Owensboro Living September / October 2020

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Contents

SEPT/ OCT 2020 TRENDING 8 BEHIND

THE SCENES

The inside scoop on the making of the magazine.

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 15 A R T

Owensboro native, Andy Shoemaker, converts “junk” into art.

LIFESTYLE 55 H O M E

Home Gardening 101: Make your quarantine garden grow.

60 S E N I O R

LIVING

Cooking with grandkids: Dig out those family recipes and make some memories.

62 H E A L T H

Julie Moore tells us how to stay healthy at home with yoga.

FLAVOR 67 R E C I P E

Try this delicious s’mores cake for a fall favorite reimagined.

FEATURES

20 REMEMBERING JACK WELLS

23 FOOD BREWS & FUN IN DOWNTOWN OWENSBORO

On August 2, 2020, Owensboro lost “one of the brightest lights and softest voices in our community.” That quote from Kirk Kirkpatrick summed up the life and legacy of Jack Wells.

David Haynes, Max Garvin and Will Johnson are creating an entertainment complex at 200 W. 2nd St. Read about The Brew Bridge, their new brewery in downtown Owensboro.

BY STEVEN WILSON

B Y M A R LY S M A S O N

26 GABE’S TOWER

A look back at an Owensboro icon.

30 SPORTSTUTOR

BY LAURA MURPHY

35 GATHER AROUND THE TABLE

Developing well-rounded athletes.

B Y M A R LY S M A S O N

Joys of Cooking, formerly known as Cooking 101, caters to clients of all ages, hoping to introduce or perfect cooking skills to any level cook.

BY ASHLEY WEDDING

70 D I S H

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

72 R E S TA U R A N T

SPOTLIGHT

Larry Owen opens PeezO’s Pizza during a pandemic.

75 T H E

DINING GUIDE

Discover the Flavor or Owensboro

SPECIAL SECTIONS

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THE SCENES

EDITOR’S NOTE

Barbecuing for Beginners

W

elcome to the 2020 Owensboro Living Dining Guide. We’re still in the middle of a pandemic, and dining out may not be the same as it was 6 or 7 months ago, but one thing’s still true – we all have to eat. There are plenty of great restaurant options here in town, and many people have discovered the convenience (and safety) of ordering in and using your favorite meal delivery option. Others have learned new culinary skills, like how to bake sourdough bread or grow a home garden.

Me? I’ve learned to smoke meat. For as long as I can remember, I’ve loved barbeque.

Living in Owensboro, I realize I’m not alone in this category, and that’s why I’m sharing my smoky journey with you. Just in the way of background, I never knew how to cook anything – like, not even a grilled cheese sandwich. But when Summer (who is a great cook), and I got married, we learned that it’s something we liked doing together. And I learned, with her help, that cooking doesn’t have to be intimidating or hard. If you have the pots and pans, the internet (for looking up your favorite recipes) and spices (because nobody likes bland food), you’re well on your way to becoming a home chef.

So I’d become proficient with a few dishes, and one day this past March Summer brings home a rack of ribs from the grocery. She was brave enough to think I could barbeque them, and that gave me the confidence I needed to start experimenting with smoke.

While I’m sure expensive smokers are worth the investment, I decided to convert my old Weber kettle into a smoker since I was just getting my feet wet. A few YouTube videos later, and I was on my way to smoking the ribs. The key is slow, low indirect heat. Just heat your charcoals until their white, and dump them in the bottom of one half of the kettle.

The other half of the bottom is occupied by a drip pan. Not only does this serve to catch the juice from the meat above it, but you can also fill it with whatever liquid you want to use to keep your meat from drying out (I recommend apple cider vinegar or beer, but you can play around with any combination). Next, throw some soaked wood chunks on top of the coals. (You’ll want to add some new charcoal and wood chunks on every 45 minutes or so to maintain your heat during the smoking process).

Once your coals and your drip pan are in place, place the top rack above them, and place the meat over the drip pan. When you put the lid on the smoker, make sure the vents are over the side with the meat, ensuring that all that beautiful smoke can only escape once it has passed through the main course. Cooking time varies, but you can usually count on about an hour per pound of meat.

And don’t forget to season it! I like to use a dry rub with salt, pepper, paprika, onion, garlic, cayenne and brown sugar. I usually baste it with barbeque sauce and wrap it in foil for the last hour (this goes for ribs, pork loin, brisket, Boston butt, country ribs….you get the idea.)

Next comes the best part – enjoying the fruits of your labor – and sharing it! So for anyone who thinks they can’t cook, or just hasn’t ever tried, think of the magazine editor who couldn’t toast a cheese sandwich but became a pretty adequate amateur smoker.

STEVEN WILSON, EDITOR steven@owensboroliving.com

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W H AT I ’ M RE A D I N G With the college basketball season cancelled prior to March Madness, and the uncertain future of college football this fall, I had to get my collegiate sports fix somewhere. And while most fans wouldn’t voluntarily recount one of the most crushing losses in their alma mater’s history, I couldn’t resist the story behind Kentucky’s 1992 loss to Duke in the Elite Eight. In it, Wojciechowski reveals the details of the players, coaches, and storylines involved that all led up to that fateful last shot by Christian Laettner. So whether you’re a Kentucky fan who is a glutton for punishment, or just a fan who misses the game, The Last Great Game will help fill that basketball-sized void in your life.

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Jamie is our full-time photographer, original-recipe contributor, and the person in charge of corralling the rest of the staff when our editorial meetings get off track.

Before moving to Owensboro and graduating from Brescia in ’09, Jamie grew up on a horse farm in Lexington, where three generations of her family have worked in the thoroughbred industry.

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ON T HE COV E R When we were creating an issue titled What Makes Owensboro Great, obviously barbecue was at the top of our minds. When we stopped by Old Hickory Bar-B-Q one morning, we were lucky enough to watch as they fired up the pit and filled the room with the hickory smoke they are famous for in Owensboro.

We wanted to incorporate their hickory wood in our photo, so we built a stack to lay behind the food they brought out for us to photograph. All that was left after that was making sure we got that perfect drip from the bottle of dip—the food didn’t need any extra help looking delicious!

Photos by

JAMIE ALEXANDER

While we rely on her for nearly all of our photographs, she particularly enjoys travel, landscape and culinary photography. You can find her work at jaastudios.com.

When she’s not busy taking photographs, Jamie loves traveling with her boyfriend, Ian (they’ve visited ten countries in ten years), cooking, developing recipes, gardening and painting.

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Trending N E W S W O R T H Y

6 things we’re talking about now

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New Business Development in East Owensboro Nearly 23 acres of farmland near Pleasant Valley Road will soon become home to a new development for businesses and professionals. Gary Cecil, president of Professional Properties and Construction, LLC, said his company is in the planning stages of turning

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Back in Session Students, teachers and schools are in uncharted territory. After many shut their doors in March due to the pandemic, they are now starting back both virtually and in-person. Owensboro Public Schools began the school year virtually on August 24, with plans for some students to resume in-person classes on a limited basis on September 28. Daviess County Public Schools is following a similar schedule, with virtual classes starting on August 26. Both Owensboro Catholic Schools and Grace Christian Academy began in-person classes five days a week, also on August 26. At the college level, KWC began classes on August 17, and Brescia started in-person class on August 18.

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the land into something unique and attractive to the residents of Owensboro.

Professional Properties expects the development to be provide a further economic boost to the community.

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

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Windy Hollow Speedway Celebrates 50th Season Sunday August 9 saw the opening of Windy Hollow Speedway for its 50th season of dirt-track racing. Owner Evelyn Miller, whose father opened the Speedway, has been running the track for over 30 years. Miller said she’s thrilled that they were

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able to start their season

Virtual Multicultural Festival

Sunday and to see so many familiar faces despite what’s going on in the world.

Each year, for the past 21 years, First Presbyterian Church has hosted the Owensboro Multicultural Festival. Over the years, the event has drawn thousands of visitors to celebrate intercultural food, music and learning.

This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Festival was held using technology including streaming video and social media. Activities included art exhibits, video performances by area musicians, recipes from a variety of cultural backgrounds, and video profiles of people and cultural exhibits.

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2021 Community Health Grants The Community Health Investments Grants provide in-kind and financial

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support for health,

Edge Medals in AAU Junior Olympics

human services and arts projects and programming throughout the region. This year, the grants will support 35 projects throughout the region, with a total of $640,000 in funds being distributed during FY2021.

11-year-old

Camryn

This year’s amount means

Edge

recently

Owensboro Health has invested more than $7

competed as a track

million in area agencies

and field athlete in the

since 2009.

AAU Junior Olympics in

Satellite

Florida. Edge

Beach, placed

4th in the 3,000m event, earning his first bronze medal. He went on to earn two more bronze medals, in the 800m and 1,500m events. Athletes received All-American patches and hats with their top finishes.

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CULTURE

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Culture A R T

THE MEDIEVAL MAN

Converting “Junk” into Art Written by J O H N K I R K PAT R I C K

Photos by J A M I E A L E X A N D E R

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Art presents itself in a variety of ways, generally left to

the imagination of its creator. For Owensboro native Andy Shoemaker, rusted auto parts and garden tools paired with trampoline springs form the finest of canvases.

Nearly a decade ago, he began transforming discarded

metal and other dated objects into some of the most innovative artwork to grace the streets of Owensboro.

Some of his more notable pieces are on display at The Pub on Second Street, The Brew Bridge, Niko’s Bakery, and Studio 105.

“A lot of things that I use are rarely in use anymore—it’s

dated stuff that has since been replaced by gas engines or

electric motors,” he said. “It runs the

else could have; I wanted to make her

gauntlet—I may find it in yard sales,

something.”

dumpsters, or on the side of the road.

A lot of times, friends or people in the

hand sickle and scrap metal was the

community will contact me to get rid

beginning of his ever-evolving hobby.

of something.”

“My mom’s friends caught wind

Items that most would perceive as

of the bird, and of course, they had

junk, Shoemaker converts into the

to have one, too,” he said. “I’ve been

likes of trees, faces, horses, owls,

making big pieces for individuals and

collages, and more. The first piece he

businesses alike ever since.”

ever crafted was a bird that he gifted

He spent the first 27 years of his

to his mom on Mother’s Day nearly a

career with Green River Steel, now

decade ago.

working as a contractor for IMG out

“I’ve been fooling around in the

of Paducah. With over 45 years of

metal industry since I was a teen,

experience in the metal industry,

and I was always telling myself, ‘hey,

Shoemaker delights in taking a break

that will make something,’” he said.

from rebuilding heavy equipment to

“I decided that I wasn’t going to buy

let his imagination run wild.

my mom something that everyone

“It’s just a hobby to have fun

That bird that he formed out of a

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Culture A R T with,” he said. “You get to go into

them as a sounding board to listen

some of mine.”

another zone and get interested

to his ideas, especially his wife,

Quick to let him know her

in what’s right there in front

Debbie.

thoughts, Debbie will generally

of

“I enjoy working with my

respond with, “What? Are you

something.”

children

crazy?” or an approving “I really

Shoemaker is married with

have two grandkids and a nephew

like that.”

three sons, one daughter, and

that weld with me. It’s nice to get

Shoemaker’s

four grandchildren, and shares

their imaginations going,” he

his passion for art with the entire

said. “My wife is always coming

family. He most frequently uses

up with ideas and listening to

you—you

can

get

lost

in

and

grandchildren—I

“You get to go into another zone and get interested in what’s right there in front of you—you can get lost in something.”

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works

range

from animals to trees, and from abstract to naturalistic. Some of his favorite pieces, however, are special requests from families to convert heirlooms into keepsakes.

To view more of his found metal

art, visit Shoemaker’s Facebook page by searching Medieval Man Studio. OL

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Remembering

Jack Wells Written by S T E V E N W I L S O N Photo from G O C H A M B E R M A G A Z I N E Q 3 2 0 1 6

by L U C A S W I M A N

On August 2, 2020, Owensboro lost “one of the brightest lights and softest voices in our community.”

That quote from Kirk Kirkpatrick summed up the life and legacy of Jack Wells.

Born in 1955 on the west end of Owensboro, Jack’s light

always shone bright. From a young age, Jack impacted those around him with his work ethic, entrepreneurial spirit and charitable mindset.

The foundation for his career as an entrepreneur was

laid in the laundry room at Hermitage Nursing Home on West Parrish Avenue, where a fifteen year-old Wells earned $1.25 an hour on his first job. While most teenagers simply revel at the thought of their first paycheck, Wells saw an opportunity for something greater in that part-time job.

When I interviewed Jack for the first issue of Owensboro Living in 2013, he remarked, “I started working that job in 1970, and it lasted….well, still to this day.”

That teenager in the laundry room went on to own that same nursing home, along with thirty other nursing homes, in what became Wells Health Systems. At its height,

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the company employed 3,700

saw that vision come to life. The

Owensboro, and did everything

workers, and was the largest of its

downtown properties purchased

in his power to make his city a

kind in the state.

and developed by Jack’s company

better place. Pastor Jim Wells,

After selling his healthcare

became

Boardwalk

Jack’s brother, remarked at the

company, Jack formed Riverfront

Pipeline

building,

Celebration of Life that “Jack had

JAM, LLC in 2010 with his business

the

Owensboro

fire in his belly. He was energetic.

partner, Matt Hayden, for the

Riverfront, and the Enclave at

He was always on the move. He

purpose of purchasing properties

Riverfront Living, among others.

always had another idea. He

in downtown Owensboro.

Beyond

was always looking for another

In

the

new office

Holiday

Inn

developing

downtown

that same 2013 interview, Jack

Owensboro for others, Jack was

opportunity.”

said, “I wanted to be a part of

also a part of the downtown

And while Jack’s hard work

the revitalization of downtown

landscape, with his offices at

and success were evident, he was

[Owensboro]. My personal vision

100 West Second Street, and

also intentional about treating

is to create a living destination

making his residence on the top

every day like a holiday. At the

for

floor of The Enclave – which he

Celebration of Life held on August

art and events, and creating fun,

graciously

Owensboro

8, 2020 in memoriam of Jack,

great shopping, great food, and

Living to feature in our March

Kirkpatrick also recalled a student

an overall environment where

2020 issue.

at an event asking Jack what he

people want to live.”

Even with all his success,

did for a living. Jack’s response,

Jack continued to advocate for

“I’m living the dream.”

downtown,

encompassing

Over the next seven years, Jack

allowed

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FOOD, BREWS & FUN IN DOWNTOWN

OWENSBORO Written by M A R LY S M A S O N

Photos by J A M I E A L E X A N D E R

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D at

avid Haynes, Max Garvin and

two began discussing how they

District, which allows patrons at

Will Johnson are creating

could do the same thing—but

participating businesses to leave

an entertainment complex

cheaper and better—in Owensboro.

the premise with an alcoholic

beverage in a specially-marked

200

W.

2nd

St.

Combined

“Our goal was to have as high

with Haynes and Garvin’s other

of quality as we could with the

cup.

successful business, Escape Today,

cheapest

The

located next to their new brewery,

adding that they are currently the

July 10, 2020, was scheduled for a

The Brew Bridge, the three have a

‘best deal in the nation’ since they

February opening, but the owners

goal of creating an environment

also offer customers an hour of play

pushed into late March, without

where anyone in Owensboro can

in their 60-game arcade.

knowing what was coming with

go for something to do. If all goes

They added an ax-throwing

the pandemic. With the mandated

as planned, next year they will also

area in 2019 that has become quite

closures, the three optimistically

open a mini-golf course behind the

popular, especially with groups of

decided it was the perfect time

brewery.

women, and when they decided

for the interior work they had

they needed more space, the two

originally

knew they wanted to have a location

after opening. This included a wall

where they could also expand into a

made of reclaimed staves that

small-batch brewery. This is when

create a basket-weave effect.

Johnson entered the picture. He is

a homebrewer who typically made

the wall three times—once because

five- to ten-gallon batches, and

it needed support, the second

experimented with a multitude

because the plywood they used for

of recipes while also talking to

support could be seen, and the third

brewmasters at various breweries

and final with the plywood painted

in Kentucky once he went into

black.

business with Garvin and Haynes.

They also removed the drop

After several months of looking

ceiling only to discover beams that

and

at over 25 locations, they settled on

are eerily similar to the shape of the

innovative planning — is what

the site where Barnaby’s Nightclub

Blue Bridge, so they painted them

brought Escape Today to Owensboro

was located.

blue.

four years ago. Since then, Garvin

and Haynes have continued to add

Haynes said of the intentional

can-do work ethic that drives these

to their escape rooms, including

choice where they are located

three millennials to believe they can

Harry Potteresque and “Stranger

and its proximity to downtown.

achieve anything. They all admit

Things” rooms.

They have a parking lot, which is

they are unfamiliar with the word

extremely important to patrons

“no,” they are always thinking of

who

parking

ways to add a new element, and

adventure game began after a trip

opportunities—or lack thereof—in

they don’t get frustrated when

to participate in an escape room.

downtown Owensboro, it is on the

the timing for their business ideas

Neither went in thinking of creating

trolley’s route, and it is included

doesn’t

one themselves, but afterward, the

in the downtown Entertainment

another way to do it.

“It’s all about inclusivity,” Haynes said. “It’s not ‘that’ dive bar and it’s not that hoity-toity—it’s for Owensboro.”

That

The unique

philosophy

idea

for

—

creating

recreational

this

real-life

prices,”

Haynes

said,

“We want to make an impact,”

do

not

like

the

brewery,

which

planned

to

opened

complete

Johnson said they had to create

It is this optimistic attitude and

work—they

just

find

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As Governor Beshear changes

and enjoy it. And not just beer

at cost to other breweries because

the

for

drinkers, but people wanting an

they don’t see it as a competition.

restaurants and bars, the owners

escape and to learn about small-

Haynes agrees that it isn’t a

continue

and

batch beer-making while enjoying

competition, and that breweries are

serving their patrons—at whatever

food prepared in their full-service

in it together. He said, for example,

capacity is allowed. In fact, the

kitchen.

if someone likes a beer brewed at

mandated bar closing at the end of

Their menu includes appetizers,

another craft brewery, they will

July saw the Brew Bridge close, but

sandwiches and salads that pair

visit Brew Bridge to find something

in reality, it could have stayed open

well with their beer selections, and

similar and vice versa.

because they are a brewery with a

all can be ordered through a local

“This gets people who don’t

full kitchen, which is known as a

delivery service or for curbside

do craft beer to try it...then try

brewpub.

pickup.

another,” Johnson said.

It’s the kind of curve balls

Currently,

that most entrepreneurs would

researching what equipment they

two varieties, but they will expand

find frustrating, but these three

would need, the breweries he visited

that

know that when they are able to

were very open and shared what

more equipment in October from

open to full capacity—whenever

would help in their success. He said

another brewery that is upgrading.

that is—that people will come

that often breweries sell equipment

They produce roughly 30 barrels

state’s

restrictions

experimenting

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Johnson said that when he was

soon

Brew when

Bridge they

has

acquire

monthly, and each barrel serves

young entrepreneurs to go for it.

even with the current restrictions.

6,000 pints.

Haynes said that many of the

from the city... EDC...visitors bureau

from their families and friends.

laws around the distribution of

and chamber,” Haynes said. “They

While the three aren’t sure

alcohol are archaic, and that was

tell us ‘we want you here, you are

something the state was working

doing great things for the city.’”

on changing prior to the pandemic.

With 15 employees and 25

But Brew Bridge is able to ship

employees

and deliver their beers with meal

businesses, Haynes said he enjoys

deliveries, and soon they will

that he can give people a career.

expand to other restaurants.

With

he said. “There is no magic.”

degrees

in

chemistry,

“We have had so much support

between

the

two

“It’s all about the community,”

And they have had a lot of help

what their future successes will be with the brewery because, as Garvin said, “We haven’t even been open [to full capacity] with COVID, so how do we know?” they feel confident that the Brew Bridge will be an Owensboro attraction for

biology and history, the three

Garvin said they are “a little

eating and drinking for years to

owners are definitely having fun

stupid,” but they planned a ton for

come.

with their presence in Owensboro,

how to be successful, and they are

and hope that it encourages other

currently doing so with little debt—

Haynes said. OL

“We want to make an impact,”

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Gabe’s Tower A Look Back at an Owensboro Icon Written by L A U R A M U R P H Y

In 1963, Gabe’s Tower came to life in

Owensboro. Designed by R. Ben Johnson, the thirteen-story high-rise was one of the first round-shaped buildings of its design to be constructed. Behind the iconic landmark was a man with a dream, Gabe Fiorella, Sr.

When he started work as just a young

boy, Gabe may have never imagined that one day he would own one of the most successful and innovative restaurants in the city. After a chain of events drew his interest to the food industry, he would experience many successes in just a short period of time.

“The principal told him when he was

in the eighth grade that he needed to be taken out of the class and be put to work.

His uncle had a fruit stand, and he let him borrow some money to purchase a wagon.

My grandfather pulled that wagon up and down Frederica Street selling hamburgers from it,” Gabe’s grandson Andy Fiorella, Sr. said.

When a bar downtown on Frederica

Street went up for sale, Gabe found the perfect opportunity to expand his business.

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AP IMAGERY

“He saw on the sign that the business was called Abe’s. He thought, ‘all I need to do is put a G in front of it and it can be called Gabe’s.’ That’s how it got the name,” Andy Fiorella, Sr. Said.

In 1959, Gabe purchased the former

Miller

Field

Baseball

Stadium to use for his restaurant “The Steakhouse of the South,” and also for a shopping center just west of it. Four years later, Gabes Tower Motor Inn was complete, a 1.4 million dollar project boasting 120 rooms, a large restaurant and a rooftop pool.

“My first memory was when

I was around ten years old. My siblings and I used to work on Sundays and check the customers’

school. Back when I was younger,

demolition, community members

coats and hats. We’d take a little

there wasn’t really any fast food.

and

black and white TV with us to watch.

It was Old Hickory, Moonlite and

their thoughts on tearing down

People would bring us their coats

Gabe’s,” Fiorella said.

this iconic building. While some

and hats, we’d take them to hang

The

high

neighbors considered it an eyesore

up, and when they’d come back,

rise building would know many

in its most recent condition leading

they gave us a quarter or fifty cents

different names throughout the

to demolition, others joined a

as a tip. I wasn’t officially working,

years, including Gabe’s Motor Inn,

Facebook page titled “Save Gabes”

but really I was,” Andy Fiorella, Sr.

Owensboro Business College, and

hoping to find an investor that

said.

the Town Motor Inn. Through all

would make plans to save the tower.

Gabe became known for his

the new ownership, the business

According

famous line: “Hi Neighbor! It’s

continued

largely

Manager Lelan Hancock, no one

a wonderful world!” He spoke to

overshadowed by the Executive Inn,

came forward with funds or relevant

everyone when they walked in,

which offered 550 rooms at a lower

plans to save it, although several

helping customers to feel right at

price.

people tried. It took ten years

home. Family members became a

“I remember hearing how much

working through various processes

part of the business as it expanded

it cost per room to build Gabe’s.

to get to the point of tearing the

and grew.

Then the Executive Inn came along,

building down.

“I helped out there until it

with rooms built at a fraction of that

closed, bussing tables and washing

cost. That’s why we had such a hard

new than to remodel it. There’s

dishes. We had a restaurant at

time making it,” Andy Fiorella, Sr.

a big difference in restoring an

the mall for a couple of years, so I

said.

older home than a thirteen story

worked there after graduating high

In

thirteen-story

to

light

struggle,

of

the

recent

stakeholders

to

responded

Assistant

to

City

“It’s cheaper to build something

building, with electrical updates,

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and numerous fire codes. Add in the

moved into the area, picked up, and

and struggled through during this

limited area for parking, and it made

revitalized the downtown,” Hancock

Covid battle,” Hancock said.

it extremely difficult,” Hancock said.

said.

Overall,

In

once occupied by Gabe’s Tower, the

happy with the removal. With broken

Executive Inn demolition, several

city is hopeful that the right buyer

windows and a lack of maintenance,

new doors opened up. The Owensboro

there were several complaints that

Convention

it was becoming a nuisance. After

and the Bluegrass Hall of Fame

cleaning the area and the tower gone,

and Museum moved into the area,

Hancock says they have received a lot

something Hancock believes has

of positive feedback.

been a depiction of growth for this

city, and something that can happen

neighborhood

is

“This is a new day for that area,

the

years

Center,

following

As for future plans for the space

the

the

two

hotels,

will come soon, and see the perfect place for a new business or expanding an existing business. Even with all the glory years of Gabe’s Tower, as many came to know it, the family understands the decision to demolish the building.

and a chance for re-beautification.

where the tower once stood.

The existing shopping center has

“We are not dependent on one

had a facelift, and is ready for a

giant manufacturing plant; we have a

it and redone it, but it just wasn’t

fresh start. It reminds us of the

unique design of multiple businesses

feasible. I hate to see the tower get

Executive Inn when it had fallen to a

with quite a mixed bag. We are lucky

like it was, but yet I am glad to see it

state of disrepair, as well. Following

to have that for the individuals out

gone; it was terrible in that shape,”

demolition,

there who have started businesses

Andy Fiorella, Sr. said. OL

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of

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y Stauffer’s soccer coaching

includes

career was not what he

time, athletic training and focusing

expected

intended

on the mental health of players—

when he graduated from college in

something that is integral to the

1991. But in 2002, he began what

SportsTutor

would, in 2004, be incorporated into

Stauffer said he isn’t really sure how

SportsTutor, a program he designed

the program will look, considering

based on a drafted proposal in his

the

sports

guidelines.

ethics

nor

class

at

Kentucky

incorporating academic

mission.

changing

Of

course,

restrictions

and

Wesleyan College. It was in that

class that Stauffer thought about

decades in the soccer and futsal

the ideal sports league—one that

world, Stauffer said that his own kids

would provide transportation to an

Rainesford (27), Luke (25), Matthew

academy where players would have

(23), and Annie (20) say he has gotten

a snack, complete school work and

soft, but he disagrees.

then practice.

Stauffer

noticed

through

Reflecting on his almost two

“It’s more that my awareness has

his

changed,” he said, explaining that

playing, coaching and refereeing

when his children played soccer at

that many competitive players lacked

SportsTutor, he was very competitive,

fundamental skills necessary to attain

and didn’t truly recognize how self-

the goals set by not only themselves

driven many of SportsTutor players

but also their parents and coaches.

were. “I didn’t realize how focused

For a couple of years, Stauffer’s

the players were. I thought all players

proposal worked at SportsTutor, and

that were playing competitive soccer

the program began building. And

worked that hard especially on their

while his ideal sports league plan got

own.”

lost over the years due to the success

the players born in 1997-2001 who

of the futsal and soccer program and

played in the program.

the number of attendees, the idea

of a training academy continued to

group—good family support, good

evolve.

heads on their shoulders,” he said.

“Of those only two went D1 (NCAA

Stauffer moved the academy to its

He

specifically

mentioned

“They were an exceptionally good

current location at 1316 Alsop Lane in

Division 1).”

2005 and in 2011, he began working

at SportsTutor full time. “If I’d had

next level, only to succumb to the

a business plan, I’d probably have

disappointment of limited resources

screwed it up,” Stauffer said.

and opportunities for soccer players

Now,

pandemic’s

in the United States. “I know the

uncertainties for so many businesses,

level of player we have had over the

Stauffer is considering going back to

years at SportsTutor. We have had

the original plan if his players are

some very, very high level kids who

in a hybrid school setting. This plan

have done everything right only to

with

the

There is such a drive to get to the

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develop programs and schedules, I am constantly thinking about the balance—is it too much, not enough, what is the group’s level, what is the group mentality, what are we, and they, sacrificing to do it.” In an effort to meet the needs of their players and the soccer community as a whole, Sportstutor and Owensboro United Soccer club announced a partnership with Louisville City FC (a professional men’s team that

competes

in

the

United

Soccer League Championship) and Racing Louisville (a professional women’s team that competes in the National Women’s Soccer League),

Ty Stauffer coaching in Barcelona

Kentucky’s only professional soccer

be overlooked in my opinion due

personal goals,” he said.

teams, this summer. “The Loucity

to circumstance.” He has seen this

Citing the recently released HBO

and Racing affiliation will give some

with his kids and other players who

documentary, “The Weight of Gold,”

of our players a direct pathway to

went through his program, and this

which explores the mental health

a professional environment and

sits heavy on Stauffer’s shoulders.

challenges that Olympic Athletes

take away some of the uncertainty

There

often face, Stauffer said that this

are

Owensboro

stories

players

about

who

were

heartbreak

and

disappointment

recognized as Mr. and Mrs. Kentucky

happens at all levels, including

Soccer, with many other high school

when those exceptionally-focused

accolades to their names, but still

athletes have the media and fan

did not receive opportunities to

focus eliminated, often leaving the

further their careers at the highest

athlete lost. Stauffer’s wife, Jennifer

level.

Stauffer, a former ballet studio

So

Stauffer’s

experienced in the past. Hopefully this

arrangement

will

serve

as

inspiration and motivation for their development. It will also give our teams the opportunity to train and play at their new state-of-the-art facilities.”

According

to

Stauffer,

the

at

owner who has been part of the

SportsTutor is to focus on the three

business since its inception, notes

elements essential to developing

that Kate Fagan’s book, What Made

a

mind,

Maddy Run, explores similar themes

skill, game. The purpose is to find

of pressure on young athletes and

community through various game

balance—more than what has been

mental health that she believes all

day promotions and events.

done in the past.

families should be aware of.

Even among soccer colleagues,

Stauffer’s

well-rounded

mission

that some of our top players have

athlete:

“Since we have grown and now

“I am definitely more aware of

affiliation

will

opportunities

also for

afford improved

coaching education, as well as create enthusiasm for the local soccer

perspective

on

youth

offer more teams, it is important

the long-term environment than I

development

for us to try to meet athletes where

was when we started,” said Stauffer.

four

they are. We try to understand their

played the sport at some point,

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continues,

“As

I

Stauffer

is

unique: children

All have

at

widely

varying

levels.

From

Similarly,

Stauffer’s

youngest

pandemic (Luke currently resides in

recreational, competitive, national

daughter, Annie, 20, has played for

Germany).

and

both Centre College and Transylvania

international,

college,

Stauffer

has

his

U.S.

Soccer

has

University, where she’s currently a

experienced it and seen the ups and

student. Annie also played for the

downs as a parent and a coach.

U.S. Youth Futsal National Team,

Enthusiasm and passion, and the

and taught developmental classes

ability to create positive outcomes

at SportsTutor for younger players.

that comes naturally to me that, to

as a result of it, has been at the heart

Matthew, 23, is the owner of Crossfit

someone else, it might not,” he said.

of Sportstutor as a family business.

Vox in Owensboro, following living

Stauffer

Three of Stauffer’s four children

in California, where he completed

something he explained is a perfect

have trained at Sportstutor: Luke

his level three CrossFit certification.

Stauffer, 25, has played professional

SportsTutor has been a true family

soccer for four different clubs,

business: Jennifer recently took

including the New York Red Bulls,

on

and recently signed with a new club

the business, and oldest daughter

and over Christmas break, took a

in Germany. “He’s fighting against

Rainesford, 27, previously had a

U14 team to Barcelona. The need

all odds, but he is mentally ready,”

ballet barre at SportsTutor, when

for this programming is something

Stauffer said of his son’s new club,

she was still dancing. Even the

Owensboro has embraced for almost

explaining that soccer in European

family dog, Rory, is known for

countries is different. “There’s been

making appearances on the futsal

so much hard work and sacrifice

court between classes.

that’s gone into this,” Jennifer

“My wife and I got so lucky,”

Stauffer adds of Luke’s signing.

Stauffer said. Three of four Stauffer

and

professional,

The

Stauffer

professional

starting to change

a

programming

role

within

Coaching Instructors License, and is teaching adults how to coach soccer to kids. “I am teaching something

match

enjoys

with

his

coaching

futsal,

basketball

and

soccer backgrounds. He’s also on the national soccer coaching staff,

two decades. Now, as the Stauffers look toward the future of their business, they’re eager to bring in new talent, and foster partnerships

is

children have been staying at the

that help the business grow into the

in the United

family home since the start of the

next iteration. OL

pathway

States. Within the past decade, young players are now signing with clubs that have 2nd division teams instead of going to college. The club pays them a modest salary, provides living accommodations and pays for them to attend a local college.

It’s

something

critical

for

the

United States, Stauffer points out.

Currently, due to NCAA rules, top level US college players are playing a three and a half month season in the fall and a six week season in the spring.

Their European

counterparts are playing most of the year for 10 or 11 months a year.

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Gather Around The Table A

shley Webb may not have a

Cooking 101, caters to clients

food with our community all

traditional background in

of all ages, hoping to introduce

around a table.”

the culinary arts, but she

or perfect cooking skills to

did grow up in the kitchen with

any level cook. Ashley and her

from

her mother and grandmother,

husband,

with

College, but says cooking has

which

the

daughter, Micah, son, Issac,

always been a passion. Using

cooking chops to make her new

and a new baby on the way,

recipes from the matriarchs

business, Joys of Cooking, a

make cooking a fun, family

of both her and her husband’s

sizzling success.

affair during their events.

families, Ashley has perfected

Now open nine months, Joys

“We love what we do,”

her menu options for Joys of

of Cooking, formerly known as

Ashley said. “We love to share

Cooking.

has

given

her

Mike,

along

Ashley has a teaching degree Kentucky

Wesleyan

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“I never knew where I wanted to be,” Ashley said of her teaching degree. “It was 10 years before I found my calling. But I have learned that I love to share my ability to cook with others, especially the teaching.”

According to Ashley, their creamy Italian

chicken marsala and alfredo are two of their most popular dishes. But Ashley studies a variety of recipes to offer in her business.

Personally, Ashley is a big fan of Indian food, and tries to incorporate new and interesting flavors in her recipes for Joys of Cooking.

Currently, Ashley and Mike offer a variety

of classes each week, including a Teen Chefs class for ages 12 to 19 on Tuesdays at 4 p.m., a Little Chefs class for ages 6 to 12 on Thursdays at 4 p.m. and a Friday night adult event at 6:30 p.m., where clients can bring their own drinks.

Other days of the week are available for customers to schedule their own events at Joys of Cooking. Ashley said clients have celebrated baby showers, bachelorette parties and girls nights, couple nights and paint parties.

Although Ashley and Mike love that their

business is something that their family can build together, they most enjoy sharing a table with people from the community, which they said brings a sense of unity.

“The value of learning how to cook can be

fun and therapeutic,” Ashley said. “People leave our store, go home and want to cook. It is bonding for families, and can be romantic for couples.”

To schedule an event at Joys of Cooking, you can reach them on Facebook, their website thejoysofcooking.com or by phone at 270-302-8337. OL

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Whether they’re new to the area, or they’ve been around for years, these businesses are a big part of what makes Owensboro great!

But it’s not just the restaurants, car dealerships, and insurance

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What makes our city great? After serving Owensboro for over 20 years, we’ve learned that the people and their helpful attitudes are what really set us apart.

At Allergy & Asthma Specialists, we are proud to be part of a community that helps others and gives back. Our practice treats patients in an environment of sincerity, respect and kindness, using teamwork to ensure positive outcomes. Using only the highestquality staff, we focus on quality care, coupled with honesty and integrity. And we constantly strive to improve our level of care through education of staff and patients, alike.

In addition to providing expert care to the community, our office also contributes to the betterment of our city through the furtherance of research studies. Allergy & Asthma Specialists has its own research department. Through that department, volunteers are vetted to participate in national studies to develop new drugs so that patients can continue to achieve optimal outcomes. In fact, many of our patients and study volunteers have completed studies for many drugs currently on the market.

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Mark & Charlotte Thompson started Integrity as an Owensboro lawn & landscape business in 1984. In 2002, they took a giant leap of faith and opened the home & garden center you know today. Since then, in that same spirit of growth & change, Integrity has renovated & expanded its property, increased its product lines, and recruited specialized staff from across the country! It now spans over 8 acres of retail, greenhouse & nursery space. Co-owner Christopher Thompson says, “Owensboro has allowed us to grow & evolve since the beginning! And we’re excited to keep getting better & better!”

What started as a small local landscape business is still true to its roots, but Mark says, “On top of just the plants that started Integrity nearly 40 years ago, we now install decorative concrete, outdoor kitchens, and fireplaces!” Christopher goes on to explain, “Our challenge is to identify new outdoor living trends and then bring those to Owensboro! We’re fortunate that our community has been incredibly receptive & supportive of those ideas!”

Integrity stocks unique trees & shrubs, seasonal flowers, stylish patio furniture and home & garden décor! In the colder months, they even transform into The Christmas Store! But their staff emphasizes that none of this adventure would be possible without the love & support of the Owensboro community. “Our town is such a wonderful place to live & work!” says Charlotte.

“We have loved building friendships with our customers through the years! It’s really about those relationships!” She says it’s fun to see new faces & meet new shoppers, and it’s humbling to have loyal customers who “have been with us since Day 1!”

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Bluegrass Dental

From the moment you step foot in

Bluegrass Dental, you’ll quickly realize it’s not your typical dental office. Fresh weekly flowers, relaxing aromas, heated and massaging dental chairs, warm scented towels, private spacious treatment rooms, and free lifetime whitening are all stand out features that make this office seem more like a spa than a visit to the dentist. The owner, Dr. Josh Stamper says that offering these unique amenities is what has allowed him to stand out from other dental offices and grow quite quickly here in Owensboro.

“Owensboro has been the perfect place

for my vision of what I believe a dental office should be,” Dr. Stamper continues, “I spent much of my childhood in the dental chair repairing damage from trauma, so I know it can be an unpleasant experience. I wanted to create a space where people felt comfortable, and reward those who prioritize their oral health with amenities and incentives that usually cost hundreds of dollars. The goal is to just get people in the door and talk about their dental health without shame or fear of humiliation.”

Supporting Owensboro small businesses

is something Dr. Stamper enjoys doing through Bluegrass Dental. “One of my favorite new things we’re doing is trying to use as many local small businesses for creative needs. For instance, we get in weekly flowers for the waiting room from a local florist because it adds to the ambiance of the office, and I’ll purchase a lot of $5 gift cards to a local coffee shop or cafe to send to random patients as a thank you, which helps get potential new clients to our business.”

Dr. Stamper loves working in Owensboro

because his patient’s are his neighbors. He says, “Seeing my patients outside of the office, whether it’s at church or out walking my dog at Smothers Park, and knowing I’m part of the reason they are healthy and smiling is just a really good feeling.”

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Four Generations in the Family Business

Later this month, the Ehrlich Corporation will celebrate its 45th year in business. While they opened the Owensboro Red Wing Shoe

store in 2017, their family roots in the area run deep. Four generations ago, Leonard Smith began working for S.W. Anderson department store, right here in Owensboro, where he was the shoe department manager. Leonard later worked for Dawson’s Shoe Store, where he became store manager in downtown Owensboro. After working for a few years and loving the shoe business, he decided to open his own family shoe store, The Shoe Box in Boonville, Indiana on August 19, 1955. He later branched out into Princeton, Indiana, opening Smith Shoes. Then on September 30, 1976 his son Ehrlich, established the first Red Wing Shoe Stores in Evansville, Indiana creating The Ehrlich Corporation. It has now expanded to include eight Red Wing Shoe Stores across the state of Indiana and Kentucky. Ehrlich’s daughter, Michelle Smith Beard, and grandson, Jarrad Beard, now represent the third and fourth generations of the family actively working in the business.

The Ehrlich Corporation and their tradition of serving our city is part of what makes Owensboro great! Ehrlich, said, “Owensboro has

always been a good retail town, and loyal in supporting businesses within their community.” Jarrad said, “When we were presented with the opportunity to open a Red Wing Shoe store in Owensboro, it was a natural fit for us to come back home to where it all started with great-grandfather and his desire to own his own shoe store. Since opening the store, everyone has been very welcoming, and we have developed close ties with many throughout the community.”

Our retail location on Highway 54 carries Red Wing, Irish Setter Work, Irish Setter Hunt, Worx, Red Wing Heritage and Vasque Hiking.

We offer a wide selection of footwear and accessories for all of our customer’s needs. We also offer partnerships with businesses through our Red Wing Business Advantage Account to outfit their employees in safety footwear at discounted rates. For more information on this program please contact the store.

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Alexander Thompson Arnold PLLC

While Alexander Thompson Arnold PLLC, or just ATA, may be a newer name in the Owensboro

community, the faces remain the same. The ATA Owensboro team has been a part of this community; growing, developing, and constantly striving to be better, for many years. This community has allowed our CPA and advisory services firm to evolve over the years, and it has been and will be an honor to continue to do business with our family and friends in Owensboro.

Owensboro has proven to be a town that offers large opportunities, while remaining loyal and

vested in their small business owners. Owensboro embodies all the characteristics of a small town while affording residents and business owners the chance to thrive and succeed. Owensboro is a place we want to grow. We want our children to learn here and know that they have opportunities right here at home!

In uncertain times, communities rely on each other more than ever. They pull together to sustain

and outlast any obstacle they may be facing. Over the last few months, Owensboro has proven its resilience, and ATA is delighted to help provide guidance and advisory services to our affiliates within the community. Our goal is to ensure that our community flourishes, supports one another, and sparks innovation to continuously improve. We want to thank you for allowing us to serve you and help amplify your business.

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The Eric Group The Eric Group is a concert and event management firm that works directly with organizations, municipalities, and venues throughout the region to produce world-class concerts and events. Founders and partners, Heath and Molly Eric, are proud to serve the greater Owensboro area.

Molly Eric said, “We enjoy working with the City of Owensboro to produce LIVE on the Banks, a weekly concert series in Smother’s Park. Locals and tourists enjoy the concerts at the Overlook Stage and Allen Street Gazebo every Saturday night through October.”

Heath Eric added, “We are the one-stopshop for all things related to concerts and events. From drive-in movies to sound & lights, marketing to venue management, logistics to staging, talent to strategic planning, and more… we do indeed ‘Make it Happen.’”

The Eric Group is passionate about working with cities that strive to provide quality entertainment experiences for locals and out of town visitors.

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Kentucky Wesleyan College has a rich and proud history of

providing an immersive liberal arts educational experience.

Students receive a foundation that sets them on a path to successful careers, as well as medical, dental, law and graduate schools. Our graduates remain part of the fabric of Owensboro, and are seen throughout our community as leaders in business, education, healthcare and more.

A centerpiece of campus is a bust of Minerva, the Roman

goddess of wisdom. The bust was once on the Winchester campus administration building that was destroyed by fire.

Minerva survived the blaze and was moved to Owensboro. Like Minerva, Kentucky Wesleyan College continues to thrive in the face of challenges, and has done so for over 160 years. This is because of the strength and support of our neighbors and family in our Owensboro community.

Owensboro has been our campus home for almost 70

years—We are proud to live here.

Give us a call at 270-852-3120 or visit kwc.edu to learn

more about getting on your Wesleyan Way today!

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Owensboro Health During

a

global

pandemic

and

a

nation-wide

unemployment crisis, Owensboro’s largest employer, Owensboro Health, has managed to keep each of its 4,300 employees on the payroll. Owensboro is the only city in the nation where the unemployment rate hasn’t risen over the past year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the health system is proud to play its part in that success.

When COVID-19 reached the area in March, Owensboro

Health started preparing to accept the bulk of coronavirus patients in the area. Having a newly-built facility allowed Owensboro Health Regional Hospital to convert regular patient rooms to negative pressure rooms, which are needed for the safe treatment of infected patients. Most hospitals in our rural region do not have that ability, forcing them to transfer COVID positive patients to Owensboro.

As the health system prepared for a surge of coronavirus

cases, many departments were required to close temporarily for non-emergent procedures. Instead of furloughing or laying off employees from those departments and clinics, the administration took another approach -- reassignment.

Employees shifted from their normal positions and acted as screeners at hospital entrances, helped patients keep in contact with their families when visitors were not allowed, took positions as groundskeepers and more. They also went into businesses in the community and checked employees for symptoms as they came into work, helping other companies stay open safely.

Owensboro Health President and CEO Greg Strahan

said the decision not to let anyone go was made because employees depend on their paycheck, particularly at a time when their spouses may have been laid off from their own jobs. During April and May, Owensboro Health saw a 65 percent cut in revenue, but no employee missed a paycheck and they also received their annual bonus early to help quell worries in an uncertain time.

Keeping all the team members employed also meant

the hospital could return to normal operations faster, as soon as it was safe to do so.

“Our success is a tribute to our people’s willingness

to do things they weren’t really expecting to do,” said Strahan. “There’s resilience in our staff and I couldn’t be more proud of our team.”

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We are proud to represent the best brand in the supplemental insurance market right here in our hometown.

We encourage everyone to start now, and safeguard yourself and assets against the financial hardship of an accident or illness. Our plans weekly cost as little as one Starbucks visit.

Our team is dedicated, action oriented and available- we are here to serve!

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J&R Construction J&R Construction is an award-winning remodeling company serving Owensboro, Lexington and parts of Central Kentucky.

The Owensboro office, located right in the heart of our thriving downtown area, allows us to engage in all of the happenings of downtown. We are honored to be a part of the forward movement of business and growth in Owensboro. Ashley, Mike and Spencer are local, and enjoy bringing the innovative aspects of design, build, remodel to the area. We’ve been in business since 2003, specializing in residential design/build home remodeling projects, and helping everyone enjoy the process along the way. We are proud to serve and live in the Owensboro area.

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SENIOR LIVING: COOKING WITH THE GRANDKIDS p. 60

HEALTH: STAYING HEALTHY AT HOME WITH YOGA p. 62

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Lifestyle H O M E HOME GARDENING 101

Making Your Quarantine Garden Grow Written by S T E V E N W I L S O N

Photos by J A M I E A L E X A N D E R

Most of us have had some unexpected extra time on our hands in the last several months. What better time to pick up a new hobby?

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ince we’ve been quarantined

5. How do I care for my home

your results. Nothing is more

during

vegetable

much

frustrating than putting hours of

summer months, many have

fertilizer and water does it need?

time and many dollars of resources

opted to take up home gardening

How do I keep bugs and rodents

into your garden only to see that

so they can enjoy a fall bounty. For

out of my garden?

it has failed. You must, at least to

the

spring

and

garden?

How

those who may have considered

some degree, answer the noted

starting a garden, but haven’t

questions. You will make mistakes

yet taken the leap, here are some

and some plants will not turn out

helpful questions to ponder.

as expected.

To minimize that, however,

1. Where am I going to plant my

there are many resources out

garden? Will you be gardening in

there to gather information on

your yard, vegetable container

home garden plans for your home

gardening

vegetable garden. Of course there

or

hydroponic

gardening, to name a few?

is the Internet, however, I would also strongly recommend a good

2. What are the best vegetables

garden reference manual or your

to grow in my garden given my

local

climate, size of garden, type of

people are happy to assist you with

soil, and what I like to eat?

your garden project.

6.

Do different plants require

greenhouse

owner.

Most

So again, to ensure you have an

3. Where do plants best thrive in

different care? How do I dress the

optimal vegetable, home garden

a garden—shade or sun, close

vegetables once I have harvested

plans that are well thought out

together or far apart?

them? How long are they good for

and executed is a must! I hope this

after harvest?

gives you a good jumping off point

4. Is there a best type of seed?

with your new garden. Good luck

How long does that seed take

If you are a beginning gardener,

with your home garden plans and

to germinate? Growing season

having well thought out home

may your vegetable home garden

length?

garden plans will make or break

be bountiful!

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Autumn Gardening

It’s not too late to enjoy more produce from your garden! As long as you do the proper research, an autumn garden is a great way to stretch out your growing season. Follow our tips below for a healthy fall harvest!

Research autumn tips for the specific type of plant you’ll be growing. There are many you’ll want to plant deeper in the soil due to warmer soil temperatures of late summer! There will also be some that will need extra maturing time due to the cooler autumn days.

Unless you are planting a hardy crop that is tough in cold weather, make sure that you pick quick-growing vegetables that will reach maturity before the first frost (in Owensboro, it will be around October 20th).

If you’re planting something that you’ll be harvesting next year, make sure to add several inches of mulch to protect your plants through winter. Garlic is a great example of a crop that will be ready for you in spring/early summer after an autumn planting!

When planting in the heat of late-summer, you’ll want to make sure that your plants stay consistently moist. If possible, mulch and shade will also keep the soil cool and comfortable for your newly sprouted seeds.

Once matured, autumn crops can last longer in the garden due to the natural “refrigerator” effect of the cooler weather! OL

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LIVING age-appropriate task was available, whether that was snapping beans, tossing the salad, stirring the fudge, mixing the brownie batter (always licking the beaters) peeling, slicing, chopping … I was always included, and I’ve learned to love to cook because of those messy times in the kitchen with my family.

We are all becoming reacquainted

with what we can safely do with our closest loved ones while our favorite activities are suspended.

Cook! Dig out those family recipes and share with your children and grandchildren all your secrets!

No

matter how helpful the internet is, there’s nothing like pulling a stained recipe card out of the treasure box

Cooking with the Grandkids T

and seeing years of love written on it as you share that special time. I make my grandmother’s fudge during the holidays using her hand-written recipe, and each time I hear her say, “there’s really no time limit—and the wooden spoon and weather matters, but that soft-ball in cold water’ll never fail…just be patient.”

Written by D A N A P E V E L E R

Incidentally, I make excellent fudge.

I ONLY use a wooden spoon, and if it

hese past few months have

grateful for their guidance.

found many of us back in the

kitchen.

is one of my garden harvest favorites.

If you’re like me,

Cucumbers and onions in vinegar

doesn’t make a soft ball in cold water – it’s not ready!

It’s never too early to start. Even

you’ve searched the internet for

My

new and improved ways to prepare

realize one of my best memories was

literally everything! It’s been a time

spending time in the kitchen with

for my husband and me to put our

him when I was a kid, cutting up

Ninja Foodi to the test. Who am I

those cucumbers from the garden,

eagerly across the bar while she

kidding, my husband has done all the

watching him take a bite straight out

prepared it, and was so excited when

cooking, but he’s rocked it and we’ve

of the onion, and then seeing him

the much-awaited egg was placed in

had fun!

laugh when my face twisted from the

front of him!

taste of the vinegar, salt and pepper

Cooking with your young ones

brine!

teaches

that we probably wouldn’t have

I grew up being shooed out of

patience, to follow directions, and it

planted had we not had more time to

adult conversations, out of rooms

shows them where food comes from

be home. I had to call my granddad,

being cleaned, away from car engines

– that it isn’t just from grocery store

parents, and mother-in-law to get

while oil was being changed, but

shelves, hopefully giving them a

tips on the best plants and the do’s

never, not one time, was I scooted out

greater appreciation for all of it.

and don’ts of organic gardening

of the kitchen while meals were being

with bugs and other challenges. I’m

prepared.

with

We’ve enjoyed cooking with the

ingredients from our garden bounty

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dad

probably

doesn’t

even

I was handed whatever

my 2 year old grandson walked out of the kitchen with his mom’s skillet recently, asking for an egg. He sat

them

chemistry,

math,

It can raise their comfort levels different

kitchen

tools

–

building confidence and self-esteem.

measuring. Choose a recipe that they

spending time together on a project.

A mixer can be a scary thing, but

can help with while still being safe

The sharing builds mutual respect,

demonstrating its use takes the fear

– let them slice the bananas with a

and if they come away thinking

away, and can be pretty tasty when

butter knife, or use that knife to level

you splatter that homemade icing

off a cup of sugar, or pour the pre-

you’re a rock star, all the better!

all over the place! The more time

measured flour into the mixer.

you spend in the kitchen, the more

comfortable they become!

through the steps of the recipe

– explain why you add certain

Here are just a few tips to get you

started:

Be

Be a cooking show host!

Talk

ingredients at specific times, and ready—messes

best pictures!

make

the

It’s also a fantastic

what reaction takes place when you don’t.

I remember my mom

Take time to taste along the way.

It helps develop their palate, and also teaches them to cook to their own taste.

They can be creative

with flavors and textures – it’s a wonderful way to experiment and learn likes and dislikes. It still amazes me the satisfaction I get from tasting

teaching opportunity about safe food

explaining how to add an egg to a hot

handling, washing your hands as

liquid without cooking the egg and

well as the food itself, cleaning up,

making it lumpy. I can still see that

and getting all your work finished

custard mixture coming together to

before you enjoy the fruits of your

turn into ice cream a few hours after

labor.

it chilled.

it seems we need that special time

Some of the most heart-felt,

with our families. While things are a

honest

little slower, dig out those treasured

Do some prep work ahead of time

that makes it easier.

For example,

do the heavy chopping or pre-

conversations

with

your

kids and your grandkids come from

something from a family recipe and getting it just right.

There are so many recipes that are

kid-friendly. Now more than ever,

recipes and share your secrets.

DANA PEVELER is the executive director of the Senior Community Center, located at 1650 W. Second St., Owensboro. The Center offers activities, services and resources for people age 60 and older. Visit seniorcenterodc.com or call 270-687-4640 to learn more.

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Stay Healthy at Home with Yoga Written by M A R LY S M A S O N

F

or the last several years, Julie Moore has been sharing the power of the breath and the movement. So,

during the ongoing pandemic, Moore has been using her characteristic optimism on her social media posts and in her regular yoga classes. Moore, a Registered Yoga Teacher 200, has been teaching yoga classes in her backyard yoga studio, aptly named Moore Yoga, but she also teaches wherever there is a desire to learn, including at Balance Health+Body.

When

the

pandemic

restricted

group gatherings, Moore changed her

she said. “We aren’t embodying it and

parasympathetic system.”

just leaving it...it’s ok to feel scared

Prior to the pandemic, Moore

and overwhelmed as much as other,

had considered adding an online

happier [emotions].”

component to her teaching, but had

Her classes are an opportunity for

not considered live classes. But now

a person to “drop into it and release

that she has taught virtually, she

it,” and then create a space in the body

enjoys the connection, and knows the

through the movement, and in the

importance of sharing yoga.

and movement.”

mind through the release, which she

Moore believes that people have

said gives perspective, and hopefully

to go inward—through breathing,

all of these emotions trapped in

the person can breathe better after.

meditation or physical movement—

their

“All of that overwhelming feeling

and to connect herself with shape, and

overwhelmed, fear, chaos—and all

can land in our body and when

come out a more authentic self and

of these wreak havoc on their minds,

we’re moving, we aren’t letting it

better able to take care of others.

bodies and health.

stick there—we don’t let it store,”

Moore is also known to share

“People often say ‘It’s no big deal,’

she said. “Don’t hold your breath,

vulnerable moments on social media

but keep going over it in their mind,”

don’t tense up...all of this signals the

that offer insight and reflection on her

programming to offer it through Zoom.

Suddenly, friends from Washington D.C., Tennessee and Colorado were in her virtual classes, along with past clients who had moved away.

“Part of my practice and my work

with people is to create space,” she said. “There is a thing between breath

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For her, yoga is about the ability

parenting and relationship styles. The comments on these posts are genuine, and most seem grateful that someone can relate to how they’re feeling.

“I’m just showing up honest, and being authentic

makes others want to do the same,” she said.

And through this, Moore has learned how to navigate a world that wasn’t aligning with her, and created one more as she would want it to be.

“It’s not anyone else’s job to do it,” she remarked,

adding that it is easy to become distracted and stressed out, especially with the daily uncertainty of the present time.

When she is overwhelmed and stressed, and not

showing up for herself, she said she retreats to her yoga practices to gain new thoughts and perspectives.

“It’s important to know what it is you need and

lean on those resources—whether it is a person, a therapist, breath, yoga,” she said.

And many use Moore’s yoga teachings, social media posts and informal conversations as what they need to find some type of calm in this overwhelming space in which we are currently living.

“Through all conversations, I want people to know it’s ok to feel overwhelmed now—how can you not—and find what works for you and speak it into existence,” she said.

Moore’s yoga schedule can be found on social media and payment for most of her classes are donation-based in an effort for anyone and everyone to join, regardless of their financial situation.

“Pay what you are called to, and if you don’t have it

that day, come anyway and pay it forward somewhere and sometime,” she said.

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s we all stay home more than usual, it’s easier than ever to reach for the junk food cabinet, but healthy eating at home is possible. Making better food choices is easy when you follow these guidelines created with families and picky kids in mind.

O P T F O R H E A LT H Y S N A C K S Sometimes you just need a little something between your three daily meals. The good news is nutritionists say it’s fine to have occasional snacks. This is especially true for younger children, because their smaller bellies get full faster.

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When it comes to beverages, water is king. Opt for water or flavored water instead of soda or sports drinks like Gatorade.

GET YOUR VEGGIES What do you do when your child refuses to eat their vegetables? You get creative! There are many ways to disguise vegetables in meals they will eat. Try these:

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Add carrots to meatloaf Grind up squash in spaghetti Blend spinach into smoothies

Offering them choices can also be beneficial. Give the option of adding cheese sauce to broccoli, or ask if they’d rather have a different vegetable like green beans instead. If they still won’t eat veggies, offer them fruit.

Letting kids help plan and cook meals can also get them more interested in different foods and they’ll be more likely to eat what they were involved in preparing.

H AV E FA M I LY D I N N E R S

Eating together can improve family health and bonding, especially now when things are different. Make dinner an experience. Instead of distracted eating in front of the TV or your phone, spend time talking about how the day was or what you’re thankful for.

Before or after dinner can be a great time to get in some activity as a family.

Try going for a walk, swimming or riding bikes together. Children need at least an hour of activity a day and at least 30 minutes is recommended for adults, so use this quality time to get moving!

BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

Make snack prep a family activity by letting kids pick items to create a trail mix. Keep the servings small and include goodies like: • Multigrain or whole grain cheerios • Small pretzels • Mini marshmallows • Mini chocolate chips

APPLE CINNAMON B A K E D O AT M E A L

To give your immune system a boost, focus on Vitamin C, Zinc, probiotics and super foods like spinach. It’s rich in magnesium for healthy blood pressure, muscles and bones.

Tomatoes, jalapenos, bell peppers, spinach and onions are high in Vitamin C which aids in iron absorption, helps heal cuts and wounds and works to keep teeth and gums healthy.

S TAY P O S I T I V E

Avoid talking about weight or diets in front of your children as this can lead to body image issues, eating disorders and loss of confidence. Instead, focus on discussing the health benefits of making good food choices, like improved health and better performance in school and sports.

healthy breakfast or snack. You can add a touch more brown sugar if you like it sweeter and a splash of milk for more creaminess.

INGREDIENTS 1½ cups fat-free milk or soy milk ½ cup packed brown sugar ½ cup egg substitute or egg whites 1 tablespoon melted trans-fatfree margarine ½ teaspoon cinnamon 2 cups rolled oats (not instant) 1 teaspoon baking powder 1½ cups chopped apples DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350°F 2. In a small bowl mix the milk, brown sugar, egg substitute/ whites, margarine and cinnamon.

3. In a larger bowl combine the oats and the baking powder.

4. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the oats; add the apples and stir to combine.

5. Spoon the mixture into a 8-by-8-inch pan coated with cooking spray and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until top is firm and a toothpick comes out clean in the center.

NUTRITION INFORMATION Serving size: 1 square Serves 9 Calories: 160; Total fat: 3g; Saturated fat: < 1g; Sodium: 80mg; Total Carbohydrate: 30g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugars: 18g; Protein 4g; Vitamin A: 248 IU; Vitamin C: 1.5 mg; Calcium: 56mg.

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RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT: PEEZO’S PIZZA p. 73

THE DINING GUIDE: RESTAURANT DIRECTORY p. 76

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Flavor R E C I P E A FALL FAVORITE REIMAGINED

Layered S’mores Cake Recipe and photos by J A M I E A L E X A N D E R

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utumn doesn’t get much better than wrapping up in a flannel blanket and making s’mores on a campfire. S’mores are definitely a year-round dessert for me, but if the weather isn’t cooperating (or I just need to make a special treat) this cake is definitely a “go-to.” I’ve included a great recipe for the layers of chocolate cake, but boxed cake can be used in a rush (you may need two boxes in order to get the three layers of the cake). Don’t be scared to decorate! The cake in the photos is the first time I ever decorated a cake, but using the right tools (bowl scraper and a turntable stand) made it so much easier! Honestly this cake is so delicious, nobody will think much about how it looks!

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Chocolate Cake INGREDIENTS: 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Marshmallow Buttercream: INGREDIENTS:

1 cup flour

13oz. Marshmallow fluff

1 cup sugar

1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)

2 tsp baking soda pinch of salt

4 cups powdered sugar

1 cup buttermilk

1 tsp. almond extract

1 cup vegetable oil

INSTRUCTIONS:

2 large eggs 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup hot (almost boiling) water

1. Cream butter in a stand-mixer until smooth.

Add in almond extract, then slowly add in sugar 1/2 cup at a time until

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 300F.

incorporated.

Prepare three 8-inch pans

2. Carefully fold in

by greasing your favorite

marshmallow fluff until

way (I use a store-bought

mixed.

baking spray then line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper).

2. Whisk all dry ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.

3. Add eggs, buttermilk, and vegetable oil and mix until combined.

4. Stir vanilla extract in

Graham Cracker Filling: INGREDIENTS: 5 graham crackers, crumbled 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

hot water, then pour into

1/2 tsp cinnamon

the cake batter bowl and

1/2 tsp all spice (optional)

mix well.

pinch of salt

5. Divide the batter evenly into three pans and bake for 25-30 minutes (until toothpick inserted in the middle comes out almost clean). When finished, let the cakes cool for 15min before removing them from a pan, then leave them on a cooling

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Fold all ingredients together in a bowl until graham crackers are coated.

2. Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined

rack to cool completely.

baking sheet and cook for 8

While cooling, make

min at 350F (until you see

marshmallow frosting &

a slight browning). Allow

Graham cracker filling.

to cool.

Assembly

1. Once cakes are completely cool and marshmallow

frosting/graham cracker filling is prepared, place a layer of cake down (I add a small dab of frosting to the stand first to keep the cake in place while decorating), before adding a layer of frosting, then a layer of graham cracker filling. Add the second layer of cake, before another layer of both the frosting and graham cracker filling, then add the last layer of cake on top.

2. Frost the entire cake with a very thin layer (this is called

the “crumb coat”. It prevents crumbs from the cake getting stuck in the frosting while decorating). Then place the cake in a fridge for 20 minutes so it sets.

3. Once the cake has chilled, bring it out and add your final layer of frosting. It’s sometimes easier to spread it all over so that the cake is completely covered before crafting it into the “look” you desire (to get your frosting extra-smooth like it is in the photo, I recommend using a bowl scraper if you’re a beginner).

4. Decorate your cake however you prefer. I made sure to

reserve some graham cracker filling for the outside of the cake and made a simple chocolate ganache to drip off the top (and help cover my beginner-decorating imperfections).

I also toasted marshmallows with a culinary torch to finish the look! OL

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Flavor D I S H

What we’re eating now School has started back (virtually, at least), and our long summer has come to an end. But there’s still warm weather ahead, and time to enjoy a scoop (or two) of ice cream. Owensboro has plenty of options, but these are some of our favorites.

Ritzy’s With sixteen flavors in the regular rotation, plus a host of seasonal options, it’s not easy to choose when you’re standing at the counter.

But you can’t go wrong with a scoop of Amaretto Cherry and Mint Chocolate Chunk.

Cold Stone Creamery The combinations and mix-ins make the possibilities endless, but we’re partial to the Apple Pie A La Coldstone. Served with french vanilla ice cream, cinnamon, graham cracker pie crust, apple pie filling and caramel. We recommend it in a warm waffle bowl!

Lic’s Deli & Ice Cream An Owensboro favorite for years, their homemade ice cream is a local classic. They offer over 20 flavors to choose from, but their fresh banana is an original that’s hard to top.

Owensboro has long been known for its love of eating out. Lucky for us, our options are always expanding. Check out these new restaurants, and let us know what you think by using #obkyflavor!

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NEW

NEW

NEW

THE BREW BRIDGE

THE PUB ON SECOND

F A I R W E AT H E R

Located at 800 W 2nd St.,

This new downtown spot of

they offer custom brews

West Second Street features

BAKERY CO.

and a full kitchen. There’s

26 taps, with craft beer from

plenty of seating on their

local and regional breweries

outdoor patio.

taking center stage.

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Offering pickup and delivery of sweet treats like their “Sammie” sandwich cookies, pocket pies and baby bundt cakes.

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SPOTLIGHT

PEEZO’S PIZZA

A Piece of the Pie Written by J O H N K I R K PAT R I C K

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eezO’s Pizza has been all the rave on the local social media scene since June, catching the eye of

several media outlets. Owensboro native and pizza enthusiast Larry Owen was furloughed from his position at Aleris, and decided to use the down-time to experiment with some pizza recipes.

With a used convenient store convection oven, the entrepreneur began crafting pizza for friends and family, who would post photos of their pizzas on Facebook. A few days pass, and everyone wants a piece of the pie.

“I was laid off because of the

pandemic, and trying to pay my bills,” he said. “I started messing with my recipes, found something I liked, and got some friends to try it.”

Owen created a private Facebook

group on June 14, and invited 80 of his closest friends to join. Several likes, comments, and shares later—

out to find out how they could

invited Owen into his restaurant,

the group extended its reach to more

get one,” he said. “Our kitchen is

where he experienced first-hand

than 1,000 members within the

completely remodeled and ready to

the several moving parts of the pizza

week—Owen secured a brick-and-

go—I have a few menu items I want

industry.

mortar location for his business.

to perfect, and then we will be ready.”

With permits and licensing in

While the vision and recipes are

competitor,” said Owen. “He showed

place, PeezO’s Pizza is set to open at

all his, Owen was quick to thank

me his entire operation and answered

2100 W. 2nd Street by the end of the

his family and members of the

several questions that I had.”

month. With safety at the forefront,

community

pivotal

With his sandwich experiments

the restaurant will offer delivery

roles in getting his restaurant off

not meeting his satisfaction, Owen

and carryout for the first couple of

the ground. Local and renowned

most recently formed a partnership

months as they continue to monitor

artist Aaron Kizer assisted with

with Niko’s Bakery to supply all of the

the virus and guidelines set forth by

promotional material and signage on

bread for his gourmet sandwiches.

the state.

the building.

“I was not happy with my

sandwiches until I started getting

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“People were instantly reaching

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played

Adam Hansen of Pizza by the Guy

“He didn’t have to do that for a

Photos by

JAMIE ALEXANDER

PEEZO’S PIZZA IS LOCATED AT 2100 W. 2ND ST.

the bread from them,” he said. “They

point—I’ve spent the money, now I

Owen spent the early portion of

welcomed me with open arms, and

need to make it.”

it’s nice when businesses within the

his career as an industrial contractor,

community can help each other out.”

is operating with no debt all while

In addition to overcoming the many

continuing to work full-time at Aleris

barriers that accompany opening a

and raise a family. His commitment to

restaurant, Owen must also navigate

his family makes it difficult for him to

through

justify sacrificing his benefits—that’s

life—it’s always been a favorite of

why he is in search of some help.

mine,” he said. “I wanted a place in

associated

the

many

with

the

restrictions COVID-19

Most remarkable of all is that Owen

traveling all over the nation. As a pizza enthusiast, he made it a priority to visit the local pizza establishments.

“I have been a pizza guy my whole

pandemic.

“It’s challenging to open a business

supportive—I’m only in the position I

during a pandemic,” he said. “There

am because of the people around me,”

are so many uncertainties—you don’t

he said. “I have to find some help,

know what’s going to happen—it’s

especially in the kitchen, to help me

picture, I get an instant reaction. I’m

scary. They could close you at any

keep this thing running smoothly.”

very grateful.”

“My whole family has been very

Owensboro where you could get a quality pizza that rivals some of the ones I’ve tried—Every time I post a

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Owensboro has labeled ourselves the

Bar-B-Que Capital of the World, and we were even named Fast Food Capital of the World (per capita) in the late ‘80s.

Here is a list of restaurants that

Owensboro Living compiled for this

special dining edition. Full disclosure

though: with new restaurants popping up every day and long-standing restaurants changing locations, a list like this is

difficult to maintain. Openings, closings, and relocations are subject to change.

That being said, if you notice any updates we need to make on this list, please email steven@owensboroliving.com.

SPORTS BARS Bar Louie

234 Frederica Street

Upbeat grill chain with American grub, martinis, and microbrews.

Beef O’Brady’s Family Sports Restaurant

3189 Fairview Drive

Family sports pub and

restaurant. Good food and

sports in a friendly atmosphere.

Buffalo Wild Wings

4736 Frederica Street

Lively sports-bar chain dishing up wings and other American pub grub amid lots of largescreen TVs.

Legends Sports Bar & Grill

4431 Springhill Drive, Suite E

Great place to watch the game.

They put the “happy” in happy hour!

O’Bryan Bar & Grill 7006 Highway 815

Family sports bar. Live music.

Rocky’s Bar & Grill

819 Crittenden Street

Plate lunches, sandwiches, side items and homemade pies.

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Sandbar 1108 W. 9th Street Bar games and happy hours.

Seattle-based coffeehouse chain. Signature coffees and desserts.

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

Taylor’s Tavern 2509 W. Parrish Avenue Bar and grill with live music and outdoor seating.

The Creme Coffee House 109 E. 2nd Street Locally-owned, offering a relaxed atmosphere with gourmet coffees, specialty drinks, desserts, soups, and sandwiches.

New China Buffet 4768 Frederica Street Largest buffet in town, featuring Szechuan, Hunan and Mandarin cuisines. Dine-in or carryout.

The Brew Bridge 800 W 2nd St. Offering custom brews and a full kitchen. There’s plenty of seating on their outdoor patio.

The Pub on Second 116a W 2nd St Featuring 26 taps, with craft beer from local and regional breweries taking center stage.

COFFEEHOUSES Dunkin’ Donuts 3011 Frederica Street Donuts, coffee, teas, sandwiches and pastries.

Overflow Café 3232 Villa Point (54) Hand crafted gourmet coffee drinks. Located inside Don Moore.

Starbucks 2402 Frederica Street 5151 Frederica Street (inside Target) 2710 Heartland Crossing A (on 54)

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ASIAN Chopsticks 3023 Highland Pointe Dr (54) Chinese hibachi grill.

Fuji of Japan 4028 Frederica Street Full hibachi menu plus sushi bar.

Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant 1650 Starlite Drive Authentic Chinese cuisine.

Mikato Steak and Sushi 3500 Villa Point Japanese hibachi, Korean BBQ, sushi bar and more.

Juicy Crab 3332 Villa Point Suite#102 In addition to a great variety of crab options,they offer raw sushi, sushi rolls, deep fried rolls, and special rolls.

Mr. Wok Express 3435 Frederica Street

Pan Asian Chinese Food 2656 Frederica Street Chinese, Japanese, sushi.

Shogun of Owensboro 3415 Frederica Street 2127 E Parrish Avenue Japanese hibachi and sushi.

Thai Food Owensboro 1401 Carter Road Authentic and delicious Thai dishes.

Wasabi 636 Southtown Boulevard 238 Kidron Valley, Suite #5 Japanese cuisine, fresh sushi, and a full bar.

BARBECUE Dee’s BBQ & Diner 1362 E. 4th Street Locally-owned diner offering plate specials and barbecue.

Buffet on Fridays and Saturdays.

OLD HICKORY BAR-B-Q 338 Washington Avenue Locally-owned with dine-in, carryout, drive-thru and gift certificates. Celebrating 100 years of serving slow-cooked mutton, chicken and ribs.

Some things are better left unchanged. For over 100 years, our pitmasters at Old Hickory Bar-B-Q have used the same method of slow-cooking for twenty-two hours over hickory wood to infuse that familiar smokey flavor we are known for. We use the same recipes, the same sauce, the same dip, and the same attention to detail to produce quality, traditional barbecue that has become an Owensboro tradition six generations strong. Come dine-in or carry-out and you’ll see why Old Hickory consistently wins the “Reader’s Choice Award” and “Best of Owensboro Living” for best barbecue. Mutton, pork, chicken, ribs, beef or custom cooking, we do it all.

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

Salsaritas 3500 Villa Point (54) Casual restaurant serving fresh Mexican foods, including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos and salads.

DELIS Colby’s Deli & Cafe 401 Frederica Street Locally-owned, offering great breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, cookies and ice cream.

OLE SOUTH BAR-B-Q 3523 Highway 54 Serving great barbecue with a lunch and dinner buffet, and Owensboro’s best breakfast.

Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn 2840 W. Parrish Avenue Locally-owned with a worldfamous buffet with homemade sides, burgoo, and desserts, plus a full salad bar. Dine-in or carryout.

GREEK Famous Bistro 102 W. 2nd Street Locally-owned, serving lunch and dinner, everything from sandwiches to fine dining with a Mediterranean emphasis on Greek cuisine.

ITALIAN Fazoli’s Italian Restaurant 5060 Frederica Street Reasonable prices, food quality traditionally associated with casual dining and quick service; they’ve got something for everyone!

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Niko’s Italian Cuisine 2200 E. Parrish Avenue Fine dining, wine and spirits with an emphasis on Italian cuisine. Locally-owned.

Ernesto’s 611 Emory Drive Wesleyan Park Plaza’s newest restaurant offers tasty authentic Mexican dishes.

Olive Garden 5204 Frederica Street Casual Italian dining featuring authentic entrees, soups, desserts, wines and more.

Los Nopales 3600 Frederica Street Great food, service and street tacos.

MEXI CAN Don Mario’s 122 W 2nd St. Serving up your favorite Mexican dishes downtown— with plenty of outdoor seating.

El Bracero 2945 Wimsatt Court Authentic Mexican restaurant.

El Toribio 3034 E 4th Streed Locally-owned. Authentic Mexican cuisine with daily lunch and Happy Hour specials.

Mexican and American beers.

El Tucan Mexican Restaurant 1007 Tamarack Road, Unit 2 & 3 Locally-owned restaurant specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine.

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La Veracruzana 2229 New Hartford Road Authentic Mexican restaurant that also offers a gift shop.

Mi Ranchito 1146 Carter Road Locally owned, authentic Mexican cuisine.

Mi Ranchito Taqueria 2601 W Parrish Avenue Fast casual version of Mi Ranchito Moe’s Southwest Grill 2065 E Parrish Ave. Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in a lively environment.

Papa Grande 544 Southtown Boulevard 3830 Hwy 54, Unit 203 Locally owned restaurant

Chicken Salad Chick 2596 Calumet Trace Serving Southern-style chicken salad in 12 flavors made by hand daily.

Gene’s Health Food, Inc. 1738 Sweeney Street Locally owned, deli in store with sandwiches, organic salads, juice, smoothies and more.

Lic’s Deli & Ice Cream 2120 W. Parrish Avenue Old-fashioned hand-dipped ice cream and deli sandwiches, cakes, cookies, and chili.

McAlister’s Deli 2065 E Parrish Avenue Ste 500 Sandwiches, salads, soups, spuds and a heaping spoonful of southern hospitality.

Niko’s Bakery & Cafe 601 Emery Drive Locally owned, European style bakery. Breads, croissants, macaroons, pastries, and desserts.

Panera Bread 4600 Frederica Street Bakery offers freshly-baked breads, bagels, baked egg souffles, pastries and sweets.

Café offers sandwiches, soups, hand-tossed salads.

Armando Ortiz, owner of Real Hacienda Mexican Restaurant, certainly knows a thing or two about the restaurant business. Among Armando and his siblings, the Ortiz family runs 43 restaurants, with locations in Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

Since 1995, when he came to Owensboro from Mexico, Armando has consistently given our city a true taste of his home country’s culinary

REAL HACIENDA

culture. With two restaurants on Frederica

4820 Frederica Street // 3023 Highland Pointe Drive (54) Authentic Mexican cuisine, serving real south-of-the-border dishes with great atmosphere and fair prices.

locations, Real Hacienda also operates a food

and Highway 54, the locally-famous eatery has become one of Owensboro’s favorites.

Loyal customers keep coming back for dishes like burritos, arroz con pollo, and Armando’s famous queso for nachos. In addition to the delicious offerings at their brick and mortar truck, which can be found all around town.

So if you’re in the mood for a mouthwatering Mexican meal, Real Hacienda is never far away.

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Country Ham Restaurant 5421 US Highway 60 W. Great country-style cooking.

Cracker Barrel 5311 Frederica Street 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.

Del’s Place (Stanley) 7478 US Highway 60 W. Comfort food in a cozy atmosphere.

Deloris’ Cafe 2123 Triplett Street Down-home-friendly diner where you can feel at home with a home-cooked meal.

GREAT HARVEST BREAD CO. & CAFE 3211 Frederica Street // 4431 Springhill Drive (54) Locally-owned, serving fresh-made breads, muffins, scones, coffees and teas, signature sandwiches, soups-of-the-day, and salads.

Trunnell’s Farm Market & Gourmet Deli 4399 Springhill Drive, Suite A Great sandwiches, fresh produce, and other Kentucky Proud products.

Bar Louie 234 Frederica Street Upbeat grill chain with American grub, martinis and microbrews, plus happy-hour deals.

DINERS, CAFÉS & FAMILY RESTAURANTS

Beef O’Brady’s 3189 Fairview Drive Family sports pub and restaurant to enjoy good food and sports in a friendly atmosphere.

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 5120 Frederica Street American classics, also offering a Weight Watchers Menu.

Separate bar area.

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Big Dipper 2820 W. Parrish Avenue Opened in April 1954, the Dipper offers real old-fashioned

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Burger Theory 701 W. 1st St. Located in Holiday Inn Downtown.

SFG Artisan Cafe 501 W. 2nd Street Inside Owensboro Convention Center.

Cheddar’s Casual Cafe 3040 Highland Pointe Drive Family dining at affordable prices.

City Walk of Owensboro 222 Allen Street Great spot downtown for a casual lunch or dinner with friends.

Colby’s Deli & Café 401 Frederica Street #101B Locally-owned, offering great breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, cookies and ice cream.

Denny’s Restaurant 4545 Frederica Street Breakfast served 24 hours a day.

Full menu also offered.

Dinner Bell Restaurant 6057 Highway 2830 Diner meals and plate specials.

Firehouse Subs 5150 Frederica Street Made-to-order hot and cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.

Gary’s Drive In 2220 Veach Road 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, countryfried steak, and cinnamon rolls.

Hannah Bell’s Cafe 1324 Carter Road Serving homestyle favorites for breakfast and lunch.

Hayden’s Drive-In 9209 Highway 56 Burgers, sandwiches and sides.

Huddle House 3248 Mt Moriah Suite C (54) Casual chain offering all-day breakfast, plus other hearty American eats in diner-like digs.

IHOP 3080 Highland Pointe Dr. Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

IDK Family Restaurant 3123 Highway 54 Home cooked food just like grandma use to make in an all you can eat buffet!

Jimmy John’s 2300 Frederica Street Freaky fast sandwiches.

Longhorn Steakhouse 2974 Heartland Crossing Casual steakhouse chain known for grilled beef and other American dishes in a ranchstyle space.

Madewell’s Corner Cafe 924 E. 2nd Street Home-cooked diner meals.

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

Shoney’s 4710 Frederica Street Family-oriented chain serving an all-American diner-style menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Texas Roadhouse 943 Moseley Road Fresh-cut steaks, made-fromscratch side dishes, fall-offthe-bone ribs, fresh-baked breads and lively atmosphere.

Happy hour specials.

Windy Hollow Restaurant 8260 Highway 81 Open Sundays 7a.m. to 1:30 p.m., brunch buffet featuring country ham, fried chicken, red eye gravy and biscuits, fried potatoes, and their famous homemade doughnuts.

Wonder Whip 2434 E 4th St An Owensboro classic. Locally owned old-fashioned drive-in offering burgers, sides and frozen treats.

FINE DINING/ UPSCALE CASUAL Bill’s Restaurant 420 Frederica Street Seasonal New American cuisine. Menus offering appetizers, entrees and desserts.

Briarpatch 2760 Veach Road Owensboro’s finest locallyowned steakhouse since 1971.

Large soup and salad bar, with full bar service and fine wines.

Colby’s Fine Food & Spirits 202 W. 3rd Street Local, pleasantly casual and intimate, featuring American fare in a family friendly space.

Drake’s 3050 Highland Pointe Dr. Great spot for food, drinks and sushi.

Famous Bistro 102 W. 2nd Street Locally-owned, serving lunch and dinner, everything from sandwiches to fine dining with a Mediterranean emphasis on Greek cuisine.

Niko’s Italian Cuisine

2200 E. Parrish Avenue

Fine dining, wine and spirits with an emphasis on Italian cuisine. Locally-owned.

The Miller House 301 E. 5th Street

Dine on three levels of a

beautifully restored downtown home. Open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch with fullservice conversation bar.

The Pearl Club Grille 6501 Summit Drive

Appetizers, entrees, burgers and wraps.

LURE SEAFOOD & GRILLE 401 W. 2nd Street Fresh seafood and more prepared with great expertise and precision with a green conscience.

Mendy’s Kitchen 924 Crabtree Avenue Burgers, sandwiches, sides and ice cream treats.

Norman McDonald’s Country Restaurant 6161 Highway 54 Burgers and sides, take out only.

O’Charley’s Restaurant & Lounge 5205 Frederica Street Steaks, seafood, chicken, homemade yeast rolls, with a variety of fresh-cut salads.

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

Red Lobster 3410 Frederica Street

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PIZZERIAS 54 Pizza Express 1700 Starlite Drive (Off Parrish) 3101 Alvey Park Drive (54) Locally owned pizzas, sandwiches and salads.

Azzip Pizza 3800 Frederica Street Evansville-based chain, highly customized pizzas baked in a conveyor belt oven in front of customers.

Cadillac Restaurant & Grecian Pizza 1315 W. 2nd Street Diner meals, pizza and plate specials.

Donato’s Pizza 2601 W Parrish Avenue Crispy pizzas and oven-baked subs.

Domino’s 3333 Frederica Street 1003 Burlew Boulevard Pizza, pasta, chicken and more.

Fetta Specialty Pizza 118 St. Ann Street Italian for “slice,” Fetta serves delicious specialty pizza hand tossed right before your eyes!

JJ’s Pizza 5615 KY-144 Community pizza shop in Thurston area.

Little Caesars Pizza 3429 Frederica Street 1650 Starlite Drive Carryout only pizza chain.

MOD Pizza 2710 Heartland Crossing, Ste C Counter-serve chain featuring build-your-own pizza.

Papa John’s Pizza 2510 Frederica Street 3332 Villa Point (54) Pizza, wings, and breadsticks.

Delivery or carryout.

Papa Murphy’s 3211 Frederica Street, Suite 1 Take and bake pizza.

MELLOW MUSHROOM 101 W. 2nd Street Delicious food in a fun and creative environment.

PeezO’s 2100 W. 2nd St. New pizzeria offering handmade pies and sandwiches.

Pizza By The Guy 3115 Commonwealth Court (54) Seven secret herbs and spices.

Pizza, wings, sandwiches, and pasta.

Pizza Hut 4127 Frederica Street 1331 Frederica Street (take out only) 3189 Fairview Drive (54) 5151 Frederica Street (Inside Target) Family-friendly chain.

Y-Not Pizza & Wings 2710 E. 4th St. Great local spot for pizza and wings.

SMO OTH IE & JU I CE BARS Wheatgrass Juice Bar 3500 Villa Point, Suite 102 Raw juice, salads, smoothies, juice cleanses, vegan food, wheatgrass shots.

Gene’s Health Food, Inc. 1738 Sweeney Street Deli with sandwiches, organic salads, juice, smoothies and more.

FAST FO OD Arby’s 2960 W. Parrish Avenue 3401 Villa Pointe Drive (54) 4614 Frederica Street Large variety of sandwiches and sides. We have the meats!

Burger King 2401 Patriot Run (54) 1738 Triplett Street 2944 W. Parrish Avenue Clean restaurant, friendly employees, fast service. Drivethru open 24 hours.

Chick-Fil-A 4601 Frederica Street Chicken sandwiches, salads, shakes and sides.

Culver’s Frozen Custard & Butterburgers 3020 Highland Pointe Drive Frozen custard treats, burgers,

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Dairy Queen 1715 Frederica Street 3022 E. 4th Street 3224 New Hartford Road Soft-serve ice cream treats, cakes, brazier food and beverages.

Five Guys Burgers and Fries 3248 Mount Moriah Avenue (54) Made-to-order burgers, fries and hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers 4641 Frederica Street Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs & other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.

Hardee’s 2705 W. Parrish Avenue 3101 Frederica Street Burgers, ham, chicken, roast beef sandwiches, and sides.

Kentucky Fried Chicken 3212 Highway 54 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 drive-thru.

Long John Silver’s 2519 W. Parrish Avenue 2770 Frederica Street (Wesleyan) 3005 E. 4th Street Fast seafood, fish and chicken.

Dine in, carryout, or drive-thru.

McDonald’s 3328 Highway 54 324 Wesleyan Plaza 2306 E. 4th Street 2730 W. Parrish Avenue 4800 Frederica Street American fast food.

Popeye’s Chicken 2906 Highland Pointe (54) “New Orleans-style” menu featuring spicy chicken, chicken tenders, fried shrimp and other seafood.

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers 2990 Heartland Crossing (54) Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

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.

Sonic Drive-In 3107 Frederica Street Old-time drive-in offering burgers, sandwiches, sides, and frozen treats.

Subway 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) Fresh subs.

Cold Stone Creamery 5140 Frederica Street 112 Allen Street (Downtown.

Spring and Summer) Ice cream chain offering designyour-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab.

Cup Cakery 231 Williamsburg Square Custom cakes, gourmet cupcakes, cookies, and lunch options.

Dairy Queen 1715 Frederica Street 3022 E. 4th Street 3224 New Hartford Road Soft-serve ice cream treats, cakes, brazier food and beverages.

The Family Bakery 3152 Commonwealth Court (54) Donuts, cakes, cupcakes, and more.

Dunkin’ Donuts 3011 Frederica Street Donuts, coffee, teas, sandwiches and pastries.

Taco Bell 3335 Villa Point (54) 4620 Frederica Street 2500 W. Parrish Avenue Mexican-inspired fast food.

Great American Cookie Company 5000 Frederica Street Located inside Towne Square Mall. Cookies ready-made or made-to-order, large or small.

Wendy’s 2934 Highway 54 4545 Frederica Street Fresh, never frozen beef hamburgers.

Koehler’s Bakery 1801 Carter Road Full line retail bakery offering donuts, pies, cakes, cookies, and breads.

Zaxby’s 5030 Frederica Street Zaxby’s offers a variety of chicken and wings.

Lic’s Deli & Ice Cream 2120 W. Parrish Avenue Old-fashioned hand-dipped ice cream and deli sandwiches, cakes, cookies, and chili.

I CE CREAM & SWEETS Andria’s Candies 217 Allen Street Andria’s Candies has a tradition of making fine chocolates and candies that traces back to Greek candy-makers coming to U.S. in 1906.

Baskin Robbins 3245 Mt Moriah Avenue, #1 (54) Colorful ice cream parlor chain known for its many flavors plus sorbet and yogurt.

Maggie’s Cakes & More 4399 Springhill Drive, Suite B (54) Specialty cakes, gourmet cupcakes, and wedding cakes.

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt 4431 Springhill Drive (54) Frozen yogurt, specially selected toppings.

Rolling Pin Pastry Shop 1129 E 18th Street 20 kinds of donuts, plus pies and pastries. OL S E P T E M B E R / / O C T O B E R 2 0 2 0 Owensboro Living

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a business owner, you can create a

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FROM THE ARCHIVES

100 Years of Dining in Owensboro Written by L O R A W I M S AT T

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oy, if there is one thing true to be said about Owensboro – we love our restaurants.

Whether it’s a fast food chain or a greasy

spoon joint or fine dining, we’ve all got our favorites.

Although most of us have done a lot

more cooking at home throughout the current pandemic, we’ve also done our best to support our local eateries, too.

And they’ve done their part to make

sure they can keep serving us. Things like staff wearing masks, limiting the number of patrons allowed inside at any given time, increasing space between tables, providing disposable menus …

It’s all part of their commitment to not

kitchen.

had opened a $200 lunch stand on South

Hopefully those standards continue to

And in the meantime, Frank Velotta

stand today.

Frederica Street – at Little’s Court, opposite

the Union Station – but that opening was

Earlier in the year (June 15, 1920),

the Owensboro Messenger had casually

met with “a storm of protest.”

reported that four new restaurant licenses

had been granted: To J.D. Carlin at 1623

must turn to the Oct. 22 edition of The

W. Ninth St.; Martha Pryor at 613 Plum;

Messenger to find out.

What was all the fuss about? Well, one

Birdie Allen at 206 E. Second St.; and Kitty

Galligher at 400 W. Second. The first two of

was a member of the Chamber of Commerce

those addresses are now residential areas;

and presumably the namesake of Little

the latter are in the midst of downtown

Court – had complained that “it would be

Owensboro.

foolish to attempt to beautify the city as

None are restaurants now.

long as permits were granted for cheap,

Serve but the Public Interest” under its

But later in the year, it appeared that

wooden lunch houses on the most beautiful

banner – reported on the front page of its

getting a license to open a restaurant might

site in the city.”

Aug. 29, 1920, edition that “Local eat shops

not have been quite as easy as it may have

are ordered to stage clean-up.”

appeared.

the building, however, and could find no

only serving good food, but serving it safely.

Well, 100 years ago, there were also some concerns about restaurant safety.

The Owensboro Inquirer newspaper – which proudly proclaimed “Nothing to

Mr. Little – no first name given, but he

Fire Chief E. E. Cureton had inspected

The story went on to say that 14 hotel,

The Nov. 2, 1920, edition of The

violations.

restaurant and lunch wagon owners in

Messenger stated that Mike Callis had

Owensboro were ordered to obey sanitation

sought a permit to build a brick and marble

high road. “I am going to have a shop that

laws, claiming that an inspection by the

structure on Frederica between Fourth

will be a credit to South Frederica Street,”

Daviess County Department of Health

and Fifth streets at a cost of $7,000. His

he said. “The little shop will be artistically

discovered that all rules had been broken.

permit was denied – at least temporarily

painted. It will have a glass front and will

Among

“Kitchens

– because he failed to comply with a new

be brilliantly illuminated at night. It will

unclean and infested with flies and keeping

city ordinance requiring that building plans

be a great advertisement for Owensboro.

chickens on the premises.” It was also

and specifications had to be filed before a

Persons passing through on the trains at

noted that there should be no toilets in the

permit could be granted.

night will see the novel little lunch house

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As for his part, Mr. Velotta took the

and will admire its attractiveness. If my little building is not more attractive and cleanly than any other building in that neighborhood, I will tear it down.”

The matter was turned over to City Attorney George Wilson; it was up to him to decide whether the permit would be granted or refused.

That judgment was announced in the Nov. 23 issue of the Owensboro Inquirer. George Wilson submitted his opinion that city commissioners had the right to refuse or revoke a restaurant license only if its location was, or might, become a nuisance. “A restaurant is not in itself a nuisance,” the article stated.

And so Frank Velotta’s license was granted, and he kept his promise about ensuring the attractiveness of his restaurant. In fact, years later – 1937 – he was worried about the appearance of a damaged plaster wall. So he took up his paints and created a beautiful ocean scene from his native Italy.

It was only one of many such works of art Velotta created and displayed at his restaurant. Others were displayed on the walls, and still others were nailed flat against the ceiling.

Time passes, political fusses are forgotten, paint fades.

But we all still have our favorite restaurants … and that becomes part of our own personal histories.

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