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‘Wine King’ of Henderson lived atop Bauerle Hill
(This column first appeared in the October print edition of the Hendersonian.) Many a glass of happiness flowed from the garage at 1465 S. Main St., which once stored thousands of gallons produced by the “wine king” of Henderson. That’s what the Evansville Courier called John Bauerle June...
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This Old-Fashioned Kentucky Drive-In Serves Burgers So Good People Drive From All Over The State
There’s a red-roofed little building in Owensboro, Kentucky that has been quietly winning arguments about burgers for decades. Gary’s Drive-In doesn’t need to advertise much, because the people who’ve eaten there do all the talking for free. And trust me, they talk. They talk at family...
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Owensboro Pizzeria Brings 72-Hour Brooklyn Dough to Old MOD Pizza Spot
A new pizzeria is moving into the Owensboro storefront that MOD Pizza abandoned earlier this year, and this one is betting on three days of dough fermentation to set itself apart. Johnny I's Pizzeria, owned by John Iracane, is planned for 2710 Heartland Xing Blvd., Suite C, with Brooklyn-inspired pies built on dough proofed for a full 72 hours.
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Fall Fest booth tries new menu items
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Some Fall Festival vendors say business has been a bit slower than in years past. Booth #34, West Side Christian Church, is serving up Chick-fil-A sandwiches topped with a homemade jalapeno popper spread. The booth is also selling the viral dot cakes in vanilla and chocolate. Over the years, the church […]
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Fire forces Fall Festival menu change
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Booth 18, Emanuel Lutheran Church, at the Fall Festival is famous for their chicken and dumplings. This year, the dumplings are missing from the menu. A fire back in June destroyed the church kitchen. Members tell Eyewitness News they have been limited by the small space they are now working in. […]
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National Coffee with a Cop Day at McDonald’s
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Police agencies around the Tri-State and a national fast-food chain are inviting everyone to have their morning coffee with them today. McDonald's is hosting National Coffee with a Cop Day. The day is a chance to get to know the men and women who protect and...
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Sports bar closes in Owensboro
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) – An Owensboro business has closed. According to information provided by the business, Big Whiskey’s American Restauraunt and Bar has closed indefinitely as of October 5. The current owners note they are searching for new owners, and they hope this won’t be goodbye forever. A spokesperson for the business shared, “We are […]
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Publix Opens 1st Owensboro, KY, Store
Publix opened its first store in Owensboro, Kentucky, on Oct. 3, a 50,325-square-foot supermarket at Gateway Commons at 3370 Hayden Rd. The opening extends the Lakeland, Florida-based retailer’s push into Kentucky, where it opened its first store in Louisville in January 2024 and has continued adding locations, including its second Northern Kentucky store in Cold Spring in June. According to the grocer’s website, there are nine locations in Kentucky open.
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National Coffee with a Cop Day at McDonald’s
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Police agencies around the Tri-State and a national fast-food chain are inviting everyone to have their morning coffee with them today. McDonald’s is hosting National Coffee with a Cop Day. The day is a chance to get to know the men and women who protect and serve our communities. From 8 […]
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This Small Kentucky Town Guards One of America’s Most Unique Barbecue Traditions
When people talk about American barbecue capitals, Kentucky rarely cracks the list. The conversation usually jumps straight to Texas brisket, Carolina whole hog, or Kansas City burnt ends. But tucked into the rolling hills and river towns of the state's western edge, Owensboro has quietly built — and fiercely protected — one of the most distinctive barbecue traditions in the country: slow-smoked mutton. Here, the scent of hickory smoke can draw you to a church picnic from blocks away, and "burgoo" is as common in conversation as pulled pork.
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You Can Split A Slab Of Hickory-Smoked Ribs At This Owensboro Barbecue Joint Locals Have Loved For Decades
Some restaurants in Kentucky have been feeding hungry families for so long that they feel less like a business and more like a member of the neighborhood. In one western Kentucky town, there is a smoked-meats spot tucked away from the main road, so hidden that drivers can cruise right past without spotting it.
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“It’s not just a grocery store”: Owensboro Publix gears up for grand opening
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — The first Publix Super Market in the tri-state is officially making its debut in Owensboro. The upcoming Publix on Hayden Road was first announced in 2024, and shoppers have been raving about it since then. “We are absolutely committed to Owensboro,” Media Relations Manager Jared Glover said. “I love to say […]