A maintenance project will begin next week on the William H. Natcher Bridge over the Ohio River. Drivers should expect some lane restrictions and delays throughout the month of August. The William H. Natcher Bridge is…
Vehicle Inspection Fee Increase
The Daviess County Sheriff’s Office has notified residents of an increase in the vehicle inspection fee due to a change in state law. Effective July 15, 2024, the cost will be $15 for each vehicle inspected…
Three New Inductees for Agriculture Hall of Fame
The Daviess County Agriculture Hall of Fame has three new members. Ben Allen Burns was a grain/tobacco farmer and partner in the Burns Brothers farming operations. A graduate of Western Kentucky University, he taught vocational agriculture…
State Funding Awarded for Industrial Development Site
Kentucky Product Development Initiative (KPDI) funding will support a new industrial development site in Daviess County. The City of Owensboro, on behalf of the Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation, will complete due diligence studies on the…
I Love My KY County Art Contest
The Kentucky Association of Counties - KACo has launched an art contest for grades, K-8. Judge/Executive Charlie Castlen is inviting local students to submit their original artwork demonstrating why they love Daviess County! The submission deadline…
Fire Department Golf Scramble Supports Christmas Wish
The 10th Annual Christmas Wish Golf Scramble is underway at Ben Hawes Golf Course and Park. Firefighter Will McCrady says 32 teams are participating in the fundraising event, with a live auction to follow the scramble.…
Poll Workers Needed for General Election
The Daviess County Clerk’s Office is seeking additional poll workers for the General Election on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Eligibility requirements include being at least 18 years of age and a registered voter in Daviess County. …
Video: Lawn Mower Fire Safety
Keep your lawn mower clean and allow the engine to cool before storing to reduce the risk of a fire. The Daviess County Fire Department has responded to at least five structure fires this year that…
MPO Accepting Public Comments on Participation Plan
The Owensboro-Daviess County MPO is accepting comments on its new Participation Plan. The plan outlines how the agency will seek input from people who live and/or work in the county and keep them informed of its…
Fiscal Court Approves 2023 Daviess County Tax Rates
Fiscal Court had second reading and passage of the ordinance establishing the 2023 Daviess County tax rates. Treasurer Jordan Johnson said the Court proposed keeping all tax rates the same as last year with no rate…
Fiscal Court Approves Rural Secondary Road Recommendation
Daviess County Fiscal Court has accepted the recommendations of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet regarding the rural secondary road program. Approximately $420,000 will be designated for Kentucky Highway 140, between Nalley Road and U.S. 231 in southern…
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