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Overnight Shooting in Owensboro Kills One, Injuries Another

Hospitals · Owensboro

Overnight Shooting in Owensboro Kills One, Injuries Another

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OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) - An overnight shooting in Owensboro kills one and injuries another. Owensboro police respond to a disturbance and firearm discharge call to Hughes Avenue North. Police arrived to find two people with gunshot wounds. Public Information Officer Mark Hammonds says, "One female victim was located inside the living room area of the apartment, and she was transported with what was reported to believe non-life-threatening injurie…See the Story

Iran's Failed Deterrence: Lessons for North Korea

Terrorism · Israel

Iran's Failed Deterrence: Lessons for North Korea

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

On June 13, 2025, Israel launched a military operation, called “Rising Lion,” against Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities, missile factories, air defense systems, and nuclear scientists. Another nuclear aspirant — and Iran’s key strategic partner — North Korea will have…See the Story

Crick represents Hopkinsville at Panther Creek

Golf · Owensboro

Crick represents Hopkinsville at Panther Creek

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Cole Crick was the lone golfer from Hopkinsville to compete in the 2025 Panther Creek Junior Golf Tournament, held June 26 at Panther Creek Golf Club in Owensboro.Read Article

Johnson recognized by Kentucky League of Cities

State Rep. DJ Johnson was recognized this week by the Kentucky League of Cities for legislation he sponsored — House Bill 321, which ultimately became law — to assist planning commission and board of adjustment members' training requirements.Owensboro · Owensboro Read Article

Crushin' It: Cox, Hardesty to launch new podcast based on social media series

At the end of May, Brandon Cox was inspired to start a social media series titled "Crushin' It" highlighting fellow Owensboro residents after a conversation with a former classmate.Owensboro · Owensboro Read Article

Big Rivers CEO says OMU's power supplier switch will benefit both entities

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The president and CEO of Big Rivers Electric Corp. said Wednesday Owensboro Municipal Utilities’ decision to switch to a new energy provider in 2027 will benefit both entities, and that the change will not affect Big Rivers’ presence in downtown.Owensboro · Owensboro Read Article

Tentative date set for full closure of Blue Bridge

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The start date for a months-long closure of the Blue Bridge in Owensboro has been tentatively set.Owensboro · Owensboro Read Article

Praying for the dead

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

If you are not familiar with the Catholic faith, praying for the dead might seem a little odd. And those who know we do pray for the dead might wonder why.Catholic Church · Owensboro Read Article

OCTC Surgical Technology program achieves 11-year streak of 100% pass rates

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) proudly announces that graduates from its Associate in Applied Science Surgical Technology program have maintained an unprecedented 100% first-time pass rate on the national certification exam for 11 consecutive years.Owensboro · Owensboro Read Article

Local student among Kentucky Wesleyan College graduates

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

Kentucky Wesleyan College awarded bachelor’s degrees and associate of science degrees at the 157th Commencement on May 3.Owensboro · Owensboro Read Article

OMU switching to new power provider in 2027

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Owensboro Municipal Utilities, which has purchased power from Big Rivers Electric Corp. for several years after getting out of the electricity generating business, will move to a new power provider in 2027.Owensboro · Owensboro Read Article

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