Great American Bluegrass Jam
Chris Joslin may be the Executive Director of the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum, but he fondly remembers being a regular ol’ bluegrass music fan from middle Tennessee, and he still tries...
View ArticleA Passion for Expression
Photos by Jamie Plain Owensboro tattoo artist Crystal Dawn’s passion for creating original artwork began when she was a young child who had trouble focusing in school. “The only subject that kept my...
View Article40 Years of Service to Daviess County
Photo by Jamie Plain July 4, 1984. Claud Porter was working his first official week on call for the Daviess County Attorney’s Office. Back then, there were only three or four people who worked in the...
View ArticleClouse Wins at Professional Sports Business
Daviess County native Eric Clouse is making a name for himself in professional sports—not as an athlete, but as a dynamic executive—most recently as Chief Commercial Officer for the Cleveland Browns....
View ArticleCompete to Be Elite
Dynasty Sports Performance Brings Development Opportunities to Local Athletes Photos provided by Dynasty Sports Performance DaMarcus Ganaway and Timothy Davis co-founded Dynasty Sports Performance as...
View ArticleThe Pathway to Growth
Photos by Jamie Plain In March 2021, when Owensboro Living last reported on changes at the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, the garden had owned the WeatherBerry—the historic home bordering the...
View ArticleHelp Your Home Garden Thrive
Having a garden has a lot of advantages. Growing your own fruits, vegetables, and herbs saves you money at the grocery store on food, jams and jellies, flavorings, medicines, and even homemade gifts....
View Article9 Ways to Get Fit While Gardening
Are you lucky enough to have a garden? If you are, you probably love spending time in it, using it to help relax and unwind after a tough day at work. Besides the obvious benefits of stress relief and...
View ArticleHead West for a Family Trip
Photos provided by Explore St. Louis Friday Check into Union Station Hilton Hotel For years, Union Station served as a train station for the St. Louis area. Today, it plays host to a variety of...
View ArticleBeware of Senior Scams
Walking back to my car from the grocery, I heard the voice of an adorable little boy, maybe 18 months old, squealing, “Dodo! Dodo!” He was kicking and lunging himself forward in the cart, pointing...
View ArticleEnhancing Dishes with Puff Pastry
Photos by Jamie Plain The use of puff pastries in recipes is an easy way to upgrade any dish! It’s incredibly convenient to take a pre-made puff pastry and add a rich and flakey element to any dish....
View ArticleWhat We’re Eating Now
Photo by Jamie Plain Last issue we brought you a fresh take on local juices for those readers looking for a healthy option. This time around, we’re going the opposite direction, and introducing you...
View ArticleServing Up Community Spirit
Photos by Jamie Plain When Stacy and Barry Bratcher opened Beef O’Brady’s on Highway 54 in 2006, they were looking for a way to put their young children through school. Now, they own the...
View Article100 Years of Owensboro Gardening
One hundred spring seasons have bloomed and faded away since 1923, but residents of Owensboro, then as now, looked forward eagerly to the season of renewal and refreshment. A poetic article...
View ArticleCrafting Quality Quilts
A Labor of Love for Nancy Sterett Martin Photos by Jamie Plain When you think of quilts, you probably envision traditional patchwork quilts made from various fabric pieces — decorative but useful on a...
View ArticleFrom Owensboro to Music City
Natasha Neely Shines as Dolly Impersonator When Natasha Neely was just three years old, her parents signed her up to sing at open mic night at Owensboro’s legendary Goldie’s Best Little Opryhouse....
View ArticleRicky Skaggs
The “Country Boy at Heart” returns to ROMP with his all-star bluegrass band, Kentucky ThunderThe “Country Boy at Heart” returns to ROMP with his all-star bluegrass band, Kentucky Thunder Fans of...
View ArticleMiles Sees Bright Future for the Bluegrass
Raised on a farm in western Kentucky, Representative Suzanne Miles (R- Majority Caucus Chair), learned the value of hard work and a love for Kentucky at an early age. A passion for the people and...
View ArticleContinuing a Commitment to Community
Cargill Acquires Owensboro Grain Photo by Josh Murphy Cargill, Incorporated, a privately-held corporation based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, acquired Owensboro Grain Company (OGC) in late 2022. After...
View Article2023 Best of Owensboro Winners
Best Restaurant Platinum Winner – Lure Seafood and Grille Last year’s winner for Best Brunch and Best Patio Dining, Lure takes home the crown this year for Best Restaurant. Lure Seafood & Grille...
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