Daviess County spray parks will close for the season on Monday, September 18 at Panther Creek Park and Yellow Creek Park. The season had been extended for two weeks due to the hot weather. The Parks…
Extension for Spray Parks Due to Hot Weather
Two Daviess County spray parks will remain open indefinitely due to the heat and humidity. Bring the kids to Panther Creek Park or Yellow Creek Park to experience a free splash pad with water features. Daily…
Take A Kid Camping
The “Kids Outdoor Adventures” series will continue with Take A Kid Camping at Panther Creek Park. This free event is scheduled for Friday, October 20. Check-in will begin no earlier than 5 p.m. at the Feather…
India Festival & Cricket at Panther Creek Park
Experience the rich cultural heritage of India at Panther Creek Park on Saturday, August 26, 2023. The India Festival will feature food, dance, music, and a cricket tournament. Activities are planned from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00…
CSI India Fest & Cricket Tournament
Experience India’s rich culture through cricket, dance, music, and food. While cricket matches begin at 7:30 a.m., the final match and India Fest will occur from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. …
Flag Day Ceremony at Panther Creek Park
The Owensboro-Daviess County Veterans Organization held a Flag Day service at Panther Creek Park. President Pamela Smith-Wright says more than 1,000 American flags were respectfully retired through this ceremony. If you have a worn American flag,…
Flag Day Retirement Ceremony
An Official U.S. Flag Disposal Box is located in the main foyer of the Daviess County Courthouse. Deposit American flags that are faded or torn before the Flag Day Retirement Ceremony. Flags may also be taken…
Free Fishing Weekend in Kentucky
Find your fishing pole and head to the lake on June 3-4, the Free Fishing Weekend in Kentucky. You won't need a fishing license or a trout permit. Just make sure you still follow the size…
Spray Parks Open for 2023 Season
Daviess County Parks & Recreation will open spray parks for the summer on May 27, 2023, the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. Daily hours will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Horse Fork Creek Park,…
South Entrance of Panther Creek Park to Close for Repair Work
The south entrance to Panther Creek Park will be closed for repair and asphalt work, starting on Monday, April 17. No vehicles will be allowed into this section of the park, which contains the 18-hole disc…
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.…
Video: LED Sports Lighting at Panther Creek Park
A contractor is installing new LED sports lighting on Fields 4-5-6 at Panther Creek Park ahead of the spring tournament season. Parks Director Ross Leigh says the project will improve visibility in the outfield for night…

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