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CONTENTS PUBLISHER

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MANAGING EDITOR

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COVER PHOTO

Viewing fountains at Smothers Park Photography by Jason Tanner & David Grinnell Stylized by Julia Hartz Coordinated by Danny May

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce 200 E. 3rd St., Owensboro, KY 42303 (270) 926-1860 chamber.owensboro.com

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[ 30 ] Recycling

CIVIC LEADERSHIP

[ 32 ] Welcome to the

[ 58 ] Chamber Fuels

[ 10 ] Owensboro for All Ages

Neighborhood

Local Economy

[ 59 ] Economic Climate

[ 12 ] 11 Things to Love [ 13 ] Things Owensboroans

LIFESTYLE AND LEISURE

Say

[ 34 ] Dining

[ 13 ] Weather Averages

[ 40 ] Owensboro

ESSENTIALS

[ 14 ] Bluegrass, Bourbon,

[ 62 ] Fitness

[ 42 ] Festivals

[ 62 ] Local Media

[ 16 ] Downtown

[ 44 ] Outdoor Recreation

[ 63 ] Helpful Websites

Development

[ 46 ] One Tank Road Trips

[ 63 ] Airport Information

[ 48 ] Local. Fresh. Fun.

[ 63 ] Pet Care

LIVING IN OWENSBORO

[ 48 ] Farmers Market

[ 64 ] County Clerk’s Office

[ 18 ] Education

SPORTSTOWN USA

[ 65 ] Banks

[ 24 ] Church Directory

[ 50 ] Golfing in Owensboro

[ 65 ] Funeral Homes

[ 30 ] Healthcare

[ 52 ] Kids Sports Guide

[ 66 ] Moving Checklist

About OBKY

and Barbecue

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[ 60 ] Local Government [ 61 ] Giving Back

[ 64 ] Utilities

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FROM THE CHAMBER STAFF

Welcome to Greater Owensboro!

THE BEST SMALL CITY YOU WILL FIND

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e have an indomitable spirit here in our community. We take pride in our safe streets where you will be greeted by smiles and hellos.

But the people in OBKY are not the only great thing we have to offer. There are many reasons you should choose to live in our designated All-American City named one of the Top 100 Towns in the United States and the one of the Top Towns in Southern Markets that foster technology.

CHAMBER STAFF MEMBERS JESSICA KIRK, CANDANCE BRAKE, SUSAN HIGH, LAUREN NUNEZ, JACLYN GRAVES PHOTO BY JASON TANNER

Here are a few: • Exemplary primary and secondary schools nationally recognized for Fine Arts, Innovative Technology Programs and Academic Excellence.

• World-class colleges and universities with diverse programs to advance our higher education as well as workforce development and training opportunities.

• Our downtown is thriving, growing, and expanding.

• Tremendous growth in the innovation and research and development sector.

• Owensboro Health Regional Hospital’s phenomenal new campus focused on patient care ranked in the top 2% in the nation in quality.

• Owensboro Convention Center with new hotels standing on each side flanked by a breathtaking riverfront park.

• Job growth, businesses expansion, and income growth exceeding our peers.

• New transportation networks being constructed to get more people and goods in and out of our community.

• An arts, entertainment and dining scene unparalleled in communities our size.

• Sports and recreational events and activities for every age and interest.

It’s an amazing time to be a part of this community. We hope you find this publication inspiring and a way for you to experience a small piece of our community that we are so proud to call our home.

We are honored to share it with you and we look forward to making this YOUR home too!

The Staff of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce

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O W E N S B O R O FO R A L L AG E S

BY: JAQUELINE JORDAN // PHOTO BY: AP IMAGERY

long the rolling banks of the Ohio River,

Orchestra or marveling at the annual airshow,

up. Owensboro’s summer concert series, the

you’ll find a vibrant city that’s big

you can be sure there’s much more to Owensboro

21-year-running Friday After 5, makes eight

enough to keep you entertained year-

than just bluegrass, bourbon, and barbecue. The

blocks of downtown come alive for 16 weeks of

round, but small enough that you still

hidden gems of the city are boutique shopping

the year with live music, family fun, food, and

know your neighbors. Owensboro

experiences, beautiful golf courses, music and

more.

— a city that’s recently seen a

art festivals, and even Broadway shows that

revitalization in both its physical condition and

keep Owensboro residents entertained.

PLANTING ROOTS

its spirit — is a playground for all ages.

One

Whether you find yourself spending the

created an economic boom near the riverfront,

demographics

day at one of Owensboro’s scenic parks, taking

creating a trendy spot to do business and

Whether returning home from college or

in a performance by the Owensboro Symphony

to live, as condos and shops continue to go

settling in Owensboro for the first time

CITY STATS

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A focus on downtown revitalization has

Owensboro, KY Population Married Population Unemployment Rate Average Commute Time Median Age Household Size Median Home Price

59,042 Up 10.3% 47.9% 5.1% 14.96 minutes 38.6 2.35 $102,300

Louisville, KY Population Married Population Unemployment Rate Average Commute Time Median Age Household Size Median Home Price

615,366 Up 9.0% 44.7% 4.8% 22.34 minutes 37.2 2.42 $139,159

of

Owensboro’s is

the

fastest

young

growing

professional.

Evansville, IN Population 119,943 Down -5.0% Married Population 41.2% Unemployment Rate 4.7% Average Commute Time 31.72 minutes Median Age 35.8 Household Size 2.25 Median Home Price $104,300

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R A I S I N G A FA M I LY In 2016, Owensboro earned a Playful City USA designation from the non-profit KaBOOM!, which honors cities and towns for making their location more playable and bringing balance into the daily lives of children.

Owensboro exemplifies a playable town. Often called “Sportstown, USA,” it’s home to a range of youth leagues from baseball and basketball to hockey. As the sun sets on any given afternoon, you’ll find families enjoying the playgrounds in the park systems or biking along the Greenbelt — a 15-mile paved path in the community connecting parks, schools, and neighborhoods.

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Excellent school systems (City, County and a private Catholic system) provide balance to the play, and prepare young minds for tomorrow.

Beyond K-12 education, Owensboro is the home to Brescia University, Kentucky Wesleyan University, WKU Owensboro, and Owensboro Community and Technical College – providing higher education options close to home.

because of growing career opportunities, young professionals have become the fresh face of the city.

The Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber

Young

Professionals

organization

encourages a sense of community between the age group. The group introduces individuals from different backgrounds to one another for things

ENJOYING THE EMPTY NEST

Enjoying your senior years in Owensboro

could mean taking in local theater at the RiverPark Center, camping at Diamond Lake or golfing on the sprawling 18-hole course at Ben Hawes Park. Local restaurants will keep your taste buds occupied, and Owensboro is

like social gatherings, softball teams, philanthropy

the perfect driving distance for some great one-

work, and business networking. There’s an energy

tank road trips when you feel adventurous.

to Owensboro that can only be attributed to the

young movers and shakers in the community.

something for everyone!

Nashville, TN Population 654,610 Up 34.0% Married Population 42.1% Unemployment Rate 3.8% Average Commute Time 23.4 minutes Median Age 33.9 Household Size 2.4 Median Home Price $205,800

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No matter what your age, Owensboro has O

COST OF LIVING

O’boro L’ville E’ville Nashville National Avg Overall 85 88 84 100 100 Grocery 95 92.3 91.4 94.6 100 Health 100 90 94 86 100 Housing 55 75 56 111 100 Utilities 99 89 102 88 100 Transportation 99 98 97 94 100 Miscellaneous 100 94 99 98 100

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*stats from BestPlaces.net

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11 things to

LOVE about

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Owensboro artist, Gary Bielefeld, crafted this Kentucky mirror mosaic, which can be seen from the Blue Bridge. It’s been there 34 years and has survived a fire.

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In addition to being the hometown of Darrell & Michael Waltrip, many other NASCAR drivers, pit crew members, officials, and mechanics got their start at Kentucky Motor Speedway (Whitesville) and Windy Hollow racetrack.

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BLUEGRASS MUSIC Bill Monroe, the grandfather of Bluegrass Music, was born 35 miles south of Owensboro in Rosine, KY. The International Bluegrass Music Museum is located in downtown Owensboro, and a brand new state-of-the-art Bluegrass Center and Hall of Fame is under construction.

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NASCAR

(located inside the Convention & Visitor’s Bureau) Did you know Owensboro is the birthplace of actor Johnny Depp, Moto Grand Prix 2006 World Champion Nicky Hayden, and NASCAR notables Michael & Darrell Waltrip? Florence Henderson, of Brady Bunch and broadway fame, attended high school here. Check out all 50 Hall of Fame members at the Owensboro Visitor Center. Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.4:30 p.m. 215 East 2nd St.

RiverPark Center

In the midst of its 25th season, the RiverPark Center hosts 200,000 people annually through nearly 800 events.

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Take a stroll on the City’s Greenbelt system, a continuous 15-mile, multiuse paved trail around Owensboro. Bike the Rudy Mine trail system, or hike the nature trails at Yellow Creek or Panther Creek Parks.

7 WORLD’S LARGEST SASSAFRAS TREE Legend has it that the tree’s owner defended it at gunpoint when the development of Frederica threatened the tree.

The tree is approximately 300 years old. The average sassafras is 30-50 ft tall, but our record holder measures over 100 ft tall with a 21 ft circumference.

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FESTIVALS

You won’t have to look hard to find a reason to celebrate in Owensboro; from the International BBQ Festival (May) to the Multicultural Festival (Aug) to Christmas at Panther Creek (Dec/Jan), Owensboro’s festival calendar will keep you busy year-round. (See our festival guide on page 40)

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Theatre Workshop of Owensboro’s Empress Theatre on Frederica Street originally opened as a movie house in 1912. The Empress closed in 1989, reopening in 1992 as “Goldie’s Opry House” until 2008. It has been operated by TWO since 2010.

THING S OW ENS BOROA NS S AY Welcome to Owensboro. We’re glad you’re here.

Even though we’re directly below the Mason Dixon, we’re still known for friendly folks and Southern hospitality. Hopefully you’ve picked up on that already.

Out-of-towners struggle with the pronunciation of Frederica Street. Owensboroans slur it like Louisvillians slur the word “Louisville.” You don’t say it phonetically. It’s pronounced “Fred-rick-uh.”

Three syllables. Not “Fred-er-reek-ah.”

That being said, we definitely don’t want you to feel like an outsider for very long. So here are some Owensboroisms you should know about. We’re not claiming any of these make any sense – it’s just the way things are here in Owensboro. Pick up on these and you’ll be talking and thinking like a native Owensboroan in no time.

We don’t say “The Big Dipper” or “The Wonder Whip.” It’s just “The Dipper” or “The Whip.”

It’s Not “Pop” First of all, we call soda “coke” whether it’s a Coke, Dr. Pepper, Pepsi or whatever. When we say coke we mean any carbonated soft drink.

For some unknown reason, we call garbage cans “toters” and knit hats “sock caps.”

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There is also no “East Parrish” and “West Parrish” Avenue to an Owensboroan. It’s just “54” on the east end and “Parrish” on the west end.

Named one of the top 10 playgrounds by USA Today, the Lazy Dayz park is a three-level playground.

TH E B LU E B RI D GE

The Glover Cary “blue bridge” turned 75 last year. It was partly funded through FDR’s New Deal program. Originally painted silver, it was repainted blue in the ‘70s.

Some Owensboro folks put an “r” in the word “wash.” It’s not every day, but occasionally you will hear of someone “warshing” their laundry or car.

Loca l High Sc h ools Owensboroans call Daviess County High School “County” for short. But not so much “County High.”

However, for some reason it’s perfectly acceptable to call Owensboro Catholic High School “Catholic high” or even just “Catholic” for short. Either way.

But Owensboro High School is not “City” or “City High.” It’s “Senior High” because it started out as Owensboro Senior High School back in the day and we just never stopped calling it that. There’s no confusion with Apollo though. It’s just “Apollo.”

There’s no other way to say it.

Loca l La n d ma rks There are two bridges: the “new bridge,” which is out Highway 60 east of town, and the “blue bridge,” which is downtown. We don’t ever call them by their proper names (like Glover H. Cary, for example). We keep it totally informal when it comes to our bridges.

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Loca l Dialect To an Owensboroan, the names “Brian” and “Ryan” are one syllable. “Kyle” and “Cal” almost rhyme, even though they should sound nothing alike.

Then some of us drop the “l” for no reason at all.

As in “a five year ode” or a “bow” of soup. (Listen… it’s true isn’t it! Oops, I meant, “idn’t” it? Sorry.)

We took a non-official tally and noticed that Owensboroans are about 50/50 on the pronunciation of Thruston. Incidentally, it could be said “Thruston Durmont Road” as it’s spelled or “Thurston (as in “thirstin”) Dermont Road.” Either way.

But some folks will put a “the” in where there’s not even a “the” needed. As in, going to “The WalMart.”

And of course, the number one thing that ONLY Owensboroans say is… “It’s Hot Don!” Thanks to the popular Don Moore car commercials. (Editor’s note: Of course we used that with permission because that’s actually a trademarked slogan now. That Don Moore is one smart guy!)

WEATHER AVERAG ES

ANNUAL JAN FEB MAR

APR

MAY JUN

YEARS ON RECORD: 63 F R O M W E AT H E R BA S E . C O M

JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC

AVG TEMP 35 37 46 56 66 74 78 76 70 59 46 37 LOW TEMP

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28

36

45

55

63

67

HIGH TEMP

44

46

57

67

77

86

89

6.9

6.7

# OF RAINY DAYS

76.2

8

6.3

7.1

6.8

# OF SNOW DAYS

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1

0.9

0.3

71

76

72

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BY: JAQUELINE JORDAN // PHOTO BY: AP IMAGERY // BARRELS HOUSED AT O.Z. TYLER DISTILLERY

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hat makes Owensboro so attractive to residents and visitors

Monday through Friday. In 2016, O.Z. Tyler joined the Kentucky Distillers’

alike? Well, there’s a lot to be said for the traditions of three

Association, a non-profit trade group that governs the Kentucky Bourbon

regional specialties — Bluegrass, Bourbon and barbecue.

Trail and Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour.

Another Owensboro legend, Glenmore Distillery, is currently one of

BLUEGRASS

the nation’s largest bottling facilities and, although they ceased distilling

Bluegrass is the soundtrack of Owensboro, inviting visitors to pull up a

in 1993, there are plans to start producing Bourbon once more. The facility

seat and jam alongside the legends of the genre. Bill Monroe, the Father of

was purchased by Sazerac in 2009 and has grown significantly since. A

Bluegrass Music, was born just up the road in Rosine, and his influence in

renaissance in production would only continue the incredible history of a

the area is still going strong.

distillery that opened in 1901, continued operations during prohibition for

medicinal purposes, and survived floods and fires.

Owensboro is home to the only International Bluegrass Music Museum,

which shares its exhibits and programs with approximately 50,000 visitors each year. Currently housed inside the RiverPark Center downtown, the museum will soon relocate to its own stand-alone building on the riverfront — a $15.4 million facility with indoor and outdoor performance venues to focus on live music as much as preserving the sounds of the past.

If live Bluegrass is what you’re after, Owensboro has the festival you’ve

been looking for. ROMP is a multi-day music festival celebrating the roots and branches of Bluegrass music. The June event features well-known headliners (Steve Martin, Old Crow Medicine Show and Emmylou Harris to name a few) as well as lesser-known artists for days of nearly round-theclock music. Every year, thousands of visitors camp in the 150-acre Yellow Creek Park where the event is held. With jam sessions to join, ponds to fish, trails to hike and countless craft and food vendors to visit, it’s easy to see why the event attracts more than 25,000 festival goers.

But it doesn’t stop at ROMP. From May to September you can enjoy

Bluegrass on the Banks, a series offering a variety of Bluegrass music on the River Overlook stage at Smothers Park. There’s also the Lanham Brothers Jamboree at Diamond Lake Resort Theater on the second Saturday of the month from April to September. The all-ages show features music, skits and crowd interaction, and is filmed for KET and WNIN public broadcast stations.

Where does one sample some of the region’s best Bourbons? That

answer is unequivocally at Spirits, the Bourbon bar in the Miller House Restaurant basement. With an intimate atmosphere and a wall of bourbon featuring some 400 brands to sample, you really can’t go wrong. In fact, the spot has been named one of America’s 80 Best Bourbon Bars by The Bourbon Review. For the true enthusiast, there’s even an Owensboro Bourbon Society and the Tasting Bar at J’s Liquors on New Hartford Road, which carries over 100 Bourbons.

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When it comes to local food, barbecue is king. Thanks to a signature

flavor from the vinegar-based sauce, and the uniqueness of mutton and burgoo, Owensboro has built a reputation as a barbecue destination.

Owensboro was named the 8th best barbecue city in America by

YAHOO!, on a list that examined the barbecue cities traditions, style and technique. Owensboro’s addition to the list was based largely on mutton preparation, taking the same techniques one uses to make mouth-watering pork barbecue and applying it instead to lamb. The tradition hails from a time when sheep were abundant, and it’s even said that Abraham Lincoln’s parents served barbecued mutton at their wedding.

Owensboro doesn’t just eat barbecue, we celebrate it. The International

BOURBON

Bar-B-Q Festival each May turns downtown into a barbecue-lover’s

Owensboro has spirit - in more ways than one. With a rich history and

paradise. Smoke fills the air as 10 tons of mutton, 1,500 gallons of burgoo

a new wave of Bourbon production, the city is well on its way to becoming

and 5,000 chickens are cooked and sold by local cooking teams vying for the

the western entrance to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail (the self-guided tour

Governor’s Cup for Best Bar-B-Q. There’s music, crafts, activities for the

of distilleries created in 1999 to give visitors a firsthand look at the art and

whole family and did we mention barbecue? The festival has been featured

science of crafting Bourbon).

on the Discovery Channel and in Southern Living. It really is a must see

(and taste).

Owensboro recently saw its first batch of Bourbon produced in 25

years when O.Z. Tyler Distillery resumed production after investing $25

million to renovate the historic Medley Distillery, which began distilling

Owensboro the flavor it has today, and it only gets richer as they continue

in 1885. The 26-acre facility offers hard-hat tours, tastings, and a gift shop

through new generations.

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R E V I TA L I Z I N G D O W N T O W N Owensboro is currently in the second phase of major downtown development. The complete revitalization of the riverfront began eight years ago with the expansion of Smothers Park, which has since become the crown jewel of the downtown district.

The park features a three-story playground, splash pad, restrooms, fountain

series added entertainment opportunities on other nights of the week as well.

Today, cranes interrupt the downtown skyline as construction continues on the next four major projects. The Woodward Building (#1 on infographic), a 4-5 story multi-use building, is zoned for retail on the bottom floor and condos on

attractions, a war memorial monument and a concession stand. Since it’s opening,

the upper floors. A former bank building will be a completely renovated into a

Smothers Park has become a regional draw, bringing new energy to downtown

state of the art office building for Alorica (#2), a California-based customer service

shops and restaurants.

company bringing 840 jobs over the next three years. The Enclave at Riverfront Living (#3) is a multi-use building with plans for restaurants on street level and

Around the same time, Boardwalk Pipelines relocated from South Frederica to

condos on upper floors. On the corner of 2nd and Frederica Streets, the brand new

Second Street. A year later, the Owensboro Convention Center and Hampton Inn

International Bluegrass Center (4) will house indoor and outdoor concert venues,

Waterfront opened, followed by the Holiday Inn Riverfront the next year. The

a restaurant, gift shop, and the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame.

city concurrently implemented an extensive revitalization project, improving downtown streets, sidewalks, and lighting along Second Street. As foot traffic

INTO THE FUTURE

increased downtown, new business ventures popped up left and right as buildings

A newly approved Tax Increment Financing project will soon facilitate the

that had been vacant for years found new tenants opening boutique shops,

construction of a second parking garage (#5) and a third downtown hotel (#6)

restaurants, bars, and barber shops.

to accommodate the growing demand for parking and lodging as the Owensboro Convention Center continues to book larger conferences, events, and concerts.

2016-2017 By the time Friday After 5 celebrated its 20th season in 2016, entertainment

Owensboro is no longer a sleepy river town. Downtown is awake and alive, the

stretched from the RiverPark Center to the patio behind the Convention Center.

Highway 54 corridor is expanding by leaps and bounds, and South Frederica Street

Capitalizing on the energy downtown, new community events such as Holiday

is as busy as ever. We still have a small town feel, but our attitude is looking up, just

Stroll, Bluegrass on the Banks, classic car Cruise-Ins, and Live on the Banks music

like our growing skyline.

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SMOTHERS PARK PHOTO BY JAMIE ALEXANDER

Smothers Park stretches five city blocks and covers five acres of land with a three-level playground that’s completely handicap accessible, which also entices parents and grandparents to play right along with

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their little ones.

The people of Owensboro and visitors from across the region have found it’s easy to spend hours on a visit to Smothers Park. According to Public Events Director, Tim Ross, that was the idea from the

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beginning. “The park was designed to offer something for everyone.

There are amenities for all ages. Parents, grandparents, and kids love the playground. Everyone can enjoy the viewing fountains, the swings, and the overlook. And many of our older generation love the Shelton Memorial, which gets a tremendous amount of visitors because it’s such a beautiful monument and it gives such great respect to our POWs, MIAs, and veterans.”

DID YOU KNOW? Smothers Park is named after frontiersman William Smeathers, who settled in Owensboro in 1797.

USA Today recognized Smothers Park in a list of “10 Best: Playgrounds with way more than slides and swings” in 2015.

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A riverwalk spans the riverfront from the RiverPark Center through Smothers Park all the way down to the Convention Center and hotels, giving foot traffic easy access to all the amenities downtown.

Even when there is not a live band playing, there is music playing from outdoor speakers hidden in the landscape. There is also free Wi-Fi at Smothers Park!

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24 WATER PAD SPRAY FOUNTAINS IN THE KID’S SPLASH PARK

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LIVING IN OWENSBORO

KENTUCKY WESLEYAN COLLEGE STUDENTS

E D U CAT I O N COLLEGES

BRESCIA UNIVERSITY As Western Kentucky’s only Catholic college, Brescia University shares in the teaching mission of Christ by helping students realize their God-given potential. Grounded in the Ursuline tradition, the University’s mission calls for educating students in mind, body, and spirit. Brescia University educates the mind through challenging academics rooted in the liberal arts and Catholic intellectual tradition; the body through championship athletics and campus wellness programs; and the spirit through access to campus ministry, the study of theology, and service-oriented extracurricular activities such as our annual Alternative Spring Break.

At Brescia, education is about more than a diploma; it is about making a difference - the Brescia Difference. This means making a difference in the lives of students by providing access to affordable, high-quality education so they can pursue meaningful careers and fulfilling personal lives. It means making a difference in the community by nurturing and promoting the value of servant leadership in students who participate in numerous volunteer and service-learning opportunities. Those students become Brescia University alumni who lead generous lives of service in their own communities as teachers, social workers, counselors, healthcare workers, business leaders, and

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civil servants.

The Automotive Technology program was the number one program in the nation in 2014 and the Phi Theta Kappa Honor

Brescia University of-

Society has been repeatedly recognized internationally for

fers a quality education

excellence.

both on ground and online. As a leader and

Students can prepare for transfer to a four year college or

pioneer in the online

university or for a high wage, in-demand career. Most students

education option, Brescia University’s BUonline programs now

are from the four county region (Daviess, Ohio, Hancock,

accounts for nearly half of the student body. This flexible option

and McLean), but others travel from elsewhere in Kentucky

seeks to empower students who want to learn to do so in a

and southern Indiana, attracted by the Advanced Technology

format that fits their individual needs. Over 15 degree options

Center and the college’s distinctive programs. Examples include

at the Certificate, Associate, Bachelor and Graduate levels are

a two-year degree program in Veterinary Technology, cutting

available. Among numerous notable programs, BUonline offers

edge training in alternative fuels, and the first Healthcare Facili-

a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology with an emphasis in

ties Leadership program in the country. The college encour-

Pastoral Studies, as well as a Master of Social Work.

ages graduates to complete baccalaureate degrees by creating transfer pathways in all associate degree programs.

Currently, approximately 1,200 students call Brescia home.

Many of those students take advantage of our Catholic Connec-

OCTC’s technical programs are the best in class with stellar

tion Grant, available for new students graduating from private,

pass rates on state and national exams. High demand healthcare

Catholic high schools or upon the recommendation of their

career opportunities are available, such as nursing, surgical

parish priest. Many other financial aid packages are available.

technology, radiography, paramedic, medical information

For more information, contact Admissions at 1-877-BRESCIA.

technology, healthcare facilities leadership, and veterinary technology. High tech career options include advanced manufactur-

OWENSBORO COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE

ing pathways, computer and information technologies. Helping professions such as fire rescue science technology, criminal

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC), one of

justice and human services offer both straight to career and

16 colleges that make up the Kentucky Community & Technical

transfer opportunities.

College System, is an award-winning institution. The Chronicle of Higher Education named OCTC a “Great College to Work

OCTC’s Workforce Solutions partners with business and in-

For” in 2016 and the college earned the Messenger-Inquirer

dustry to provide training, testing, and developing customized

“Reader’s Choice” platinum status for a second year in a row.

programs to meet industry needs. Programs include modular-

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WKU-OWENSBORO

platforms and the GO FAME work and learn apprenticeship

WKU Owensboro has been providing access to higher edu-

model which has been expanded to include other business

cation and improving the quality of life in the communities

sectors.

we serve since 1969. At WKU Owensboro, we understand it’s a choice to attend college and it’s a choice of which college to

OCTC is the community’s college and student success is para-

attend. WKU Owensboro has been the university of choice

mount. Successful graduates become active, productive citizens

for literally thousands of citizens in the region for a variety of

and enrich our community.

reasons.

With 4,000 students, a 55%-45% female to male ratio, and 37%

The campus provides many with the chance to stay close to

taking a full-time course load, OCTC is a dynamic and diverse

home, saving students time and money while allowing conve-

campus. 22% of the students are dually enrolled taking college

nient access to family, work, and community commitments.

courses while still in high school.

Also, students want and expect high-quality programs and a campus atmosphere that nurtures, challenges and builds cama-

OCTC is currently constructing the Industry Innovation Center.

raderie in and out of the classroom. Whatever their reasons,

This top community project will help OCTC address workforce

students are excited to embark on their college journey when

needs for the foreseeable future and includes pipe welding,

they choose to attend WKU Owensboro. They are what make

robotic welding, geothermal and solar technologies.

this campus special.

KENTUCKY WESLEYAN COLLEGE

WKU Owensboro is home to many highly ranked and nation-

We are physicians, educators, attorneys and corporate leaders

ally-recognized academic programs and award-winning faculty.

across the globe. We are a vibrant campus community charac-

WKU Owensboro offers more than 55 bachelor’s degrees,

terized by opportunities to learn, connect and lead in a rigorous

master’s degrees and a variety of certificate programs. Courses

and nurturing setting. We are The Wesleyan Way, four principles

are offered in a variety of flexible delivery methods to meet stu-

that guide our decisions and actions in the classroom, on the

dent’s needs: face-to-face, interactive video services (IVS), and

playing field and in the community:

distance learning such as online and on demand.

·

We succeed with honor.

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We support one another.

WKU works hard to be the most transfer-friendly university

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We compete with integrity.

in the Commonwealth, whether you are transferring from one

·

We love one another.

of our partner community colleges or from another university.

The WKU Joint Admissions Program is a partnership between

Kentucky Wesleyan is a United Methodist-related institution

several area community colleges which allows students to be

that offers more than 30 majors and pre-professional programs.

admitted to both institutions as they work toward an associate

Our graduates score higher on the CPA exam than graduates

degree.

from any other school in Kentucky.

In addition to WKU Owensboro’s educational opportunities, Wesleyan was recognized as the 13th Best Regional College in

services are offered to help local businesses. WKU’s Career and

the southern United States by U.S. News & World Report and

Workforce Development office offers specialized workforce

the only regional college in Kentucky to earn designation as a

education programs tailored to meet company needs. Through

Best Value School. Washington Monthly named Wesleyan as the

course design and instructor expertise, it is possible to cus-

top institution for a bachelor’s degree in Kentucky.

tomize programs to precision-craft employee education. WKU Owensboro also helps employers develop internship programs,

Wesleyan offers 17 varsity sports, competing at the NCAA Di-

assists in recruiting strong job candidates and offers compli-

vision II level, and is a founding member of the Great Midwest

mentary meeting space for local businesses.

Athletic Conference (G-MAC).

Contact us today to learn more about WKU Owensboro’s educaOur top majors include business administration, exercise

tional and workforce development opportunities.

science, criminal justice, biology/health sciences, communication arts and psychology, and our students experience an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. Valuable internships and service learning opportunities help students explore their interests and prepare for lifelong success.

wku.edu/owensboro | 270-684-9797 | owensboro@wku.edu

K-12 SCHOOL SYSTEMS DAVIESS COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Daviess County Public Schools district has “Great ExpectaKentucky Wesleyan serves students in the liberal arts tradi-

tions” for all students! DCPS has 12 elementary schools, three

tion, and our students learn to think critically, communicate

middle schools, two traditional high schools and one non-tra-

effectively and live ethically in a complex and rapidly changing

ditional high school – all eager to welcome students to our

world. We believe in an education that goes far beyond the

learning environment!

textbook or computer screen and emphasizes positive human interaction.

DCPS has earned designation as a Distinguished District for four consecutive years based on our students’ outstanding

The Wesleyan Way is OUR identity, and we believe it is truly

academic achievement. All DCPS schools have earned designa-

the “way” to a healthy, successful future for today’s students.

tion as Proficient or Distinguished schools, which means they

Kentucky Wesleyan students graduate with more than a career;

meet or exceed standards set by the Kentucky Department of

they graduate with a calling.

Education.

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Our dedicated education professionals and support team provide a world-class education experience for every child in every classroom, every day.

The foundation for learning begins with our youngest students.

All 12 DCPS elementary school preschool programs have earned the highest possible ratings for quality early childhood education programming.

DCPS was named to the national Advanced Placement (AP) District Honor Roll in December 2016, recognizing our district’s success in increasing the number of students participating in AP courses while increasing or maintaining the number of students earning AP Exam scores of 3 or higher, representing that our students are motivated and academically prepared for success beyond high school.

In addition to providing strong academic instruction, our schools also develop leadership skills, community service, and physical, emotional and social wellness as part of our commitment to nurturing every aspect of our students’ well-being.

Our district and schools welcome the opportunity to share additional information about academic and extracurricular opportunities that are available for students, including innovative programs that allow students to experience real-world learning experiences and earn college credit.

Families who are considering a move to our community are invited to visit our website at www.dcps.org or contact the DCPS Central Office at 270-852-7000 or contact@dcps.org Families may also wish to explore the District and School Report Cards that are maintained by the Kentucky Department of Education with information about all public schools in the state, providing a balanced comparison in the areas of test performance, teacher qualifications, safety and security, parent involvement and other areas that are important to the overall learning experience. Those reports are available online at http://applications.education.ky.gov/SRC/

OWENSBORO PUBLIC SCHOOLS One of the most diverse school systems in the western part of the state, Owensboro Public Schools serves over 5,000 students and has just under 900 employees. OPS operates on three pillars: tradition, innovation and excellence. We have a tradition of engaging the whole child. While OPS places an important emphasis on student achievement in terms of testing, OPS believes education stretches beyond those boundaries. According to the Kennedy Center and the National School Boards Association, OPS has one of the top Fine Arts programs in the nation. OPS believes in every art for every child. The budget ensures that all students have access to any art form they’d like to try no matter their financial situation.

With a laptop to student ratio of one-to-one in grades 5-12, OPS is a leader in innovation. At the elementary school level, all students have access to tablet and computer technology.

OPS recently purchased a state-of-the-art digital literacy program called Footsteps to Brilliance ensuring students have access to the latest learning resources. OPS also offers the Owensboro Innovation Academy, the state’s only New Tech Network affiliated school. This unique high school offers an innovative approach to learning through high tech, project-based learning. Students develop apps, engineer robot technology

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and study the latest developments in biomedicine. OIA shares space with OPS’ Centre for Applied Technology. This program provides educational opportunities centered around electrical engineering and masonry.

and staff work to develop and implement improvement plans to ensure continued progress and effective resource management.

In the past three years, OPS has been named a District of Distinction, earned a Magna Award Honorable Mention and employees have won countless state and national awards for excellence. Owensboro High School has the most sports state championships (31) of any public high school in the entire state.

AUDUBON AREA (HEAD START)

In terms of facilities, OPS has one head-start preschool, five elementary schools, two middle schools (one houses grades 5-6, the other 7-8) and three high schools (traditional high school, OIA, and alternative high school). In the last six years, OPS opened a fine arts wing including a black box theater at the high school, a new gym at OHS, a new gym/performing arts center at one elementary school with two more centers coming at other elementary schools, a turf football field at OHS and at Owensboro Middle School, a new track, and a turf soccer field.

Our mission is simple: engage all students with innovative teaching and learning.

OWENSBORO CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Owensboro Catholic Schools has a long-standing tradition of providing a quality Catholic education to the greater Owensboro community, and with excellent academic programs embedded in the Catholic faith, we are thriving now more than ever. Four buildings make up our school system, but one collective vision keeps us focused on excellence. Our school community is actively fostering a thriving, economically sustainable, world-class K-12 Catholic education system built on the ACES Pillars of 1.) Academics, 2.) Catholicity and Discipleship, 3.) Extracurricular Activities and Athletics, and 4.) Stewardship. Through a collaborative effort, we have developed strategic plans in each of these areas to ensure continued excellence.

Excellence in Academics Owensboro Catholic Schools strive to offer a world-class K-12 educational program. With collaboration and coordination from our building principals, faculty, and staff, we will continue to effectively meet the needs of our students.

Excellence in Catholicity and Discipleship Owensboro Catholic Schools strive to provide a faith-based learning environment that fosters positive relationships and personal success. The Catholic faith is the cornerstone of our school program. When visitors enter one of our buildings, it is clear Christ is at the center of all that we do.

Excellence in Extracurricular Activities and Athletics Owensboro Catholic Schools strive to provide quality enrichment activities that foster positive relationships, diligence, responsibility, and collaboration. From competitive varsity athletics to elementary intramural programs and from chess club to robotics club, there is a wide array of activities offered to our students which foster a well-rounded student.

Excellence in Stewardship Owensboro Catholic Schools strive to effectively plan for future sustainability as a K-12 school system. Through collaborative strategic planning, administrators, council members, faculty,

PRESCHOOLS

Registration: All programs take applications at all times.

Age: 6 weeks – pre-kindergarten Classes & Cost: Working parents pay according to a sliding scale based on income, otherwise programs are free.

Head Start has two models: partnership programs with local school districts and stand-alone, full-year, full-day learning facilities. These curriculum-based programs serve low-income families and/or children with disabilities or state foster children.

They include: • Dar-Nek Family Development Center 4800 New Hartford Road | 270-683-6377 • Helen Sears Family Development Center at the Villa 2225 E. 18th Street | 270-691-8000 • Leola Hayden Family Development Center 1306 East 8th Street | 270-689-9387 • West End Family Development Center 800 W. 5th Street | 270-685-3231 • Killian Migrant Center 900 Walnut Street | 270-852-6534

BLISSFUL BEGINNINGS 2611 Sunrise Dr. | 270-314-2394 Registration: Open year round Age: 2 – Kindergarten Classes & Cost: Monday – Friday from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. for $125 per week; 3 days for $85 per week; 2 days for $65 per week.

Monday – Friday preschool from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. for $100 per week; 3 days for $70 per week; 2 days for $50 per week.

BREY’S EARLY LEARNING SCHOOL 1945 Tamarack Rd. | 270-926-0202 or 270-314-4673 Registration: Open now!

Age: 2 – 6 years old Classes & Cost: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 8 – 11 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. for $230 per month Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. for $460 per month Toddler Session Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 8 – 11 a.m. for $23 per day Faith-Based Program? No

CATHEDRAL PRESCHOOL 600 Locust Street | 270-926-1652 Registration: Open Now! Age: Age: 3 – 5 years old Must 3 or 4 or 5 by August 1, 2016 and must be potty trained.

Classes & Cost: 3-year-old class is held Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/ Thursday from 8 – 10:50 a.m. for $125 per month or Monday/ Tuesday/Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. for $160 per month.

4-year-old class is held Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8 – 11 a.m. for $160 per month or Tuesday/Thursday from 8 – 11 a.m. for $125 per month or Monday through Thursday from 8 – 11 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. for $170 per month.

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5-year-old class is held Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m.

– 12 p.m. for $175 per month.

Faith-Based Program? Yes, non-denominational.

7:30 a.m. early drop off available.

Must be 3 or 4 by October 1 and must be potty trained.

Must be 3 or 4 by October 1. Must be potty trained.

Faith-Based Program? Yes, non-denominational.

DAVIESS COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRESCHOOL

OWENSBORO PUBLIC SCHOOLS HAGER PRESCHOOL

Registration: Ongoing through the year.

Ages: 3 – 4 years old Classes & Cost: A student is eligible for preschool in the Daviess County Public Schools system if he or she is 3 or 4 years old with a delay or disability; 4 years old and income eligible; or 3 or 4 years old and in the fee-based program, which costs $175 per month.

Students are served in their home elementary school, with the exception of the fee-based program. Classes are Monday through Thursday from 8 – 11 a.m. or 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Time can vary slightly on individual schools schedule. One meal is served and transportation is provided.

Must be 3 or 4 by August 1.

1701 West 7th Street | 270-686-1125

HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL PRESCHOOL 3585 Thruston Dermont Rd. | 270-685-4002 Registration: Open now!

Age: 3 – 4 years old Classes & Cost: 3-year-old class held Tuesday/Thursday from 8:30 – 11:20 a.m. for $142 per month.

4-year-old class held Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30 – 11:20 a.m. for $166 per month. $200 Registration and Material Fee Faith-Based Program? Yes. Preschool is a ministry of Heritage Baptist Church, but 70% of students come from outside the church.

Faith-Based Program? Yes, non-denominational.

SETTLE MEMORIAL PRESCHOOL 201 E. 4th Street | 270-684-7005 Registration: Open now!

Age: 3 – 5 years old

Registration: Begins March 7.

Classes & Cost:

Age: 3 – 4 years old

Young 3-year-old class held Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/

Classes & Cost:

Thursday from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. for $110 per month. Must be

This program is a blended partner with Head Start. There is no cost for attendance, but students must be income eligible or have a developmental delay. There is a sliding scale for working parents. If student does not qualify for either of these criteria,

3 by December 1, 2016.

Older 3-year-old class held Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. for $130 per month or Tuesday/Thursday

parents may elect to pay tuition of $175 per month.

from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. for $110 per month. Must be 3 by April

Classes are 3-year-old and 4-year-old blended and are Monday

1, 2016.

through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 12-3:30 p.m.

Young 4-year-old class held Monday/Wednesday/Friday from

Owensboro Public School provides transportation for the east

8:30 – 11:30 a.m. for $130 per month or Tuesday/Thursday

side of Frederica Street for the morning class and the west

from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. for $110 per month. Must be 4 by

side of Frederica Street for the afternoon program. If parents choose to provide transportation, child can attend either class.

September 1, 2016.

Pre-Kindergarten (older 4-year-old to young 5-year-old) class held Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

PEACE LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL

for $130 per month or Monday through Thursday from 8:30

2200 Carter Road | 270-685-2211

– 11:30 a.m. for $150 per month or Monday through Friday

Registration: Open now!

from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. for $165 per month.

Age: 3 – 4 years old

After School program available from 11:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.

Classes & Cost: 3-year-old class held Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 8 – 10:45 a.m. for $100 per month.

for children enrolled in preschool and are 3 years old by April 1, 2016. Cost for one day per week is $40 per month; 2 days

4-year-old class held Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 8 –

per week is $80 per month; 3 days per week is $125 per month;

11 a.m. for $100 per month or Monday/ Tuesday/Wednesday/

4 days per week is $165 per month; 5 days per week is $195 per

Thursday from 8 – 11 a.m. for $115 per month.

month.

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HERITAGE PARK PRESCHOOL 3802 Legacy Run | 270-683-0611 Registration: Open year round.

Age: 6 weeks – 5 years Classes & Cost: Full day, full year program for 6 weeks – 1 year old is $120 per week.

Full day, full year program for 2 through 5 year olds is $115 per week.

Faith-Based Program? No.

MAXIMILIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY PRESCHOOL 1401 Spring Bank Drive, Suite 4 | 270-689-1402 Registration: Open now!

Age: 3 – 5 years old Classes & Cost: 3 – 5-year-olds are in a blended class held in half-day or fullday programs Monday – Friday. Half-day is $385 per month and full-day is $500 per month.

Faith-Based Program? Yes, non-denominational.

OWENSBORO CHURCH OF CHRIST PRESCHOOL 3300 East U.S. Highway 60 | 270-684-3406 Registration: Open now!

Age: 3 – 4 years old Classes & Cost: 3-year-old class held Tuesday/Thursday from 8:15 – 11:15 a.m. for $90 per month.

4-year-old and Pre-Kindergarten classes held Monday/ Wednesday/Friday from 8:15 – 11:15 a.m. for $110 per month.

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LIVING IN OWENSBORO

CHURCH DIRECTORY BAPTIST

BETHABARA BAPTIST 2946 State Route 142 Philpot, KY 42366 270-729-2159 BEUNA VISTA 119 W 24th Street Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-6234 BELLEVUE BAPTIST 4950 State Route 56 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-685-5103

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CROSSPOINTE BAPTIST 550 Worthington Rd Owensboro KY 42301 270-689-9488

HERITAGE BAPTIST 3585 Thruston Dermont Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-685-4002

FIRST BAPTIST 230 J R Miller Blvd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-3505

IMMANUEL BAPTIST 3611 Ralph Ave Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-3150

FIRST GENERAL BAPTIST CHURCH 620 Maple Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-8383

MACEO BAPTIST 9321 Kelly Cemetery Road Maceo, KY 42355 270-264-1818

PANTHER CREEK BAPTIST 7146 Us Highway 431 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-2155 PARRISH AVENUE BAPTIST 2339 W Parrish Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-2156 PELLVILLE BAPTIST 12160 State Route 2181 Hawesville, KY 42348

BRIDGEPOINTE 2706 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-852-5164

FOURTH STREET BAPTIST 821 W 4th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-5788

MASONVILLE BAPTIST 6601 U.S. Highway 231 Utica, KY 42376 270-729-4069

CALHOUN BAPTIST 315 Main St Calhoun, KY 42327 270-273-3645

GARDEN GREEN BAPTIST 419 N Ewing Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-764-5678

MOUNT CALVARY BAPTIST 507 Plum St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-9606

CENTER STREET BAPTIST 715 Center St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-1052

GLENVILLE BAPTIST 10517 KY-81 Utica, KY 42376 270-785-4512

NEW LIFE BAPTIST 400 Crabtree Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-5626

270-233-5622

Owensboro, KY 42301

PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST 5664 State Route 56 270-771-4150 PLEASANT HOPE GENERAL BAPTIST 178 Pleasant Hope Church Lane Calhoun, KY 42327 270-278-2609

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PLEASANT MEMORIAL BAPTIST 5440 W 5th Street Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-1027 PLEASANT POINT BAPTIST 3723 Highway 764 Utica, KY 42376 270-275-4300 PLEASANT VALLEY COMMUNITY 800 Pleasant Valley Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-926-2888 RIDGEWOOD BAPTIST 800 Carter Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-0394 RIVERSIDE BAPTIST 3703 Highway 144 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-314-6972 SORGHO BAPTIST 3083 State Route 1554 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-771-4782 SOUTH HAMPTON BAPTIST 2949 S Hampton Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-281-5311 STANLEY BAPTIST 1266 Fogle Rd Owensboro KY 42301 No phone

ST STEPHEN CATHEDRAL // PHOTO BY TAYLOR WEST

THIRD BAPTIST 527 Allen St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-0269 UTICA BAPTIST 415 KY-1207 Utica, KY 42376

WHITESVILLE BAPTIST 10167 KY-54 Whitesville, KY 42378 270-233-5401 YELLOW CREEK BAPTIST 5741 State Route 144 Owensboro KY

BAPTIST – FREE WILL

FIRST FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH 4314 W 5th Street Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-8706

BAPTIST – INDEPENDENT

CHURCH OF THE FIRSTBORN 1416 Independence Ave Owensboro, KY

VICTORY BAPTIST 1101 Hickman Ave Owensboro KY

GREATER VISION BAPTIST 4733 Sutherland Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-1890

WALNUT MEMORIAL BAPTIST 519 W Byers Ave Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-7234

HARVEST BAPTIST TEMPLE 4430 Old Calhoun Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-4960

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CEDAR STREET MISSIONARY BAPTIST 824 Cedar St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-4882 SWEENEY STREET BAPTIST 1626 Sweeney St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-1688 TENTH STREET MISSIONARY BAPTIST 1213 E 10th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-8116 ZION BAPTIST 2311 W 9th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-0845

BAPTIST – SOUTHERN

APOLLO HEIGHTS BAPTIST 2322 Tamarack Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-9044

BELLS RUN 3969 Taffy Rd Whitesville, KY 42378 270-275-444 BUCK CREEK BAPTIST 3788 N US Hwy 431 Calhoun, KY 42327 270-733-4056 EATON MEMORIAL 1225 W 3rd St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-5239 LEWIS LANE BAPTIST 2600 Lewis Ln Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-4266 MACEDONIA BAPTIST 4839 Millers Mill Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-686-8616 SUGAR GROVE BAPTIST 8275 Sugar Grove Church Road Utica, KY 42376 270-729-0789 WING AVENUE BAPTIST 628 Wing Ave Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-9679

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CATHOLIC

BLESSED MOTHER PARISH 601 E 23rd St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-8444 BLESSED SACRAMENT CHAPEL 602 Sycamore St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-4741 IMMACULATE CHURCH 2516 Christie Pl Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-0689 OUR LADY OF LOURDES 4029 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-5369 PRECIOUS BLOOD 3306 Fenmore St Owensboro, KY 270-684-6888 SAINT ALPHONSUS 7925 Highway 500 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-229-4164 SAINT ANTHONY’S 261 Saint Anthony Rd Utica, KY 42376 270-733-4341

ST STEPHEN CATHEDRAL 610 Locust St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-6525

CHURCH OF CHRIST OWENSBORO CHURCH OF CHRIST 3300 Highway 144 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-3406

PARRISH AVENUE CHURCH OF CHRIST 2302 W Parrish Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-0358 SOUTHSIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST 2920 New Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-5386 WESTSIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST 4201 Benttree Dr Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-4204

CHRISTIAN

STS JOSEPH AND PAUL 609 E 4th St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-5641

CENTURY CHRISTIAN 1301 Tamarack Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-0286

SAINT MARTIN CHURCH 5856 State Route 81 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-685-0339

FIRST CHRISTIAN 700 J R Miller Blvd Owensboro KY 270-684-8879

ST MARY MAGDALENE CHURCH 7232 State Route 56 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-771-4436 ST PETER OF ALCANTARA (STANLEY) 81 Church St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-764-1983

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ST PIUS TENTH PARISH 3512 E 6th St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-4745

OWENSBORO CHRISTIAN 2818 New Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-2706 RIVER CITY 4810 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-6009

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CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

AUDUBON CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 15 Carter Road Owensboro, KY 42301 270-691-0893 FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 3400 Lewis Ln Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-3086

EPISCOPAL

TRINITY EPISCOPAL 720 Ford Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-5326

JEWISH

TEMPLE ADATH ISRAEL – SYNAGOGUE 429 Daviess St. Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-9723 ISLAMIC CENTER OF OWENSBORO 3131 Alvey Park Dr W Owensboro, KY 42303 270-688-0001

LUTHERAN

FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH 2830 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-6611 PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 2200 Carter Rd Owensboro, KY 270-685-0249

METHODIST

ASBURY UNITED METHODIST 2711 Cravens Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-689-0801 BRECKENRIDGE STREET METHODIST 1400 Breckenridge St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-2277

MASONVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2810 Old Masonville Loop Utica, KY 42376 270-729-4552 PLEASANT GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4730 Pleasant Grove Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-926-3204 SAINT JOHN UMC 2160 Griffith Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-6326 SAINT PAUL AME 624 Elm St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-8020 SETTLE MEMORIAL METHODIST 201 E 4th St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-4226 THRUSTON UNITED METHODIST 5551 State Route 405 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-281-9044 TRINITY UNITED METHODIST 2815 Old Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-1878 WESLEYAN HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST 1215 Scherm Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-5573 WOODLAWN UNITED METHODIST 1120 Woodlawn Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-9868

NONDENOMINATIONAL CHURCH ALIVE 325 Carter Road Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-4200 CHURCH FOR ALL 400 E 4th Street Owensboro, KY 42303 270-688-8232

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FOUNTAIN DOWNTOWN – REHOBETH MINISTRY 119 W 2nd Street Owensboro, KY 42303 270-691-1122

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATER DAY SAINTS 3337 Highway 144 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-685-3396

GOSPEL KINGDOM 5691 W 5th Street Rd Owensboro, KY 270-685-1919

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES 2208 Tamarack Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-3431

LIFELINE REVIVAL CENTER 2808 W 2nd St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-485-4418

PRESBYTERIAN

NEW COVENANT 3515 Wathens Crossing Owensboro, Kentucky 42301 270-316-1819 OWENSBORO COVENANT 4200 Old Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-5332 OWENSBORO FAITH FELLOWSHIP 1836 W 5th St Owensboro, KY 42301 279-683-4120 OWENSBORO GOSPEL KINGDOM 7625 U.S. Highway 431 Utica, KY 42376 LEGACY 3300 Frederica St Owensboro KY 270-478-4294 LIVING HOPE COMMUNITY 1709 Alexander Avenue Owensboro, KY 42301 270-993-3604 JOURNEY FELLOWSHIP (worships at Zion UCC) RIVER TREE 600 Salem Drive Owensboro, KY 42303 270-685-5819

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CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN 426 Saint Ann St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-6836 CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN 3857 Kentucky Highway 54 Owensboro, KY 42303 270-685-3055 CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN 910 Booth Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-4479 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 1328 Griffith Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-1467

PENTECOSTAL CHRIST GOSPEL 9 Gale Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-478-4793

THE PENTACOSTAL OF OWENSBORO 2134 Hwy 81 Owensboro KY 42301 270-926-8980 GREATER EBENEZER TEMPLE 1528 W 9th St Owensboro, KY 270-685-5765 PHILLIPS CHAPEL WORSHIP ASSEMBLY 500 Orchard St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-791-8011

PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

CALVARY TEMPLE/IGNITE 360 800 Chuck Gray Ct Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-8513 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD 2805 W 4th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-883-2373 GOOD SHEPHERD 3031 Bittel Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-8274

PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHRISTIAN TABERNACLE APOSTOLIC 1103 W 7th Street Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-9570

CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD 2201 W 9th Street Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-5070 HOLINESS 605 Jeff Place Owensboro, KY 42301 270-240-4566

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

IMMANUEL SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 1301 Pearl St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-684-5323 SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 2288 Tamarack Rd Owensboro, KY 42301 270-685-4747

UNITARIAN

OPEN DOOR UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 407 W 5th St Owensboro, KY 42301 812-228-6100

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST 1221 Cedar St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-684-1224

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST ZION UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 625 Allen St Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-3811

CHURCH OF GOD

CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 1102 W 7th St Owensboro, KY 270-684-1757 CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY 1836 W 5th St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-683-412 FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 2101 State Route 554 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-691-2610 GRACE CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 6320 Old Highway 54 Philpot, KY 42366 270-729-9157 NEXT LEVEL CHURCH OF GOD 2613 Cravens Ave Owensboro, KY 42301 270-314-7589 OWENSBORO WINGS OF FAITH 1002 Omega St Owensboro, KY 42301 270-926-9813

WESLEYAN

SOUTHSIDE WESLEYAN 2804 Veach Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-6804

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HOSPITAL

OWENSBORO HEALTH REGIONAL HOSPITAL 1201 Pleasant Valley Road 270-417-2000

CONVENIENT CARE LOCATIONS

GATEWAY URGENT CARE, LLC 3245 Mt. Moriah Avenue, Ste. 10 270-663-0955 IMMEDIATE CARE CENTER 1200 Breckenridge Street 270-683-7553 OHIO VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER 750 Salem Drive 270-686-8008

HEALTHCARE

OWENSBORO HEALTH PEDIATRIC HOSPITALIST DR. EX. & HANNAH DRAEGER, RN

OWENSBORO HEALTH URGENT CARE (FORD) 2211 Mayfair Drive, Ste. 101 270-688-1352

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DROP-OFF RECYCLING CENTER 1401 W. 7th Street Items Collected: • Newspaper and phonebooks • Plastic containers #2 only (no single item larger than a 5-gal bucket, no styrofoam, no plastic bags, no drink bottles) • Magazines • Cardboard • Aluminum cans • Steel cans Hours: Open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. An attendant is available to assist you on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 7:00-12:00.

Go Recycling

River Metals Recycling

270-485-6008 (Residential Curbside & Bulk)

7061 KY 2830, Owensboro, KY 42303

CURBSIDE RECYCLING B & J Sanitation 270-686-7909 (Commercial & Residential Curbside)

940 W 9th St, Owensboro, KY 42301

270-264-4004 Southern Recycling

(scrap metal, aluminum, autos and more)

270-926-6611 (Compensated Drop-Off, Household & Bulk) EQUIPMENT & ELECTRONICS RECYCLING Greenworks Recycling 2400 Grimes Ave 270-215-0200 (Drop-Off) SCRAP METAL RECYCLING Dahl & Groezinger 270-684-1404 (scrap metal, aluminum, brass, copper, and more)

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OWENSBORO HEALTH URGENT CARE (PARRISH) 811 E. Parrish Avenue 270-688-5310 SPRINGS URGENT CARE 2220 E. Parrish Avenue, Bldg. C 270-852-1632 ST. CAMILLUS URGENT CARE 3600 Frederica St., Ste B 270-684-0023

PRIMARY CARE FACILITIES BLUEGRASS INTERNAL MEDICINE 3346 Professional Park Dr 270-685-1066

BRIDGEWATER MEDICAL CENTER 750 Salem Dr 270-686-8008

OWENSBORO MEDICAL PRACTICE 1200 Breckenridge St #102 270-691-1859 OWENSBORO PRIMARY CARE 1200 Breckenridge St 270-685-8224 PHYSICIANS AFFILIATED CARE PSC 2200 E Parrish Ave 270-926-2273

ORTHOPAEDICS AND SPORTS MEDICINE OWENSBORO (OSMO) 2831 New Hartford Rd 270-926-4100 3245 Mt Moriah Ave #4 270-240-4682

COMMUNITY CLINICS AUDUBON AREA COMMUNITY CARE CLINIC 819 East 9th Street 270-686-6041 COMMUNITY DENTAL CLINIC 2315 Mayfair Drive, Suite 32 270-691-6205

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ONE HEALTH FAMILY MEDICINE (BRECKENRIDGE) 1000 Breckenridge St #401 270-688-4401

ONE HEALTH PRIMARY CARE (VEACH) 2816 Veach Rd, Bldg 4 270-684-1145

VINEYARD PRIMARY CARE 2851 New Hartford Rd 270-240-2305

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ONE HEALTH FAMILY MEDICINE (TRIPLETT) 1325 Triplett St 270-686-8500

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NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE BOUNDARIES

The City of Owensboro developed the Neighborhood Alliance program in an effort to become more sensitive to its citizens. The alliances serve as a vital link between their neighborhoods and city government by identifying problems and helping to develop solutions.

APOLLO AREA

DOGWOOD AZALEA

HILLCREST

Frederica Street to Carter Road, from the U.S. 60 Bypass/ Tamarack Road to the south city limits. To the east, the northern boundary is the U.S. 60 by-pass until it intersects with Tamarack Road. Then, Tamarack becomes the north boundary.

12th Street to Booth Avenue, between Frederica to Lewis Lane/

Includes very southeastern neighborhoods including Brookhill,

Roosevelt Road/Werner Avenue.

Cooper Creek, Landsdowne, and Spring Bank.

DUGAN BEST

MIDTOWN EAST

AUDUBON BON HARBOR

Ohio River to McFarland Avenue, between Crabtree and the

Parrish Avenue to Byers Avenue, between Frederica and

Ohio River to U.S. 60 West/Fourth Street, between Ewing Road and the west city limits.

west city limits. North of Third Street, the east boundary is

Breckenridge Streets. The north boundary is 14th Street in the

Dublin Lane.

J.Z. Moore neighborhood, between J.R. Miller and Frederica.

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EAST END & 54

The redevelopment of downtown has brought along with it many new opportunities for upper level living spaces. Several mixed-use buildings now being constructed include condos on the second and third floors above street-level restaurants and retail space.

The Highway 54 corridor has grown tremendously the past 10 years. Gateway Commons is currently in development, which will include 260 acres of restaurant, residential, and retail space plus two hotels, a movie theater, and more. Beyond 54, the busyness subsides to sprawling fields between Philpot and Whitesville, a town with a population of 550 just 13 miles from City limits. Along Highway 144, the community of Thruston boasts the Pearl Club and Yellow Creek Park.

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WEST END Highway 60 is the main thoroughfare west of town to the Stanley and Reed area of the county.

Parallel to the Audubon Parkway, Highway 56 winds through the Sorgho area to the gently rolling hills of West Louisville and Maple Mount.

3 DOGWOOD/AZALEA & HISTORIC DISTRICT Before Owensboro expanded to what is now Midtown and South Frederica, neighborhoods in the Parrish Avenue and Griffith Avenue area were considered the outskirts of town.

In recent decades, neighborhoods have been developed along all corridors, both inside and outside the “bypass” (now known as US 60 Wendell Ford Expressway.)

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Ohio River to 12th Street, between Frederica and Crabtree.

McFarland Avenue to Scherm Road, between Lewis Lane/Roosevelt Road and the west city limits.

SEVEN HILLS

limits. In the J.Z. Moore neighborhood, between Frederica and

Parrish Avenue to Burlew Boulevard, between Breckenridge

J.R. Miller, the south boundary extends to 14th Street.

Street and the east city limits (currently Heartland)

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SHIFLEY-YORK

OLD OWENSBORO

81 TO MCLEAN COUNT Y If sprawling front yards and wide open spaces are your ideal living condition, you’ll find plenty of both along Highway 81, which splits with Highway 56 at the roundabout west of City limits out Parrish Avenue. US 81 passes through the communities of Rome, Friendly Village, and Livia on its way to Calhoun across the McLean County line.

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NORTHWEST

Ohio River to Parrish Avenue, from Frederica to the east city

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As the lights of busy South Frederica Street fade into starlight directly south of Owensboro, communities like Pettit, Browns Valley, and Utica dot Highway 431.

As the city expanded, neighborhoods were developed around the Owensboro Country Club, along Old Hartford Road, eventually connecting with the 54 corridor. The heart of Midtown, known as the “Triplett Twist,” is in the beginning stages of a massive overhaul.

North of Third Street, the west boundary is Dublin Lane.

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231 TO UTICA Highway 231 parallels the William H. Natcher Parkway to the community of Masonville, home to the rapidly expanding Deer Valley development.

SOUTHEAST

Byers Avenue to the south city limits, between Frederica and New Hartford Road. Burlew Boulevard is a boundary east of Byers Avenue. This area includes some areas south of the bypass but it does not include Spring Bank.

WESLEYAN-SHAWNEE

From Booth Avenue to Tamarack Road, between Frederica and Lewis Lane. It also includes residents west of Lewis Lane to the U.S. 60 Bypass, between Tamarack and Scherm roads.

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WORLD FAMOUS MOONLITE BUFFET // PHOTO BY DAVID GRINNELL & TAYLOR WEST

DINING ASIAN/ORIENTAL Chinese hibachi grill.

Japanese-themed restaurant with hibachi meals prepared in the kitchen, plus sushi at affordable prices.

Locally-owned. Authentic Mexican cuisine with daily lunch and Happy Hour specials. Mexican & American beers.

FUJI OF JAPAN

WASABI Wasabi Express: 636 Southtown Blvd.

EL TUCAN MEXICAN RESTAURANT

Full hibachi menu plus sushi bar.

Wasabi 54: 238 Kidron Valley

3600 Frederica St

Wasabi Parrish: 2601 W. Parrish Ave.

HONG KONG CHINESE RESTAURANT

ITALIAN

Locally owned restaurant specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine.

CHOPSTICKS

3023 Highland Pointe Dr (54)

4028 Frederica Street

1650 Starlite Drive

Authentic Chinese cuisine.

MR. WOK EXPRESS 3435 Frederica Street

Eat in or take out. Szechuan, Hunan, and Mandarin style cuisines.

NEW CHINA BUFFET 4768 Frederica Street

Largest buffet in town, featuring Szechuan, Hunan & Mandarin cuisines. Dine-in or carryout.

PAN ASIAN CHINESE FOOD 2656 Frederica Street

Chinese, Japanese, sushi.

SHOGUN OF JAPAN 5010 Wildcat Way (South Frederica)

Hibachi meals prepared on grills at the tables. Also offers a full bar service as well as sushi bar.

TOKYO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 3415 Frederica Street

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burritos, quesadillas, nachos & salads.

EL SOL MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1846 Triplett St

GREEK

FAMOUS BISTRO 102 W. 2nd Street

FAZOLI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

LOS CABOS

5060 Frederica Street

2845 W. Parrish Avenue

Locally-owned, serving lunch & dinner, everything from sandwiches to fine dining with a Mediterranean emphasis on Greek cuisine.

MI RANCHITO

SPORTS BARS

Reasonable prices, food quality traditionally associated with casual dining and quick service; they’ve got something for everyone!

NIKO’S ITALIAN CUISINE

2425 W. Parrish Avenue

Locally owned, authentic Mexican cuisine.

2200 E. Parrish Avenue

PAPA GRANDE

Fine dining, wine & spirits with an emphasis on Italian cuisine. Locallyowned.

544 Southtown Blvd

OLIVE GARDEN 5204 Frederica Street

Casual Italian dining featuring authentic entrees, soups, desserts, wines & more.

MEXICAN

DON MARIO TAQUERIA 2100 W. 2nd St.

EL TORIBIO’S 630 Emory Drive (Wesleyan) 3034 E 4th St

BEEF O’BRADY’S FAMILY SPORTS RESTAURANT 3189 Fairview Drive

Family sports pub and restaurant to enjoy good food & sports in a friendly atmosphere.

Locally owned restaurant specializing in authentic mexican cuisine, drink special, and guacamole made right at your table!

REAL HACIENDA 4820 Frederica Street 3023 Highland Pointe Drive (54)

Authentic Mexican cuisine, serving real south-of-the-border dishes with great atmosphere and fair prices.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS 4736 Frederica St

Lively sports-bar chain dishing up wings & other American pub grub amid lots of large-screen TVs.

GAMBRINUS LIBATION EMPORIUM 116-A W. 2nd Street

3500 Villa Point (54)

Non-smoking social facility specializing in premium beers, wines, and cocktails selections, along with tasty food selections.

Casual restaurant serving fresh Mexican foods, including tacos,

MALONEY’S PIZZA & WINGS

SALSARITAS

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4606 Frederica Street

beverages, kids’ menu.

Restaurant has a seperate, sound proof sports bar with over 30 flat screen TV’s, serving pizza, wings, salads and more.

Specialty coffee & tea drinks. Located inside Books-A-Million.

PIZZERIAS

LUCKY LEAF IRISH PUB 5000 Frederica Street

Sports bar located inside Towne Square Mall.

O’BRYAN BAR & GRILL 7006 Highway 815

Family sports bar. Live music.

ROCKY’S BAR & GRILL

OVERFLOW CAFÉ 3232 Villa Point (54)

Located inside Don Moore.

STARBUCKS 2402 Frederica Street 5151 Frederica Street (inside Target) 2951 Heartland Crossing (Inside Meijer) Heartland Crossing (on 54)

THE CREME COFFEE HOUSE 109 E. 2nd Street

1108 W. 9th Street

Locally-owned offering a relaxed atmosphere with gourmet coffees, specialty drinks, desserts, soups, and panini sandwiches, all in an historic downtown building. Reception space for up to 30 people.

TAYLOR’S BAR & GRILL

DELIS

819 Crittenden Street

Plate lunches, sandwiches, side items and homemade pies

SANDBAR

2509 W. Parrish Avenue

COLBY’S DELI & CAFE

Counter-serve chain featuring buildyour-own pizza.

54 PIZZA EXPRESS

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA

1700 Starlite Drive (Off Parrish) 3101 Alvey Park Drive (54)

2510 Frederica Street 3332 Villa Point (54)

Locally owned pizzas, sandwiches and salads.

PAPA MURPHY’S

BRICK HOUSE PIZZA 2410 Frederica Street

Authentic hand-tossed pizzas made from scratch cooked in stone deck ovens! Hot gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads, baked pastas, wings & more!

CADILLAC RESTAURANT & GRECIAN PIZZA

3211 Frederica Street

Take and bake pizza.

PIZZA BY THE GUY 3115 Commonwealth Court (54)

PIZZA HUT 4127 Frederica Street 1331 Frederica Street (take out only) 3189 Fairview Drive (54)

1315 W. 2nd Street

PIZZAROMA

Diner meals, pizza and plate specials.

3020 E. 4th St 611 Emory Drive (Wesleyan)

CHEF’S PIZZERIA 636 Southtown Blvd, Suite 6

Locally owned pizzas, sandwiches, calzones and Italian specialties.

401 Frederica Street

DONATO’S PIZZA 2601 W Parrish Ave

FINE DINING/ UPSCALE CASUAL

DOMINO’S

Located inside Nona’s Market

Locally-owned, offering great breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, cookies & ice cream. Can accommodate up to 65 people.

420 Frederica Street

DEE’S BBQ & DINER

DALISHAS DESSERTS

1362 E. 4th Street

1010 Allen Street, Ste. 200

FETTA SPECIALTY PIZZA

Locally-owned diner offering plate specials and barbecue. Buffet on Fridays and Saturdays.

Dine-in bakery and dessert cafe, with an emphasis on artistic specialty cakes.

118 St. Ann Street

BRIARPATCH 2760 Veach Road

MOONLITE BAR-B-Q INN

GENE’S HEALTH FOOD, INC.

Italian for “slice,” Fetta serves delicious specialty pizza hand tossed right before your eyes!

2840 W. Parrish Avenue

1738 Sweeney Street

JJ’S PIZZA

Locally-owned with a world-famous buffet with homemade sides, burgoo, and desserts, plus a full salad bar.

Dine-in or carryout. Board Room with meeting space for 40 people.

Oak Room with seating space for 100 people.

Deli with sandwiches, organic salads, juice, smoothies and more.

5615 KY-144

BARBECUE

BIG DADDY’S BARBECUE 309 Hill Avenue

OLD HICKORY BAR-B-Q 338 Washington Avenue

Locally-owned with dine-in, carryout, drive-thru and gift certificates.

OLE SOUTH BARBECUE 3523 Hwy 54

Serving Owensboro’s best barbecue with a lunch and dinner buffet, and Owensboro’s best breakfast.

COFFEEHOUSES

GREAT HARVEST BREAD CO. & CAFE 3211 Frederica Street 4431 Springhill Drive (54)

Locally-owned, serving fresh-made breads, scones, coffees and teas, signature sandwiches, Paninis, soups-of-the-day, and salads.

LIC’S DELI & ICE CREAM 2120 W. Parrish Avenue

Complete line of hand-dipped ice cream and deli sandwiches in the style of an old-fashioned soda fountain shoppe; also bread, cakes, cookies, and chili.

DUNKIN’ DONUTS

PANERA BREAD

3011 Frederica Street

4600 Frederica Street

Donuts, coffee, teas, sandwiches & pastries.

Bakery offers freshly-baked breads, bagels, baked egg souffles, pastries and sweets. Café offers sandwiches, soups, Crispani, hand-tossed salads,

JOE MUGGS CAFE

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Community pizza shop in Thurston area.

LIL STEVIE’S PIZZA 6530 US-231, Utica, KY

LITTLE CAESAR’S PIZZA 3429 Frederica Street 1650 Starlite Drive

MALONEY’S PIZZA & WINGS 3030 Highland Pointe Drive (54)

Serving pizza, wings, salads and more.

MELLOW MUSHROOM

BILL’S RESTAURANT

Lunch served Tue-Fri, dinner served Tue-Sat. Seasonal menus offering appetizers, entrees and desserts.

Owensboro’s finest locally-owned steakhouse since 1971. Large soup and salad bar, with full bar service and fine wines.

COLBY’S FINE FOOD & SPIRITS 202 W. 3rd Street Colby’s offers available space for meetings and banquets. Additional patio space available, and full-service food and bar for catering. For more information, contact Craig Brown, Colby MacQuarrie, or Holly Jackson.

FAMOUS BISTRO 102 W. 2nd Street

Locally-owned, serving lunch & dinner, everything from sandwiches to fine dining with a Mediterranean emphasis on Greek cuisine.

101 W. 2nd St.

LURE SEAFOOD & GRILLE

Delicious food in a fun and creative environment. We are the originators of Classic Southern Pizza, and our unique and flavorful crust is a true original.

401 W. 2nd Street

MOD PIZZA

2200 E. Parrish Avenue

2710 Heartland Crossing, Suite C

Fresh seafood and more prepared with great expertise and precision with a green conscience.

NIKO’S ITALIAN CUISINE Fine dining, wine & spirits with an

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BOURBON RIVER BAR AND GRILL

Opened in April 1954, the Dipper offers real old-fashioned drive-in burgers, fries, shakes, and ice cream treats.

701 W 1st Street

SFG ARTISAN CAFE

Local bar and grill with great food, exceptional service, and drinks to your thirst.

501 W. 2nd Street

THE CAMPBELL CLUB

CATFISH WILLY’S

517 Frederica St

1007 Tamarack Road

THE MILLER HOUSE

Inside Owensboro Convention Center Open Monday thru Friday 10am to 3pm

Locally-owned seafood restaurant.

301 E. 5th Street

CHEDDAR’S CASUAL CAFE

The Miller House offers a unique opportunity to dine on three levels in an elegant yet casual atmosphere.

Located in one of downtown Owensboro’s beautifully restored older homes. Open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch, they also offer a fullservice conversation bar.

3040 Highland Pointe Drive

THE PEARL CLUB GRILLE

COLBY’S DELI & CAFÉ

6501 Summit Drive

401 Frederica St #101B

Appetizers, entrees, burgers & wraps.

7am-2pm

DINERS, CAFES & FAMILY RESTAURANTS

COUNTRY HAM RESTAURANT

701 West 1st Street

CRACKER BARREL

New twists on Eggs Benedict and Gourmet Omelettes to unbelievable Biscuits Beignets and Cinnamon Roll French Toast. Inside the Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront. Mon – Sun, 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Bar open until 11:00 p.m.

5311 Frederica Street

ANOTHER BROKEN EGG CAFE

APPLEBEE’S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR 5120 Frederica Street

Family dining at affordable prices.

CHEF’S KITCHEN 3600 Frederica Street

Buffet, Salad Bar, Soup of the Day! And a small “cook to order” menu featuring steaks and other options.

5421 US Highway 60 W.

Great country-style cooking.

Homestyle cooking, down-home service. Sit and rock a spell on the front porch in a comfy wooden rocker.

Or browse the country store.

DEE’S BBQ & DINER 1362 E. 4th Street

Locally-owned diner offering plate specials and barbecue. Buffet on Fridays and Saturdays.

American classics, also offering a Weight Watchers Menu. Separate bar area.

DEL’S PLACE

BEE BOP’S

DELORIS’ CAFE

122-A W. 2nd Street

2123 Triplett Street

50’s-style diner offering great diner food and daily specials.

Down-home-friendly diner where you can feel at home with a home-cooked meal.

BEEF O’BRADY’S FAMILY SPORTS RESTAURANT

7478 US Highway 60 W.

DENNY’S RESTAURANT

3189 Fairview Drive

4545 Frederica Street

Family sports pub and restaurant to enjoy good food & sports in a friendly atmosphere.

Breakfast served 24 hours a day. Full menu also offered.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

6057 Highway 2830

DINNER BELL RESTAURANT

4736 Frederica St

Diner meals and plate specials.

Lively sports-bar chain dishing up wings & other American pub grub amid lots of large-screen TVs.

FIREHOUSE SUBS

BIG DIPPER

5150 Frederica St

Made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.

2820 W. Parrish Avenue

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FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES Burgers, fries, hot dogs and beverages.

3525 Frederica Street 3023 Highland Pointe (54) Made-to-order East Coast grilled sandwiches and sides.

GARY’S DRIVE IN

RED LOBSTER

2220 Veach Road

3410 Frederica Street

3248 Mt Moriah Ave (54)

Burgers, homemade soups, ice cream and specialty items such as salmon, turkey and veggie burgers.

GRANDY’S 5000 Frederica Street

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served.

Dine in, carryout, or drive-thru.

Chicken, country-fried steak, and cinnamon rolls.

HAYDEN’S DRIVE-IN

Family restaurant specializing in seafood dishes. Serving for lunch and dinner, a full menu of appetizers, salads, soups, entrees and desserts is offered.

SHONEY’S 4710 Frederica St (Towne Square)

Family-oriented chain serving an all-American diner-style menu for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

9209 Highway 56

T.G.I. FRIDAYS

Burgers, sandwiches and sides.

5135 Frederica Street

HUDDLE HOUSE 3248 Mt Moriah Suite C (54)

Family dining offering a full menu, including Atkins-approved, low carb items.

JD’S RESTAURANT

TEXAS ROADHOUSE

1420 Breckenridge Street

943 Mosely Road

Locally owned diner, breakfasts and plate lunch specials.

JIMMY JOHN’S 2300 Frederica St

Freaky fast sandwiches.

MADEWELL’S CORNER CAFE 924 E. 2nd Street

Home-cooked diner meals.

Fresh-cut steaks, made-fromscratch side dishes, fall-off-the-bone ribs, fresh-baked breads and lively atmosphere. Happy hour specials.

THE LOCAL KITCHEN AND BAR 3118 Alvey Park Dr (54)

A modern restaurant with a cool rustic vibe.

WINDY HOLLOW RESTAURANT

MENDY’S KITCHEN

8260 Highway 81

924 Crabtree Avenue

Open Sundays 7a.m. to 1:30 p.m., brunch buffet featuring country ham, fried chicken, red eye gravy & biscuits, fried potatoes, and their famous homemade doughnuts.

Burgers, sandwiches, sides & ice cream treats.

NORMAN MCDONALD’S COUNTRY RESTAURANT 6161 Highway 54

WYNDALL’S WONDER WHIP

Burgers & sides, take out only.

2434 E. 4th Street

OLIVE GARDEN 5204 Frederica Street

Casual Italian dining featuring authentic entrees, soups, desserts, wines & more.

O’CHARLEY’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 5205 Frederica Street

Locally-owned and operated old-style drive-in located on US Hwy 60 E. offering burgers, sandwiches, sides, and frozen treats.

FAST FOOD ARBY’S

2960 W. Parrish Avenue 3401 Villa Pointe Drive (54) 4614 Frederica Street

Menu with an emphasis on fresh preparation, featuring several specialty items such as hand-cut and aged steaks, seafood, fresh chicken, homemade yeast rolls, a variety of fresh-cut salads with special-recipe salad dressings and their signature caramel pie.

Large variety of sandwiches and sides.

We have the meats!

PENN STATION

CHICK-FIL-A

BURGER KING 1738 Triplett Street 2944 W. Parrish Avenue

Clean restaurant, friendly employees, fast service. Drive-thru open 24 hours.

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4601 Frederica Street

Chicken sandwiches, salads, shakes and sides.

CULVER’S FROZEN CUSTARD & BUTTERBURGERS 3020 Highland Pointe Drive

Frozen custard treats, burgers, salads, kids’ meals, chicken to go.

DAIRY QUEEN 1715 Frederica Street 3022 E. 4th St 3224 New Hartford Road

Soft-serve ice cream treats, cakes, brazier food & beverages.

FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES 3248 Mount Moriah Ave (54)

Made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

MCDONALD’S 3328 Highway 54 324 Wesleyan Plaza 2306 E. 4th Street 2730 W. Parrish Avenue 4800 Frederica Street

POPEYE’S CHICKEN 2906 Highland Pointe (54)

“New Orleans-style” menu featuring spicy chicken, chicken tenders, fried shrimp and other seafood.

RALLY’S 1301 Frederica Street

Burgers, sandwiches and sides, fresh and hot.

RITZY’S 4527 Highway 54 4925 Frederica Street

Burgers, fries, and ice cream.

HARDEE’S

SONIC DRIVE-IN

2705 W. Parrish Avenue 3101 Frederica Street

3107 Frederica Street

Burgers, ham, chicken, roast beef sandwiches, and sides.

Old-time drive-in offering burgers, sandwiches, sides, and frozen treats.

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN

SUBWAY

3212 Highway (54)

2425 W. Parrish Avenue 3119 Frederica Street 3124 Highway 54 3739 E. 4th Street 636 Southtown Boulevard 3470 New Hartford Road 3151 Highway 54 (inside Walmart)

Chicken dinners, snacks, and sides for dine in or carryout.

LEE’S FAMOUS RECIPE 1800 Carter Road 1001 Burlew Boulevard

Chicken dinners for one or for a family. Dine in, carryout, or drivethru.

LONG JOHN SILVER’S 2519 W. Parrish Avenue 2770 Frederica Street (Wesleyan) 3005 E. 4th St

Fast seafood, fish and chicken.

Dine in, carryout, or drive-thru.

TACO BELL 3335 Villa Point (54) 4620 Frederica Street 2500 W. Parrish Avenue

WENDY’S 2934 Highway 54 4545 Frederica Street

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5030 Frederica Street

Located in front of Towne Square Mall, Zaxby’s offers a variety of chicken and wings.

ICE CREAM & SWEETS ANDRIA’S CANDIES

DAIRY QUEEN 1715 Frederica Street 3030 E. 4th St 3224 New Hartford Road

Soft-serve ice cream treats, cakes, brazier food & beverages.

217 Allen St.

DALISHAS DESSERTS

Andria’s Candies had a tradition of making fine chocolates and candies that traces back to Greek candymakers coming to U.S. in 1906.

1010 Allen Street, Ste. 200

Dine-in bakery and dessert cafe, with an emphasis on artistic specialty cakes.

BASKIN ROBBINS

THE FAMILY BAKERY

3245 Mt Moriah Ave (54)

3152 Commonwealth Court (54)

Colorful ice cream parlor chain known for its many flavors plus sorbet & yogurt.

DUNKIN’ DONUTS

COLD STONE CREAMERY 5140 Frederica Street

3011 Frederica Street

Donuts, coffee, teas, sandwiches & pastries.

112 Allen Street (Downtown. Spring & Summer)

FRAILLEY’S DARI CREAM

From unique ice cream creations to smoothies, cakes and shakes. Nobody serves up the ultimate indulgence like Cold Stone.

7140 Highway 81

CUP CAKERY

5000 Frederica Street

231 Williamsburg Square 112 Allen Street (Downtown, Spring & Summer)

Cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and lunch options.

Soft-serve ice cream treats.

GREAT AMERICAN COOKIE COMPANY Located inside Towne Square Mall.

Cookies ready-made or made-toorder, large or small.

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KOEHLER’S BAKERY

20 kinds of donuts, plus pies and

1801 Carter Road

pastries.

Full line retail bakery offering donuts, pies, cakes, cookies, and breads.

KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUTS 4911 Frederica St

Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks.

LIC’S DELI & ICE CREAM 2120 W. Parrish Avenue

Complete line of hand-dipped ice cream and deli sandwiches in the style of an old-fashioned soda fountain shoppe; also bread, cakes, cookies, and chili.

MAGGIE’S CAKES & DELI 4399 Springhill Dr, Suite B (54)

Specialty cakes, wedding cakes, desserts and gourmet deli. We also have delicious lunch and catering!

ORANGE LEAF FROZEN YOGURT 5035 Frederica Street 4431 Springhill Dr (54)

THE SWEET SHOP 121 E. 9th Street

Jellies, jams, pies & breads.

SMOOTHIE & JUICE BARS WHEATGRASS JUICE BAR 3500 Villa Point

Raw juice, salads, smoothies, juice cleanses, vegan food, wheatgrass shots.

PH JUICE CO. 309 Hill Avenue

Cold-pressed juice, smoothies, superfood bar. Located inside Nona’s Market.

Frozen yogurt, specially selected toppings.

GENE’S HEALTH FOOD, INC.

ROLLING PIN PASTRY SHOP

Deli with sandwiches, organic salads,

1129 E 18th St

juice, smoothies and more.

1738 Sweeney Street

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ADAMS & SONS MEN’S FINE CLOTHIERS

DAVID TAYLOR ANTIQUES

Adams & Sons Men’s Fine Clothiers provides

Kentucky art, coin and sterling silver, architectural

gentlemen in the Owensboro area with the

items, tea caddies and a variety of early boxes.

finest American and European tailored clothing, neckwear, shoes and accessories.

119 West 3rd Street kentuckyart.com

401 W. 2nd St adamsclothiers.com

EMBELLISH Modern and trendy boutique clothing.

BAKER’S RACK Since 1974, the Baker’s Rack has been Owensboro’s spot for fine gifts and home accessories,

ENVOGUE CONSIGNMENT

2690 Frederica St thebakersrack.com

Ladies, Juniors, Mens, Childrens, Home Decor, Furniture, Jewelry & Accessories. New items daily.

Bella Regazza is a ladies apparel, accessories and

EPOCH REVIVAL

for women of all ages.

Epoch Revival has a wide variety of antiques, vin-

120A W 2nd St facebook.com/BellaRagazzaBoutique

tage collectibles and customer made items. Special

Blossoms Apparel & Gifts offers a variety of

orders and delivery available upon request.

1118 E 4th St facebook.com/Epoch-Revival

clothing lines for both the young and the young at

EXCURSIONS, INC

heart. Jude Connally, Judith March, BB Dakota,

Excursions offers stylish and sophisticated

Luii, Renuar, Frye and Hunter Boots, and more.

fashions for the trend-conscious woman. They

805 Frederica St shopblossoms.com

offer a timeless, yet fun, approach to mastering self-confidence by building a fantastic figure-flattering wardrobe.

BLUSH BOUTIQUE

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3053 Alvey Park Dr W facebook.com/EnVogueFashion

gift boutique offering a variety of sizes and prices

BLOSSOMS APPAREL & GIFTS

Newly opened boutique just off Frederica Street.

2738 Frederica St shopexcursions.net

1020 Halifax Drive, Suite 101 facebook.com/blushboutiqueobky

GENE’S HEALTH FOOD Fresh, natural, organic and whole foods, nutri-

BOUTIQUE 54

tional products, body care products and health

Find the hottest trends, including clothing, shoes,

information in a fun comfortable clean, safe

jewelry and more at Boutique54!

environment.

3245 Mt Moriah Ave Suite 5 shopboutique54.com

1738 Sweeney St geneshealthfoods.com

BUSHAY’S

GLASS FACTORY

The best shopping in Owensboro doesn’t come from a big box store, but a much more personal interaction at small businesses.

The city has embraced shopping small in recent years as boutiques and galleries have filled the need for uncommon adventures in retail. Store owners form relationships with regular customers and stay on top of what’s trending locally.

Men’s clothing and home decor located on High-

Custom stained glass, craftsman doors, reclaimed

way 54.

furniture, Swan Creek Soy Candles, hand-made

4431 Springhill Dr Suite C bushays.com

jewelry, reclaimed lighting ... and much more!

Byron & Barclay is a men’s boutique specializing

J’S LIQUOR & CHEESE SHOP

The boutique scene continues to grow, as new stores pop up and existing ones focus on community, not competition. It’s that spirit that builds up our local economy, and creates a oneof-a-kind scene for shoppers.

in quality brands of apparel, shoes and accesso-

J’s Liquors Tasting Bar offers over 100 rare

ries, as well as industrial style home furnishings.

Bourbons and Whiskeys, 16 craft beer taps, plus

121 E 2nd St byronandbarclay.com

a collection of fine wines and cheese plates. Inside

For shopping staples like Macy’s and JCPenney, visit Towne Square Mall at 5000 Frederica Street. For shops unique to Owensboro, peruse our list to see what the city has to offer.

From clothing to home decor, Kentucky-made products and even farm-fresh produce — Owensboro has a lot in store.

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2920 Frederica St facebook.com/Embellishltdco

accented by their signature polka dot paper.

BELLA RAGAZZA BOUTIQUE

OWENSBORO SHOPS SMALL

Offering period antique furniture, 19th century

BYRON & BARCLAY

3811 Hwy 54, Suite 102 theglassfactory.weebly.com

the store you’ll find custom made gift baskets, im-

CRAZY ME GIFTS & APPAREL Crazy Me Gifts & Apparel is a unique gift shop offering apparel, personalized gift and monogramming.

217 Williamsburg Square facebook.com/crazymegifts

ported cigars, fresh-made cheese balls and spreads that have become an Owensboro favorite.

2216 New Hartford Rd jsliquors.com

KIDSTOP CHILDREN’S BOUTIQUE AND STRIDE RITE BOOTERY

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Locally owned children’s boutique specializing in clothing & shoes

are also available along with whiskey barrel heads and barn woods

SINGLE THREAD

for girls preemie-16 & boys preemie-12

plaques shaped like the state.

2660 Frederica St facebook.com/kidstopboutique

401 W 2nd St, Suite 103 facebook.com/outoftheblueowensboro

Single Thread specializes in providing trendy women’s clothing and

KUNTRY KUTTER

OWENSBORO ANTIQUE MALL

A unique gift and antique shop with one-of-a-kind items and

Owensboro Antique Mall showcases antique furniture and glass-

SOUTHERN CHARM

handmade furniture.

ware as well as vintage jewelry and collectibles. They also offer

Southern Charm makes looking fabulous affordable! The boutique

appraisal service.

is dedicated to having all the latest fashions, accessories, Jewelry,

122 E 18th St facebook.com/Kuntry-Kutter

LANCE & CO. JEWELERS Lance & Co. Jewelers is a family-run jewelry store, also offering jewelry repair, watch repairs and batteries, appraisals, and more.

2730 Frederica St lancecojewelers.com

LEGENDS The mission of The Next Legends outfitters is to provide clients the products, knowledge, and motivation they need to live an active, healthy life. Featuring apparel for biking, running, and other outdoor sports.

325 Park Plaza Dr thenextlegend.com

LIL BIT SASSY Modern, whimsical children’s boutique located downtown.

125 W 2nd St facebook.com/shoplilbitsassy

LODAN JEWELRY DESIGN STUDIO Artisan jewelry and custom design, jewelry appraisal repair and gold buying.

317 Park Plaza Dr lodanjewelry.net

M&M JEWELERS M&M Jewelers has been in business for 78 years. Formerly located on 2nd Street, the shop is currently moving to a new location in Lake Forest Town Center.

500 West 3rd St owensboroantiquemall.com

PARTY PAPER PLACE

accessories at affordable prices. Order online or shop in store.

103 W 3rd St singlethreadboutique.com

clothing, candles, shoes, handbags, and much more!

3830 Hwy 54 inside Avenue 54 suite 202 facebook.com/southerncharmyall

Party Paper Place is a local, family-owned business specializing in

STUDIO 105 ART & FRAME GALLERY

custom invitations and balloon creations. Also offering personal-

Studio 105 Art & Frame is the largest art gallery in the Owensboro

ized printed ribbon, napkins, balloons and gift bags.

area. Featuring local and nationally-acclaimed artists, they’ve been

320 Washington Ave partypaperplace.net

in business for more than 34 years. They’re also a Kentucky Crafted

PEACOCKS AND PEARLS BOUTIQUE

Retailer carrying many works of art from Kentucky Artists.

105 W 3rd St Studio105art.com

Your source for beautiful, fun ladies’ clothing, accessories, and jewelry, in a relaxed and serene atmosphere. Timeless style and

STUDIO SLANT

affordable fashion for women of all ages.

Art gallery and handmade boutique featuring pottery, jewelry,

4431 Springhill Dr, Suite B Peacocksandpearls.com

hand blown glass, greeting cards, spa products, toys, home decor,

PRESERVATION STATION

photography and much, much more.

624 Emory Dr studioslant.com

Preservation Station markets specializes in the antique, the vintage and the unique. Vendors lease space on a month to month basis,

THE COTTON COTTAGE

and shoppers delight in the unique, the quirky and the beautiful

Cotton Cottage offers a beautiful selection of customized furniture

finds from vendors in this 39,000 square foot facility. There’s also a

and a varied assortment of candles, dishes and decor.

beauty salon on the property.

233 Williamsburg Square facebook.com/cottoncottagehomedecor

9661 Hwy 56 visitpreservationstation.com

RED DOOR BOUTIQUE

THE EARLE The Earle Men’s Store is a men’s clothing store in the heart of

Full service salon and clothing boutique.

Owensboro. The store has been family owned and operated since

105 E 18th St facebook.com/The-Red-Door

the 1960’s.

2686 Frederica St theearle.net

4399 Springhill Dr mmjewelers.jewelershowcase.com

ROBIN’S RESALE Gently used consignment items. Clothing, accessories, home decor

THE STURDY HINGE

NICK T. ARNOLD JEWELERS

and furniture for the entire family.

A curvy and maternity lifestyle boutique carrying sizes 10 and up,

2416 New Hartford Rd facebook.com/robinsresale1994

and a full range of maternity clothing.

Nick T. Arnold Jewelers is a full service jeweler offering a wide selection of jewelry, watches, and clocks along with computer-aided jewelry design and restoration.

3630 Frederica St shopnta.com

SHOE STOP

NONA’S MARKET Nona’s Market features various local vendors offering quality homegrown “Kentucky Proud” items such as local honey, fresh

121 E 2nd Street, Suite 400 www.facebook.com/thesturdyhinge

Shoe Stop is a locally owned family shoe store with shoes for men,

THE WILLOW TREE

women and children.

Locally owned and operated gift shop just off Highway 54. The shop

4650 Frederica St shoestopKentucky.com

carries many different items including home décor, jewelry, hand

foods, wines, herbs, cheeses, homemade peanut butters, and more.

SIMPLY CHIC HOME ACCENTS

309 Hill Ave facebook.com/Nonas-Market

Simply Chic is a unique shop located in Historic Downtown

bags, bereavement gifts, and much more!

3121 Commonwealth Ct facebook.com/The-Willow-Tree

Owensboro showcasing over 20 local artisans. Simply Chic offers

TOM BLUE FURNITURE

something a little different when it comes to furnishings and home

Since 1938, Tom Blue has been making reproductions of traditional

OUT OF THE BLUE

accents. With a fresh selection of rugs, wall art, and candles,

American furniture. All pieces are finished with lacquer and hand-

A store featuring Kentucky-themed products including Ken-

jewelry, and purses.

rubbed to a soft satin finish.

tucky-made barbecue sauces, jewelry, candles, shirts, socks and

101A W 3rd St simplychichomeaccents.com

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FESTIVALS

INTERNATIONAL BAR-B-Q FESTIVAL 2nd Weekend in May

Best described as “two days of barbecue heaven,” the International Bar-B-Q Festival fills the downtown riverfront with the aroma of hickory-smoked chicken, pork, beef, and mutton. Live bands perform on three stages. The festival includes carnival rides, vendor booths, backyard barbecue competitions, and so much more.

FRIDAY AFTER 5 Fridays from Late May through Early September

Owensboro’s FREE live music festival plays on the riverfront from Memorial Day to Labor Day every summer. Main stage bands perform on the BB&T Plaza at RiverPark Center; acoustic entertainment takes place in the RiverPark Courtyard; Gospel on the River performs in Cannon Hall; local bands perform on the Smothers Park Overlook Stage and Party on the Pier; weekly Street Fairs line the riverfront.

It’s “Where The Weekend Begins” in Owensboro!

ROMP Late June

The annual ROMP Festival, the 4-day bluegrass and Americana music fest held at Yellow Creek Park, is best known for its stellar line-ups, friendly camping atmosphere, and easy access to artists.

Original arts and crafts, farm-to-table healthy food vendors, and professionallyled children’s activities (including a spray park and playgrounds), endear audiences to ROMP.

DAZZLING DAYLILY FESTIVAL Late June

The Dazzling Daylily Festival brings beautiful blooms, plus multiple activities for everyone to enjoy! Balloons Over the Garden bring hot air balloons to the skies above. Check the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden’s website for a complete schedule.

FREEDOM FESTIVAL FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR July 4th

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in the country weigh their monster catches in hopes of beating the Kentucky State Record for Bluecats!

BIG O MUSIC FESTIVAL Summer

This unique festival celebrates the fall season and everything apple! Sample all kinds of tasty treats from food vendors, go shopping among the many arts & crafts vendors, and let the kids enjoy the petting zoo, or get a thrill on the many carnival rides. Held annually at Reid’s Orchard.

The Big O Music Fest, the best time in Owensboro, features some of the top names in country music and is held annually at Reid’s Orchard.

EAST BRIDGE ART & MUSIC FESTIVAL Early September

Studio Slant hosts the East Bridge Art & Music Festival in Smothers Park. More than 50 artists from around the region showcase their amazing talents, while dozens of teams turn the streets around the festival into a canvas of incredible chalk art. East Bridge also coincides with Bridge Day, where walker, runners, and strollers can travel across the Ohio River on the Glover Cary (Blue) Bridge during the day.

DAVIESS COUNTY PIONEER DAYS September

Formerly “Patriot Days,” Daviess County Pioneer Days is held at the Pioneer Village in Yellow Creek Park. This event features living history exhibits and demonstrations like woodworking, basket weaving, school house activities, storytelling, colonial games, scavenger hunt, prizes, and refreshments.

GRILLIN’ & CHILLIN’ Late September

Diamond Lake Resort is proud to host the only state-sanctioned BBQ Championship. Over 48 of the best cooking teams from several states will compete for over $10,000 in prize money.

OWENSBORO AIR SHOW September/October

The skies above Owensboro buzz every fall with the sounds of vintage aircraft, military war birds, and jets as the annual Owensboro Air Show takes to the skies. Enjoy a static display of aircraft and a glimpse of some amazing aerial demonstrations on Friday night at the Owensboro Regional Airport. Then head downtown on Saturday to enjoy the amazing talents of some of the best pilots in the world, as they push the limits and showcase the best in aviation technology and history.

MONSTERS ON THE OHIO October

This is the fastest-growing catfishing tournament in the United States. Come down to the weigh-in at beautiful English Park in Owensboro to see some of the best anglers

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Gather in Downtown Owensboro for an incredible display of fireworks in recognition of our nation’s independence, including a special performance by the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra!

REID’S APPLE FESTIVAL October

BOO FEST The last three weekends in October

Diamond Lake Resort hosts Boo Fest the last three weekends in October. Activities include a haunted hayride on Friday nights, and pumpkin painting, games, crafts, Trick or Treating every Saturday at 3 p.m., and a trip through the haunted house. Tours begin each Friday and Saturday night at 7 p.m.

TRUNNELL’S FALL FESTIVALS Weekends, Sep. - Oct.

Children can join in the fun in the Family Fun Acre, visit the Animal Barnyard and pet the animals, play Farm Scene Investigation, get lost in the Interactive Corn Maze, and additional themed activities each week. The whole family can enjoy live entertainment, scenic hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch, pumpkin painting, and more “Absolutely Farmtastic Fun!”

HOLIDAY IN THE PARK Late Nov. – early Jan.

Giant elves, trees, toys and figures, not to mention Santa in his sleigh, line Legion’s halfmile walking path. Held at Legion Park, Byers Avenue & JR Miller Boulevard.

CHRISTMAS AT PANTHER CREEK Late Nov. – early Jan.

An outdoor driving lighted tour with 400,000plus lights winding through Panther Creek Park. $3 charge per carload. Wagon rides through the park are also available. 5160 Wayne Bridge Road.

HOLIDAY STROLL 1st of Saturday of December

Stroll the downtown streets to get in the holiday spirit. Strolling carolers, storefront decorations, and indoor performers will make this evening a reminder of the good old days of being downtown at Christmas. Second and Third streets from Daviess to St. Ann. 4-8 p.m. *All festival information obtained from visitowensboro.com. O

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FUN on the RIVERFRONT BLUEGRASS ON THE BANKS Most Tuesdays, May-Oct www.VisitOwensboro.com

DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Thursdays, May-Oct www.VisitOwensboro.com

FRIDAY AFTER 5 Fridays, May-Aug www.FridayAfter5.com

LIVE ON THE BANKS Saturdays, May-Oct www.VisitOwensboro.com)

SUNSET CRUISERS CLASSIC CAR CRUISE IN First Saturday every month, April-October

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Outdoor Recreation FISHING OHIO RIVER

Our little stretch of the Ohio River is home to the state record catfish for both KY and IN, a 104 lb blue cat caught just upriver by Owensboro’s Bruce Midkiff on August 28, 1999. It’s also home to Monsters on the Ohio, a catfishing tournament held each October at English Park which has grown to become known as the “Superbowl of Catfishing.” Hundreds of teams from across the country compete for cash prizes as their five largest fish are weighed in front of the crowd.

Catfishing tournaments are now a goldmine in Owensboro.

Riding the success of Monsters, other tournaments have come to Owensboro as well. Jared Bratcher, Sports Marketing Director for the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, says, “Owensboro is known as the BBQ and bluegrass capital of the world. Now we would like to be known as the catfish capital of the world, too.”

CITY AND COUNTY PARKS Owensboro/Daviess County has several great options for family fishing right here in our own backyard. Daviess County Parks Department Director, Ross Leigh, says Yellow Creek and Panther Creek Park are regularly stocked through the FINS program. (FINS stands for “fish in the neighborhood.”)

Through a grant from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, the state stocks both county parks with catfish in the summer and trout in the winter. The county parks department in turn agrees to maintain the lakes and keep the banks trimmed so all of us can enjoy fishing right off the bank.

In the city parks system, Jack C. Fischer is stocked with trout in the spring and fall, but Waymond Morris Park on Todd Bridge Road is the only city park that is stocked through the FINS program.

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The state requires that you follow their regulations; a fishing license is required and game wardens do occasionally patrol the parks, but fishing in a park is a great option. “It’s an easy way to fish,” Leigh says. “It really is a golden opportunity to take kids fishing in our parks because it takes very little gear.

You don’t need a boat because you can get right to the edge of the water.” The FINS program has made a huge difference.

Ross says there is a tremendous increase in the amount of people fishing in the parks compared to before the program.

By now, some of the fish are 3 or 4 years old, so there is a good chance you could catch a really nice catfish.

CARPENTER LAKE Carpenter Lake was constructed in the 1930’s and is owned and managed by the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. Sitting about 10 miles northeast of Owensboro, it has a boat ramp and an ADA accessible fishing pier. The lake has good populations of largemouth bass, as well as other popular species like bluegill and channel catfish. At 68 acres, it The 2017-18 Greater Owensboro Relocation Guide

is possible for boat fisherman to work the lake very thoroughly in a day’s fishing time, but bank access is somewhat limited.

KINGFISHER LAKES Adjacent to Carpenter Lake, Highway 405 splits Old Kingfisher Lake from New Kingfisher Lake. Each lake has a boat ramp and gravel parking areas for anglers. Kingfisher Lakes is owned and managed by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources and provides locals and visitors a place to enjoy a relaxing day of fishing.

DAVIESS COUNTY FISH AND GAME ASSOCIATION The 25-acre lake at Daviess County Fish and Game is stocked with crappie, red ear, bass and catfish on a regular basis for its members. The purpose of the Daviess County Fish and Game is purely charitable and educational in nature, promoting hunting, fishing, wildlife and land conservation, as well as safety and respect for others. In addition to fishing, Fish and Game has a rifle range, archery range, two playgrounds, camping, bath house, and hiking trails.

CAMPING

DIAMOND LAKE RESORT Located within Daviess County, Diamond Lake Resort is just 15 minutes west of Owensboro. It was recently named one of the best spots in Kentucky to camp, but in addition to fishing and camping, Diamond Lake also offers several go-kart tracks, putt-putt, disc golf and bumper boats with squirt guns. Not to mention quality entertainment at the “Good Times Theater” and a snack bar/camp store. Diamond Lake is located off Hwy 56 at 7301 Hobbs Road. Phone 270-229-4900. Find them on the web at diamondlakeresort.net or Facebook.

VASTWOOD PARK – HANCOCK COUNTY Vastwood Park is a great camping destination just 30 minutes east of Owensboro on Highway 60 in Hancock County. Many campsites are right on the beautiful 19-acre lake, with an RV campground on an elevated clearing overlooking the lake.

Campers can also enjoy a paved walking trail that goes all the way around the lake. There are other hiking trails as well, but the paved trail winds through the woods, over several bridges and across the dam. For an additional challenge, there is a fitness course along the trail.

Disc Golf players who have already played Panther Creek and Yellow Creek will enjoy the 18-hole course. For the youngsters there is a large fenced-in playground. Also a basketball court, tennis court, ball fields, and picnic shelters.

WINDY HOLLOW The children will love the fun filled facilities at Windy Hollow.

Enjoy the challenge of a round of miniature golf. Try your hand at pinball or a game of pool. Or relax and enjoy a swim on the beach. Stop in for a snack at the concession stand and enjoy the scenic view. With modern campsites, a beautiful setting, and exciting recreational facilities, Windy Hollow offers family camping at its best.

PANTHER CREEK PARK Located at in west Daviess County, Panther Creek Park offers seven hiking trails ranging from .2 to 4 miles.

JOHN JAMES AUDUBON STATE PARK – HENDERSON, KY Audubon State Park is best known for its namesake, John James Audubon, who wrote an exhaustive book about birds that was a landmark work in the 1800s. The museum is the main attraction, but there is also a 9-hole golf course, fishing and pedal boats on the main lake, several picnic shelters, and playgrounds by the lake. The one-mile “lake trail” offers a beautiful view of Wilderness Lake with another two-mile “backcountry trail” as an add-on. For overnight stays there are cottages and a campground as well.

BIKE TRAILS

RUDY MINE TRAILS SYSTEM Enjoy nature at its finest when you visit the Rudy Mine Trail hiking and bike trail system located on Highway 60 West at mile marker 8.

The Double track trail includes three trails that interconnect equaling four miles – easy to moderate rating.

The single track trails were designed by mountain bikers, with 8.25 miles of trails and amazing terrain, these trails offer something for every level rider or outdoor enthusiast!

THE GREENBELT The Adkisson Greenbelt Park is designed to encircle the city, linking neighborhoods, business districts, parks and schools.

The trails that make up the Greenbelt Park offer a 10-foot wide asphalt surface that will easily accommodate pedestrians and bicyclists and meets the Americans with Disabilities Act Standards.

The entire Greenbelt is over 15 miles long, but can be broken up into these smaller sections: West Owensboro Trail - 3.2 miles (Joe Ford Nature Park to Shifley Park) South Owensboro Trail - 8.2 miles (Shifley Park to Southtown Blvd. and Carter Rd. & Theatre Way to Higdon Rd.) Horse Fork Trail - 4.3 miles (Higdon Rd. to Brookhill Subdivision) East Owensboro Trail/Horse Fork Trail - 1.0 mile (Yewell Heritage Park to Heartlands)

CITY PARKS WALKING TRAILS

HIKING

Seven of Owensboro’s city parks offer walking trails. Listed below are those parks and lengths of each walking trail: Chautauqua Park - .7 miles Dugan Best Park - .8 miles Jack C. Fisher Park - .7 miles Joe Ford Nature Park - .4 miles Legion Park - .5 miles Moreland Park - .6 miles Waymond Morris Park - 1.5 miles

Located at 5710 KY-144 in east Daviess County, Yellow Creek Park offers six hiking trails ranging from .5 to 1.5 miles.

For more information, please contact the City of Owensboro’s Parks and Recreation Department at 687-8700. O

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Horse Fork Creek is home to western Kentucky's largest soccer complex, as well as a 6-acre lake and large playground.

Yellow Creek Park is a 152acre park with several sports fields, walking and hiking trails, a pioneer village, a popular frisbee disc golf course, and a 7-acre lake.

Panther Creek Park boasts seven walking and hiking trails, some of which are elevated above the wetlands by the creek. The 6-acre lake is regularly stocked by Kentucky Fish and Wildlife.

Panther Creek South also has a frisbee disc golf course.

S P R AY PA R K S

Spray park splash pads are located at three City Parks: Kendall Perkins Park, Legion Park, and Smothers Park; as well as Panther Creek and Yellow Park Parks in the county system. Open late May - late September.

C I TY POOL S

Cravens Pool 2815 Cravens Avenue 270-687-8724 Combest Pool 1530 McJohnson Avenue 270-687-8723 *The City Parks & Rec offers swim lessons, fitness/aquatics classes, and various special events throughout the summer. Call 270-687-8333 for available dates and times.

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One TankROAD

Owensboro/Daviess County is strategically located within driving distance to several major entertainment destinations. Four hours from St. Louis, four hours from Indianapolis, three hours from Lexington, two hours from Louisville, and two hours from Music City, USA (Nashville, TN).

But we’re also within a stones throw of some great “one tank” day trips.

EVANSVILLE, IN Folks from Owensboro usually go to Evansville, IN to shop, eat out, go to a concert, or take the kids to the zoo, however, Evansville also has lots of other adventures and attractions you can’t find in Owensboro, such as “Vertical Excape” indoor rock climbing gym and “Sky Zone” indoor trampoline park. With trampolines as far as the eye can see you can enjoy the weightlessness of bouncing, flipping and landing in a pit filled with 10,000 foam cubes.

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Speaking of baseball, the Bowling Green Hotrods are the next closest ball club, and they are actually a farm team for the Tampa Bay Rays. Beech Bend Park is definitely worth checking out. It has been given a complete overhaul the last 10 years, and now has a waterpark, a steel roller coaster, and an overall fresh look and feel. The speedway and campground next door are still very popular too.

Ride Kentucky’s only underground boat tour at Lost River Cave! Stretch your legs on nearly two miles of easy walking trails, one of which leads to the natural spring. Kids can enjoy a butterfly habitat, geocaching, bird bingo, and the Nature Trading Post where they can trade outdoor finds for prizes.

If you’ve got any train buffs in the family, the Historic RailPark and Train Museum is not far from Beech Bend Park. And of course, the Corvette Plant and Museum is really the premier attraction in Bowling Green, especially seeing the Corvettes that were recovered from the sinkhole a few years ago. Pretty amazing!

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Evansville Otters baseball at historic Bosse Field is a lot of fun as well. And every trip to Evansville should include a stop at GattiTown, which features over 20,000 square feet of family fun!

the backyard at the Nature Center, where you can see bald eagles and other animals up close and personal. The Bison Prairie is a drive-through exhibit where you can see bison and elk out on the range. (Yeah, stay in your car!) The Welcome Center has a small museum, planetarium, and a covered picnic area by the lake. Down toward the south end, The Homeplace offers a living history exhibit where re-enactors in period dress go about daily chores common for life on the frontier.

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CMOE (children’s museum of Evansville) hosts four main galleries, plus a multimedia theater entitled the “Freedom Gallery.”’ “Work Smart” focuses on engineering skill development and the freedom to build and create. “Quack Factory” encourages explorers to follow a process and execute a plan for accomplishing a task while also offering physical challenges within a 28 foot climbing structure. The Quack Factory also provides water activities in the Wet Deck. “Speak Loud”

encourages children, among other activities, to dramatize a familiar story, play instruments from around the world, create an artistic masterpiece and express their feelings through music, drama, and the visual arts.

TRIPS

On the way back from Bowling Green, stop off at Chaney’s Dairy Barn for some ice cream. It’s a pretty, country drive off the Natcher and back, but it’s worth the time.

LAND BETWEEN THE LAKES If the great outdoors is more your speed, then LBL is definitely your playground! Pack a picnic and you can truly spend all day enjoying Mother Nature. Start your day walking through

Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari is divided into four sections that celebrate Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving and the Fourth of July with rides, live entertainment, games, and attractions.

Holiday World is known for its three wooden roller coasters: The Raven, The Legend, and The Voyage, as well as for Thunderbird, a launched Wing Coaster, and The Howler. The safari-themed water park includes the world’s two longest water coasters: Wildebeest and Mammoth, numerous family raft rides and water slides, two wave pools, a lazy river, two family “tipping bucket” water-play attractions, plus dedicated children’s slides and play areas.

Lake Rudolph Campground & RV Resort sits on 160 acres and features 289 family rentals: including Rental RVs, gravel and concrete RV sites, tent sites with water and electric, and 153 Cabins and Cottages. There are five modern air-conditioned bathhouses throughout the campground; a fishing lake with paddleboat, kayak, and rowboat rentals; basketball and beach volleyball courts; a WaterPark and swimming pools; playgrounds; an 18-hole mini golf course and game room; camp store and laundry facilities; free WiFi, Ice Cream & Pizza, discounted Holiday World tickets for guests, and free shuttles to and from Holiday World.

CAVE CITY, KY At Dinosaur World, wander among hundreds of life-sized dinosaurs in a natural setting. Interactive exhibits capture your kids’ imaginations. Dinothemed playground features slides, swings and all-around family fun. Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome.

Mammoth Cave National Park preserves the cave system and a part of the Green River valley and hilly country of south central Kentucky. This is the world’s longest known cave system, with more than 400 miles explored. O

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LIFESTYLE AND LEISURE CECIL FARMS PRODUCE // PHOTO BY DREAM COPY REIDS ORCHARD // PHOTO BY DAVID GRINNELL

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LOCAL. FRESH. FUN. Visit a farm or bring the farm to you. Either way, Greater Owensboro has plenty of options for farm-fresh produce and hands-on agri-tainment.

FARMTASTIC FUN

The fancy word is “agritourism.” But what it really means is coming up with new and innovative ways to engage the public in agriculture by inviting visitors to farms. Like turning a cornfield into a maze, planting pick-your-own pumpkin patches, or refurbishing an old barn into an interesting venue for receptions.

Here in Owensboro/Daviess County, several multi-generation family farms and orchards have embraced new opportunities by intersecting tourism and agriculture. The result is what they call a “win-win” in the city; supplementing their family businesses by gaining new customers for farm-fresh produce while providing educational and fun experiences to the community.

REID’S ORCHARD www.reidorchard.com 4818 Hwy 144 Exit 21 off the Wendell H Ford Expressway What is now known as Reid’s Orchard began in the 1870’s. Today, the fifth generation of the Reid family is running the operations. The Apple House gift store carries seasonal fruit & vegetables, produce, fudge, gift baskets, and of course their famous apple slushies. In the spring, Katie’s hanging baskets along with her potted flowers are a popular local delight which go along with the four acres of u-pick strawberries and greenhouse tomatoes. In the summer it’s peach season, where you can get large, juicy, sweet peaches along with fresh vegetables picked daily. Fall is a very popular time in the orchard where they offer, fresh picked or u-pick apples and pumpkins.

The orchard produces 5,000 gallons of apple cider (which supplies the famous apple cider slushies all year), along with Katie’s 3,000 homegrown mums.

To further draw visitors to the farm, Reid’s annual Apple Festival was developed 31 years ago.

Today it has become a signature fall event that draws crowds from many surrounding states.

Each October, nearly 25,000 visitors peruse over 20 food booths and 100 craft booths while enjoying carnival rides, live entertainment, and demonstrations. The festival has been named a “Top 10 Event” by the Kentucky Tourism Council and a “Top 20 Event” by the Southeast Tourism Society, which covers 11 states.

For the youngsters, Reidland Play Area includes a Corn Maze, Soybean Maze, Corn Crib, Apple Slider, Apple Barrel Racers, Rubber Ducky Races, Gemstone Mining, Tire Swings, Animal Bouncers and more. On the weekends, kids can enjoy the Apple Express Train Ride, Berry Bouncer, and Small Zipline. Additional Petting Zoo and Pony Rides are available seasonal.

“The Playland is a drawing card for bringing the younger generations out to the farm,” says Kathy Reid. “The Playland and store work together to provide a variety of experiences for visiting families. The farm experience provides fresh fruit and produce, and fun, family time. In the u-pick apples, it is not unusual to see three and four generations of one family all enjoying the experience.”

Just beyond the Apple House and across from Reidland Play Area, an outside event pavilion serves as a sought-after rental space for weddings and receptions.

Reid’s is very community-oriented and offers field trips to local schools. For those on the other end of the county, there is a remote location near the turnabout at Hwy 56 and Hwy 81, Reid’s Produce.

TRUNNELL’S FARM MARKET www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com 9255 U.S. Highway 431 Utica, Kentucky 42376 Located south of Owensboro on Highway 431, Trunnell’s is a working farm that produces crops such as corn, wheat, hay, soybeans, pumpkins, and vegetables on 1,600 acres. The roadside Farm Market carries fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, and plenty to satisfy your sweet tooth. (In 2016, Trunnell’s also opened their Highway 54 Market located at 4399 Spring Hill Drive in Lake Forest Town Center.)

Next to the Farm Market, the Family Fun Acre includes the Giant Corn Maze, Mini Corn Maze, Jumping Pillow, Wagon Rides, Pick-a-Pumpkin Patch, Independence Bank Mining Sluice, Rubber Ducky Races, Pedal Trikes and Pedal Tractors, Rope Maze, Animal Barnyard, Spider Web Crawl,

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Hay Bale Jump, Super Corn Slider, Korny Korn Crib, and more.

Trunnell’s Family Fun-Acre will celebrate its eighth year in 2017. Owner Kevin Trunnell says the Farm-Acre was opened so the community could enjoy visiting a real working farm with agriculture related activities. “Trunnell’s Family Fun-Acre gives children a chance to participate in farm chores and farm entertainment, just like parents and grandparents remember doing.

Jumping around on a straw fort or playing in the Korny Korn Pit are just like playing in the hayloft or corn crib when they were young.”

The Giant Corn Maze is a favorite of all ages which is more than finding your way out of paths in a corn field. There is an interactive game called Farm Scene Investigation where visitors have to find the hidden stations inside the maze to determine which farm animal kidnapped Farmer Joe. “Educating while entertaining is a big part of Trunnell’s Family Fun-Acre,” Trunnell says. “Kids (and adults) learn so much without even realizing while visiting our farm.”

Each fall weekend, Tunnell’s Farm Market and Family Fun Acre hosts a different themed festival, drawing young and old for some fun on the farm.

The Fun Acre also hosts class field trips and group outings regularly.

FARM TO TABLE

On the other end of the spectrum, other local farms are developing creative ways to bring farm-fresh produce directly to your table.

CECIL FARMS PRODUCE DELIVERY www.cecilfarmspd.com 9408 Mulligan Rd. Owensboro, KY 42301 On the western edge of Daviess County, Cecil Farms has raised produce for over 30 years. Gary

and Ryan Cecil (father and son) have grown a variety of fruits and vegetables on both a commercial and local level. When Suzanne Cecil White came back home to join the family business, she focused on expanding into Community Supported Agriculture, providing customers direct access to fresh produce by box-order delivery or pick-up at the Owensboro Regional Farmer’s Market.

Instead of drawing visitors to the farm, Cecil Farms delivers variety boxes of Farm Fresh Produce to local homes, businesses, restaurants, and schools on a weekly basis throughout the harvest season.

In 2015, the Cecils converted an old tobacco barn into a picturesque venue for weddings or events.

Down a long gravel drive, nestled in the back of Cecil Farms, The Old Barn at Cecil Farms overlooks rolling farmland. Guests can get away from the bustle of town and surround themselves with the beauty of nature.

HILLVIEW MEATS www.hillviewfarmsmeats.com 5024 Lee Rudy Rd. The Gilles family has been farming in western Daviess County for four generations. Over the past 50 years, Hill View Farms began genetically selecting Black Angus cattle to build a herd that would produce superior quality beef. Hill View Farm Meats began as a venture to provide locally produced beef that tasted better than processed meat found in stores. The company now offers a boxed beef, pork, or combo packages which can be ordered online and delivered through a partnership with Cecil Farm’s CSA (community supported agriculture) program. Through the partnership, Owensboro/Daviess County residents can have farm-grown produce and meat delivered directly to your door. Hill View Farm Meats now offers chicken cuts, which can be added to the boxes as well. O

Cecils and Hillview partner each September for their annual Farm to Table dinner prepared with local meats and vegetables. The al fresco evening takes place in the Old Barn at Cecil Farms so diners can enjoy the spectacular view of the rolling countryside and live entertainment.

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OWENSBORO REGIONAL

Farmers Market

1205 Triplett Street Open Saturdays April - October 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Fresh is best! Owensboro Regional Farmers Market features locally grown vegetables, flowers, meats and baked goods. When you visit the Farmers Market, you can be sure that everything you see is fresh, wholesome, safe to eat, and delicious for you and your family.

Enjoy the freshness, flavor, and excellence of Kentucky Proud Produce as around 50 local farmers, artisans, and vendors set up at the market.

It really makes a difference when you purchase locally grown fruits and vegetables. You provide your family with garden fresh taste and quality, while also helping the community by keeping your food dollars close to home.

The Farmers Market is open from mid-April through October. Opening day is Saturday April 16, and the market will be open 6:30 a.m.- noon Saturday, and Tuesdays/Thursdays starting in June, at the corner of Parish Ave and Triplet St., 1205 Triplett St. Visit owensbororegionalfarmersmarket.org for a seasonal produce guide or find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ OwensboroRegionalFarmersMarket

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hether you’re an experienced pro or a first-time golfer, our guide to the area courses will have you off the tee box and on the green in no time.

PANTHER CREEK GOLF COURSE

The golf course is located approximately 10 miles from Owensboro in rural,

southwest Daviess County. Panther Creek offers an 18-hole golf course complimented by a clubhouse with food and beverage service, and seating inside or outside. Whether on the wraparound porch or the patio area, views of the golf course are all around.

The golf course itself has two contrasting sides with the original nine, built in the

early 1970’s, and the back nine, which was constructed and open for play in 2000. The golf course was constructed around what was the old Panther coal mine. The par 70 layout is very golfer friendly in terms of overall length and degree of difficulty. Both nines offer a lot of character, with many holes defined by tall natural areas, mounding, sand and grass bunkers, elevated teeing areas, as well as water hazards, which can be found on almost half of the 18-hole layout.

PCGC offers a men’s league on Tuesday afternoons, senior scrambles on Tuesday

and Thursday mornings and ladies day every Friday. Seniors receive a discount everyday (55 and up) and special mid-morning and afternoon rates are available daily for the regular and the senior golfer.

Outings and scrambles of most any size are welcome throughout the season.

Panther Creek offers a unique blend of rural country setting along with the physical characteristics that define the golf course.

HILLCREST GOLF COURSE

Hillcrest Golf Course is a nine-hole regulation course with four sets of tee mark-

ers. It features rolling terrain and small, bent-grass greens that require pin-point accuracy. From the back tees, the course plays at 6,050 yards for an 18-hole round, with a course rating of 67.4 and slope rating of 122 for the par 70 layout. Hillcrest has a practice putting green and chipping green on the 70-acre property.

Hillcrest was once Whitely Deer Farm, featuring deer and buffalo on the grounds until 70 acres were leased to the Owensboro Jaycees in the 1930’s.

In 1954, the city of Owensboro’s recreation board took over Hillcrest at the

request of the Jaycees, and in 1969 purchased the property, making it a permanent member of the Parks Organization.

From 1999-2001, a series of improvements were performed at Hillcrest Golf Course.

The City added Bermuda fairways, a new golf cart fleet, and the construction of a new pro shop, which opened in 2001.

Hillcrest golf course continues to be a city staple, with its ideal location and beau-

tiful rolling terrain, which has proven popular with golfers of all ages. The course offers an annual Business League, Men’s and Ladies Association events and a Go-Series Junior event. Its low fee structure and open design make it ideal for juniors, seniors, ladies and beginners, or golfers just looking for a quick nine holes of golf!

One of the unique features of Hillcrest is hole number 2. It is a 136-172-yard Par

3, depending on which tees you play, with a postage stamp green. The green slopes dramatically from back to front with runoffs on both sides. This makes for a very difficult hole, even though it’s a short shot.

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BEN HAWES GOLF COURSE

Ben Hawes Golf Course is a municipal golf course that is open to the public 12 months a year. Ben Hawes offers an 18-hole, par 71 championship layout that stretches to 6,635 yards. It has practice areas that include a driving range, large putting green and separate chipping and pitching area. It also has a nine-hole Par 3 golf course, that is lighted on the summer weekends and is great for a quick round, beginners, young golfers or just a chance to work on your short game.

Ben Hawes also provides a full service pro-shop with a selection ranging from accessories, golf balls, golf shoes and apparel. Ben Hawes has an outdoor grill open on weekends during the golf season, offering cheeseburgers, hotdogs, bratwurst and a cold beverages. In addition to the outside grill, a beverage cart service will begin late this spring allowing sales of snacks and drinks to customers on course.

Ben Hawes is host to many tournaments and outings throughout the season, including the final round of the Men’s City Tournament, the Ladies City Tournament, and in June, a Kentucky Junior PGA Tour event. The course hosts a Greater Owensboro Junior Golf Series event and is the home of The First Tee of Owensboro. The First Tee offers juniors ages 5-18 an opportunity to learn about golf, as well as learn important life skills associated with the game of golf. It certifies over 200 area children yearly and sees over 3,500 children through various school programming. Ben Hawes is also the home course of the Brescia University Bearcats men’s and women’s golf teams and the boy’s and girl’s golf teams of Daviess County, Apollo, Owensboro and Owensboro Catholic High Schools.

One of the unique features of Ben Hawes is its layout. The front nine is a par 35 layout that plays longer than its 3,165 yards. Its number 2 hole was named the hardest par 4 in the Owensboro area by the Messenger-Inquirer in 2010. The number 2 hole at Ben Hawes is a 444-yard, par 4 that doglegs to the right over a ditch, with out of bounds left and leaves a long second shot to an elevated green. The back nine is a links layout and has a series of long par 4s and two par 5s in its par 36 layout. Together they offer a player the chance to hit almost every club in their bag. The hardest feature about Ben Hawes is the series of large ditches that intertwine between the front and back nine

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holes. The course also has 34 sand traps strategically located throughout the course.

The ditches come into play on eight holes, with the most difficult locations on the front nine.

OWENSBORO COUNTRY CLUB

Owensboro Country Club was established in 1919 and is considered one of the finest private clubs in Western Kentucky. The 18-hole course features tree-lined Bermuda fairways, bent grass greens, and four sets of zoysia grass tees, making it very golfer friendly with tee placements ranging from 5,294 to 6,518 yards-- a delight for golfers of all abilities. Their family tees for younger players range from 2,142 to 3,573 yards. There are five lakes that add beauty and risk to your round of golf. Superintendent Kevin Glover and his staff are fully committed to keeping the quality of the course at the highest level attainable.

Owensboro Country Club also has a fully-stocked pro shop that carries the latest and greatest in all areas of golf from fashion to the newest clubs in golf today. The club also offers a full-service golf club repair shop. Some of the services available are lie and loft changes, extending and shortening shafts, re-shafting, and re-gripping. All of the repairs are done in house by a PGA Professional in a timely fashion to get you back on the course as quickly as possible. In addition to these services, OCC also offers private lessons and custom club fitting. Head PGA Golf Professional Jason Fitch has extensive experience in both private lessons as well as custom club fitting, using the Titleist Custom Fitting Systems.

Visit www.theowbcc.com for more information and also find a free mobile app download that is featured in both the Apple and Android stores.

Call the Owensboro Country Club now for current membership promotions and opportunities at (270) 683-6265, ext. 11.

WINDRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB

In 1848, the courts appointed County Judge George W. Triplett to purchase land in Daviess County in order to provide a place to live for those who were struggling. A 170-

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acre farm, five miles from the outskirts of town, was purchased for the so-called poor farm, which housed 8-10 residents. In 1890, a property tax was levied to help support the farm. By the 1950s, more governmental agencies were created to help the impoverished and new regulations came into effect. Compliance to the new regulations made keeping the farm open an impossibility. In 1957 County Judge T. B. Birkhead disbanded the farm and sold the remaining land. Floyd Jean, owner and operator of Jean-Purdy Sporting Goods Store, along with 30 couples, purchased the land and created the 9-hole family-oriented club, named Windridge by Virginia Dodson. The back nine opened in September 1961. The home of the caretaker of the poor farm served as the original clubhouse until a new clubhouse was built in 1962. The pool and pool house were added and completed by 1965.

Today the 18-hole Windridge course features 6,050 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. Windridge is one of the area’s most attractive courses with rolling hills, challenging greens, numerous water features and strategically-placed sand traps.

Windridge Country Club is a semi-private course, open to public play on most days.

The club offers three types of memberships: stockholder memberships, social memberships, and pool only memberships for families and for singles. The course is open for play daily with tee times required on weekends prior to noon. The pro shop is a small area where players and guests sign in for play, sign up for tee times, find information on upcoming events and can purchase towels, tees, balls, snacks, soft drinks and beer.

Windridge Country Club also features a restaurant and lounge/bar, as well as a banquet room/ballroom/reception hall, which is available for rental to both members and the general public.

Windridge hosts a variety of events throughout the year. The golf course hosts an annual Men’s Goldrush tournament and The Ladies Goldrush tournament, both of which are open to the general public. For members only, the club holds a Men’s Member-Guest tournament, weekly Couples’ Golf with a fall Couple Final Fling event. Additionally, a Memorial Day Scramble, a Fourth of July Scramble, a Labor Day Scramble and the Romeo and Juliet scramble are held annually and are open to the general public on a first come, first served reservation system. Windridge Country Club will also set up privately-hosted golf outings associated with weddings and other club rentals, and privately-hosted member activities, such as the annual John H. Ward Memorial Golf Scramble.

THE PEARL CLUB

The Summit opened in 1993 and was owned by the Miles family until Terry Delk purchased the club in February of 2014. The club includes the golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts and practice facilities. The Pearl Club golf course is a challenging 6,900 + yards from the tips and is noted as “Western Kentucky’s Premier Golf Course.”

The views looking out from the course are superb as the course sits at the highest point in Daviess County. The Pearl Club has an entirely new management team, including Jason Cox, Head Golf Professional; Don Mitchel, Director of Instruction; Ben Newman, Course Superintendent; Scott Delk, Director of Food and Beverage; Melody Delk, CFO; and Terry Delk, CEO, and Club Manager.

TPC is a semi-private course where “the public is always invited and our members are catered to.” The restaurant is open Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. during season. It is also open to the public.

The Club boasts the area’s only indoor, full swing simulator that is available by appointment to members and the public. Don and Jason are developing a new program for instruction and game development. They are looking into starting a junior program, as well.

With recently converted fairways to zoysia grass last summer, TPC expects to have superb fairways and greens when the weather warms.

The Pearl Club pro shop is fully stocked with an assortment of clubs from Titleist, Calloway, Taylor Made, Scotty Cameron, Odyssey and more. They also carry balls, gloves, apparel and accessories.

For more information, visit their website at TPCowensboro.com or call (270) 281GOLF (4653). O

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SPORTS GUIDE BASEBALL

OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA T-BALL Location: All practices and games take place at Kentucky Wesleyan Contact: 270-926-9622 Ages: 3-6 Fees: Members - $45 / NonMembers - $90 Dates: April - May LIL’ SLUGGERS T-BALL Location: Pleasant Grove Baptist Church (5664 KY-56) Contact: www.pgbchurch.com Ages: 3-6 (by August 1st) Dates: Season spans from July September. Includes 6 games and 8 practices.

Fees: $45 per player OWENSBORO PARKS AND REC FALL T-BALL LEAGUE Location: All games will be played at the Owensboro Softball Complex at Jack C. Fisher Park Contact: 270-687-8700 Ages: 3-4 league & 5-6 league Fees: $56 per child (includes t-shirt and hat) $10 sibling discount Dates: Season is August - October.

OWENSBORO PARKS & REC SPRING BASEBALL LEAGUE

Location: Owensboro Softball Complex at Jack C. Fisher Park Contact: 270-687-8700 Ages: Rookie (7-8 yrs), Minor (9-10 yrs), Major (11-12 yrs) Fees: $50 per player or $500 per team Dates: May-July.

OWENSBORO PARKS & REC FALL BASEBALL LEAGUE Location: Owensboro Softball Complex at Jack C. Fisher Park Contact: 270-687-8700 Ages: Rookie (7-8 yrs), Minor (9-10 yrs), Major (11-12 yrs) Fees: $53 per player or $530 per team Dates: August through October.

WESTERN CAL RIPKEN BASEBALL Location: Moreland Park (1215 Hickman Ave) Contact: 270-929-3870, Ages: Boys and girls, ages 4 through 12 Dates: Registration Saturdays in February EASTERN CAL RIPKEN BASEBALL Location: Chautauqua Park (Bluff Avenue/

Parrish) Contact: 270-314-3108 Ages: Boys and girls, ages 3 through 12 Fees: $65 Dates: Registration Saturdays in February at O’boro Parks & Rec SOUTHERN LITTLE LEAGUE Location: Southern Park (2815 South Griffith Avenue) Contact: www.southernlittleleague. org Ages: Boys and girls, ages 5 through 12 Fees: $120 per child and $50 for each sibling.

Dates: Registration/Tryouts in February OWENSBORO DAVIESS COUNTY BABE RUTH BASEBALL Location: Panther Creek Park Contact: www.odcyouthsports.com Ages: Boys 13-18 Fees: $80 Other info: ODC Babe Ruth is open to all Daviess Co. & Owensboro residents.

THE NEXT LEVEL WOODEN BAT LEAGUE Location: All games played in a local park Contact: 270-683-1354 or tnlsportsfacility@gmail.com Ages: Boys & Girls, 8 - High School Dates: Registration starts in July.

Other info: Each participant gets a wooden bat OWENSBORO CATHOLIC YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE Contact: info@owensborocatholicleague.com, www.owensborocatholicleague.com Ages: Pee Wee, Rookie Baseball, Minor Baseball, Major Baseball Fee: $85 one child, $135 two children same family, $165 three or more children from the same family.

Late fee of $10 per player for those that register after February OWENSBORO PARKS & REC MIDDLE SCHOOL BASEBALL LEAGUE Contact: 270-687-8700 Ages: Player ages 12, 13 and 14 year olds play on 54/80 fields.

Fee: $50 a player or $500 per team up to 14 players.

Dates: Season begins the first week of May.

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Dates: Registration opens in September. Practice starts first week of December. Games are January and February.

Fee: $70 Ages: Kindergarten (boys & girls) Location: First Baptist Church Contact: Christian Life Center 270683-3505 (Basketball only, no cheer) Ages: 1st – 6th grade (boys & girls) Location: Bellevue Contact: 270-685-5103 (Basketball and cheerleading) Ages: 1st – 8th grade (boys & girls) Location: Owensboro Christian Contact: Josh Lambert 270-8522612 (Basketball and cheerleading) 4-HIM BASKETBALL Location: Lewis Lane Baptist Church (2600 Lewis Lane) Contact: 270-684-4266 or david@lewislanebc.org Ages: Boys and girls ages 5yr-5th grade Dates: Sign-ups start in October.

The season will be played on Saturdays in January & February.

THE NEXT LEVEL BASKETBALL ACADEMY Contact: 270-683-1354 or tnlsportsfacility@gmail.com Ages: Boys and girls, 1st-8th grades Dates: Seasonal leagues (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) 8-10 weeks long, 2 nights a week.

OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA YOUTH BASKETBALL Location: 900 Kentucky Parkway/ YMCA Gym Contact: 270-926-9622 Ages: 3-6 Fee: $45 members/$90 nonmembers Dates: Season runs mid-January to mid-February.

BOWLING

DIAMOND LANES YOUTH BOWLING LEAGUES Locations: Diamond Lanes South (410 Carlton Dr) and Diamond Lanes Midtown (1901 Triplett St) Contact: 270-685-2695. Sign up year round at www.diamondlanes.net.

Ages: Youth leagues for all age divisions ranging from 3-20. Boys and girls play together.

Dates: Leagues start in May and September at both our locations.

CHEERLEADING

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CHEER ZONE Location: 3644 Edna Ct Contact: 270-683-0202 cheer-zone.com cheerzoneinc@hotmail.com Ages: Tumbling classes starting at age 3 for $40 per month. Cheer Zone All Stars travel teams start at age 5.

Dates: Enroll in class at any time!

CZAS Tryouts are in late April/early May for each season.

We also have Open Gym from 7 p.m.

- 8 p.m. for $5. Do not need to be a class member to attend. Ages 5-18.

DANCE

JOHNSON’S DANCE STUDIO Location: 2705 Breckenridge St Contact: 270-684-9580 www.johnsonsdancestudio.com Ages: 2 and up Year round dance classes includes creative 2’s, ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, aerial silks and cardio soul Owensboro Dance Theatre also offers week-long summer camps.

MUSICK STUDIOS Location: 411 East 2nd Street Contact: 270-688-8908 Ages: 2/3 through Adults.

Dates: The dance season runs from August to May, culminating in an all-studio Showcase at the RiverPark Center in May. Open registration runs May through July.

Registration forms are found on website at www.musickstudios.com.

Other info: Dance classes include: Hip-Hop, Ballet, Lyrical Hip-Hop, Boys Street, and Step.

FIGURE SKATING

THE EDGE ICE CENTER SKATING SCHOOL

EDGE ICE CENTER FREESTYLE ICE Location: 1400 Hickman Avenue Dates: Mondays, 4:45-5:45 p.m.

Fridays, 3:45-4:45 p.m.

Fees: $6 per 1-hour session. $6 per person. Pass cards available. 12 visits for the price of 10!

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DAVIESS COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL CHEERLEADING Contact: 270-929-0681 Ages: Rookie 5-7, Varsity 8-12 Fees: Early registration is $25, after July 1st $35

Location: 1400 Hickman Avenue Contact: 270-687-8720. Class levels and descriptions available at www.owensboroparks.org.

Fees: $31, includes 1 hour of ice time (30 minutes of instruction plus 30 minutes of practice ice), skate rental, and 2 free Edge passes.

Dates: 3-week sessions in June and July.

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UPWARDS CHEERLEADING Locations: 1st – 6th grade games played at Bellevue 1st – 8th grade games played at Owensboro Christian Contact: 270-684-4226 Fees: $70 Dates: Registration opens in September. Practice starts first week of December. Games are January and February.

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OWENSBORO DAVIESS COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE Location: Waymond Morris Park (5200 Todd Bridge Road) Contact: 270-929-0681 or 270-683-4994 Register online at www.odcyouthsports.com Ages: 4-12 Fees/Dates: March 1st to July 1st for ONLY $25 Dollars!! Regular cost after July 1st $35.00 KIDS FOOTBALL LEAGUE (KFL) Contact: 270-929-1236 or www.kidsfootballleague.com.

Dates: Live registrations will be July 1st & 2nd and July 8th & 9th at Academy Sports.

KFL combine July 15th.

KWC YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP (IN COOPERATION WITH KFL) Contact: 270-302-8373 Fee: $80.00 for each participant.

Other info: NON-CONTACT Fundamental Camp. All participants will receive Camp T-Shirt and season pass to all KWC Football Home Games.

APOLLO HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL CAMP Contact: 270-852-7100 or daniel. crume@daviess.kyschools.us Ages: Grades K-8 Fees: $40 per camper ($20 for each additional child from the same immediate family) DAVIESS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP Location: DCHS Practice/Game Field Contact: 270-929-7500 or chris.renfrow@daviess.kyschools.us

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OWENSBORO PARKS & REC JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS INTRO TO GOLF Location: Session 1 – Hillcrest Golf Course Session 2 – Ben Hawes Golf Course Contact: 270-687-8700 Call for times.

Fee: $41 per person, includes range balls, gifts and prizes Dates: Both sessions in June Ages: 2nd grade to 8th grade Fees: Pre-registration $30 / Walk-up registration $40 Dates: June. Online Registration available March 1st – www. daviesscountyfootball.com Other info: Camp will include a free T-shirt for all campers. Other prizes will be awarded on a daily basis.

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OWENSBORO JUNIOR GOLF FOUNDATION (FORMERLY THE FIRST TEE OF OWENSBORO) Location: Ben Hawes Golf Course Contact: Charles Whelan, PGA, Program Director, 270-302-8402 Dates: Spring Session: April – May; Summer Session: June – August; Fall Session: August – October Ages: 5-18 Fees: Annual Fee per Family – $50 Session Fee – $40 (7 week classes) Tuition assistance available for families in need.

GYMNASTICS

OWENSBORO GYMNAST Location: 3239 Alvey Park Dr E Contact: 270-926-3491 Ages: Pre-School: age 2 (pottytrained) to 6 years; for beginners, learning structured gymnastics with lots of fun.

Recreational Gymnastics: age 6 to high school; for those looking to gain experience in floor gymnastics, balance beam, vault and bars.

Tumbling: age 8 to high school; for those interested in floor gymnastics.

ITUMBLE AND BOUNCE Contact: 270-240-4800 itumbleandbounce@gmail.com itumbleandbounce.biz Ages: 18months-Adult Fees: Varies from class to class, averaging around $68 Other info: Power Tumbling and Trampoline School that offers recreational class, competitive teams, an innovative special needs program,

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DYNASTY SPORTS PERFORMANCE Location: Salvation Army gym located at 2nd Street & South Ewing Rd Contact: 904-400-8096, dspsportstraining.com or info@ dspsportstraining.com Other info: Specializing in Speed, agility, quickness and more! Sport Specific training in Football, Basketball, Soccer. Group sessions & privates available. Age groups, training session schedules, and other information can be found on the DSP Website.

BEJOLI GYMNASTICS, INC. Location: 10743 Hwy 764, Whitesville, KY Contact: 270-929-0799, bejoligymnastics@aol.com or find Bejoli on Facebook Dates: Recreational classes throughout the school year: Mondays at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Summer classes: Mondays at 4 p.m. and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.

Fees: Classes are $8 per class or twice a week for $12 Ages: Ages 3 and up.

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GREEN RIVER TRI CLUB Contact: 270-315-9898 or 410-9614432 or email greenrivertriclub@gmail.com Ages: 8 and up Other info: Green River Tri is a kids’ triathlon team/club. Last year, GRT expanded to families.

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OWENSBORO PARKS AND REC CHALLENGER SPORTS BRITISH UN N SOCCER CAMP TY TA N Location: Thompson Berry YO O E2 S UT JA H S (EDGE Park BY OCC S O ER AS T SOCIATION // PHO ELITE) Contact: 270-687-8700. Register PERFORMANCE online at TRAINING www.challengersports.com Location: 4617 Sutherland Rd Dates: June Contact: facebook.com/edgeelite Other info: Camp includes FREE ball Other info: Edge Elite is a 6 week & T-shirt sports performance program that works with athletes to help them DAVIESS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL excel in their sport or desired area of BOY’S AND GIRL’S SOCCER CAMP athletic performance.

Location: Deer Park Soccer Complex Contact: SOCCER David.sandifer@daviess.kyschools.us OWENSBORO UNITED SOCCER CLUB Ages: 4-12 years Location: Thompson-Berry Soccer Fee: $60 per camper (Players will Complex (1 Carter Road/60W) receive a ball and t-shirt as part of Contact: Register at www. camp.) owensborounited.com or pick up a Dates: Late July/early August form at Legends.

Other info: Registration form can be Fee: $50 for U4-U5 and $120 for downloaded from www.dchs.dcps.org U6-U12. Each athlete receives a DSP Soccer Academy Jersey.

SPORTSTUTOR YOUTH ACADEMY Dates: U4 & U5 play games on Contact: Contact: Ty@sportstutor.net, Saturdays. U6 & U7 train once a week 270-570-0303 and play games on Saturdays. U8 to Dates: March-May U12 Academy practices on Mondays Age: Birth Year 2010, 2009, 2008 (Boys and Tuesdays and plays games on and Girls)

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OWENSBORO YOUTH HOCKEY ASSOCIATION Location: All practices and games take place at the Edge Ice Center, 1400 Hickman Avenue, next to the Owensboro Sportscenter.

Contact: www.owensborohockey.com Ages: Nine age divisions. The league is open to boys and girls ages 4 through 17 years of age.

Dates: Practices begin in October, followed by games starting in November, and finish with in-house tournaments in March.

EAST COUNTY SOCCER LEAGUE Location: Heritage Christian Field (3585 Thurston Dermont Road) Contact: 270-314-4555 or email eastcountysoccerleague@gmail.com to register Ages: 5-13 Fee: $30/player Dates: ECSL Spring Season March – May. One game and one practice per week. Please register by March 1st.

DAVIESS COUNTY YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION Location: Horse Fork Creek Park Contact: www.dcysa. com Ages: U4-U19 Fees: U4-$45 / U6+ $65 Dates: Spring season: April - May; Fall season: End of August through mid-October

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THE EDGE ICE CENTER SUMMER HOCKEY LEAGUE Location: 1400 Hickman Avenue Contact: Register through www.owensborohockey.com Ages: 7-17 Dates: Season consists of 10 games.

Mondays and Wednesdays, June & July from 6-9 p.m.

Thursdays.

Other info: Owensboro United Soccer Club has partnered with Dynasty Soccer Academy to run the recreational program.

Fees: $175 Other info: Sportstutor FA will offer a program for boys and girls born in 2008, 2009, and 2010 that will focus on technical skill and soccer development training over an eight week period.

Sessions will take place at Horse Fork Creek Soccer Park / 2 trainings per week and at SportsTutor.

Age: Birth Year 2007, 2006, 2005 Fees: $255 Other info: Sportstutor FA will offer a program for boys and girls born in 2005, 2006, and 2007. The program will consist of a 18 training sessions, friendly matches, Champions League in-house matches, and travel events.

Training and all Champions League matches will be taught outside at Horse Fork Soccer Complex or inside at SportsTutor.

FUTSAL Contact: Ty@sportstutor.net, 270-570-0303 Age: players born from 2010 to 2005 Dates: Training will begin in March and end the last week in May or first week of June.

Fees: $175 for players born 2008, 2009, 2010; $255 for players 2007, 2006, 2005 Other info: Training will consist of 2 to 3 days per week at SportsTutor or Horse fork creek park. This program will feature a combination of soccer and futsal. Futsal is a 5-side soccerlike game played on a court. It absolutely enhances soccer player development.

SOFTBALL

THE NEXT LEVEL FAST PITCH TRAVEL SOFTBALL TEAM Contact: 270-683-1354 or tnlsportsfacility@gmail.com Ages: 6 & Under, 8 & Under, 10 & Under, 12 & Under (Space is limited) Dates: Open try-outs in late fall; team travels regionally in the Winter, Spring & Summer.

DAVIESS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH FASTPITCH CAMP Contact: Updates and registration information will be posted on the DCHS softball website.

Ages: For grades 2-8 OWENSBORO CATHOLIC YOUTH SOFTBALL LEAGUE Contact: info@ owensborocatholicleague.com www.owensborocatholicleague.com Ages: 8U Softball, 10U Softball, 13U Softball Fees: $85 one child, $135 two children

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same family, $165 three or more children from the same family.

OWENSBORO PARKS & REC FALL SOFTBALL LEAGUE Ages: 8U, 10U, 13U Dates: August - October Game Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Fees: $50/player or $500/team Includes t-shirt, hat and award. Individual registrations will go into a free agent pool.

SWIMMING

OWENSBORO PARKS & REC LEARN TO SWIM CLASSES Location: Cravens and Combest pool Contact: 270-687-8700 Ages: 5 and above Fee: $51 (Includes 45 minutes of instruction, 15 minutes of free swim, 2 free Edge Ice Center passes and free swimming on Saturdays at either pool location.)

Dates: 4 sessions through June/July, Monday-Friday Other info: Min/Max: 4/20 Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned swimmer, we have a class that will fit your needs. Classes range in skill levels and follow the guidelines and procedures set by the American Red Cross. Preschool aquatics and Parent/Tot free swims also available.

OWENSBORO MARLINS Location: Owensboro Health Healthpark (1006 Ford Avenue) Contact: 270-903-6495 or vpreda85@gmail.com Registration forms can be found at www.owensboromarlins.com under “contact us” tab.

Dates: Children are welcome to join at any time during the season, but please be aware that the other children will have been practicing since September.

Other info: Owensboro Marlins is a USA Swimming year round competitive swim team offering high quality professional coaching and technique instruction for all ages and abilities.

OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA PROGRESSIVE GROUP SWIM LESSONS (AGES 3 AND UP) Location: 900 Kentucky Parkway Contact: 270-926-9622 Fees: Members - $30 / Non-Members - $95 Dates: year-round YMCA PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS Contact: 270-926-9622 Fees: Members: $17 per lesson Non Members: $30 per lesson Package Deal (Buy 5 get one FREE): Members: $85 Non Members: $150 Other info: By appointment only. Call for details.

TAE KWON DO/MARTIAL ARTS HIDDEN SAMURAI - BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU Location: 1741 Scherm Rd Contact: 270-925-2688 Ages/Fees: 2-5 yr - $60/month for two 30-min sessions: Mon/Thur 4:45-5:15 p.m.; 6-12 yr -$70/

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month for two 45-min sessions: Mon/Thur 5:306:15 p.m.

Other info: Teaching “Lil Samurais” focus and discipline, mental and physical Fitness, selfconfidence, strength, and flexibility thru Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.

JONES ATA MARTIAL ARTS Location: 1020 Halifax Dr Ste 103 Contact: 270-691-0508 or www.owensboroblackbelt.com Ages: Tigers (3-6 year olds), Karate for Kids (6-14 year olds), and the Teen/ Adult (15 and up) Other info: At Jones’ ATA Martial Arts, our goal is to provide the most comprehensive, age-specific martial arts training programs available on the market today.

CHAI’S MARTIAL ARTS Location: 409 Salem Drive Contact: 270.683.7674 Ages: 3 - adult Fees: $50-$85 Other info: Creating honor, strength and courage through Karate & Tae Kwon Do, Self-Defense and Tai Chi. OWENSBORO PARKS AND REC JUNIOR TAE KWON DO Location: Owensboro Parks and Recreation Administrative Center (1530 McJohnson Avenue)

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Contact: 270-687-8700 Ages: 5-8: 8-8:45 a.m. or 9-9:45 a.m.

9-12: 10-10:45 a.m.

Fee: $25 Dates: TBA Other info: This program will help your child develop flexibility, stamina, motor skills, strength, energy, self-confidence, and balance. Classes are once per week for six weeks for ages 5-8 and 9-12. Class Min/Max: 12/25

Contact: 270-926-9622

TENNIS

Ages: For all ages Pre-K thru 6th grade that attend

OWENSBORO DAVIESS COUNTY TENNIS ASSOCIATION JUNIOR CLINICS Location: 2965 Bittel Road Contact: 270-240-4213 or odcta@outlook.com Find us on Facebook @ Owensboro Daviess County Tennis Association Ages: 10 and Under, middle school, JV/Varsity CENTRE COURT, OWENSBORO TENNIS COMPLEX Location: 2965 Bittel Road Contact: 270-240-4213. www.owensborotennis.net Ages: Individidual and group lessons available for all ages. Youth league play and junior tournaments.

Other info: Open year round with 6 indoor courts and 9 outdoor courts WRESTLING OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA YOUTH WRESTLING Locations: 900 Kentucky Parkway

Ages: Grades 2-5 Fees: Members $80 / Non-Members - $100 Dates: Season runs February – April Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

DAVIESS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH WRESTLING CAMP/LEAGUE Contact: DCHS Head Coach 270-316-7670 one of the following schools: Meadow Lands Elem, East View Elem, Country Heights Elem, Deer Park Elem, Highland Elem, Whitesville Elem and Daviess County Middle. Also any 6th grader that goes to College View Middle who will be attending Daviess County High.

Fee: $60 Dates: March - June DAVIESS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER WRESTLING CAMP Contact: Curtis Martinson, DCHS Head Coach 270316-7670 Ages: Pre-K through 12 Fee: $75 (Includes lunch Sat) Dates: Fri/Sat July 21 - July 22 Camp is put on by college coaches to help you become a more polished wrestler.

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CIVIC LEADERSHIP

PHOTO BY JASON TANNER

BY: JAQUELINE JORDAN

Chamber Fuels Local Economy Owensboro’s economy has seen a resurgence

members. They develop leaders for the continued

As college students return home to Owensboro

of entrepreneurs, new business, and continued

growth of the region and they organically grow

and other young professionals move to town for

growth over the past few years and that spark of

membership by providing exceptional service.

employment opportunities, many are looking for

ambition can be attributed to the nurturing spirit

Two of their most well-known programs, Cham-

a way to get in touch with their peers and their

of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Com-

ber Young Professionals and Leadership Owens-

community. CYP provides that and is open to

merce.

boro, exemplify these goals.

all “professionals,” from bankers and teachers to

of experience in championing local growth, the

CHAMBER YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

Chamber is a vital collaborator in the community.

A dynamic group of 21-40-year-olds is changing

ant part in the community. This group focuses on

They set the standard for business development

the landscape of Owensboro. Chamber Young

what they want the community to look like years

initiatives and advocacy for the region.

Professionals, known as CYP, is the perfect orga-

down the road, and that vision can’t be achieved

nization for young members of the community

without being all-inclusive.

With more than 1,000 members and a century

Owensboro needs every industry working together to succeed and that everyone plays an import-

Governed by a board of directors who represent

who work in Owensboro and want to be involved

a sampling of membership, the Chamber focuses

in the community, network, and socialize.

on creating opportunities for the success of their

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nurses and agriculture workers. CYP believes that

CYP offers business networking opportunities of course, but its social connections and community

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involvement are the true program stars. Members give back through many philanthropic events, enjoy social activities like forming a softball team, and get to experience special nights with local organizations such as the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra and Friday After 5.

LEADERSHIP OWENSBORO Going strong since the 1980’s, the leadership development program, Leadership Owensboro, gives citizens an inside look at what makes the city tick.

A partnership between the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce and Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation, Leadership Owensboro takes a group of 20-30 business and community leaders from all sectors and ages and immerses them in an eye-opening 9-month program.

Participants leave their occupations for one day a month to learn about different aspects of Owensboro. After orientation, class days focus on Human Needs and Services; Education; Innovation and Growth; Local Government; Healthcare; a Class trip to State Capitol; Jail, Crime and Drugs; and Quality of Life and Arts.

ECONOMIC Climate 10%

$117,500

UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

9%

Kentucky U.S. Labor Market Daviess County

8% 7% 6%

$22,773

5% 4% 3% 2011

$48,791

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2014

MAJOR NON-GOVERNMENT EMPLOYERS: Owensboro Health - 4,125 US Bank Home Mortgage - 2,120 Titan Contracting & Leasing - 900 Specialty Foods Group - 600 WalMart (2 superstores) - 541 Toyotetsu MidAmerica LLC - 500 Glenmore Distillery - 420 Metalsa - 400 R&B Foods Inc. - 400 Kimberly-Clark Corp - 370 UniFirst - 335 Canteen Service Company - 315 Swedish Match North America 275 MPD, Inc. - 250 The Hines Group, Inc. - 240 Boardwalk - 215

2015

2016

Per Capita Income

METAL MANUFACTURERS AND SUPPLIERS IN THE REGION: Aleris Rolled Products Century Aluminum Columbia Specialty Metals McElroy Metals Premium Allied Tool Southwire AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURERS IN THE REGION: Daicel Safety Systems Daramic EPC, Inc. Metalsa Ritatsu Toyotetsu

Median Household Income

Median Home Price

GLOBAL FOOD BRANDS PRODUCED IN THE REGION: Bertolli Field Hams Glenmore Distillery Perdue Farms, Inc. PF Chang Ragu Bimbo Sazerac Spirits COMING SOON: In 2016, Alorica announced location to Downtown Owensboro and the hire of approximately 840 people over a three-year period.

The class members have requirements they must complete before graduation, including an interview, leadership goals, attendance and participation at Rooster Booster Breakfasts, attending City and County meetings and an Owensboro Police Department ride-along.

There’s also a group project, where participants are placed in groups and come up with a project that would serve the community.

Graduates of the program, recent and from years past, can’t sing the program’s praises enough. Most say it gave them a look at Owensboro they would never have otherwise seen - some even after living here their whole lives.

To learn more about participating in Chamber Young Professionals or Leadership Owensboro, contact the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce at 270-926-1860. O

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localGOVE R NM E NT city government

Owensboro operates under a City Manager form of government. The Board of Commissioners is made up of a Mayor and four Commissioners.

The citizens, on a non-partisan ballot, elect the Commissioners atlarge. The Mayor is elected to a fouryear term and the Commissioners have two-year terms. The Mayor and Commissioners have equal voting power and they set the policies that govern the City. The Commission appoints citizen advisory groups that help in the decision-making process.

The City Manager is appointed by the Board and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the City’s staff. The department managers are responsible for their various departments and report to the City Manager.

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ELECTED OFFICIALS: Mayor: Tom Watson Mayor Pro Tem: Bob Glenn Commissioner: Larry Conder Commissioner: Pam SmithWright Commissioner: Jay Velotta City Manager: Bill Parrish

daviess county fiscal court

With 98,000 residents, Daviess County is Kentucky’s 7th largest county. Daviess County held a year-long bicentennial (200 years) celebration in 2015. The Fiscal Court represents a community of energetic and forward-looking people from all walks of life, genuinely concerned about their community and how it grows and prospers. For questions or concerns, contact Fiscal Court at 270-685-8424.

FISCAL COURT MEETINGS:

LEFT: MAYOR TOM WATSON R I G H T : COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE AL MATTINGLY PHOTOS BY JAMIE ALEXANDER

The Fiscal Court meets the first and third Thursday at 5pm in the Daviess County Fiscal Courtroom, located on the second floor of the Daviess County Courthouse.

ELECTED OFFICIALS: County Judge Executive: Al Mattingly County Commissioner - West: George Wathen County Commissioner – Central: Charlie Castlen County Commissioner – East: Mike Koger

Hours: Monday - Friday 8am to 4pm (Stations are open and manned 24/7) Daviess County East Landfill 7772 Ky 815, West Louisville, KY Hours: Monday - Friday 7am to 4pm Saturday - 7am to 12pm Daviess County Parks 2620 Hwy 81, Owensboro, KY Hours: Monday -Friday 8am to 4pm Daviess County Public Works 2620 Hwy 81, Owensboro, KY Hours: Monday - Thursday 6am to 4:30pm

FACILITIES: Daviess County Fiscal Court 212 Saint Ann, Room 202, Owensboro, KY Hours: Monday - Friday 8am to 4pm

Transfer Station 2129 Grimes Ave, Owensboro, KY Hours: Monday - Friday 5:30am to 4pm Saturday - 7am to 12pm

Daviess County Engineering 2620 Hwy 81, Owensboro, KY Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm

Daviess County Fire 5005 Hwy 54 East, Owensboro, KY

Knottsville Convenience Center Intersection of Ky 144 and Floral Rd Knottsville, KY Hours: Monday - Thursday 9am to 4pm Friday 8am to 4pm Saturday 8am to 12pm

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GIVING B ACK AN OVERVIEW OF PHIL ANTHROPIC AND CIVIC ORG ANIZATIONS IN O WENSBORO

BY: DANNY MAY

PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATIONS

Junior League of Owensboro In 1937, a group of women formed the “Cotillion Club” working to ensure Owensboro’s children and families had a voice among community developments.

In 1974, that group joined the Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) to further promote volunteerism, develop the potential of women, and to improve the local community through effective action and leadership of its trained volunteers.

Today, the Junior League of Owensboro is approximately 300 members strong and continues to meet many of the needs in our community through hands-on volunteer activities, financial contributions, and public awareness campaigns of issues that affect children and families in the OwensboroDaviess County area.

IMPACT 100 Owensboro IMPACT 100 Owensboro is a simple concept: to combine annual donations from a minimum of 100 members to give large grants each fall to local worthy causes selected by the members. The only membership requirements are to be female and to donate $1,000 each year.

A half membership may be acquired by contributing $500. 100% of donation goes to the grant because separate funds are raised to cover fundraising and administrative costs. For more information visit impact100owensboro.org.

Women’s Guild of Owensboro Each year, the Women’s Guild organizes and hosts a luncheon to benefit other local organizations. For over 80 years, the Women’s Guild Annual Spring Luncheon has been raising money, recently averaging $15,000-$20,000 to local charities. The members of the Guild see their contributions

as solid investments, not only in the individual non-profits, but also in the community as a whole.

Public Life Foundation Established in in 1996 by John and Marjorie Hager, the Public Life Foundation of Owensboro (PLFO), aims to foster broad and meaningful citizen participation in community decisions and public policy.

By gathering information and deliberating ideas and opinions in a public setting, the PLFO hopes to foster a sense of action in the community on topics that matter to Owensboro.

Perhaps most noteworthy, in 2007 the PLFO rallied 600 citizens together in a We The People Town Hall meeting where community members of all walks of life gathered to discuss priorities and strategies to advance Owensboro.

Green River Area Community Foundation The mission of GRACF is to advance philanthropy by serving the charitable interests of donors, enabling increased charitable giving and improving communities by being a permanent philanthropic resource for current and future needs. *For a larger listing of philanthropic organizations, charities, and non-profits, search membership at chamber.owensboro. com.

CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS

Homeless Council of Ohio Valley The HCOV is a team of shelter leaders, volunteers, and other community organizations focused on aiding the local homeless population serving the seven counties in the Green River Area Development District (GRADD). Over next

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three years, the HCOV has set three main priorities: to work to increase the amount of transitional housing units and emergency beds for women and women with children; to create housing for homeless youth and youth that are aging out of the foster care system; and to create a volunteer group with the mission of counseling those who are seeking transitional housing units.

United Way of Ohio Valley Serving Daviess, Hancock, Ohio, McLean, Union, and Webster Counties in Western Kentucky, the mission of the United Way of Ohio Valley, Inc. is to unite the citizens of our partnership communities into an organized effort to provide funds to meet our current and emerging human service needs that are best provided through the voluntary sector.

Audubon Area Community Services A non-profit community action agency providing supportive services to lowincome and at-risk individuals and families in the areas of early childhood education, senior volunteer services, transportation, employment services, community engagement, counseling, affordable housing and energy assistance.

Habitat for Humanity of OwensboroDaviess County Habitat for Humanity is an ecumenical Christian housing ministry which seeks to eliminate poverty housing by building decent, affordable homes with the help of individuals, businesses, churches, and the homeowners themselves. Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County is approaching completion on 130 houses in 2017. * For a much larger listing of civic organizations in Greater Owensboro, search membership at chamber.owensboro.com. O

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ANYTIME FITNESS 3332 Villa Point Suite 106 270-691-9199 ATHENIAN (YMCA) 650 Chuck Gray Ct 270-684-1495 BALANCE 54 3115 Commonwealth Ct B-7 270-993-7181 EDGE BODY BOOT CAMP 4617 Sutherland Rd 270-314-9551 EDGEFIT SPORTS AND FITNESS 4036 Frederica St 270-240-1382 HEALTHPARK 1006 Ford Ave 270-688-5433 OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA 900 Kentucky Pkwy 270-926-9622 OWENSBORO GYM & FITNESS 3239 Alvey Park Dr E 270-926-3491 PLANET FITNESS 3621 Highway 54 270-228-4747 PURE BARRE 2680 Frederica St 270-240-4661 STAY FIT 24 1212 JR Miller Blvd 270-684-7101

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ESSENTIALS

FITNESS

LOCAL MEDIA

RADIO

Owensboro KY 42301 270-683-1558

3301 Frederica St, Owensboro KY 42301 270-683-1558

90.3 WKWC WKWC 90.3 is a 5,000 watt FM radio station locally owned and operated by Kentucky Wesleyan College in Owensboro. WKWC has been on the air since 1983 and features a wide-variety of music.

The eclectic format is known as Triple A (or AAA) and has been described as an “iPod on shuffle” by many listeners. WKWC also features the classic “block programming” on the weekends that feature bluegrass music on Saturday morning and all-day Christian music and programming on Sunday.

More information about WKWC and Kentucky Wesleyan College can be found at kwc.edu.

CROMWELL RADIO

97X 97.1 FM WXCM Modern & Classic Rock WBIO 94.7FM WBIO Classic Country “We Believe in Owensboro” 102.7 “The GAME” 102.7FM WLME ESPN Sports Radio CJ 105.7 105.7FM WCJZ Classic Rock WVJS 92.9FM & AM1420 WVJS Oldies from 70’s, 80’s and 90’s.

“Owensboro’s Greatest Hits” WKCM 101.3FM, 98.7FM, 97.9FM & AM1160 “NASH Icon. Western Kentucky Country Music” WTCJ 93.3FM & AM1230 90s & 2000’s 100.5 “The Vibe” 100.5FM Classic Hip-Hop

TOWN SQUARE MEDIA 3301 Frederica St,

The Country Station 92.5 WBKR www.WBKR.com.

Special programming includes NASCAR and UK Basketball, Live Weather Updates and Wall to Wall Severe Weather Coverage.

News Talk 1490 AM and 99.1 FM www.womiowensboro.com Your Station for News, Talk and Sports. Hourly local news updates 6:30am-5:30pm, Dave Ramsey, Rush Limbaugh, Glenn Beck, plus several locally broadcasted shows, UK Football and Basketball.

MAGAZINES

Owensboro Parent www.owensboroparent.com Covering local events, regional

attractions, health-related articles, education, local businesses, entertainment reviews and travel information, Owensboro Parent strives to be an essential companion for parents.

Owensboro Living www.owensboroliving.com As “The Free Guide to Life in Western Kentucky,” Owensboro Living serves as an informational and entertaining resource for the community, offering readers a unique view of the people, places, and events that make our city stand apart.

GO Chamber GO Chamber (short for Greater Owensboro Chamber) is a quarterly publication of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce.

With innovative business articles, relevant news, and expert advice from professionals, GO Chamber keeps the Chamber membership and community up-to-date on happenings that effect Owensboro’s economic growth and change.

N E W S PA P E R Messenger-Inquirer 1401 Frederica Street Owensboro, KY 42301

TV

OCTV Channel 71 A division of Owensboro Community & Technical College, OCTV offers local origination programs and video production services for the college and the greater Owensboro/Daviess County area.

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WEBSITES CHAMBER.OWENSBORO.COM The online home of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce. Support local. Support Owensboro. Includes a list of events and membership directory of over 1,000 members.

200 E. 3rd St. • 270-926-1860 VISITOWENSBORO.COM Brought to you by the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau. Features news and notes, an events calendar, a visitor’s guide, 215 E. 2nd St. • 270-926-1100 or 800-489-1131 OWENSBOROLIVING.COM The online home of Owensboro Living Magazine. Local stories of people, places, and events in Owensboro delivered daily.

OWENSBOROTICKETS.COM A regional ticketing provider for live entertainment ticketing and event registration needs. Including Owensboro Convention Center, RiverPark Center, and Kentucky Wesleyan basketball.

POLICE.OWENSBORO.ORG Contact information including anonymous Crime Stoppers hotline, overview of services, listing of current cases, and more information for the community.

DAVIESSKY.ORG Daviess County Fiscal Court 212 St. Ann St. • 270-685-8424 OWENSBORO.ORG City of Owensboro 101 E. 4th St. • 270-687-4444

PET CARE Are you bringing 4-legged family members with you to Greater Owensboro? Here is a listing of pet services located in Owensboro.

ALL PAWS CLAWS & HOOVES Grooming, kenneling, horse boarding.

1161 Worthington Rd 270-926-4558

BRACKINS GROOMING SALON 60 years of grooming experience.

515 Salem Dr 270-689-1880

LIFETIME COMPANION Pet cremation service.

519 Locust Street 270-685-5111

EAST SIDE ANIMAL HOSPITAL Vet services and boarding.

3148 Alvey Park Dr E 270-685-0839

OWENSBORO ANIMAL HOSPITAL Vet services. Emergency.

135 Salem Drive 270-926-1888

OWENSBORO PET SITTING In-home pet sitting and taxi service.

270-275-1165

PAMPERED PETS GROOMING 2779 Veach Rd 270-684-8324 THE DAPPER DOG, LLC All breed grooming and dog daycare.

3238 Kidron Valley Way #1 270-478-1057

KAREN’S PET GROOMING

TOWN SQUARE ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Bathing, grooming, and boarding.

Vet services and pet resort.

PET FOOD CENTER

WILLS ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Pet food and supplies.

Vet services, boarding, equine services.

4906 Old Hartford Rd 270-926-0199

2744 Frederica St 270-684-9555

4804 Towne Sq Ct #163 270-685-1111

3030 New Hartford Rd 270-684-3201

PETSMART

OWENSBORO DAVIESS CO UNTY REG IO NAL AIRPORT 2200 Airport Road Owensboro, KY 42301

Allegiant Air (non-stop to Orlando) 702-505-8888 Cape Air (non-stop flights to St. Louis) 866-227-3247 Mon flights – 6 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 4:35 p.m.

Tues flights – 6 a.m.

Wed flights – 6 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 4:35 p.m.

Thurs flights – 6 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 4:35 p.m.

Fri flights – 6 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 4:35 p.m.

Sat flights – 7 a.m., 1:25 p.m.

Sun flights – 9:30 a.m., 4:35 p.m.

National chain. Pet supplies, food, and grooming.

5241 Federica St 270-688-0412

KENTUCKIANA ANIMAL CLINIC Vet services, grooming, boarding.

1500 E 18th St 270-215-4348

NO PLACE LIKE HOME PET SITTING SERVICES In home pet sitting, walks, overnights, home check-ins.

270-231-5184

ON THE GO STUDIO Mobile dog grooming studio.

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COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE 270-685-8434 Extension #1: automobile, boat, and trailer transfers and renewals, first-time registrations, or disabled parking placards Extension #2: dealers, business fleets, phone renewals, and mail-in renewal information Extension #3: legal recordings, marriage licenses, passports, notaries, delinquent taxes, and elections Extension #4: vehicle lien filings 877-855-3013 24 hour phone vehicle and boat registration renewal system DAVIESSCOUNTYCLERK.ORG

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UTILITIES There are many details to take care of when moving to a new town. This list is meant to help you know how to handle high-priority issues like who to call to turn the lights on and get your water running.

GAS Atmos Energy 888-286-6700 atmosenergy.com ELECTRIC City Electric: Owensboro Municipal Utilities 2070 Tamarack Road 270-926-3200 omu.org County Electric: Kenergy 3111 Fairview drive 800-844-4832 kenergycorp.com WATER

City: Owensboro Municipal Utilities 2070 Tamarack Road 270-926-3200 omu.org County: S.E. Daviess County Water 270-685-5594 3400 Bittel Road TRASH REMOVAL BFI Sanitation 2103 Grimes Avenue 270-926-3255 B & J Sanitation 100 Ellis Smeathers Road 270-685-5594

TELEVISION Spectrum 855-243-8892 Dish Network 800-333-3474 Direct TV 800-531-5000 INTERNET Omufibernet 270-926-3200 omu.org Spectrum 855-243-8892

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BANKS BB&T 2800 Frederica (Wesleyan Plaza) 2609 New Hartford Rd 2901 Parrish Ave 3506 Hwy 54 W 3rd St (Downtown)

Chase Bank 200 E 3rd St (Downtown) 1350 Carter Rd (Off Parrish) 3160 Hwy 54 E 2938 Frederica St

Evansville Teachers Federal Credit Union

If you’re moving to Owensboro, will your accounts transfer? Here is a list of national, regional, and local banks in Owensboro.

Independence Bank 2425 Frederica St 3228 Hwy 54 2465 W Parrish Ave

Old National Bank

123 W 4th St (Downtown) 1215 Southtown Blvd (South Frederica) 3012 W Parrish Ave 3230 Mount Moriah (54)

700 Frederica St (Downtown) 1301 Pleasant Valley (Hospital) 2810 Frederica St 2701 New Hartford Rd 5000 Frederica St (Mall)

South Central Bank

1819 Frederica St

1375 Carter Rd 2715 Frederica St 300 Southtown Blvd 3001 Alvey Park Dr W (54)

PNC Bank

Woodforest Bank

PBI Bank

2930 Wimsatt Ct E 2820 N York St

100 W 3rd St (Downtown) 2715 W Parrish Ave 3013 Frederica St

First Security

Republic Bank

313 Frederica St (Downtown) 3560 Frederica St

US Bank

3332 Villa Point Dr (54) 3500 Frederica St

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Fifth Third Bank 500 Frederica St (Downtown) 3205 Frederica St 3264 Hwy 54

FUNERAL HOMES

Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory 900 Old Hartford Rd 270-683-1505 glennfuneralhome.com

Haley-McGinnis Funeral Home and Crematory 519 Locust St 270-684-9891 www.haleymcginnis.com

James H. Davis Funeral Home 3009 Frederica St 270-683-5377 www.davisfuneralhome.com

McFarland Funeral Home 1001 W 5th St 270-684-7704 www.mcfarlandfh.com

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MOVING Checklist

8 WEEKS BEFORE MOVE

☐ Start collecting estimates from moving companies. ☐ Budget for moving expenses. ☐ Create a “move file” to keep track of quotes, receipts and other important information. ☐ Start researching your new community.

• Cable/Satellite and internet • Sewer • Trash Collection ☐ Make travel arrangements for your pets. ☐ Put copies of pet medical and immunization records in your move file. ☐ Host a garage sale.

7 WEEKS BEFORE MOVE

3 WEEKS BEFORE MOVE

☐ Start compiling medical, dental, shot and prescription records. ☐ Ask doctors for referrals in your new city. ☐ Arrange to have school records and veterinarian records transferred. ☐ Gather copies of legal and financial records. ☐ Call your insurance agent to see what changes you need to make to your new policy. ☐ Contact health clubs, organization, and groups to cancel or transfer memberships.

6 WEEKS BEFORE MOVE ☐ Plan how you will move valuables and difficult to replace items (certified mail, or carry them with you). ☐ Begin purging your home. Separate items into those you will keep, donate or discard. ☐ Plan a garage sale. ☐ Start using items that can’t be moved such as frozen foods, bleach, and aerosols (check out do-not-ship items).

5 WEEKS BEFORE MOVE ☐ Order boxes and moving supplies. ☐ Begin packing items you don’t use often. ☐ Clearly label each box with its contents and the room it is destined for. ☐ Pinpoint your move date. ☐ File a change of address with the Postal Service, or ask them to hold your mail at the post office in your new city.

4 WEEKS BEFORE MOVE ☐ Notify these utility services of your move (both at your old and new locations): • Electric • Water • Gas • Telephone • Cell phone

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☐ Dispose of flammables, corrosives, and poisons. ☐ Have your automobile serviced.

2 WEEKS BEFORE MOVE ☐ Notify these professional services of your move: • Accountant • Attorney • Doctor • Dentist • Financial Planner • Health Insurance Provider • Insurance Agent • Schools ☐ Notify these services/accounts of your move: • Auto Finance Company • Bank/Credit Union/Finance Companies • Credit Card Companies • Health Club • Home care service providers (lawn,

exterminator, snow removal etc.)

• Laundry service • Magazines • Monthly memberships (Nexflix, book of the month, etc.)

• Newsletters • Newspapers • Pharmacy • Store/Gas Charge Accounts ☐ Notify these government offices of your move: • City/County Tax Assessor • State Vehicle Registration • Social Security Administration • State/Federal Tax Bureau (IRS) • Veterans Administration ☐ Confirm travel arrangements for pets and family. ☐ Confirm parking for your moving trailer or moving container. Obtain permits if needed.

☐ Plan meals for the last weeks to use up your food. ☐ Assemble a folder of important info about your house for the next home owner.

1 WEEK BEFORE MOVE ☐ Contact your bank or credit card company if you are planning to pay for your move by debit or credit card. ☐ Notify friends and family of your new address and phone number. ☐ Pack an essentials box to keep with you during the move. ☐ Drain gas and oil from lawn equipment, gas grills, heaters, etc. ☐ Drain water hoses and waterbeds. ☐ Measure furniture and doorways to determine if larger pieces will fit through the door. ☐ Empty and defrost refrigerator at least 24 hours before the move. ☐ Fill any prescriptions you will need during the move.

MOVING DAY ☐ Place carpet, floor and door frame protectors throughout your home. ☐ Load goods in a pre-designated order, saving “last load” items for the rear of your shipment. ☐ Check every room and closet one last time to make sure nothing is left behind. ☐ Leave a note with your new address so that future residents can forward stray mail. ☐ Clean your new home, make sure everything is in working condition and make any repairs. ☐ Pick up any mail being held at the local post office. ☐ Unload your items and begin organizing your new home.

AFTER THE MOVE ☐ Keep all receipts and documents in your move file and store it in an easy-toremember location. ☐ Get a new driver’s license and automobile tags, register to vote, etc. ☐ Contact the local paper for a new subscription. ☐ Enjoy your new home!

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