With the number of Kentucky distillers increasing 250% the past decade, the need to address the industry’s spent-grain byproduct known as stillage has grown as well. Now, innovators and entrepreneurs can submit creative ideas, technologies and solutions for expanded uses of distilling byproduct. Proposals are due by Aug. 30, when five winners will be selected…
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OCTC Partners With High Schools to Offer Fast Path Nursing Program
Owensboro Community & Technical College and regional high schools have partnered to allow students wanting a career in nursing the option to utilize a “fast path” so they can enter OCTC’s nursing program directly after graduation. OCTC Fast Path Nursing is a set of classes that can be taken while still in high school to…
Broadband Bill Passes Kentucky State Senate
Good things are coming for the rural areas of Daviess County! The Broadband Funding Bill, otherwise known as ‘House Bill 320’, unanimously passed the Kentucky State House and Senate late Tuesday afternoon. HB320 will clear the way for rural electric cooperatives to feasibly provide broadband service to areas of the commonwealth that are currently unserved…
How It’s Made: Owensboro Specialty Polymers
In continuing the celebration of Manufacturing Month we have created a highlight video of Owensboro Specialty Polymers, an existing business that has been located in Owensboro since 1958. OSP is a specialty polymer business specializing in PVdC emulsion chemistry. For many years they have provided high barrier coatings to the flexible packaging industry and metal…
Chris Gendek
Chris Gendek, the Destination Services Director for Visit Owensboro, has been around the country but is proud to call Owensboro, Kentucky home. Take a look as he describes how easy it is to get involved and make a difference in the community.
Anne Higgins
Anne Higgins owns a beautiful and unique European boutique in the heart of downtown Owensboro. In this highlight she explains her journey of becoming an entrepreneur and raising a family in this community that she would describe as having "a small town feel with big city amenities."
Shanna Ballard
Shanna Ballard is the Human Resources Director at Owensboro Community and Technical College. Take a look as she describes all of the fun activities available in Owensboro and the low cost of living!
Jared Revlett
Jared Revlett, Public Information Officer for Owensboro Public Schools is an Owensboro native. See why he decided to return to his hometown after years of absence!
Antoine Smith-Rouse
Antoine Smith-Rouse is a Workforce Solutions Success Coach at the Owensboro Community & Technical College. Take a look as he describes how Owensboro has succeeded his expectations!
Leslie Neeley
Leslie Neeley, Communications and Public Relations Specialist at Kenergy Corporation describes why Owensboro is a great place to live, work, and play!