Enjoy a day of fishing with your family on Saturday, June 5th. “Take a Kid Fishing Day” is a FREE event at Panther Creek Park. No fishing license is required to participate. Bring your fishing pole,…
KYTC outlines repair work on secondary highways
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) will resurface two rural secondary highways and repair a box culvert, if funds allow in the next fiscal year. KYTC Engineer Jason Ward outlined the three projects in a presentation to…
Lineup Announced for ROMP Bluegrass Festival
The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum has announced the lineup for ROMP. Celebrating its 17th year, the festival returns to Yellow Creek Park on September 15-18. Performers include: Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers, Robert…
Video: Treasurer on Budget Outlook
Daviess County Fiscal Court held a budget work session on Tuesday, April 27. Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the County remains in good financial standing and continues to deliver essential services. County Treasurer Jim…
Ribbon Cutting Held for Historic Truss Bridge
Daviess County leaders celebrate the restoration of the iron truss bridge at Yellow Creek Park. “We are excited to preserve this piece of history in Daviess County and complete the restoration work ahead of schedule,” said…
Farmers Market opens for the season
The Owensboro Regional Farmers' Market will open for the season on Saturday, April 17th. Hours are 8am to Noon at the market on Triplett Street. “We have a pavilion and a hybrid layout due to COVID-19. …
Fiscal Court approves addition of County Veterinarian
Daviess County Fiscal Court has approved the hiring of a County Veterinarian, as part of a larger effort to open a spay/neuter clinic at the Animal Shelter. “As we move forward, we found it harder and…
Meeting Recap: Fiscal Court considers zoning change
Daviess County Fiscal Court will consider whether to amend a zoning classification for 2116 Daniels Lane. On February 11th, the Owensboro Metropolitan Planning Commission (OMPC) voted 7-2 in favor of the zoning change, from R-1A Single…
County to seek grant for Tox Away Day
Daviess County will seek a state grant for a household hazardous waste disposal event. “We started doing this service three years ago,” explained David Smith, Director of Legislative Services. “It’s been very popular. It’s a chance…
Video: Truss Bridge Rehabilitation
Two 100-ft. long steel beams were delivered to Yellow Creek Park on Wednesday, March 17th. The beams will support the new deck of the iron truss bridge. The historic span provides access to the Nature Center…
Parks Department Accepting Shelter Reservations
Daviess County Parks & Recreation is accepting shelter reservations for the 2021 season. “We have plenty of shelters available for a lot of different events at both Panther Creek and Yellow Creek Park,” explained Parks Director…
Meeting Recap: County to seek utility assistance funding
Daviess County Fiscal Court will apply for utility assistance, as part of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) CARES Act. The Green River Area Development District (GRADD) will administer the application on the County’s behalf. If…
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