WBKR-FM (Owensboro, KY)

WBKR is a radio station that plays country music and broadcasts on the FM frequency of 92.5 MHz. It is based in Owensboro, Kentucky, and provides service to areas in northwest Kentucky and southwest Indiana. The station is owned by Townsquare Media. Its transmission tower is situated close to Utica, Kentucky, along Kentucky Route 140. The studio facilities are located at 3301 Freederica Street in Owensboro.

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#258550

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#58402

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Why It’s Time to Stop Complaining About BBQ and Barrels in Owensboro

4 days ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

Okay. Hear me out. I think it's time to move on and stop complaining about the "International Bar-B-Q Festival." Look! I fully understand the nod and devotion to nostalgia. I am from Owensboro originally and remember that festival vividly. I remember it so well that I know it hasn't gone anywhere. A few years back, Owensboro's beloved International Bar-B-Q Festival underwent a bit of a makeover, a strategic rebranding.
Register to Win Tickets to Jon Pardi's 'Honkytonk Hollywood' Tour in Evansville

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

Country music star Jon Pardi is bringing his 2025 Honkytonk Hollywood Tour to the Ford Center in Evansville on Saturday, May 31st and we have an exclusive opportunity for you to win tickets. I speak from experience. You will want to go. Jon's a blast live!Last October, I had the chance to see Jon in a concert at Graceland in Memphis. He's a big St. Jude supporter and came to town to play a concert- with his full band (which included brass)- for the annual St. Jude Country Cares conference.
Your Ultimate Guide to Weekend Yard Sales Around the Tri-State

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Barb Birgy

This weekend, you can find hidden gems and great deals at sales all around the area. From clothing and furniture to toys and home decor, there's something for everyone. Happy Hunting!Here's the place to find all the garage and yard sales and estate sales happening this weekend! Every Thursday during the season, we provide a handy guide to help you along the way.
The Most Powerful Tornado in Kentucky History

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

Over the weekend, I was scrolling through Facebook and saw a post from Reed Timmer. Reed is an 'extreme meteorologist' and is one of my favorites to follow on social media. I have been obsessed with tornadoes since I was a kid and I live vicariously through Reed's expertise and abandon. In the post I saw, Reed shared raw footage from the May 3rd, 1999 tornado that barreled through Bridge Creek, Oklahoma through Moore and Oklahoma City. That tornado is THE strongest tornado ever recorded.
Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo Brings Her Gift to Evansville

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Barb Birgy

Get ready, Evansville! Theresa Caputo, the star of Long Island Medium, is coming to town! If you're looking for messages from loved ones, connect, heal, and witness her incredible gift LIVE. We have all of the exciting details.
How to Make Authentic Mexican Street Corn at Home

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

Today is Cinco de Mayo and we're celebrating with a delicious recipe for elote. If you're unfamiliar, elote is an incredibly popular and delicious Mexican street food. It's a grilled corn on the cob dish that will make your head spin. Patty Millay, from Owensboro, Kentucky, has whipped up this fantastic elote recipe. If you've never been adventurous enough to try making your own version of the dish, Patty's handy-dandy tips will guide you through it.
Register to Win VIP Pit Passes for Clay Walker Concert at BBQ and Barrels

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

The popular barbecue festival- BBQ and Barrels- is this Friday and Saturday in downtown Owensboro, KY. This year's two-day event will be capped by a FREE country music concert featuring 90s Country icon Clay Walker and up-and-coming country star Drew Baldridge. BBQ & Barrels gets underway Friday, May 9th and the streets of downtown Owensboro will be lined with church cooking teams, vendors, carnival rides and more. Here's a look at the official map and some of the highlights of the schedule.
Full Lineup & Dates

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

With the end of the 2024-2025 school year just around the corner, Malco Theatres is gearing up for an action-packed summer of $3 movies. The company just announced the lineup up 'Family Fave Films' and Midweek at the Malco. The Malco has been hosting this summer film series for decades and it gives kids the chance to see discounted movies throughout the summer. If you're looking for some fun and affordable entertainment, check out this year's schedule.
Kentucky’s Animal Protection Progress

2 weeks ago | wbkr.com | Barb Birgy

In a major step forward for animal welfare, Kentucky lawmakers passed House Bill 258, known as “Ethan’s Law”. The law, which was passed one year ago, makes the torture of dogs and cats a felony offense. Named after a rescued dog who survived severe abuse, the law imposes stricter penalties on those who inflict extreme pain or suffering on animals. Where are we one year later?
'Stuck' In The Moment: A Pleasant Steak Experience Gone Horribly Wrong

2 weeks ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

Okay, it wasn't a whole steak. But, it might as well have been. If you learn one thing from the internet today, let it be this. Chew your freaking food before you swallow it. Here's why you should take that advice from me. It's a delightful story that involves a gigantic piece of meat, a blocked esophagus, cow-like regurgitation, and paralyzing hiccups. Last Tuesday evening for dinner, I was enjoying a delicious New York Strip steak.