Daviess County

Kentucky State Police Arrests Daviess County Man on Multiple Sexual Offense Charges

A Daviess County man is accused of rape and sodomy following an investigation into allegations involving a juvenile. At approximately 7:35 p.m. Monday, Kentucky State Police troopers arrested David A. Rodgers, 40, of Utica, after an investigation revealed he engaged in a sexual relationship with a juvenile through a position of special trust. Rodgers was […]

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Health Department Warns of Increased Overdose Risk in Daviess County

The Green River District Health Department is urging residents to take precautions following a recent overdose alert issued in Daviess County. Between January 29 and February 4, 2026, Emergency Medical Services reported 13 suspected nonfatal overdose encounters. This number is higher than expected for this time period and indicates an increased risk in the community.

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RiverValley Behavioral Health Achieves Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Designation

RiverValley Behavioral Health has been designated as a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, a nationally recognized model designed to strengthen access to high-quality, comprehensive behavioral health services for individuals and families. This designation reflects RVBH’s ongoing commitment to providing timely, integrated, and person-centered mental health and substance use treatment, regardless of an individual’s ability to

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Reopening of Blue Bridge Delayed

OWENSBORO, Ky. (January 5, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet received notice from American Contracting on Monday that the closure of the Glover Cary Bridge in Owensboro is expected to be extended until the end of January, up to two weeks beyond the most recent expected reopening date of January 16, 2026. Originally planned as a 90-day

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Early Morning Pothole Patching Planned in Daviess County This Week

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (January 6, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to extend the hours for overnight work along U.S. 60 and the Audubon Parkway in Daviess County this week. Originally scheduled from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m., beginning tonight, crews plan to start work at midnight to expedite the project during the lowest traffic flow period

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Natcher Bridge Project Pausing for the Winter

Owensboro, Ky. (November 19, 2025) – With winter approaching, the contractor handling a cable maintenance project on the U.S. 231 William H. Natcher Bridge in Daviess County is in the process of halting operations until spring. Crews began removing equipment on Wednesday and expect to have all lanes reopened by the end of the week,

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Traffic Shift Scheduled Sunday on KY 54 Widening Project in Owensboro

OWENSBORO, Ky. (November 14, 2025) – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will implement a significant traffic shift on the Kentucky 54 widening project corridor in Owensboro beginning Sunday. This will mark the completion of Phase One and the start of Phase Two of construction. Motorists should anticipate delays throughout the day, according to

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New Date Set for Glover Cary Bridge Reopening

OWENSBORO, Ky. (October 21, 2025) – The Blue Bridge in Owensboro is expected to remain closed until January as repairs continue. The contractor repairing the Glover Cary Bridge – also called the Blue Bridge – in Owensboro has notified the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet that it will be January 16 before enough work is complete to

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KSP Investigating Fatal Collision in Daviess County

Owensboro, Ky. (October 14, 2025) – Kentucky State Police Post 16 in Henderson is investigating a fatal collision that occurred Tuesday evening on Carter Road in Owensboro. At approximately 8:42 p.m. Tuesday, a trooper patrolling Carter Road notified Post 16 Dispatch that he had located a collision on Carter Road near the U.S. 60 Bypass

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QPR Training Scheduled for May 30 at The Gathering Pointe as Part of Mental Health Awareness Month

In response to a recent uptick in suicide deaths in Daviess County, RiverValley Behavioral Health will host a free QPR Suicide Prevention Training for the community on Thursday, May 30, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at The Gathering  Pointe, located at 400 East 4 Street in Owensboro. QPR, which stands for Question, Persuade, Refer, is

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Extended Lane Reduction Planned on WK Green River Bridges

Width reduction and lower speed limits expected MADISONVILLE, Ky. (March 5, 2025) – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to begin a bridge rehabilitation project on the two Green River bridges on the Western Kentucky Parkway next week. The project will result in extended lane closures and width restrictions until late summer. Intech Contracting, LLC

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Gov. Beshear: UniFirst Expanding Owensboro Operations With Nearly $28 Million Investment

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 29, 2025) – UniFirst Corp. will expand its existing facility in Owensboro with a nearly $28 million investment. UniFirst Corp. is a North American leader in providing customized business uniform programs, facility service products and first aid and safety services. “The commonwealth’s manufacturing industry continues to grow, leading the way for our

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KYTC District 2 skeleton crews working overnight in Union, Henderson and Webster

Snow and ice workers will remain on standby in most counties MADISONVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 6, 2025) – After nearly two days of around the clock work to treat and clear roadways across Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 2, activities in most counties will be scaling back during the overnight hours as winter precipitation moves out of the region.

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Quilts, Cars and Guitars

Highlighting “the real America and true Kentucky hospitality” on the Road to 250 HENDERSON, KY (December 19, 2024) – As America is gearing up to celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026, the tourism offices from Bowling Green, Henderson, Owensboro, Paducah and Edmonson County have creatively combined forces to encourage visitation to Western Kentucky, under the

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Kenergy to Host Member Appreciation Day October 16th

Kenergy invites all members to attend our annual Member Appreciation Day on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Members can visit the location closest to them and receive a free lunch including a sandwich, chips, cookie, and water along with a free bucket, light bulb, and night light while supplies last.

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