2024 July/August – Owensboro Living

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Trending B E H I N D T H E S C E N E S EDITOR’S NOT E

The True Value of a Home Inside this issue, you’ll find a variety of amazing houses.

For most people, the purchase of a house is the largest investment they’ll ever make. But whether new or old, big, small or in between, once you’ve settled into your new abode, investing time in making memories makes that house a home.

We’ve lived in our current home for 10 years. At our first house, it was just Summer, Jude and me. And we still reminisce about that small bungalow and all of the memories we made in that space. Since then, we’ve added three more kids, a dog, and as I type this, we’re anxiously awaiting the arrival of our newest addition, a baby girl.

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From time with our immediate family, to extended family and friends that are like family, we try to be intentional with our time at home. Summer is a fantastic host, and any time there’s a party, the whole family chips in to get the house and backyard ready to celebrate. And then we all get to enjoy the fruits of our labor – memories with the people we love.

But even without any party planning, we make so many valuable memories at home in our everyday lives. From cooking in the kitchen with Summer to playing basketball or video games with the kids, my favorite time is always at home with my family.

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Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks By Chris Herring I came across this book by way of recommendation from my friend, Craig. As a child of the 80s, I grew up a Michael Jordan fanatic, and despised the New York Knicks, who usually represented the Bulls’ stiffest competition in the Eastern Conference during that era. Even so, any fan of professional basketball, including myself, can appreciate a behind-the-scenes look at one of the NBA’s most storied franchises. The talent, athleticism, colorful cast of players and physical style of play of the 90’s Knicks set them apart from most of the league during an era that many consider to be the golden age of the NBA.

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Contents

JULY/ AUGUST 2024 TRENDING

6 BEHIND THE SCENES A note from our editor.

10 N E W S W O R T H Y

The real people, places and events that shape our community, brought to you by the Owensboro Times.

CULTURE 14 A R T

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man: Owensboro’s Zion Riley Continues to Grow as an Artist and Explore New Mediums

14 I N T H E K N O W

Your guide to what’s happening in and around Owensboro

LIFESTYLE

50 S E N I O R L I V I N G

Scams Against Seniors Are Serious, Lucrative Business

55 H O M E

The Advantages of Building a New Home

56 H O M E

Top Fixes to Increase the Value of Your Home

CHAMBER CURRENT

60 What’s Happening With

FEATURES:

18 REVIVING HOPE

Several Owensboro churches have found new homes, revitalized congregations, and a renewed commitment to community presence.

BY KRISTI MCCABE

23 THE HISTORY OF THE HAPHAZARD Take a look inside Daviess County’s oldest home.

B Y J O H N K I R K PAT R I C K

The Greater Owensboro Chamber Of Commerce

FLAVOR

74 R E S TA U R A N T S P O T L I G H T Oscar’s: Father and Son Duo Open Owensboro’s Newest Mexican Restaurant

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Neighborhood Seafood Boil

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What we’re eating now: Local dishes we can’t live without!

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Trending N E W S W O R T H Y

5 things we’re talking about now

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West Kentucky BBQ Belt Team Kentucky

has launched the West Kentucky BBQ Belt, a collection of barbecue restaurants to experience in western Kentucky.

Eighteen cities in western Kentucky are part of the mobile passport initiative, Photo by JOSH KELLY

including Owensboro.

The campaign features stops at Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn, Old Hickory Bar-B-Que, Ole South Barbeque, and

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J’s Good Grub Opens Brick-and-Mortar Location After years of success operating their food truck, J’s Good Grub is opening a brick-and-mortar location and Windridge Country Club. They’ll have a full kitchen and seating by taking over the restaurant portion of the clubhouse at Windridge (5044 Millers Mill Road). And guests do not have to be club members to eat at the restaurant. Johnson said people can stay tuned to Facebook to see when the restaurant opens at Windridge and when their second food truck hits the road.

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Smokehouse at Brew Bridge. The initiative also includes stops at Kentucky Lake, Paducah, Henderson, Bowling Green, Cadiz, Franklin, Russellville, Mayfield, and Madisonville.

Brought to you by O W E N S B O R O T I M E S

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Launches Full Proof KY Straight Bourbon Whiskey Green River Distilling Co. is adding to its lineup with a Full Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, an offering the company says “takes the brand’s flagship bourbon and

Selected to Minority 3 Higgs Baseball Prospects All-Star Team

Owensboro High School alumnus Collier Higgs was selected to the Minority Baseball Prospects (MBP) All-Star Team for the third year in a row. Higgs was selected to Team Michael Bourn following his 2024 season with Kentucky State University, where he recorded 14 HRs, batted .292 and hit 53 RBIs. Higgs graduated last year as Valedictorian from KSU with a bachelor’s degree in business administration.

presents it with fullbodied, full proof flavor.” A special launch celebration was held on June 7 to commemorate the release. The mash bill is 70 percent corn, 21 percent rye, and 9 percent malted barley.

Presented at a variable batch-proof, the initial batch is bottled at 117.3 proof (58.65% ABV).

This everyday product

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will be available for a suggested price of $49.99.

Male Vocalist of the Year

On the last weekend in May, Owensboro native Steve Bridgmon won the Inspirational Country Music Male Vocalist of the Year Award. Bridgmon said the win is the culmination of the last 2 years’ effort to redefine his artistry after leaving his producer and recreating his team. Now, Bridgmon is looking forward to releasing his new album, “Broken.” He said he felt that after years of grieving the loss of his father and sister in 2020, he was able to put an album out that reflected more than the sadness he felt.

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ART: ZION RILEY p. 14

IN THE KNOW: 9 EVENTS TO PUT ON YOUR CALENDAR p. 14

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Culture A R T

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man OWENSBORO’S ZION RILEY CONTINUES TO GROW AS AN ARTIST AND EXPLORE NEW MEDIUMS Written by M A R LY S M A S O N

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IN THE KNOW 9 EVENTS TO PUT ON YOUR CALENDAR

1 4TH OF JULY FESTIVAL J U LY 4 @ S M OT H E R S PA RK

The celebration will get started in Smothers Park along the downtown riverfront at 5:00 PM on Thursday, July 4. Live music will begin with an opening act at 5:00 PM, and The Downtown Band at 7:00 PM. At 9:15 PM, the 15-minute fireworks show will be launched from barges on the Ohio River for everyone gathered along the riverfront. Three (3) additional locations throughout the city will also be launched simultaneously with the riverfront show. These locations include Southern Little League Fields, Owensboro Sportscenter/Moreland Park, and Owensboro Warehouse Leasing/former GE plant.

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AMERICAN BANK 2 GERMAN FIREWORK FESTIVAL J U LY 5 @ Y E LLOW CR E E K PA R K

Kick-off the Independence Day weekend at Yellow Creek Park.

The German American Bank Fireworks Festival is scheduled for July 5, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. farm broadcaster Jeff Nalley will emcee. This free event will feature a live band, food trucks, inflatables, and a petting zoo.

Bring a lawn chair to watch the fireworks. Contact the Parks Office with any questions at (270) 685-6142.

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Presented by Atmos Energy, Bluey’s Big Play is friendly for all ages so the whole family can enjoy. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® awardwinning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music

by Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets. This is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life.

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wenty-three-year-old Zion Riley has been creating art for most of his life. His mother Zaneta, who is

also an artist, would attend parent-teacher conferences, and his art teachers would tell her they were unsure if they were teaching him. He was just that talented.

But Riley is humble, and even with the fame he has found – first beginning with snow sculptures in 2015 – he continues to evolve and find new mediums to produce his original work.

Currently, customizing shoes is Riley’s medium, and he has nationwide commissions from people seeing his work on Facebook as Zsa ThaGreat. He considers all aspects of the shoe design, including the box they are put in. For a pair of Atlanta Braves shoes, the box resembled a baseball card displaying the custompainted shoes.

But that doesn’t mean more traditional painting and drawing isn’t in Riley’s future, as he recently visited the Chicago Art Institute.

“I like the detail I see in other art,” he said.

Riley said it takes a lot for him to find inspiration and a common misconception is that he paints and draws daily.

“I do have a lot of stuff planned,” he said. “I want to put art everywhere.”

In 2015, while a student in Owensboro Public Schools, Riley made a snow sculpture of a Kentucky Wildcat. When later winters also produced snow, Riley created Olaf, and Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Local news outlets covered the sculptures and when he graduated, he attended college for art.

FLOWER 4 CAR SHOW WITH VETTE CLUB 5 SUNSET MARKET DAY J U LY 2 0 @ Y E L LOW C RE E K PA RK

Join the Vette Club at Yellow Creek Park on Saturday, July 20, 2024.

There will be food trucks, vendors, dash plaques, and door prizes, as well as trophies given out for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place (by decade), Top 100, Best of Show for 1979 and older, Best of Show for 1980 and newer, and Club Memorial. This event is open to all cars and trucks. For more information contact: Steve Rice: 270-316-3999; Schad Pierce: 509-280-4705; or Debbie Johnson: 812-631-5048.

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Looking for a great way to spend an evening with family, friends, or that special someone? Well, look no more! Mark your calendar for July 21st from 4:00-8:00 p.m. and come on out to Reid’s Orchard Sunset Flower Market Day. There will be food, vendors, live music and you can pick your own flower bouquet! This will be an evening to remember!

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Bluegrass Legends Experience II is coming August 16-18, 2024. Moreland Park and the Owensboro Sportscenter will again be home to this event where fans will find a multi style vehicle car show, live music, vendors, food trucks with a beer garden, and even a “swap meet” area. Enter the show and be eligible for giveaways and specialty awards. Car show entry fees and a percentage of all festival activities will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Culture A R T Riley said his surroundings are what give him inspiration, and the positivity and support of his mom keep him grounded, something a lot of artists wouldn’t admit.

“I am really rambunctious, and I have her help in simplifying ideas and staying organized,” he said.

Riley’s art is a “side hustle” right now, but he hopes that won’t always be the case.

“I am still trying to figure things out, but it changes,” Riley said.

One thing he knows he wants is to see himself everywhere – leaving his mark. He has been commissioned to complete artwork around town He was one of 10 artists who completed a bourbon barrel for the United Way of the Ohio Valley’s Barrels of the HeART fundraiser, which is on display at Owensboro Health.

He has also presented a pastor at Belmont University with a commissioned drawing.

While Riley considers what medium he wants to work in, he does know that he wants to be seen as an Owensboro artist, among others.

“It’s been my hometown and will always be my hometown,” he said. “I have received nothing but love and support with my art and want to continue to show my talent off to those who still don’t know about me and my work.” OL

IN THE KNOW 9 EVENTS TO PUT ON YOUR CALENDAR MULTICULTURAL 7 OWENSBORO FESTIVAL AU G U ST 1 7 @ FI R ST P RES BY T E RIA N C H U RC H Each year, on the 3rd Saturday of August, First Presbyterian Church welcomes over 2,000 people to its lawn for the Owensboro Multicultural Festival. Their 26th annual festival will occur August 17, 2024, and is free for the whole community. They hope to foster understanding and respect for our similarities and differences so that we may build a stronger community.

Follow the most up-to-date information on their Facebook page at facebook.com/ owensboromulticulturalfestival.

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The Bluegrass Century is a charity event hosted by Bicycle Owensboro to benefit YoungLife of Owensboro. Join hundreds of other cyclists on a 30-mile, metric century, or full century ride through the rolling hills of western Kentucky. The ride starts at Crosspointe Baptist Church, and will take you through the rural farm land of western Kentucky along the Ohio and Green Rivers. The ride will be supported with SAG stops every 15- 20 miles.

To register go to www.bikereg.com/ bluegrass-century-powered-for-yl.

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Friday After 5 is a summerlong free, fun, family-friendly concert and street fair festival on the Owensboro, Kentucky riverfront. Featuring several venues of entertainment, food trucks and a kid-friendly Street Fair, Friday After 5 has become the place to be every Friday during the summer. All events are free and run from 5:00-11:30 p.m. each Friday.

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Reviving Hope Written by K R I S T I M C C A B E

Abundant Life Church // Photo by LY D I A TA N N E R

that has certainly been the case for several local faith communities.

Here in Owensboro, those include churches like Living Hope Community Church, Abundant Life Church, One Faith Fellowship, Matthew’s Table, Life Community Church, Redemption Place, and New Life Church. Each of these churches has found new homes, revitalized congregations, and brought a renewed commitment to community presence.

Living Hope sprang forth from the roots of Seven Hills Baptist Church on the corner of 18th and Alexander Avenue, with its primary mission of helping people get to heaven and reaching out to those in need.

“I thought I was nearing retirement, but the Lord had other plans for me,” laughed Pastor Jerry Tanner, recalling how after two years of involvement with Living Hope, the budding faith community found a permanent home.

After purchasing the building on 18th and Alexander (formerly

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Pastor Jerry Tanner // Photo provided by Living Hope Community Church

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s the old saying goes, when one door closes another one opens. And

occupied by Seven Hills), Tanner and the

community who need a church home, and

in for area pastors here and there, and

congregation grew together, continuing

more importantly, a relationship with

had been asked to preach a few times for

to add new members and having the

Jesus,” said Tanner. “At Living Hope, our

Abundant Life. I saw that God was doing

opportunity to pay off the building in just

arms and hearts are always open to help

something great with this church.”

two years’ time.

people find both.”

“God

has

definitely

efforts,” noted Tanner.

blessed

Farrell Isenberg soon found himself

our

Much like Jerry Tanner, pastor Farrell

going from interim pastor to full-time

“We love this

Isenberg had retirement plans as well;

in his retirement years, and called his

neighborhood and want to continue the

then, he felt the call to start something

experience thus far with Abundant Life

work of Seven Hills here, which is growing

new.

Church a “huge blessing.”

the kingdom of God. We have been very

“It was in the fall of last year that a

“It’s been truly amazing to see how

blessed to have the opportunity to give out

handful of local families felt the need for a

it’s all come together,” Isenberg noted.

clothes three times a year with Shepherd’s

fresh start,” said Isenberg. “They met and

“The folks at Masonville Baptist wanted

Hand

have

prayed about it, and held their first meeting

to see their building used and they laid the

definitely seen lives changed through this

at the Isaac Sterett Adventure Foundation

groundwork.”

ministry.”

Building (Center for Good Works) on Allen

Clothing

Ministry,

and

Tanner called Owensboro a “Godfriendly community.”

“You know, if someone tells you their

Isenberg

and

the

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Life

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congregation

Street. We met there for about six months,

at

then found our permanent home at the old

“tremendous honor” of continuing that

have

the

Masonville Baptist Church campus.”

mission.

grandmother is in the hospital and you ask

When faced with dwindling weekly

“Our hope, vision, and prayer are that

if you can pray for her, they are usually

attendance, Masonville Baptist (located on

we don’t stop growing,” said Isenberg.

fine with that,” Tanner reflected. “This

US 231 in Utica) needed to find new tenants

“We want to reach those who are new to

community is welcoming to people of

for its building; the upstart church they

the community and those who have lived

faith, and that is a very good thing.”

discovered in Abundant Life was a perfect

here for years– to meet the needs of all.

fit.

We plan to host some community outreach

The congregation of Living Hope is poised to offer a new home for those in search of one.

“There are plenty of people in our

“At the end of 2020, I resigned from Cross Pointe, where I had served for thirty years,” Isenberg reflected. “I began filling

events, like block parties and community barbeques.”

Isenberg emphasized that those at

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“We hope to make a great impact for God’s kingdom,” said Isenberg.

“Right here at home, and maybe eventually worldwide.”

Roger Chilton, co-founder of Friends of Sinners, said he became a pastor at Matthew’s Table “through a call from God to step out in faith, reach the unreachable, and teach the unteachable.”

At their home in the building that formerly housed Buena Vista Baptist Church, Chilton and the staff and volunteers of Matthew’s Table are living out that mission daily. Matthew’s Table began with a group of Christ-followers who sought to reach people in underserved areas. As a result of their efforts, the congregation experienced exponential growth in a short period of time, and needed a larger church building to call their own.

Around the same time, Buena Vista Baptist Church was preparing to celebrate their 100th anniversary. However, their attendance was dwindling.

That’s when Buena Vista reached out to Matthew’s Table and invited them in.

Chilton shared, “Through their kindness and commitment to use the building to share the Gospel, they allowed us to take over the facility and property to continue the mission.”

Chilton also appreciates the importance of preserving the legacy of Buena Vista, saying, “We proudly say all the time that we are a nontraditional church in a very traditional building that inherited a home from an amazing faithful body of believers formerly known as Buena Vista Baptist Pastor Farrell Isenberg // Photo by LY D I A TA N N E R

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Church. Today our vision statement reflects who they are as a way to honor their legacy, ‘A church in the heart of the city, with a heart for the city.’” OL

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THE HISTORY OF THE HAPHAZARD:

Daviess County’s Oldest Home Written by J O H N K I R K PAT R I C K A N D B E C K G L E N N Photos by A P I M A G E R Y

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n a ridge overlooking the Ohio River east of Owensboro stands Haphazard, a historic home presumably named for the randomness of the eddies of the river it faces.

George Mason, a close friend of George Washington and an original United States Constitutional Convention member, once owned the plantation where the house sits.

In 1975, an application was submitted to add Haphazard to the National Register of Historic Places by former owners Mr. & Mrs. Garland Howard. The house was added to the register on August 22 of that year. According to Garland’s application, Richard Mason served as a Colonel in the U.S. Army and was serving as civil and

military governor of California in 1848 when gold was discovered there.

The property boasts over 4,800 square feet, four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a swimming pool, and more.

“This is the oldest standing home in Daviess County, so it’s tough to do it justice,” said realtor Ryan Rutman, who listed the property for sale in June. “It’s a huge house with 5 acres and only 5 minutes from downtown. It’s also on the historical registry and features original yellow poplar wood throughout with original trim and fireplaces.”

The property was initially surveyed in 1787 as 3,000 acres under Mason’s ownership. Documents show that Mason never lived on the land; he passed it along

to his grandson, Richard Barnes Mason, who sold it to Robert Triplett in 1822.

When Triplett acquired the property, the deed transfer described the home as “a log dwelling house of two rooms, 20 by 20 feet with a 12-foot passageway between.”

The original log dwelling is still part of the current home. Howard said Triplett added the Federal interior, wings on either end and a gable on the north side.

Local historians consider Triplett a local legend for his entrepreneurial spirit and well-documented duals. He was the area’s first primary real estate dealer and jack of all trades. He built a steampowered sawmill, launched a distillery, and began mining coal in Bon Harbor Hills.

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Triplett added a federal interior, wings on both ends, and a gable on the north side to the existing 20-foot-by-20foot log structure. He sold the home and over 1,000 acres in 1843 to A.B. Barrett of Henderson, who sold it to William Bell the following year.

Bell added a Grecian-style entrance to the home before vacating it, converting it into a tobacco warehouse, and sheltering livestock in the basement. Samuel Coots purchased the house in 1941 and restored it with assistance from his son-in-law, Wallace Thacker.

They later sold the home to Delbert

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Glenn in 1947 before the Howards acquired it and the 10 acres in 1969. Dr. Bruce Beck briefly purchased and lived in the house before selling it to its current owners, John and Riley Hess.

The Hesses have lived at the home since 1989, celebrating several milestones on the property. Riley Hess’ grandmother, Emma Bell Riley, was closely related to William Bell, adding even more significance. The Bells lived there for over 100 years.

“It’s been a wonderful experience for our family,” Riley Hess said. “We’ve had all four of our children’s weddings here,

along with several other memories.”

Both Riley and John grew up in old homes and have always appreciated the characteristics and attention to detail they have to offer.

“I love the history and the handmade doors, the exposed logs, the trim, and the American chestnut floors in the living room. We’ve enjoyed every leaf and every twig,” Hess said. “Our grandkids will visit other old homes and often say, this is just like Mimi’s and J.J.’s. We will certainly miss it.” OL

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T H E A C O U S T I C S AT B L U E G R AS S C O M M O N S MANDOLIN CRAFTSMAN

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›› Craftsman exterior with brick, cultured stone, and decorative vinyl accents 60” Shower and large Owners Bath ›› Spacious Kitchen with Puretyle Cabinetry Included Covered Patio with additional concrete patio ›› Flex Space ›› Community Clubhouse

Concrete Patio

Covered Screened Patio

Owner's Suite

Owner's Closet

Family Room

Owner's Bath

Shr

Dining Area

Kitchen Ref

Bath Garage

L'dry WIC

Flex Room

Entry Bedroom 2

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AMENITIES

MALBEC

›› Neoclassic traditional exterior with large front porch and rear covered patio

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›› Gourmet Kitchen with GE Café Appliances ›› Spa Owners Bath with Custom Walk In Shower, Freestanding Tub, and large walk in closet ›› Main floor Owners Suite and Home Office with additional bedrooms and loft upstairs. ›› Community Pool ›› Ample Storage ›› Revwood Flooring throughout Main Floor with Ceramic in Wet Areas ›› Quartz Countertops

Garage

Covered Patio

Up

Owner's Suite

Kitchen Dining Area

Ref

Pdr Laundry

Owner's Closet

Great Room

FP

Owner's Bath

D WM

Shr

Closet

Foyer

Dn

Study

Loft

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 2 Front Porch

Bath Closet

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FLOOR PLAN

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2034 PEBBLE WOOD DRIVE PEBBLE WOOD

REVOLUTION FARMHOUSE

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›› Farmhouse Elevation with Stone & Decorative Vinyl Siding ›› Deluxe Extended Kitchen with Stainless Hood, Built In Microwave and additional cabinetry and countertops ›› Owners Spa Bath with large ceramic shower and freestanding tub ›› Floor to Ceiling Fireplace Surround with Napoleon Electric Insert with LED Light Technology ›› Revwood Floors Throughout Main Floor with Ceramic in all Wet Areas ›› Outdoor Living ›› Butlers Pantry ›› Large Walk-in Pantry

Covered Patio

Shr

Closet

Dining Area

Bedroom 5

Bath Owner's Suite FP

Bedroom 4

Family Storage Closet

Bath W Ref

Storage

Closet

D

Laundry Bath

Pantry

Closet Closet

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Garage

Dining Room Foyer

Loft

Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3

Front Porch

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Kitchen Covered Porch

Ref

Storage

DW

Mech Bath

3-Car Garage

FP

Bedroom

Powder Room

Closet Bonus Room

Bedroom

Living/Dining

Bedroom Bath

Closet

Closet

Closet Bath Laundry

Shr

Bedroom Porch

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Covered Porch

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 2

Formal Dining Master Bedroom

FP

Closet

Living Room Dressing Area

Desk

Guest Closet

Drop Zone

Ref

Shr

Entry Foyer

Dressing Area

Service Hall

Gallery Hall Master Bath

Towels

Closet

Bath Shr

Kitchen

Pantry

Closet Laundry

Powder Room

D Shr

W

Bath

Closet Guest Porch

Linen

Sitting Porch 2-Car Garage

Closet

Bonus Room

MAIN FLOOR PLAN

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Patio

FP

Master Bedroom Dining Area

Bedroom 3 Great Room

P

Linen

Bath Laundry

Kitchen

Closet

Closet

Bath

WIC

WH

W D

WIC

Shr

F

Bonus Room

Ref Linen

Powder Room

Closet

Closet

Open to Below

Garage

Study

Bedroom 2 Porch

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3610 BREEDER’S WAY SADDLE POINTE

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Dining

Main Bedroom

DW FP

Great Room

Linen

Kitchen Pty

Ref

Shr

L'dry

Closet

Bath

Bedroom 2

WIC Linen

F

Foyer Clo.

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Bonus Room

Porch Bedroom 3

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Concrete Patio

Dining Area Owner's Suite

Kitchen

Family Room

Pdr

D WM

Bedroom 2

Closet

Owner's Bath

L'dry Mech

Shr

Owner's Closet

Bath

Bedroom 3

Closet

Entry

Garage Front Porch

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Storage Closet

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Lifestyle S E N I O R L I V I N G

Scams Against Seniors Are Serious, Lucrative Business

was very heavy handed and pressure filled, and the cost was outrageous.

And when I said I couldn’t afford it, they offered a financing option with a high interest rate.

When I finally convinced the

Written by B E C K Y B A R N H A R T , Executive Director, Senior Community Center

salesman that I wasn’t going to purchase the services, his mood changed drastically and he left my house abruptly. It was unsettling and made me angry thinking that this same method is practiced on vulnerable senior adults.

According to a recent story in U.S. News and World Report, some of the most common scams perpetuated against

senior

adults

include

funeral scams, grandparent scams, Social Security or IRS scams, and sweepstakes scams.

This is how a funeral scam works: After an obituary is placed in the local newspaper, a scammer might contact the deceased person’s relatives and insist that their loved one left a debt to be paid. Or a more sophisticated

S

scammer

might

pretend to be someone from the ummer is upon us and that means

damage,

insurance

funeral home and reach out after

contact

your

warmer temperatures, sporadic

company first and then a reputable

the service and say there were extra

rainstorms, higher humidity and,

vendor. If you’re still unsure, ask a

charges that haven’t been paid.

unfortunately, it can also be a time

trusted family member or friend to

If this happens, request written

for scammers to focus on senior

assist.

documentation of the expense and

adults.

One of the most common scams

I

Although not a scam, per se,

don’t send money until you have

recently

proof.

contacted

a

national

around this time of the year involves

company

imposters representing lawn care

television – and focuses on senior

Administration has an entire section

or roofing businesses. After a bad

adults – to inspect my gutters and

of their website with information

storm, someone may come to your

guards and provide a quote on how

about scams, and reports there are

door and offer to check the roof,

much it would cost to replace, if

four basic signs of a scam, no matter

gutters or other areas that “may”

needed.

what type: 1) scammers impersonate

have been damaged.

that

advertises

The

on

After a quick inspection of one

an

agency

Social

or

Security

organization

you

Be wary of anyone who initiates

section, the salesman determined I

know to gain your trust; 2) they say

any type of repair to your home.

needed a complete replacement of

there’s a problem or offer a prize; 3)

These scammers prey on fears that

all gutters. I got the full-court press

pressure you to act immediately, and

there’s been significant damage to

sales presentation in my home that

4) will insist on making payment in a

your property and ask for payment

lasted over an hour. I immediately

specific way.

in advance to buy materials and

realized that this wasn’t for me.

It’s not uncommon for Social

supplies. Don’t do it. If there is

While not a scam, the sales tactic

Security employees to contact the

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public by telephone for business

AARP publishes a Scam Prevention

parents or grandparents in our lives,

purposes, such as when a person

Guide

the

we must be aware and proactive

recently applied for benefits; are

number of ways that seniors are prey

advocates to ensure they’re not

already

scammed or abused.

annually

to

address

and

to scammers and how to protect your

require an update to their record; or

money, belongings and person. The

have requested a phone call from the

2024 Guide reports that scammers

for

agency. If there is a problem with a

are getting more sophisticated when

(DCBS) Adult Protective Services and

person’s Social Security number or

dealing

the Long-Term Care Ombudsman at

record, Social Security will typically

when it involves grandchildren.

receiving

payments

with

seniors,

especially

Programs such as the Department Community

Based

Services

GRADD are local resources to report

It’s not enough that imposters

scams and/or get more information.

Inspector

pretending to be a grandchild will

Contact GRADD at (270) 926-4433

General (OIG) with the Social Security

call “their” grandparent to report

and DCBS at (270) 687-7491.

Administration reported that a new

they’re in trouble and need money

scam against seniors is criminals

immediately.

pretending to be government agents

scammers have advanced to having

scammer immediately and notify

that are requesting payments be

a group of people involved in the

your bank/financial institutions to

made in person, either by cash or

scam – calling the senior, offering

safeguard your account. You can

gift card. SSA OIG agents will never

to come and get the money and even

also call the police and file a police

collect money at your door or in any

creating call centers to appear to be

report. Report Social Security-related

type of exchange. This new scam

legitimate.

scams to SSA OIG (oig.ssa.gov). Keep

mail a letter.

The

Office

of

the

AARP

reports

that

If

you

scammed,

believe stop

you’ve

talking

been

to

the

also opens the door for an element of

For those of us that work with

financial transaction information and

physical danger to scams that never

seniors, live with seniors, or are

the record of all communications with

existed before.

fortunate enough to still have our

the scammer. OL

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Lifestyle H E A L T H

SPONSORED CONTENT

FO O D + ART +HE ALT H EVEN T O F F E R S NOU RIS HING DAY AT FA R M ER S MARKE T ON JULY 13, OWENSBORO HEALTH INVITES THE COMMUNITY TO ITS UNIQUE SIGNATURE EVENT AND CELEBRATION AT THE OWENSBORO REGIONAL FARMERS’ MARKET. ORIGINATING IN 2015 AS THE HARVEST MARKET, THIS EVENT WAS RENAMED IN 2018 AS THE ANNUAL FOOD+ART+HEALTH. THIS EVENT, NOW IN ITS 9TH YEAR, WILL TAKE PLACE FROM 8 A.M. TO NOON, CONDUCTED AS ALWAYS, IN RECOGNITION OF THE IMPORTANT INTERSECTION OF LOCAL FRESH FOOD AVAILABILITY, THE LOCAL ARTS COMMUNITY AND HEALTH EDUCATION.

T

his highly anticipated event, in partnership with the Owensboro Regional Farmers’ Market will take place at the corner of Triplett Street and Parrish Avenue, in front of the Owensboro Health Wound Center. The event is an intentional testament to the important connection between our food and engagement with the arts and its impact on one’s health. Debbie Zuerner, Director of Community Engagement at Owensboro Health, noted the importance of the name of the event itself because it’s the intersection of those that create a vibrant, engaged and healthy community, she said.

Food+Art+Health illuminates the critical role that wellness and the arts

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play in fostering a robust community.

With an engaging mix of live music, performing arts, children’s activities and a community art project, attendees are invited to nourish themselves with the art of healthy living. The event usually draws approximately 4,000 attendees, and organizers are preparing for a similar turnout this year. The enthusiastic attendance in previous years underscores the community’s appetite for such enriching experiences.

The collaboration with the Owensboro Regional Farmers’ Market enhances the event, connecting Owensboro Health directly with the community through the weekly presence of local vendors. “Partnering

with the community is the key to everything we do,” Zuerner explains, emphasizing the organization’s mission to heal the sick and improve the health of the communities we serve.

Various departments from Owensboro Health, including Prevention Services, Endocrinology, Maternity Services, Accreditation Team and the Healthpark, will offer resource information and giveaways. This format provides an excellent opportunity for attendees to learn more about the vast array of services and programs designed to support their health and wellness journeys.

Several community arts partners will be on hand to enrich the experience.

These include the Owensboro Symphony, Theatre Workshop of Owensboro, Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Encore Musicals, Owensboro Art Guild, Owensboro Dance Theatre, Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, the Riverpark Center, Empty Bowls of Owensboro, and the Daviess County Extension Office. Each organization brings a unique perspective on the role of art in cultivating a thriving community.

A highlight of the event will be the live musical entertainment provided

by Randy Lanham & Friends, offering attendees an enjoyable morning of Bluegrass music and experience local performances by theatre, musical and dance organizations.

Additionally, the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art will host a community mural project, inviting participants of all ages to leave their mark on a collective artwork symbolizing the community’s unity and creativity then proudly displayed in the Owensboro Health Regional Hospital lobby.

Food+Art+Health is more than just an event; it’s a movement toward integrating healthy food options, wellness, culture and community engagement into the fabric of Owensboro. It’s a call to discover and celebrate the art of healthy living, where nutritious food is accessible and the arts flourish.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect, learn, and enjoy a morning filled with health, art, and community spirit July 13 from 8 a.m. to noon. OL

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Lifestyle H O M E

The Advantages of Building a New Home O

ne of the biggest decisions a new homeowner can make is that

of whether to build a new home or purchase an existing home. Building a new home may be more expensive per square foot, but also offers fewer headaches and lower maintenance and utility costs.

LOW MAINTENANCE. Since new homes must meet current building codes and have upto-date technology, you probably won’t have to worry about big repairs or maintenance issues for the first few years. There should be minimal maintenance costs with a new home compared to an older home. New doors,

windows,

flooring,

roof,

furnace,

wiring,

plumbing,

and

everything else should ensure that maintenance costs stay very low for many years. The builder’s warranty should cover any problems with these items.

older home can be quite expensive.

CONSTRUCTION COSTS.

STYLE AND CUSTOMIZATION. Certain

building

On a square foot basis, new homes

styles,

floor

can be more expensive to build vs.

plans, and wall coverings can become

buying an older home. But this higher

outdated. For example, many older homes have a floor plan that is not as open as contemporary homes do now. Also consider how the style will affect the resale value down the road.

A new home can be whatever you want it to be. Building a house from the ground up lets you personalize it to suit your lifestyle and tastes— everything from the layout, cabinets and flooring to the sinks, lighting and

ENERGY EFFICIENCY.

doorknobs

picked!

New homes can be built with

Even

can

tract

be

custom

homes

built

within subdivisions allow for some

cost can be offset by the potential utility

savings

you

can

expect

with a new energy efficient home.

HOW LONG WILL YOU LIVE THERE? If you don’t plan on staying in the home for more than a few years, buying an older home probably makes better sense than building.

If you’re in it for the long haul, then building is a smart decision.

There

are

many

issues

to

consider if you’re planning a move.

state of the art insulation, windows,

customization

choices,

A new home offers a lot of peace of

doors, and other building materials.

flooring and certain finishes. So,

mind and customization to your

Older

extremely

whether you’re after a rustic feel

specifications, as well as fewer

expensive to heat and cool in many

or a fancy art deco vibe, you can

maintenance

cases. Improving these issues in an

make these style choices early on.

energy efficiency. OL

homes

can

be

in

color

issues

and

better

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Lifestyle H O M E

Top Fixes to Increase the Value of Your Home

T

he value of your home is a

and affects how your home is

their inspections. Always, always

crucial part of your overall

appraised. You’re not auditioning

clean your kitchen before showing your home to potential buyers.

investment

Although

for a hoarder reality show, so you’ll

homeowners often think of it

portfolio.

want to make your home clean and

separately, your house is a huge

inviting.

investment that affects multiple financial areas of your life.

The value of a house can be affected by many factors during a

How old are your appliances?

Have you polished and cleaned

One of the key elements of

all of the visible surfaces? You

reducing clutter is to make the

may want to consider getting new

home appear sale-ready.

appliances if yours are extremely

You may want to consider a

sale. These fixes can increase that

consulting

value:

cleaning

service

homes

that

offers

specifically

to

outdated.

Consider other fixes such as painting the walls or changing the

increase their value.

floors to add value.

KITCHEN UPDATES.

BATHROOM UPDATES.

GET RID OF THE CLUTTER. Cleaning the inside and outside of your home is an easy way to

The kitchen is often considered

After the kitchen, the bathroom

start the process. Clutter scares

the heart of the home, and buyers

is often the next room that needs

away

pay a lot of attention to it during

an update.

potential

home

buyers

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Get rid of mold and mildew.

Add rings

a

new

shower

to

freshen

curtain

and

the

space.

up

Consider investing in some fresh plants to decorate the sink area.

New fixtures on your sinks and bathtub can also add an instant facelift to the room.

New door handles can also brighten the area and inexpensively increase the home’s value.

CLEAN THE YARD AND ADD LANDSCAPING. How does your yard look to a potential buyer? Is it filled with leaves from last fall and piles of kids’ toys? It’s time to clean up the mess to make the value of your home greater.

A nice yard with cut grass is only the first part of the process. Landscaping can go beyond the usual shrubs and trees. Include some flowers for extra beauty.

SEARCH FOR MINOR REPAIRS THAT CAN COST YOU IN THE LONG-TERM. Minor repairs are easy to do and can prevent major issues.

If your house needs multiple small repairs, it gives the impression that you haven’t maintained the property. Buyers often wonder what else you haven’t taken care of besides what they see. Most often, they’ll simply look elsewhere to buy.

Do you have a leaky faucet? Does one of your doors always creak? Fixing these things and other issues around the house can add instant value.

Minor repairs can turn into major challenges if they’re not handled quickly. The leaky faucet can cause a flood that leads to mold growth. This is why it’s essential to make repairs right away.

Small cosmetic house issues like the paint not matching or door handles being loose also need to be addressed. Little things that annoy you may also annoy others. They are easy to handle, and buyers will notice the care you put into your house.

The value of your home depends on the appearance and status of repairs. To get the most money for your house, clean vigorously, take care of repairs, and update where needed. OL

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JULY CALENDAR

CHAMBER B OA R D C H A I R S

IN THE NEWS

10 CYP CORPORATE TOUR: WENDELL FOSTER 22-26 OWENSBORO BOUTIQUE WEEK! 11:30 a.m. | 815 Triplett Street 24 CYP FORMAL LUNCH MEETING 11:30 a.m.

10 CYP PROJECT EMPOWER: GIRLS & GOALS 11 ROOSTER BOOSTER, SPONSORED BY VISIT OWENSBORO

7:30 a.m.

Owensboro Convention Center

Chamber of Commerce Third Floor Conference Room

25 LEADERSHIP OWENSBORO CLASS OF 2025 APPLICATION DEADLINE

11 RIBBON CUTTING: GIFTED THRIFT 12:15 p.m.

1706 J.R. Miller Boulevard

12 LEADERSHIP OWENSBORO ALUMNI GRILL AND CHILL

6:00 p.m. | The WeatherBerry 2731 West Second Street

16 CYP COFFEE AND CONVERSATIONS GAVIN ROBERTS

2013 Chamber Board Chair Gavin Roberts was recognized by the Kentucky Hospital Association at its 95th Annual Convention with its 2023 Governance Leadership Award.

Gavin was recognized for his selfless leadership and his dedication as Owensboro Health Board of Directors Chair.

7:30 a.m.

17 CHAMBER AMBASSADOR SOCIAL 12:00 p.m.

18 CYP AND WENDELL FOSTER FIRST RESPONDERS BBQ

10:30 a.m. | 815 Triplett Street

19 RIBBON CUTTING:

BLACK PEARL HOME CARE

12:15 p.m.

401 Frederica Street Suite 201 B

27 SHOP OWENSBORO

SUMMER EDITION, POWERED BY INDEPENDENCE BANK

26 CYP AMPED UP ARTISTRY UNVEILING 30 CYP COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MEETING

11:30 a.m.

AUGUST CALENDAR

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ROOSTER BOOSTER, SPONSORED BY R.W. BAIRD

7:30 a.m.

Owensboro Convention Center

9 RIBBON CUTTING:

SPARKLE BRITE CAR WASH

12:15 p.m. | 620 Emory Drive

W. CLAY H. FORD

2021 Chamber Board Chair W. Clay H. Ford was honored by the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence for three years of service as its board chair at the 2024 Groundswell Summit and Annual Meeting.

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21 CHAMBER AMBASSADOR SOCIAL 12:00 p.m.

23 RIBBON CUTTING: WINGATE INN

12:15 p.m. | 51 Bon Harbor Hills

27 CYP COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT MEETING

11:30 a.m.

14 CYP PROJECT EMPOWER: GIRLS & GOALS 20 CYP COFFEE & CONVERSATIONS 28 CYP SOCIAL MEETING 7:30 a.m.

20 CYP CORPORATE TOUR:

GREENWELL CHISHOLM

11:30 a.m.

420 East Parrish Avenue

11:30 a.m.

30 CHAMBER GOLF CLASSIC,

PRESENTED BY OWENSBORO HEALTH

Owensboro Country Club

NEW MEMBERS Black Pearl Home Care Central Bluegrass Biker News Motorsports/Music/Events Bluegrass Occupational & Environmental Health Consulting Brad Emberton’s Heating and Cooling Chick-fil-A Highway 54 Christian Appalachian Project Elite Mortgage, LLC. Elizabeth Design Studio, LLC. Faris Guitar Company Heartland Interpretation and Translation Services, LLC. Jozana Grant Services Kodiak Resources, Inc. Owensboro Tri- State Countertops PC Quest PeopleReady- Owensboro Branch Pirate Proles, Inc. Porter Concrete Rooted Recovery, LLC. Sparkle Brite Car Wash Sprocket, Inc. Stanley Crop Service The Barnes Group of Greater Owensboro Realty Co Whitesville Community Credit Union Windy Hollow Biscuit House

RENEWALS 54 Pizza Express - West AARP Kentucky Addiction Recovery Care Advanced Center for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Alexander & Company CPAs PSC Allstate Insurance, Hayden Agency Alzheimer’s Association American Patriot Getaways America’s Car-Mart of Owensboro Amvets Post # 75 Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield AT&T Bella Ragazza Boutique Bennett Insurance Agency, LLC. Better Business Bureau Inc. Serving Fort Knox (Branch) Bicycle Owensboro Bob Glenn Briarpatch Bridge Pointe Church Bryant Engineering, Inc. Buffalo Wild Wings Cayce Mill Supply Charter-Calumet Trace Senior Living Chick-fil-A Cleveland-Cliffs Coke Farms Compass Counseling of Owensboro, LLC

Concept Sound and Light, Inc. Consolidated Mechanical, Inc. Cornerstone Information Systems, Inc. Courier Express Cromwell Media CRS OneSource Culver’s Restaurant Custom Audio-Video, Inc. Danco Construction Daviess County Detention Center Daviess County Diabetes Coalition Daviess County Water District Daviess Treatment Services Deaconess Clinic Dialog Telecommunications Digital Group, LLC. Dispo 4th Street, Inc. Express Employment Professionals Five Star Food Services/John Conti Coffee Flourish Counseling Four Seasons Heating & Cooling Fresh Start for Women, Inc. Friends of Sinners Gene’s Health Food, Inc. Gipe Auto Color, Inc. GMRRLLC doing business as Roto Rooter Great Harvest, 54 Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corp.

Green River Appliance Co, Inc. Green River Area Community Foundation H.L. Neblett Community Center Hafer Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown/Waterfront Hayden and Co. PSC, CPAs Hayden Electric, Inc. Helena Chemical Company Home Instead HPC - Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky Hunter-Douglas, Inc. International Bar-B-Q Festival John E. Hammen, D.M.D., Owensboro Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery PLLC Jones Insurance Agency Judge Jeff S. Taylor Junior League of Owensboro Kentucky Mirror & Plate Glass Co., Inc. Kight Home Center.. division of the Carter Lumber Company Kimberly-Clark Corp.

KM Specialty Pump/ Straeffer Pump & Supply KORT - Physical Therapy L. Ruth Interior Design Lafarge Lanham Brothers General Contractors, Inc. Lee Brick & Block, Inc. LinGate Hospitality Malone Workforce Solutions MentorKids Kentucky Mercy Ambulance of Evansville, Inc.

Midsouth Rentals Midwest Communications, Inc WSTO MPD, Inc. Nick T. Arnold Jewelers, Inc. 54 Northwestern Mutual Ohio Valley Insurance, LLC. Opportunity Center of Owensboro Optimize U Owensboro Owensboro Career Development Assoc., Inc. Owensboro Family YMCA Owensboro Health Foundation Owensboro Human Relations Commission Owensboro Municipal Utilities Owensboro Regional Farmers Market Owensboro-Daviess County Veterans Organization P & H Fabrication & Machine PakMail/Store It All PeezO’s Pizza Pilot Steel, Inc. Preservation Station Market and Event Center PROMAN Staffing Public Life Foundation Qualmedica Research, LLC. RC Bratcher Radiator, Welding & Automotive RE/MAX Professional Realty Group, Scott Lyons Republic Services, Inc. Retirement & Financial Strategies River Metals Recycling, LLC. Rolling Pin Pastry Shop, Inc. Rowland Family Dentistry RYco Jewelers Shield Security Shivmir Hospitality Management, Comfort Suites Owensboro Shoe Stop Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. Springs Urgent Care Strength Renewed, LLC. Summit Medical Specialists Sun Windows, Inc. Swedish Match North America, Inc. T.H.E. Insurance Group The Scrub Shoppe To The Max Behavior Therapy, LLC. Towne Square Animal Hospital Trinity High School Trophy House, Inc. Underground Vaults and Storage Vancil Insurance Services LLC. Western Kentucky Minerals WinSupply of Owensboro Woodward Consulting, LLC.

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R O O ST E R B O O STE R RECAP

Speaker: Silas House

MAY

M

ay’s Rooster Boosters featured guest speaker Silas House, who is a best-selling author, Grammy nominee and Kentucky Poet Laurete. He emphasized the importance of knowledge, books, and community, noting that book banning is a nonpartisan issue and should be decided by parents, not governments, to ensure access to information.

New Beginnings sponsored the event. New Beginnings offers a comprehensive range of support services tailored to the needs of survivors of sexual assault. From immediate crisis intervention to long-term counseling and advocacy, their team of trained professionals provides unwavering support every step of the way. The organization operates on the principle of empowerment, recognizing that each survivor’s journey is unique and deserving of personalized care.

In addition to the guest speaker, five Burns Middle School students graduated from the Guys and Ties program, an initiative of the Chamber Young Professionals to help young men with self-development and confidence. This year marked the first set of graduates to receive custom jackets and more.

JUNE

J

une’s Rooster Boosters featured guest speaker Rich Harwood, President and Founder of The Harwood Institute, who took the Rooster Booster stage to talk about civic engagement and how each Owensboro citizen can all be a catalyst in making life better for one another.

The Harwood Institute conducted city-wide conversations from November to February, learning the pulse of Owensboro’s residents. Throughout the conversations, the Institute found four overarching themes for Owensboro to move toward unified action: focus on pressing issues, move from getting together to working together, grow civic capacities and be inclusive.

WKU in Owensboro sponsored the event. Over 55 years ago, WKU began offering classes in Owensboro. Today, WKU in Owensboro offers 11 majors aligning with some of the most high-demand workforce needs in this region. These 11 majors allow students to complete their degree close to home and receive outstanding personal support.

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Sponsor:

Speaker: Rich Harwood

Sponsor:

GOODBYE SHELLY! In 2006, Terry Woodward recruited Clayton Nichols to move to Owensboro from Columbus, Ohio. On August 18, the Nichols moved to Owensboro and made it their home. Since that time, Shelly has been involved in making our community stronger no matter what official position she held. Under the leadership of Rodney Berry at the Public Life Foundation of Owensboro, Shelly played a key role in planning and implementing the townhalls and public meetings that led to the transformative Downtown Placemaking Initiative.

She left the PLFO to come to the Chamber in 2015 where she led Chamber membership efforts.

Shelly left the Chamber to serve OASIS as its Executive Director in 2017. During that time, she improved the lives of countless women and children who were domestic violence victims.

“One of the luckiest days of my career at the Chamber was when Shelly agreed to return as our Vice-President, said Candance Castlen Brake, President and CEO. “Shelly’s deep care and concern for our members, her tireless work ethic and her beautiful spirit have made an indelible impact on the lives of so many. Whether they be small business owners, large corporations or non-profits and faith-based organizations, our members know that Shelly not only cares about them, she is their advocate.”

She is a role model to our team.

Shelly leaves us on August 1 as she and Clayton embark upon relocating to Lexington to be closer to her mother Diane and her son and his fiancé. But a big part of Shelly’s heart will stay here. Her son Carter will be attending Brescia University in the Fall. And her Chamber Family will be here ready to welcome her back to town for visits! Lots of them, hopefully.

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CHAMBER MEMBERS OF THE WEEK

The Chamber Member of the Week program is a Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce membership benefit. Founded in 1913, the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce has worked to provide valuable benefits and services to member businesses and individuals for over a century.

Today, with a membership base of nearly 1,000, the Chamber is a guiding force in community and business development initiatives, serving as the center of business advocacy for the Greater Owensboro region.

MAY

UP UP AND AWAY

THE BHG REALTY

Up Up and Away Owner Felicia Hardesty offers custom balloon decor – everything from silly balloon people and basic decor to art installations, dynamic backdrops, and a bubble balloon dome that consumes an entire wall. She recently expanded to offer twisting services and concession rentals, such as shaved ice machines, cotton candy machines, and popcorn carts as well as an assortment of inflatable rental options.

Blake and Missie Hayden at BHG Realty have been around the real estate industry their entire life. The two have grown the group into what it is today, with locations in Owensboro, Bowling Green, and Madisonville. The group specializes in residential and commercial realty and property management.

FREE YOUR MIND, BODY AND SOUL WELLNESS, LLC

SUNBELT RENTALS

Sunbelt Rentals specializes in industrial and heavy equipment rental. With the Owensboro store, they’ve brought a plethora of options to the table. From skid steers and forklifts to tillers and aerators, they’ve got it all, catering to the diverse needs of residents and businesses alike.

Melissa Logsdon launched Free Your Mind Body and Soul Wellness in Owensboro in 2018. Services at Free Your Mind Body and Soul Wellness include float therapy — also known as sensory deprivation — myofascial release, infrared sauna use, and ionic foot detox. Logsdon also obtained her LMT last year and began offering massages.

MAY

CHAMBER AMBASSADOR

OF THE MONTH

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CHARLOTTE NEWTON

Charlotte Newton is an insurance agent at Houchens Insurance Group.

She has been in the insurance industry for about 10 years. Charlotte helps large commercial businesses with their insurance needs at the Owensboro location on Frederica Street. Charlotte’s main goal is to educate her clients on their policies so that they know exactly what they are getting and that they have the right coverage. She loves building relationships with her clients. In her free time, she loves spending time with her 4 children and 2 grandchildren. She loves to read and anything adventurous.

JUNE

HILLTOP STABLES

Olivia Kramer launched Hilltop Stables in 2019 in Morganfield, initially offering carriage rides for weddings, holidays, festivals, and other special occasions. As the operation grew in popularity, she expanded the services to include equine therapy, riding schools, lessons, and more. Because of the exponential growth, Kramer is moving the operation to Waverly, near her childhood home. The new location is situated 45 minutes outside of Owensboro on U.S. 60.

KENTUCKY FARM BUREAU - JAMIE WRIGHT

With a solid 16 years of experience in the industry, 15 of those years at KFB, Jamie Wright is a seasoned professional. She specializes in a wide range of insurance types, including home, auto, life, motorcycle, commercial, farm, and umbrella insurance. Her agency also offers various specialty markets, such as worker’s comp, flood insurance, and event insurance.

SAM’S CLUB

Sam’s Club – a membership-only warehouse chain offering bulk grocery items, electronics, home goods, and more – opened at 5240 South Frederica Street in 2006. Brent Sorrells has been a part of the club since its conception and now serves as the store manager. He said he and his team of associates take great pride in providing for the community.

S&S EARTHSCAPES

S&S Earthscapes in Owensboro, KY, specializes in landscape design, installation, and maintenance services for residential and commercial properties. They offer a range of services including lawn care, hardscaping, irrigation systems, and seasonal clean-ups to enhance and maintain outdoor spaces.

To learn more about becoming the Chamber Member of the Week or inquire about Chamber membership, contact Shelly Nichols, Chamber Vice President, at 270-926-1860 or shelly@owensboro.com.

JUNE

HARLEY METCALF

Harley Metcalf is a Union Carpenter from Local 224 who was born and raised in Owensboro. “In the past I was always a person that complained there was nothing to do in Owensboro. One day I decided to start looking for activities and events, and found out this city has something going on almost every weekend. I quickly looked for ways to get involved; my journey lead me here.”

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CON G R ATUL ATIO NS TO TH E LE A DERSHIP OWE NS B OR O C L A SS OF 2 0 24

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ach year, Leadership Owensboro graduates a class of approximately 30 individuals who have completed a program that seeks to unveil key components of community issues, develop leadership skills, and empower individuals to work together to move our community forward and improve the quality of life within our region. Along the journey, Leadership Owensboro also offers opportunities to inspire, be inspired, create lifelong friendships and nurture professional networks.

The program sessions of Leadership Owensboro cover a variety of topics which provide class members with insight and

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perspective with the Greater Owensboro community’s opportunities, challenges, and resources. With this knowledge, class members come to know our community better, so that they may better serve as leaders within our community. “There are organizations in Owensboro and even entire sectors I really knew nothing about.

In order for us as leaders to make correct decisions in our fields moving forward, we have to be aware of the different resources available in our community. Leadership Owensboro gives [us] a boost in this area,” remarked Class of 2024 member. Another class member stated, “I now view the community through a different and more

holistic lens. I firmly believe I will be a stronger community member because of Leadership Owensboro.”

The graduating Class of 2024 has demonstrated their commitment to making a positive difference in our community through their class projects. In an effort to encourage and improve civic engagement within our region, several class members volunteered at various polling locations during the primary election this past May. “I truly believe I have become a better version of myself, and I will ensure that I continue to grow as a person and citizen in this community. Participating in this class has re-lit a spark within myself to do better

and get more involved in our community,” commented one class member.

Additionally, several class members are collaborating with the Greater Owensboro Leadership Institute to relaunch the Greater Owensboro Youth Council which will provide the youth in our community an opportunity to gain awareness of current issues and develop leadership skills to serve our region.

“I now know I can use my strengths to focus on even the smallest change and know it can also make a difference. My goal is to make meaningful impacts on those around me, no matter how big or small,” a class member stated.

Armed with a passion to improve the quality of life, fresh perspective, and fellowship to dream and achieve great things for Owensboro, the Class of 2024 has unbounded potential. We look forward to all the ways that Leadership Owensboro’s newest alumni will help to move Owensboro forward in new ways!

If you would like to take part in this amazing experience and join others in impacting your community, applications for the Leadership Owensboro Class of 2025 are now open! Visit chamber.owensboro.com/ leadership-owensboro for information.

“This was incredibly eyeopening and has me excited to continue to work, start a family, and dream here in Owensboro.”

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BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

JOAN HAYDEN YOU HAVE BEEN A FEMALE LEADER IN OUR COMMUNITY REPRESENTING THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR FOR MANY YEARS. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO LEAD AND WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF THIS ROLE? I knew by watching and listening to those around me that I had things to offer in this business as a woman. One of the first leadership roles I held was when I was elected to the nominating committee at Farm Credit Mid America. I was the only woman on the committee, and I stayed on the committee for six years. I learned a lot, and it was a matter of putting my foot in the door and not letting them close it. I was eventually elected as the first woman President of the Daviess County Lions Club. I then ran a couple of times at Farm Bureau and was eventually elected as their first female President. In these positions I often reminded people about the bigger picture, and that we all need to work together.

I feel like my leadership roles have helped get women more involved.

OWENSBORO AND DAVIESS COUNTY HAVE A RICH CULTURE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP – TELL US ABOUT WHAT DO IN YOUR BUSINESSES AND WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST REWARDING PART OF BEING A SMALL BUSINESS OWNER AND OPERATOR? When I married my husband knew nothing about the electrical contracting business.

When I retired as a teacher I joined him and went into the electrical business. I worked

with him on nights and weekends and learned to hardwire houses, and he taught me how to bid the contracting jobs. My biggest problem was talking to general contractors because they did not want to talk to a woman. It took awhile, but eventually they would call and request to talk with me. It was very challenging because I learned everything from the bottom up, and I wouldn’t have learned anything if it wasn’t for my husband.

YOU HAVE SERVED ON THE GREATER OWENSBORO CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR SEVERAL YEARS. WHY DO YOU FEEL IT IS IMPORTANT TO SERVE IN THIS CAPACITY AND WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST MEMORABLE PART OF YOUR TENURE? One important thing is that you have to get involved in your community. Agriculture is important especially in our county where 70% of land is agriculture. The money that flows through our community because of agriculture is very important. One of the most memorable parts for me has been our Farm City Breakfast this year because we let the young farmers lead. They had an idea and it was perfect. We listened to them. It was the biggest success we have ever seen, and I smiled from ear to ear for weeks.

TELL US ABOUT THE HISTORY OF FARMING IN YOUR FAMILY AND THE LEGACY OF THE HAYDENS FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION. My husband grew up on a farm and his dad farmed to raise his family. When my husband and I got married we purchased our first farm together. After we sold that, we purchased the land that we live on now. That was about when the poultry industry came to Ohio County. We started with two chicken houses, and today we have 12. Our son Daniel runs all the farming operations. Daniel’s young son will be the third generation farming on this land.

WHAT DO YOU THINK OWENSBORO DOES BEST? WHAT CAN WE IMPROVE ON? Businesses want something where their employees can be happy. You gotta have the RiverPark Center, your sports, something for the families, and I think Owensboro does that very well. What we can improve on, not just with agriculture, but throughout the area, is people wear blinders and only see their specific problem - we wear too many blinders.

We have got to take them off and see the whole picture. Because we have to work together. Everything is connected one way or another and we all have to work together. That will improve the outcome for everyone.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SUMMERTIME ACTIVITY? I love to read. I have told my husband and my sons that when I die, I want to go to my front porch with the hundred year old maple trees in the front yard, sit in the rocker and read. I told my two and a half year old grandson I would teach him to fish this summer, and just spend time with family.

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

A TIME-HONORED TRADITION Ribbon Cuttings are so special to local businesses and organizations. The tradition of a Ribbon Cutting is most commonly known to celebrate a grand opening, but Chamber Members also use a Ribbon Cutting to celebrate renovations, anniversaries, new locations and joining the Chamber.

BARREL HEADS

CHEETAH CLEAN AUTO WASH

KENTUCKY GUITAR WORKS/FARIS GUITAR CO.

ROOTED RECOVERY

S H E LT E R I N S U R A N C E , K R Y S TA L R O A R K C A U D I L L

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TA K E 1 0 M A R K E T

SAVE THE DATE!

PRESENTED BY

UNITED AUTOGLASS

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 Sponsorship Opportunities are available, but going quick!

Reach out to Julia Kimbrell at jkimbrell@owensboro.com to secure your spot!

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RECIPE: NEIGHBORHOOD S E A F O O D B O I L p . 75

WHAT WE’RE EATING NOW: O V E R -T H E-T O P F O O D S p . 7 9

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Flavor R E S T A U R A N T S P O T L I G H T OSCAR’S CANTINA MEXICANA

And the Oscar Goes to….

FATHER AND SON DUO OPEN OWENSBORO’S NEWEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT Written by L I B B Y J O H N S O N Photos by J A M I E P L A I N

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ne

of

Owensboro’s

newest

dining

options is Oscar’s, located in the former Legends location in Lake Forest Town

Center, next to Orange Leaf. Open since May 5, the restaurant is named for not one, but two Oscars, the father and son team of Oscar Segura Sr. and Oscar Segura Jr. The younger of the two, 19-year-old Oscar, serves as spokesperson and frontman for the bar and restaurant, which he wants people to know is “not just another place” to eat Mexican style food.

Using

the

established

setup

from

Legends, Oscar’s distinguishes itself from what might be seen as competing restaurants by boasting a full-service bar. “Most of the time at Mexican restaurants, people just order a margarita or the occasional beer,” young Oscar says. In addition to traditional favorites, Oscar’s offers a few unique menu items such as tortilla wrapped hotdogs, chimichanga bananas, and elote, which is a Mexican street corn that Segura says few people realize is actually a dessert.

Beyond

the

menu,

both

Seguras

hope that what sets their establishment apart is a family-friendly atmosphere for both patrons and staff. Oscar, who is also currently majoring in Business and Hospitality at The University of Kentucky,

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“Both my dad and Armando taught me how important it is to be friendly and keep the customer happy.” the

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Flavor R E C I P E

HAVE A NEIGHBORHOOD PARTY WITH THIS DELICIOUS

Seafood Boil Recipe and photos by J A M I E P L A I N

In the hustle and bustle of life, it's easy to forget the importance of fostering a sense of community right where we live - thriving within our neighborhoods.

And what better way to celebrate that sense of togetherness than by throwing a neighborhood get-together?

Of

course we all know nothing brings people together more than delicious food. Seafood boils are a great option to consider for cooking large batches of quality food at once.

This recipe for a seafood boil includes a broth packed with flavors and seasonings. If you worry about it being too strong for your crowd, feel free to stick with just the crab boil bag, onions, garlic, and lemons for your broth. You can always create the cajun butter separately, and leave it for your neighbors to dip their food in if they choose. Seafood boils can be customized in thousands of ways, from what veggies you choose to include, your seasonings, and your favorite seafoods.

Choose whatever works best for you and your party!

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INGREDIENTS: 4-5 pounds of fresh seafood (shrimp, crab legs, crawfish, lobster, mussels, and/or clams) 4 ears of corn on the cob, cut in 3-inch pieces 2 pounds of smoked sausage, sliced into chunks 2 pounds of small red potatoes, (halved unless they are small) 2 large onions, halved 3 lemons, halved 8 cloves of garlic 2 bay leaves 1 crab boil bag 1 chicken bouillon cube 1/2 cup of Old Bay seasoning (adjust to taste) 1/4 cup of Cajun seasoning (preferably no salt) 2 tablespoons of lemon pepper 1 tablespoon of hot sauce (optional) Cayenne Pepper to taste CAJUN BUTTER SAUCE: 1 cup diced onion 6 cloves minced garlic (or to taste) 1/2 cup broth from the seafood boil 4 sticks unsalted butter Juice from one large lemon 3 tbsp Old Bay seasoning 2 tbps lemon pepper Cayenne pepper to taste Smoked Paprika to taste Red pepper flakes to taste 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional) 1/2 cup fresh parsley

INSTRUCTIONS: Prepare the Seafood:

Prepare the Cajun Butter:

» Rinse the seafood under cold water,

butter recipe in a bowl and set aside.

removing any debris or sand.

» If using whole crab legs, break them into sections with a crab cracker or kitchen shears.

» If using crawfish, rinse them

thoroughly to purge and remove any debris.

Prepare the Spice Mix: » In a small bowl, combine the Old Bay seasoning, Cajun seasoning, lemon pepper, and cayenne. Set aside.

Prepare the Boil Pot: » Fill a large stockpot or outdoor boiler

with enough water to cover all the ingredients. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

» Once boiling, add the crab boil bag,

» Mix all the spices listed in the cajun » In a saucepan, saute onion and garlic

on medium heat until clear/fragrant. Add the sticks of butter and stir until melted.

» Add broth from the seafood boil, lemon juice, and the prepared spices. Stir until combined and let simmer for 3-5min.

» Add half of the parsley and save the rest for garnish.

Finish and Serve: » Once everything in the boil is cooked,

carefully remove the seafood and other ingredients from the pot using a slotted spoon or spider strainer, and transfer them to a large serving platter or table lined with newspaper or butcher paper.

» Pour 1/2 of the prepared cajun butter over the top of the food. Serve the rest alongside the seafood boil for dipping.

minced garlic, bay leaves, lemon halves, bouillon cube, hot sauce and the spice mix to the pot. Stir to combine.

» Garnish the seafood with chopped

Add the Ingredients:

» Provide cocktail sauce for those who

» Add the potatoes and onions to the pot

first, as they will take the longest to cook.

Let them boil for about 12 minutes.

» Next, add the smoked sausage and corn

on the cob to the pot. Continue boiling for another 5 minutes.

Add the Seafood: » Add whatever seafood you decided on

to the pot in the following order: (raw) crab legs, lobster tails, mussels/clams, crawfish & shrimp. Be sure to space them out evenly to ensure even cooking.

» Cover the pot and let everything boil

until the seafood is cooked through. You can work on the butter as it cooks.

parsley for a pop of color and freshness. prefer a tangy dip with their seafood.

Enjoy the seafood boil with friends and neighbors at your block party!

Tips: » Make sure to adjust the cooking times based on the size and type of seafood you're using. Overcooking can make the seafood tough.

» Feel free to customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of Cajun seasoning and hot sauce to your taste preferences.

» Provide plenty of napkins and bibs for your guests, as seafood boils can get messy! OL

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Flavor D I S H

What we’re eating now

Owensboro is well-known for the bold flavors of our world-famous barbecue and bourbon. But if you’re looking for something bold, BIG and different, look no further than these over-the-top local dishes. So grab your appetite and a bib and go check out some of our favorites.

Freak Shakes

TRUNNELL’S Far from your average milkshake, these outrageous, elaborate creations combine milkshakes with indulgent toppings, syrups and more.

Whether you’re a fan of Birthday Cake, Oreo Madness, or Gooey Caramel Goodness, their freak shakes will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more.

Chimichanga Bananas

OSCAR’S If you’re a fan of Mexican food, you’ve likely had a chimichanga, fried, filled and topped with cheese sauce. But Oscar’s has flipped the script with their Chimichanga Bananas. This dessert puts a sweet twist on a classic, with a banana deep fried in a flour tortilla, topped with powdered sugar and chocolate sauce, and served with ice cream.

El Big “O” Burrito

DON MARIO’S A dish doesn’t have to be sweet to be “over-the-top.” Just ask anyone who has attempted to tackle Don Mario’s El Big “O” Burrito. All of Don Mario’s delicious burritos are big enough to fill you up, but they take it to the next level with this one. The monster-sized burrito is made with not one, but two 14” flour tortillas filled with chicken, steak, pork, chorizo, barbacoa beef, rice, beans, lettuce, pico de gallo and sour cream, and topped off with cheese dip.

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FROM THE ARCHIVES

Let Freedom Ring Celebrating Independence Day in 1924

Written by L O R A W I M S AT T

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he Fourth of July – more commonly referred to then as Independence Day – was celebrated in spectacular fashion in Owensboro back in 1924, when residents of our fair city were a century closer to the event so commemorated than we are today.

The Owensboro Fairgrounds invited the entire community to “come and spend a grand and glorious” day, with “something doing every minute.”

Admission? 50 cents for adults, 25 cents for children. A small price to pay for a fantastic array of events and activities, highlighted by a flying circus, an automobile race, fireworks and free barbecue.

That flying circus featured the “greatest aerial acrobat” Miss Mabel Cody and her troupe of daredevils, performing “death-defying stunts in mid-air.” Those feats were to include “changing from a fastmoving automobile to an airplane by a rope ladder from the plane” as well as “changing from plane to plane … stepping from fast moving cars, daring parachute leaps from dizzying heights and many other hair-raising stunts.”

The intrepid Miss Cody was also scheduled to perform “night flying with an illuminated plane featuring her daring loop the loop and other daring stunts.” This “special aerial display of rare beauty” was to take place in conjunction with a “dazzling fireworks display” that promised

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to be the “greatest and grandest display of patriotic fireworks ever held in this part of the country.”

Alas!

The following day’s newspapers reported that the flying circus was unable to perform, “due to a wreck of one plane and motor trouble in the other.” The wreck took place “while landing in the field near Griffith Avenue (and) crashed into a fence, which was not visible to the aviator.”

As for the fireworks themselves, the display included a 25-foot-tall replica of the Statue of Liberty “to be reproduced in lines of fire,” along with the Liberty Bell and a sparkling Niagara Falls.

For those who enjoy their thrills a little closer to the ground, the fairgrounds was also to host a 50-mile auto race – a 100-lap “spectacular speed meet” that would award bragging rights and “dirt track honors of Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky by the best

drivers and fastest cars.” The $500 purse for this race was to be divided among the top four winners, with first place taking $250, then $125, $75 and $50. By the way: A quick Google search indicates that the fastest cars of 1924 reached speeds between 88 and 130, depending upon track conditions and the type of automobile being raced.

Taking the checkered flag in that race was Frank Brumfield of Owensboro, driving “Basham’s B.B. special,” finishing the race without ever having being forced to the pits. The report published in the Owensboro Messenger the following morning boasted that “the time it took for him to reel off the fifty miles was only one hour and fourteen minutes.”

But one needn’t have traveled to the fairgrounds to enjoy the patriotic fever of the holiday. The American Legion had worked diligently to display the U.S. flag “properly

hung and displayed at frequent intervals along the sidewalks,” adding “a touch of color to the downtown section that made it very attractive.”

Most stores in the business district were closed for the day, but roads were “alive with automobiles racing in both directions. Rural folks were coming to town to the automobile races, while city folks were hying themselves to the woods for a few chigoes (fleas) and such like. Squirrel hunters were plentiful and fishing parties were numerous.”

That spirit was celebrated in the opening stanza of a poem titled “America’s Heritage”: “Out in the open, today folks are gropin’ For sunshine and fresh air and rest.

A picnic affray is the call of the day And with freedom we all appear blest.”

The poem concludes with the following lines, which we believe are as true today as they were 100 years ago, and we hope will continue to be true in all the centuries to come: “It isn’t surprising that we’re realizing From cities ’way out to the sticks, The world can’t enslave us; ’twas freedom it gave us, In Seventeen-Seventy-Six.” OL

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