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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...

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Reviving 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...

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Daviess 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...

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Scams 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...

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The 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...

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Top 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...

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And 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...

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Seafood 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...

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What we’re eating now

Owensboro is well-known for the bold flavors of our world-famous barbecue and bourbon.  But if you’re looking for something bold, BIG and different, look no further than these over-the-top local...

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Let 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...

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Sanctus 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...

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The 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...

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Dugan 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...

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The 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...

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Family 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....

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Pumpkin 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...

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What 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...

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Planting 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...

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Sweet & 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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