The Daviess County Fire Department responds to a wide range of medical calls, including water rescues. Lieutenant Al Wathen says recreational boaters should always have their personal flotation device, in case of emergency. Firefighters practiced several…
Fiscal Court: No Property Tax Increase in 2023
On Thursday, August 10, Daviess County Fiscal Court had the first reading of an ordinance establishing property tax rates for 2023. “The preference indicated to me was to leave all ad valorem rates the same as…
Theatre Workshop of Owensboro Day
Daviess County Fiscal Court has proclaimed September 8, 2023 as Theatre Workshop of Owensboro Day. The proclamation coincides with the opening of the 60th season and the production of 'NIGHT, MOTHER at Trinity Centre. For ticket…
Sheriff Highlights School Zone Safety
The Daviess County Sheriff's Office has prioritized school zone safety. Deputies are watching for traffic violations, including speeding and running red lights/stop signs. For the first eight days of the school year, drivers will see additional…
Urgent Need for Cat Adoptions at Animal Shelter
The Daviess County Animal Shelter is currently at full capacity with no empty cages for incoming cats. All fees have been waived for adult cats with a limit of two per household. For kittens, there is…
Kentucky Guitar Works at the Center for Lutherie
The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum will give visitors a first-hand look at how guitars and other string instruments are handcrafted. Kentucky Guitar Works at the Center for Lutherie is an upcoming project at…
Gary Cecil Recognized as Farmer of the Year
The Daviess County Farm Bureau held the 101st annual meeting at Reid's Orchard. As the "Voice of Agriculture," the Farm Bureau advocates on behalf of farmers and their communities. The local organization recognized Gary Cecil, who…
Contour Airlines Begins Non-Stop Service to Chicago
A new era of air service begins at Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport. Contour Airlines is offering daily jet service to Chicago with an introductory fare of $59 each way. All aircraft feature a minimum of 36…
New Per Diem Rate for Housing Federal Prisoners
Daviess County Fiscal Court has approved a new intergovernmental agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice for housing federal prisoners. The new per diem rate was negotiated with the U.S. Marshals Service by The Summerill Group.…
ACO World Championships of Cornhole
The American Cornhole Organization is bringing hundreds of visitors to Owensboro for a marquee event, the World Championships of Cornhole! Judge/Executive Charlie Castlen participated in a celebrity game with Mayor Pro Tem Mark Castlen. Special thanks…
Robbie Hocker to Retire as Solid Waste Manager
After 27 years of service with Daviess County Government, Robbie Hocker will be retiring next week as the Solid Waste Manager at the Landfill. Hocker was hired as the Assistant Manager in 1996 following a career…
Record Set for Longest Jeep Convoy in Kentucky
Daviess County Fiscal Court would like to recognize the Owensboro Off-Road Jeepers (OBOJ) for establishing the Kentucky record for the longest Jeep convoy of 556 vehicles. The record was set on the weekend of the Jeeps…
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