Do You Need To “Kick The Tires” Of Your Car?

Motorist Kicking Flat Tire On Car
Regardless of your age, you’ve probably heard the phrase “kick the tires.” You might even know what it means or, at a minimum, have a good clue. The phrase has a quirky history. At one time, vehicles and horses shared the same roads. So, the phrase came in handy when... [read more]

Mark Your Calendar For The Strawberry Festival

Transparent plastic boxes with fresh organic strawberries in display at a street food market
Just about everyone loves fresh strawberries. However, if you don’t, that’s okay. You can still have fun at the Strawberry Festival in Owensboro, Kentucky. This two-day event will take place on June 10 and June 11. It doesn’t matter whether you go by yourself, with a friend, or with your... [read more]

Grab Some Pizza At Fetta

pizza with ham and cheese
Of all the different things that people eat, pizza ranks as a favorite food. In the U.S., it’s a staple of many diets. However, the key is to choose a place that knows how to make different types of pizza taste delicious. In Owensboro, Kentucky, that’s Fetta Specialty Pizza &... [read more]

The Importance Of Cleaning Pollen Off Your Car

Pollen written on Car Windshield
Pollen season can be quite a headache. First, pollen can trigger your allergies, causing you to sneeze through spring. On top of that, pollen can cause major damage to your car’s interior and exterior. Learn more about how pollen can hurt your car, and find out what you can do... [read more]

Take Your Furry Friend To Castlen Dog Park

Dogs playing in a dog park
After years of waiting, Owensboro opened its first off-leash dog park in 2019. Named Castlen Dog Park, it’s located inside Legion Park and hosts an assortment of large, medium, and small dogs throughout the week. The park’s open daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. and is free to enter.... [read more]

Head Out To The Botanical Garden

Picture of a beautiful pink rose surrounded by green foliage and with more green and blurry foliage as background
It’s officially growing season at the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden in Owensboro, making it the ideal time to visit. You can stop by Mondays-Saturdays from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. or Sundays from 12 p.m.-4 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for seniors and students, and $2 for children. Oh, and... [read more]

Tips On Improving Fuel Efficiency

Gas pumps
Everyone wants to save at the pump, and when the price of a gallon of gas goes up, it can be tough to deal with. Now, summer is just around the corner, which means more travel. Demand will most likely shoot up and, as it usually does every year, therefore... [read more]

Enjoy Some BBQ At Old Hickory

BBQ
Whenever anybody suggests barbecue for lunch or dinner, those in the group usually echo their approval with the word: ooh. You know what we're talking about. "Oooh, barbecue." That's because barbecue is pretty much always good. Especially here in Kentucky. Even if you had it last night, when someone suggests... [read more]

Consider These Basketball-Themed Party Ideas

Bracket
It's finally here again. Upsets. Cinderellas. Last-second heroics. That's right, we're talking about the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament. The Big Lance. The Road to the Last Four in the Tournament. You know, hoops. Time to get together and watch with friends. And when you do, consider these basketball-themed party... [read more]

Check The Anti-Freeze Levels In Your Vehicle

A mechanic is pouring antifreeze into a vehicle's radiator.
Owning and driving a car comes with some serious responsibilities. To ensure that you drive safely in Owensboro, KY, and your car performs well, regular maintenance and upkeep are vital. An area that too many people overlook is checking the antifreeze levels. This is a crucial task. You should know... [read more]