Owensboro hosted its first-ever Downtown Small Biz Crawl in celebration of National Small Business Month, and the turnout was nothing short of amazing. Local residents filled the sidewalks to shop, sip, snack, and support more than 30 small businesses, from boutiques and breweries to bakeries and pop-up vendors. The event also featured live music and a festive atmosphere that brought new energy to downtown.The Crawl was organized by the Greater…
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Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Small Biz Crawl in Downtown Owensboro
Downtown Owensboro is crawling with excitement—literally! Join us Wednesday, May 22 for the first-ever Small Biz Crawl, an all-day celebration of our local businesses and the vibrant heart of our city during National Small Business Month. Whether you're sipping coffee, shopping for gifts, enjoying live music, or snapping selfies, there's something for everyone. And yes, there are cash prizes on the line. Here’s your full guide to crawling like a…
A Look Back at Marketing on Tap
Marketing on Tap welcomed a sold-out crowd of 50 for a hands-on workshop focused on drafting better content and the tools that make it possible.We took a deep dive into identifying target audiences and explored practical AI tools that can help small businesses grow more efficiently.Huge thanks to our partners who brought this event to life - we couldn't have pulled it off without support from Wonder Boy Media, the…
Coffee, Copy & Kentucky Weddings with Kentucky Bride Magazine
In honor of Mother’s Day and National Small Business Month, we’re shining a spotlight on one of Owensboro’s most inspiring duos: Sandy and Kate, the mother-daughter team behind Kentucky Bride magazine. From page layouts to press deadlines, their journey is filled with resilience, creativity, and plenty of coffee. In this heartfelt guest post, Kate shares what she’s learned along the way—about business, family, and finding beauty in the unexpected.Kentucky Bride…
Unlocking America’s Energy Future with Texas Gas’ New Natural Gas Pipeline Expansion Project
Texas Gas Transmission, LLC ("Texas Gas"), a subsidiary of Boardwalk Pipelines, LP and a leader in reliable energy infrastructure, is announcing a non-binding Open Season for the Borealis Natural Gas Pipeline Expansion Project ("Borealis" or "Borealis Project"). This transformative project aims to bolster America's energy future by tapping into the abundant Marcellus and Utica shale gas reserves, delivering reliable and affordable natural gas to meet the growing energy demand across…
Downtown Small Biz Crawl Scheduled for May 22
Downtown Owensboro Inc., in partnership with the Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation (GOEDC) and the City of Owensboro, is excited to announce the Downtown Small Biz Crawl, happening on Thursday, May 22 during National Small Business Month. This new event invites the community to shop, dine, and explore all that downtown Owensboro has to offer while celebrating the power of small businesses. Participating businesses within the Downtown Overlay District can register to…
Owensboro Athletic Club Earns SBDC Pacesetter Award
The Kentucky Small Business Development Center has named Owensboro Athletic Club (OAC) a 2025 Pacesetter Award winner—an honor reserved for high-performing small businesses making a major impact across the state. This marks the first time in three years that an Owensboro business has earned this prestigious statewide recognition.Led by Dustin Edge and Shane Leach, OAC has built more than just a gym. It’s a hub for health, strength, and community—empowering…
The GOEDC Scoop: May 2025
Welcome to the first edition of The GOEDC Scoop: your monthly update from the Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation! Each month, we’ll bring you the top highlights from our work across the community, important upcoming events and deadlines, and a look at what’s on the horizon for economic growth in Owensboro.Top 3 from April 2025Philip Morris Invests in Owensboro's Swedish Match Facility with $232M ExpansionREAD MOREGOEDC Launches Elevate Owensboro Offering…
Tapping Into AI: Hands-On Marketing Workshop Comes to Owensboro
The Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation (GOEDC), the Kentucky Small Business Development Center (KY SBDC), Wonder Boy Media, and The Brew Bridge are teaming up to host Marketing on Tap: Learn How to Use AI to Draft Better Content, a hands-on workshop aimed at helping small business owners embrace AI tools to improve their marketing.The event will be held on Tuesday, May 20, from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM at…
GOEDC, Chamber to host Bridging the Workforce Gap Event May 9
The Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation (GOEDC) and the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce are partnering to host Bridging the Workforce Gap: Breaking Barriers to Employment on Friday, May 9 at 9:00 a.m. The event will be held at the Chamber of Commerce in the third-floor conference room, located at 200 East Third Street and is open to the public.This special coffee event will feature Nicki Stewart, Workforce Development Manager…