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Owensboro & You — AugustYour monthly dose of Owensboro happenings, good food, and straight-talk real estate. |
Hey friends, John Reynolds here. August always feels like summer’s final lap. School is starting back, football is around the corner, and there’s still time to squeeze in a few fishing mornings or golf afternoons before fall takes over. The real estate market is still active too, so anyone hoping to move before the holidays should probably start planning now instead of waiting until the pumpkins show up. |
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📅 August Holidays & Observances- August 7: Purple Heart Day
- August 9: National Book Lovers Day
- August 15: National Relaxation Day
- August 26: National Dog Day 🐶
- All month: National Golf Month ⛳
- All month: Back-to-School Month 🎒
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🎉 What’s Happening Around OwensboroFriday After 5 Season Finale
August 7 on the downtown riverfront. The 30th-anniversary season wraps up with live music and one last big summer Friday night. Owensboro Reptile & Exotics Show
August 8 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Owensboro Convention Center. A family-friendly chance to see reptiles, exotic animals, vendors, and more. Happy Together Tour
August 16 at 6 PM at RiverPark Center. A throwback concert packed with familiar hits and classic summer music. Bourbon & Bags for Broadway
August 20 at 5 PM at RiverPark Center. Bourbon, designer bags, and a fun fundraiser supporting the arts. Monarch Day
August 29 from 10 AM to 2 PM. Educational talks, garden tours, crafts, storytelling, and food trucks make this a great family outing. |
🍽️ Local SpotlightsThe Miller House — 301 W. 5th Street
A historic Owensboro favorite with Southern-inspired food, a great atmosphere, and one of the best bourbon selections around. Gramps Coffee & Donuts — Downtown Owensboro
Fresh donuts, strong coffee, and a relaxed local feel. It’s a solid way to start a workday, weekend, or morning of house hunting. |
💡 Did You Know?Owensboro is home to more than 30 public parks, giving residents plenty of places to walk, golf, fish, play pickleball, visit a playground, or simply enjoy some fresh air without leaving town. |
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🍴 Easy August RecipesHawaiian BBQ Sliders: Fill Hawaiian rolls with pulled pork or shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, pepper jack cheese, and pickles. Warm them in the oven until the cheese melts. Fresh Peach Sweet Tea: Add peach nectar or sliced peaches to freshly brewed sweet tea, pour over ice, and enjoy one more taste of Kentucky summer. |
🏡 Owensboro Market SnapshotThe Owensboro market is settling into a more balanced late-summer rhythm. Buyers have more opportunities to compare homes, but well-priced properties are still attracting attention. Local asking prices remain firm, while mortgage rates in the mid-6% range continue to make monthly payment strategy important. Sellers need strong presentation and realistic pricing, while buyers benefit from having financing lined up before the right home appears. |
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