John Kirkpatrick

1 month ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

Madison Wells is on a mission — one fueled by love, loss, and a drive to bring awareness to a virus most have never heard of. Wells, an Owensboro native, has been accepted as a charity runner for the 2025 New York City Marathon. She’ll be running in honor of her daughter, Ruth, who passed away at just 7.5 months old due to complications from congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV). “I told my husband after my first marathon that I would only ever do another if it really meant something to me,” Wells said.

1 month ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

Beginning June 3, the Owensboro Museum of Science and History will open its doors on Tuesdays. Museum officials said the expanded weekly schedule will give families more opportunities to “beat the heat and explore the museum this summer.”Located at 122 East 2nd Street, the museum will now be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Admission is $5, while children ages 2 and under get in free.

1 month ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

The Owensboro Dust Bowl is back for its 52nd year, promising another summer of community, competition, and celebration at Kendall-Perkins Park from July 18–27. President Rippo Hinton said this year’s event includes several new additions, including a men’s dunk contest and a 3-point contest for high school athletes. The Men’s Open Division will feature a $2,000 cash prize for the champion, with a $250 entry fee and a 15-team maximum.

1 month ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

The Bulldog Art Camps are back for a second year and expanding their impact, offering hands-on creative experiences for elementary students while uniting dozens of artists, volunteers, and businesses from across Owensboro. Organized by Estes, Cravens, and Foust elementary schools, the free camps will be held at First Christian Church, 700 J.R. Miller Boulevard.

1 month ago | owensborotimes.com | John Kirkpatrick

Daviess County Fire Chief Jeremy Smith has been promoted to the newly created position of Public Safety Director, a role designed to unify and strengthen the county’s emergency response systems. The appointment was made official on Thursday following approval by the Daviess County Fiscal Court. “This new role gives me the opportunity to forge stronger relationships with all public safety entities in the county,” Smith said.