Remembering the Heroes Among Us A Century Ago
This is such an inspiring edition of Owensboro Living magazine, as its pages recognize the many unsung heroes whose behind-the-scenes efforts contribute to the success of local businesses and make our...
View ArticleA Taste of the Himalayas
Yak & Yeti brings something different to Owensboro Photos by Jamie Plain For diners who have never tried Himalayan cuisine, Khem Raj Tamang has a simple place to start: the dumplings. At Yak &...
View ArticleTop Five Bites on the Road
The road has been my home this summer, and these bites prove it. There are certain foods that remind you of places you’ve been and people you’ve met. You see a photo, or the air blows a memory across...
View ArticleFrom Owensboro to the Peach Truck
Photos by Jamie Plain The peaches featured in this recipe come with a special Owensboro connection. The Peach Truck was founded in 2012 by Stephen Rose, who spent his high school years in Owensboro...
View ArticleUnsung heroes
The heart behind our mission Written by Dr. David Tucker, executive director of the Senior Community Center of Owensboro-Daviess County One of the greatest privileges of serving as executive director...
View ArticleMaking magic across generations on a Disney cruise
I love my family. People who know me know that I talk to my parents daily. So, of course, when my family of three started planning a Disney Cruise vacation, I asked my parents if they wanted to join....
View ArticlePearl Club emerges from trying year with renewed clubhouse, growing golf traffic
Photos by Jamie Plain A year after a broken fire sprinkler pipe flooded the Pearl Club’s clubhouse, owner Terry Delk can finally look around and see progress rather than damage. The flooding forced...
View ArticleBuilding Halloween
Ward bringing back haunted house attraction by popular demand Photo by Jamie Plain Long before the first screams echo from Daymon Ward’s front yard, people are already watching and waiting. By...
View ArticleBeyond the Racetrack
Carrying on Nicky Hayden’s legacy Photos by Ryan Richardson Nicky Hayden’s legacy in Owensboro extends well beyond what he accomplished on a motorcycle. In the years since his death, his family has...
View ArticleNicky Hayden’s Championship Legacy Lives On
Nearly 20 years have passed since Owensboro’s Nicky Hayden was crowned MotoGP World Champion, a feat no American rider has matched since. The milestone — achieved on Oct. 29, 2006 — marked the...
View ArticleFor the Blue Bridge Boys, the Stage Keeps Getting Bigger
Photos by Jason Tanner Whether they’re playing for 10 people in a nursing home or stepping onto a festival stage in front of thousands, the Blue Bridge Boys are happy as long as they’re making music...
View ArticleStitched Together
A family tradition bringing needlepoint to a new generation Photos by Jamie Plain Kelly Moore and her daughter Kendall Jagoe can trace years of family memories through needle and thread. There are...
View ArticleA World Inside A Bottle
Greg Alvey turns tiny spaces into works of art Photos by Jamie plain At first glance, the mystery of a ship in a bottle seems almost impossible to solve. The ship is wider than the neck. Its masts...
View ArticleHomes, Furniture, and Groceries
The cost of living in 1926 Oh, to have a 2026 income and 1926 prices! Owensboro newspapers of a century ago featured advertisements of homes for sale or rent at prices that seem almost unbelievable to...
View ArticleLa Veracruzana A Destination for Authentic Mexican Cuisine
Photos by Jamie Plain Once a small Hispanic grocery store, La Veracruzana grown into one of Owensboro’s most recognizable destinations for authentic Mexican cuisine, drawing customers from across...
View ArticleTop Five Bites
Eating is a lifestyle for me. I chase local moments, travel gems, and any trendy bite I can find. My whole family knows the camera eats first. Welcome to Top Five Bites, where we take giant, delicious...
View ArticleSummer Salads
If you’ve ever gone to the farmers’ market for one thing and somehow come home with two bags of produce, this month’s recipes are for you. Summer is when fruits and vegetables are at their absolute...
View ArticleSummer brings opportunities for seniors to stay active, connected, and healthy
As the days grow longer and the sunshine brightens our community, summer offers a wonderful opportunity for older adults to enjoy activities that promote health, happiness, and social connection. At...
View ArticleMore Than A Destination
Two decades of traditions along Florida’s 30A “Good Morning! And in case I don’t see you, good afternoon, good evening, and good night!” For most people, that’s the line they remember from The Truman...
View ArticleFinding the Rhythm
Inside the rapid rise of The Groove Lab Photos by Jamie Plain When Steffan Clark and Ellis Birkhead opened The Groove Lab last fall, they called it an experiment. The name fit. Owensboro had never had...
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