From classroom projects to cross-country learning adventures, Western Academy scholars are turning achievement, service, and hands-on skills into opportunities that reach far beyond Evansville.
Community leaders, law enforcement, and residents gathered at Owensboro City Hall last month for a forum on gun violence and youth access to firearms. During the discussion, participants pointed to issues ranging from stolen guns and social media influence to absent parents and gaps in community support, while emphasizing that addressing violence will require more than reactions after tragedies occur.
Local businesses looking to secure city contracts can meet directly with department buyers and contractors during a June 9 outreach session at the EWSU Sunrise Pump Station.
Reverend Larry Lewis has been behind the podium teaching and preaching the word of God for 55 years and still ‘is no ways tired.’ His retirement, 55th ministerial anniversary and final sermon is May 17, 2026, 10:45 AM at Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Owensboro, KY.
Burger Week is an annual Owensboro event where local restaurants compete to prepare the tastiest, most original hamburger to be crowned Burger Week Champion.
This year, Owensboro Black Expo celebrates 53 years and stands as the longest operating Black organization in Owensboro, KY.
