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Ground breaks for Ohio County health care facility

OHIO COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — A plot of land just off of I-165 is vacant and empty but soon it will be home to the new Ohio County Healthplex, bringing together Owensboro Health Services closer to home for residents in the area. “The more gas we can fill in the community to better serve our […]

Ohio County, KY · 2d

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Massive clog pulled from Daviess County sewer plant

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — A sewer plant in Daviess County is blaming flushable wipes for causing a massive blockage in their system. In a post to social media, the Daviess County Regional Water Resource Agency said it recently pulled a large accumulation of wet wipes and other debris from the main incoming line. The […]

Daviess County, KY · 17h

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KY 144 Eastbound blocked by Owensboro crash

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – People driving in the area of Owensboro might have to adjust their routes. According to the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO), around 12:26 p.m. on November 10, DCSO Deputies, KSP Troopers, Daviess County Fire Department and Thruston Fire Department were dispatched to a single vehicle accident with injuries in the 4600 […]

Owensboro, KY · 2d

Lexington Herald-Leader

A virtual academy in Kentucky has had 3 years of low scores. What to know

A Kentucky school district with a virtual academy saved by state lawmakers in 2025 has now logged a third straight year of poor academic performance. Cloverport Independent’s elementary, middle and high school levels all received the state’s lowest ratings in 2024, 2025 and into 2026, though some grade levels showed modest gains this year. FULL STORY: KY lawmakers saved a virtual school. Now it has 3 straight years of bad scores Here are five key things to know from our reporting: Enrollment imbalance: Cloverport Independent has 230 in-person K-12 students, while 2,073 students attend its Kentucky Virtual Academy — about 90% of the district’s total enrollment. Latest scores: In October, 2026 results showed Cloverport elementary students remained at a “red” rating, the state’s lowest, while middle and high school levels rose slightly to “orange.” Superintendent’s response: Keith Haynes said many virtual students “were not experiencing success in traditional schools and came to us with significant academic deficits,” and told families he doesn’t believe the state’s accountability model “adequately accounts for our context.” How it stayed open: The 2025 General Assembly passed legislation barring enrollment caps on virtual academies, overriding a Kentucky Department of Education rule that would have limited virtual

Kentucky · 1d

WOMI Owensboro

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If Your TV or Radio Suddenly Interrupts Programming Next Week, Don't Panic

Who remembers the old time and temperature channel?

Owensboro, KY · 16h

WREG

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Unmarked mass burials discovered in Daviess County

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — Only two headstones remain at a cemetery tucked right behind Mount Zion Cumberland Presbyterian Church, but the discovery of over 50 unmarked burials has researchers working around the clock to uncover the identities and stories of those laid to rest here. “I’m flabbergasted that there are that many people,” says […]

Daviess County, KY · 1d

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Daviess County activates white flag for five days

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – According to the Daviess County Fiscal Court, a white flag warning has been activated. Officials say this is for November 12 through November 16 due to forecasted temperatures. Daviess County Emergency Management Director Mike Page notes temperatures or wind chill are forecasted to be at or below 32 degrees for the […]

Daviess County, KY · 1d

Yahoo!

Severe Thunderstorm Watches and Warnings issued for these Kentucky, Indiana counties | Latest alerts

Counties in Kentucky and Indiana could see severe thunderstorms Wednesday night as a system heads to the area. The National Weather Service of Louisville issued their first alert, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch, at about 4:45 p.m. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for the development of severe storms.

Kentucky · 1d

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Surprise homecoming shocks grandparents of Kentucky soldier

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — Daviess County schools have spent the last week recognizing students’ veteran families ending with an event at Tamarack Elementary. The grandparents of Private First Class Benjamin Horn thought they were coming to the school to be honored for their service. They got that recognition and so much more when their […]

Daviess County, KY · 1d

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Safe Haven Baby Box blessed, unveiled in Grayson County

LEITCHFIELD, Ky. – A blessing and unveiling of a new Safe Haven Baby Box ceremony was held in Grayson County on Wednesday morning. According to a release, the Safe Haven Baby Box is located at Grayson County EMS at 375 Grayson Springs Road, in Leitchfield. It is the 492nd...

Grayson County, KY · 1d

WBKR

Brasher's Hosts Wings for Wish in Owensboro

Brasher's Lil' Nashville hosts Wings for Wish November 28! Enjoy amazing wings, live music and support Christmas Wish.

Owensboro, KY · 17h

WOMI Owensboro

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Thanksgiving Dinner Planned for Daviess County Shelter Pets

Daviess County It Takes A Village is planning Thanksgiving dinner for shelter pets and needs donations of canned food and cottage cheese.

Daviess County, KY · 2d

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Former GCHS cross country star Jackson Crume qualifies for NAIA Cross Country Nat’l Championships

A former Grayson County High School cross country/track star has qualified for the 2026 NAIA Men’s Cross Country National Championships. Jackson Crume, a junior at Union Commonwealth University (UCU) in Barbourville, became the first athlete from the school to qualify for cross country national championship competition since 2007. Crume,...

Grayson County, KY · 1d

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Overnight emergency shelter available in Owensboro during white flag warning

DAVIESS CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Daviess County Emergency Management officials say a white flag warning will be in effect through next week. According to officials, this will be in effect from Thursday, Nov. 12, through Monday, Nov. 16, due to forecasted temperatures. Officials say an overnight emergency shelter will be...

Owensboro, KY · 22h

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Hendrick marks 150 years and reveals new logo

Hendrick is celebrating a century and a half of manufacturing, innovation and service to customers across a wide range of industries. To mark the occasion, Hendrick is introducing a new logo and refreshed brand identity designed to reflect both the company’s heritage and its vision for the future. The...

Owensboro, KY · 2d

wnky.com

Pet of the Day: Benny

For your Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank and Trust, meet Benny!. Benny is a one-year-old border collie mix that is full of energy!. Whether it’s chasing tennis balls, playing with toys, or enjoying long walks, Benny is always ready for his next adventure. The...

Morgantown, KY · 1d

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Musical comedy stomps into Owensboro

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A musical comedy stomps its way to the RiverPark Center in Owensboro. STOMP is a combination of percussion, movement and visual comedy. The show brings everyday household and industrial objects to life as musical instruments. The cast is also celebrating its 30th anniversary since it first premiered in New York City. […]

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Grant wins Week 12 Touchdown Live Player of the Week

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - It’s Wednesday, which means we announced our week 12 Touchdown Live Player of the Week during our ‘In the Huddle’ streaming show. That winner is Owensboro Catholic wide receiver, Noah Grant. Grant had 6 rushed for 133 yards and 3 touchdowns. His performance...

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Owensboro teen fights type 1 diabetes

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — November is Diabetes Awareness Month, in in honor of the month, a Tri-State teenager who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes early in life is showing how patients can still live normal lives. 13-year-old Beau Elschide was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 4. The Owensboro native and his mom […]

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Owensboro to hold first-ever Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - City of Owensboro officials say they are launching a new Thanksgiving tradition with the first-ever Turkey Trot. According to a press release, the Turkey Trot is a free community event in partnership with Project Rise that takes place on Thursday, Nov. 26, in front of the Owensboro Convention Center.