Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Modernizing emergency communications: Daviess County has launched a cellphone emergency alert system replacing Reverse 911, connecting to IPAWS, and automatically pushing the most serious warnings, following last September’s chemical fire in Newburgh, Indiana -- get details on the upgrade.

Auto care made easier: Plaza Tire Service has opened at 3301 Hayden Road in Owensboro, marking the brand’s 89th store and eighth in Kentucky, with 24/7 appointment scheduling and digital vehicle inspections -- read the full story.

What drivers should expect: Earlier this month, CSX planned upgrades in Owensboro, with temporary closures expected at Griffith Station Road and Booth Road, part of work over two weeks at about 32 crossings nationwide -- read the full story.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Bluegrass reset button: Give yourself an afternoon of toe-tapping history at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum, where instruments and immersive exhibits make the roots feel close. Then peek at their live show calendar, grab a friend who swears the mandolin is for noodling, and leave with a grin that sounds like a fiddle solo.

Bourbon, cocktails, questions: If your week could use a low-key hang with top-shelf vibes, The Pub on Second is pouring serious bourbon, proper cocktails, and a rotating spread of craft beer. Bonus points for their Quiz for a Cause nights... it’s trivia that actually does some good, right here at home.

Find your next find: If your bookshelf, mantle, or nostalgia shelf needs a plot twist, T&T Vendors Mall is a low-key happy place to wander. Rows of vendor booths mean vintage scores, quirky decor, and that one oddly perfect thing you didn’t know you needed until it’s grinning at you from a corner.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🧘 Mindful Hatha Flow @ Align by TrueNorth | Wednesday (4/29) at 6:00 PM – Trade the midweek scramble for a steady, grounding Hatha flow that pairs breath with unhurried movement, all levels welcome. At Align by TrueNorth on Daviess, across from RiverPark Center, use the entrance by the parking garage, $15. Your joints, and your sanity, will thank you.

🎯 Aid the Homeless Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser @ Green River Building Industry Association | Thursday (4/30) at 5:30 PM – Bag-tossing for Aid the Homeless is landing at the Home Builders Association of Owensboro with a cornhole tourney, live DJ, karaoke, food, drinks, and giveaways. Teams of two, $50 per team, register ahead or pay day-of, then toss, chat, and feel useful.

🧘 Care for the Caregiver Retreat @ Owensboro Convention Center | Friday (5/1) at 8:00 AM – Finally, something for the folks who take care of everyone else. This three-day, all-access caregiver retreat in Owensboro serves up real support, genuine community, and a much needed reset, the kind where you breathe, connect, and remember yourself. No casseroles required, just show up.

🧘 Yin Yoga with Shanna @ Align By TrueNorth | Friday (5/1) at 12:00 PM – Trade your frantic lunch for stillness at Align on Daviess, across from the RiverPark Center. Shanna’s Yin class is all floor, long holds, and deep breaths, which is code for stress relief, calmer nerves, and hips that forgive you. All levels, bring props, leave lighter.

👶 Baby Bundles @ Daviess County Public Library | Friday (5/1) – Whether you are on kid number one or fluent in toddler, Baby Bundles has grab-bags for ages 0 to 36 months, while supplies last. Limit two per person, unless every eligible kiddo is with you, so load the stroller, pack snacks, and go.

📚 Free Comic Book Day & Comics Giveaway Day @ Big Bang Toys Comics Games | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Whether you kept long boxes or remember Archie at the dentist, Big Bang is handing out free comics all day, from Marvel to Sonic. Score 50 to 75 percent off at the sidewalk sale, plus giveaways, games, and costume contests for kids and grown-ups.

🏇 Derby Party @ The Gathering Pointe | Saturday (5/2) at 11:00 AM – Skip the infield chaos and do Derby Weekend the neighborly way in Owensboro. Free hat-decorating to start, supplies included, then it is back to 400 E 4th for a hat contest, cornhole, pool noodle races, giveaways, a Recovery Walk and resource fair, food, and community.

On nearly 12 acres in East Daviess County, this 5-bed, 3.5-bath home offers 3,500-plus square feet, a wraparound deck. Highlights include a power-covered pool, a 430 sq ft rec house with kitchen, bath, and bedroom, and a 16x36 outbuilding over 1,500 sq ft with three garage doors and a climate-controlled bonus room, plus 336 feet of road frontage.