Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County is excited about the prospect of building its first subdivision. The dream of a larger neighborhood started with a $1 million investment by Daviess County Fiscal Court, upon the retirement…
Mattingly Target Shooting Range Open for 2023
Just 7 miles east of Owensboro, the Mattingly Target Shooting Range is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The facility offers Skeet, Trap, and a 14-station Sporting Clays course with no membership fees. Parks Director Ross…
Fiscal Court Welcomes New Firefighters, Highlights Promotion
Daviess County Fiscal Court recognized two new firefighters and highlighted a promotion at the regular meeting on March 9, 2023. Brian Cecil was elevated to Lieutenant with the Daviess County Fire Department, serving out of the…
Helicopter Prop Live Fire Training
The Daviess County Fire Department deployed the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) truck for a live exercise with a helicopter prop. The ARFF vehicle is stationed at Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport and can be operated…
First Responder Day at Innovation Middle School
Students at Owensboro Innovation Middle School are learning about disaster preparedness, including how to assemble an emergency kit and MRE (Meals Ready to Eat). The Daviess County Emergency Management Agency organized a First Responder Day with…
Reporting Structural Storm Damage & Open Burning Rules
Last Friday’s storm event resulted in widespread damage to trees and power lines along with some structures. Daviess County Fiscal Court has received several calls, asking if it is okay to burn storm debris, such as…
FEMA Flood Map Open House Set for March 14
Daviess County Fiscal Court will facilitate an Open House to provide information on the preliminary FEMA floodplain maps with the Kentucky Division of Water. This event is scheduled for Tuesday, March 14, 2023 from 5 p.m.…
Tarping Trucks to Reduce Roadside Litter
On an average day, the Grimes Avenue Transfer Station handles 600 tons of garbage! Eight semi-trucks are hauling four to five loads a piece to the Daviess County Landfill. Supervisor Brian Lanham says all loads are…
Compost Available in April at Landfill
The Daviess County Landfill produces over 1500 tons of Class I compost every year. It’s a beneficial reuse of leaves, sewer sludge, and some hay that is grown on-site, with the goal of diverting material from…
Video: How to Apply for a Passport
Are you planning that bucket list trip to Europe or the Caribbean? You must apply in-person for your first U.S. Passport. Visit the Daviess County Clerk's Office in Room 104 of the Courthouse. For a list…
County Parks Accepting Shelter Reservations
Daviess County Parks & Recreation is accepting picnic shelter reservations for April 1 - October 31. Shelters are located at Panther Creek Park and Yellow Creek Park. To book a space, visit the online reservation portal.…
Surgery No. 5000 Performed at Spay Neuter Clinic
Daviess County Animal Care & Control has reached a new milestone with the completion of 5,000 spay/neuter surgeries. The new clinic opened in July 2022 as a 1,900 sq. ft. addition to the Animal Shelter at…
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