John Kirkpatrick

6 days ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

Robert Osborne never imagined he’d spend nearly four decades behind a grill, but now, as the longtime owner of the Big Dipper, he can’t imagine doing anything else. Opened by his father George Osborne in 1954, the Big Dipper remains one of Owensboro’s most beloved roadside staples, offering old-fashioned hamburgers, pigs in a blanket, and ice cream — all served from a modest building along West Parrish Avenue.

6 days ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

A new Kroger Marketplace could soon be coming to Owensboro. The Owensboro Metropolitan Planning Commission voted Thursday night to approve a zoning request tied to the proposed development near Gateway Commons. The application was submitted on behalf of Senior Green LLC, which owns the 23.47-acre property located at the northwest corner of Hayden Road and Pleasant Valley Road. Engineering consultant John Campbell said the request was made in coordination with The Kroger Company.

1 week ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

From its storied origins as “Stirman’s Folly” to its modern-day mission of compassionate service, Haley-McGinnis Funeral Home has long been a fixture in Owensboro’s history. Now led by Megan Morris and her mother, Kay Everly, the funeral home remains proudly family-owned. Morris said it’s the only funeral home in town operated by a female president. “We’ve really just been trying to get it out there that it’s still family-owned — by my mother and me,” Morris said.

1 week ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

Downtown Owensboro will turn into a hub of shopping, music, and community spirit on May 22 as local leaders launch the first-ever Downtown Small Biz Crawl — a daylong celebration of the small businesses that bring life to the city’s riverfront district. From prize giveaways and pop-up shops to live music and social media contests, the event promises an energetic showcase of the entrepreneurs who keep downtown buzzing. The initiative is being led by Downtown Owensboro Inc.

1 week ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital hosted its 2025 Spring Leadership Conference on Wednesday, bringing together team leaders, executives, and special guests under the theme “Characteristics of a Winning Team.” The event focused on the evolving nature of leadership, culture, and excellence in healthcare — and drew inspiration from the world of college athletics.