A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man
Owensboro’s Zion Riley Continues to Grow as an Artist and Explore New Mediums Photos by Jamie Plain Twenty-three-year-old Zion Riley has been creating art for most of his life. His mother Zaneta, who...
View ArticleReviving Hope
As the old saying goes, when one door closes another one opens. And that has certainly been the case for several local faith communities. Here in Owensboro, those include churches like Living Hope...
View ArticleDaviess County’s Oldest Home
Written by John Kirkpatrick and Beck Glenn Photos by Ap imagery On a ridge overlooking the Ohio River east of Owensboro stands Haphazard, a historic home presumably named for the randomness of the...
View ArticleScams Against Seniors Are Serious, Lucrative Business
Summer is upon us and that means warmer temperatures, sporadic rainstorms, higher humidity and, unfortunately, it can also be a time for scammers to focus on senior adults. One of the most common...
View ArticleThe Advantages of Building a New Home
One of the biggest decisions a new homeowner can make is that of whether to build a new home or purchase an existing home. Building a new home may be more expensive per square foot, but also offers...
View ArticleTop Fixes to Increase the Value of Your Home
The value of your home is a crucial part of your overall investment portfolio. Although homeowners often think of it separately, your house is a huge investment that affects multiple financial areas...
View ArticleAnd the Oscar Goes to….
Father and Son Duo Open Owensboro’s Newest Mexican Restaurant Photos by Jamie Plain One of Owensboro’s newest dining options is Oscar’s, located in the former Legends location in Lake Forest Town...
View ArticleSeafood Boil
Photos by Jamie Plain In the hustle and bustle of life, it’s easy to forget the importance of fostering a sense of community right where we live – thriving within our neighborhoods. And what better...
View ArticleWhat we’re eating now
Owensboro is well-known for the bold flavors of our world-famous barbecue and bourbon. But if you’re looking for something bold, BIG and different, look no further than these over-the-top local...
View ArticleLet Freedom Ring
Celebrating Independence Day in 1924 The Fourth of July – more commonly referred to then as Independence Day – was celebrated in spectacular fashion in Owensboro back in 1924, when residents of our...
View ArticleSanctus Real
Grammy-Nominated Band Closes First Fridays Concert Series The Owensboro riverfront was fully alive on August 2nd. Not only did music fill the air from multiple stages while crowds filled the streets...
View ArticleThe Hampton Twins
Gifted Owensboro Athletes Stand Out Both On and Off the Field Communication between twins is real, and it is evident in local sports standouts Eli and Evan Hampton. The two began playing T-ball...
View ArticleDugan Best Recreation Center Celebrates 50 Years
When a city dump was transformed into an 11- acre park and recreational center, the community of Owensboro gained a safe haven for its youth, and a committed investment for future generations. Dugan...
View ArticleThe Wilford Way
Photos provided by Corey Wilford Corey Wilford’s introduction to Owensboro was the one and only Dustbowl. Wilford came to town as a youngster both to watch and play in the well-known summer basketball...
View ArticleFamily Business
Carrying on Tradition and Serving the Community Photos by Jamie plain What do farms, funerals, and Fords have in common? No, this is not a terrible joke or a trick question. In this case, what unites...
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Whether you’re working on a shoestring budget, or simply trying to save a dime, with a bit of ingenuity and time, you’ll be well on your way to fall home decor that even Martha Stewart deems worthy....
View ArticlePumpkin Patch Picks
Local Spots to Buy your Pumpkins this fall It’s pumpkin season! They come in all shapes, colors, and sizes, and can be used for adorning your home or business for fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and...
View ArticleWhat Every Baby Boomer Ought to Know about Fitness Centers
Visiting a fitness center can be intimidating. You find yourself surrounded by people years younger than you and wonder about which exercise equipment you can use safely. However, as the baby boom...
View ArticlePlanting in the Fall
Most people don’t think of Fall as a time for planting new landscaping and garden plants. To most, it’s time to put garden ventures to sleep until Spring. While it may not seem so, Fall planting of...
View ArticleSweet & Savory Pumpkin Recipes
Photos by Jamie Plain As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, there’s one ingredient that perfectly captures the essence of fall: pumpkin! Whether your recipe is sweet or savory, pumpkin...
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