more details! Mark your calendars for the “best
time watching the teams!
basketball in the tri-state”!
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BROKEN ART June 21 | Owensboro Convention Center Join Owensboro performance painter Aaron Kizer as he paints four live paintings at the Owensboro Convention Center. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 and available for purchase at KizerArts.com.
GENE WATSON AND HIS FAREWELL PARTY BAND June 2 | Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum Gene Watson, masterful country stylist from Houston, Texas has been thrilling audiences for more than 50 years. Watson’s tally of 75 charted titles, 23 top-10 hits and 6 number-one records has led to membership in the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame. Radio listeners are still transfixed whenever classics like “Farewell Party,” “Fourteen Carat Mind” or “Love in the Hot Afternoon” are played. Considered one of the finest pure-country singers of his generation Watson offers up one of the best traditional country shows in the business which you will truly enjoy.
ROSINE BARN JAMBOREE June 7 | Rosine Barn On the National Register of Historic Places, the Rosine Barn offers live bluegrass music & dancing every Friday night. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. There is open mic from 6-7 p.m., then the Show starts at 7 p.m.! For information please contact 270-363-9425. Bring your lawn chair for when seating gets scarce!
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PORCHFEST 2019 June 8 | Griffith Avenue This one-day open air music festival will take place down Griffith Avenue between Frederica and Robin Road on Saturday, June 8, 2019! PorchFest 2019 will celebrate community togetherness and music. This event is free and open to the public and suitable for all ages. PorchFest will focus on highlighting the friendly neighborhood and local musical talent. There will be dancing and listening as music lovers stroll down Griffith Avenue to enjoy multiple acts on “stages”. PorchFest invites the audience to stroll freely from “stage” to “stage” to enjoy great musical talent. 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!
BRET MICHAELS WITH COREY SMITH IN CONCERT June 8 | Beaver Dam Amphitheater Beaver Dam Amphitheater proudly presents Bret Michaels with special guest Corey Smith on Saturday, June 8, 2019. Doors open: 5:30 p.m. – Show: 7 p.m. Rising to fame as the front man of Poison, one of rock’s most iconic and enduring bands, he helped define the rock ‘n’ roll scene on the Sunset
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Strip. Their massive success includes selling over 30 million records worldwide and numerous hit singles.
This is a family friendly event, great day trip from Owensboro with a short scenic 20-minute drive!
KANSAS “LEGENDARY ROCK BAND” IN CONCERT
ROMP FEST 2019
June 8 | Sportscenter Iconic classic rock band, KANSAS will be in concert on Saturday, June 8 at 8 p.m. With a legendary career spanning more than four decades and a catalogue that includes fifteen studio albums and two one million-selling gold singles, “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind,” KANSAS continues to remain a fixture of classic rock radio. Tickets are $49, $69, and $95. Purchase online at OwensboroTickets.com, at the Owensboro Convention Center Box Office, or charge by phone at 270-297-9932.
SHREK! THE MUSICAL, JR. June 14-16, 21-22 | The Empress This youth version of the popular musical features students of Grades 3-12 in a fun filled production sure to be a hit with families! Wacky characters, colorful costumes, and music by Jeanine Tesori combine for a delightful trip to fantasyland. Tickets are now on sale online or by calling TWO box office (270) 683-5333. Advance tickets are $20 adults and $18 students, $2 surcharge for all tickets purchased at the door.
ART BY THE STARS GALA June 15 | Owensboro Museum of Fine Art The event is a showcase of art by local celebrities and will include entertainment and auction. For information or to make reservations, please call the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, (270) 685-3181.
OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW WITH MOLLY TUTTLE June 15 | Beaver Dam Amphitheater Since their humble beginnings busking on New York street corners, the band has gone on to receive the honor of being inducted as members of the Grand Ole Opry, and have won two Grammy Awards: “Best Folk Album” for Remedy (2014) and “Best Long Form Music Video” for Big Easy Express (2013). Tickets are on sale online or by calling the Beaver Dam Tourism.
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June 26-29 | Yellow Creek Park Headlining the initial lineup release are Hall of Fame members Ricky Skaggs and Del McCoury. Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder will feature special guest Patty Loveless. Also appearing are bluegrass/folk-rock favorites Trampled by Turtles and Americana music icon, Steve Earle. Early bird tickets are now on sale online at Rompfest.com. 4-Day tickets are currently available at the discounted rate of $150 through Sunday night, then prices increase to $165. Onsite tent and RV camping passes are also available. Children 12 & under are free. Don’t wait, get your tickets today!
SUMMER SHORTS 2019 July 19 | Trinity Center One of TWO’s most popular traditions features a collection of original one-act plays in their WORLD PREMIERE! 13 new plays have been selected from submissions from around the country, and even internationally, to be presented in this exciting festival. SUMMER SHORTS is divided into two programs: GROUP A and GROUP B. Six plays will be performed in GROUP A, the remaining selections with GROUP B. The two schedules will be featured on alternating nights. In order to enjoy all these fine new works, you must purchase a ticket to both groups. Tickets in advance to SUMMER SHORTS 2019 are $18 for adults and $12 for students.
MAMMA MIA! PRESENTED BY ENCORE MUSICALS July 20-21, 27-28 | RiverPark Center ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. A delightful musical performance you will truly enjoy featuring Owensboro’s very own amazing local talent.
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FRIDAY AFTER 5 June 7-August 30 | Owensboro Riverfront Friday After 5 is the award-winning, summer-long series of free outdoor concerts held every Friday on the eight-block, stunningly beautiful Owensboro riverfront. The festival includes live bands, family events, food trucks and entertainment. Our signature “Toast to the Sunset” takes place right on the riverfront at every Friday After 5. There are five venues of entertainment, plus a fun, kid-friendly street fair and costume characters. Friday After 5 has been named a “Top Ten Summer Festival” in Kentucky. Free! Family! Friends! Fun! Detailed information on schedule and venues is available on the Friday After 5 website. Visit fridayafter5.com and the FA5 Facebook page!
OMG!CON June 7-8 | Owensboro Convention Center OMG!con is returning to the Owensboro Convention Center bringing together anime, video games, tabletop, and general fandom for a weekend of fun and excitement! There are special guests (such as voice actors and artists), dealers (for getting those hard-to-get merchandise), and events (like cosplay and video game tournaments.) Visit omgcon.com for registration, hotel and other additional helpful information to make your visit fantastic!
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DAZZLING DAYLILY FESTIVAL-BALLOONS OVER THE GARDEN June 22-29 | Western Kentucky Botanical Garden This event features daily activities for all ages, including hot-air balloon rides! A cruise-in car show will take place on June 23. Refreshments will be presented by US Bank Chefs with recipe samplings of the US Bank Cookbook.
ALL-AMERICAN 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION July 4 | Owensboro Downtown Riverfront The City of Owensboro invites the region to downtown Owensboro’s riverfront to celebrate the All-American Fourth of July on Thursday, July 4. The annual celebration will include food vendors along Veterans Blvd and live music at McConnell Plaza throughout the evening. To cap off the evening, the skies above the Ohio River will light-up with the City’s largest fireworks display downtown with some of your favorite patriotic music at 9:15 p.m. The City encourages guests to arrive early to set-up your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening full of entertainment for the entire family. This is a free patriotic event for friends and families to come enjoy a freedom celebration!
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BY LORA WIMSATT
y house never looked like those photographs in magazines.
contents all over the floor, stuffed animals staring desperately
There were always dirty dishes in the sink and laundry
thumb-tacked to the wall, curtains askew, closet door open
at their surroundings with shiny, shoe-button eyes. Posters
overflowing from the hamper.
to reveal a crazy tangle of hangers, clothes and shoes. The
bed is barely discernable as such, looking more like an
The kitchen cabinets were full of those plastic cups that
we picked up for free at ball games and expos, and if more
enormous heap of blankets and pillows.
than three people were eating at one time, the silverware
Thank goodness the doors were still on their hinges.
didn’t match.
Keeping them closed was my only hope for sanity – and the
Not that it was “silverware” anyway.
kids’ only hope for survival.
And that was assuming you could clear away the books,
And yet, when I think back on those years, the messy
junk mail, and all the other miscellaneous litter from the
house is not what I remember.
dining table to have an actual meal together in the first
I remember Family Game Night, when we gathered
place. Most of the time, everyone just ate in the living room
around a board game, laughing and talking, rolling the dice
– usually from a pizza box or a drive-through bag – while the
and counting out spaces, cheating like mad but not really
kids argued over what to watch on TV.
caring.
When company (dared to) stop by, there was a mad rush
I remember listening in silence and handing my kids a
to shove all the clutter under the couch cushions or hide it
tissue as they poured out the ache from their broken hearts.
behind the shower curtain, and I “dusted” the coffee table
I remember cheers and hugs as good news was celebrated,
with my sleeve as I stumbled toward the door.
whether it was successfully wobbling down the street on a
The bathroom sink was buried under a jumble of
bicycle without training wheels, a good grade that had been
toothbrushes, hair dryers, make-up, deodorant and acne
earned the hard way or a team that had won a championship.
cream, and the edges of the bathtub were lined with at least
I remember the Thanksgiving the cat jumped on the table
four different bottles of shampoo, plus conditioner, body
and started nibbling on the turkey, and set her tail on fire
wash and three razors … with a damp bath pouf hanging
when it drifted too close to a candle – just one of dozens
forlornly from the faucet.
… no, hundreds … of “Remember when?” stories that we
still share from the years my children lived and grew in our
The kids’ rooms could have been graded on the EF scale,
or maybe the Richter. Tornado or earthquake: That was the
house.
biggest question, except for maybe “What is that substance
that appears to be alive and growing in the corner?”
that was never picture-perfect, never beautiful …
Clothes scattered everywhere, bookbags spilling their
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