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Yahoo
07-05-2025
- General
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Entering the homestretch preparing for BBQ and Barrels 2025
OWENSBORO, Ky (WEHT) – The 2025 BBQ and Barrels festival is right around the corner, and that means food is being prepped for the big weekend. Formally known as the International BBQ Festival, in 2023, the name changed to BBQ and Barrels due to the explosion of bourbon back into western Kentucky. Eyewitness News stopped by Precious Blood Catholic Church to see the prep firsthand. Almost 40 distilleries on board for bourbon tasting in BBQ and Barrels Volunteer Bruce Tucker has been doing work for BBQ and Barrels 25 years ago, and he says part of what makes it so special is the work is handed down by people. Tucker states about 40 pork butts are being smoked along with 70 gallons of burgo, smoked bologna, pork loin/chops and whole chickens. Tucker says one reason so much food gets prepped is there is ten guys that pitch in, which makes everything run like clockwork. Tucker also says that it while it is getting harder to find volunteers, it is fun for them because they were brought up in it. Tucker further says there will be five churches at the festival: Precious Blood, Blessed Mother, Our Lady of Lourdes and Immaculate Parish. The festival runs from May 9 to May 10. Courtesy: BBQ and Barrels Eyewitness News. Everywhere you are. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW).
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Almost 40 distilleries on board for bourbon tasting in BBQ and Barrels
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – Visit Owensboro announces that nearly 40 distilleries are on board for the bourbon tasting portion BBQ and Barrels. Officials state some of the largest distilleries in the country like Buffalo Trace, Makers Mark and Angels Envy will be joined by some new brands like Silk Velvet and Fresh Bourbon on May 10 with VIP hour starting at 3 p.m. and general admission starting at 4 p.m. at the Owensboro Convention Center. 'You're going to see some brand favorites along with some brands you have yet to discover. BBQ and Barrels is the perfect opportunity to enjoy world class BBQ and Kentucky's finest spirit,' said Dave Kirk, Visit Owensboro. In addition to the distillery lineup, one can buy one get one 50% off tickets that are being offered for a limited time. To claim, use promo code BG50 on Officials say the weekend will include several other bourbon culinary experiences like a dinner/cocktail paring at Green River Distilling Company at $145 a person happening on May 9. Officials say very limited tickets are still available for the new high-end dinner/bourbon pairing at Lure Seafood and Grille called Smoke and Oak on May 8 and can be booked directly by calling Lure. An option to participate in the birdies, bourbon and BBQ golf fundraising event on May 9 at the Owensboro Country Club is available benefitting Fight Light a Dozer. Officials say VIP tickets for the bourbon tasting portion of BBQ and Barrels are nearing sellout and are $120 and include special pours and samples. Class tickets are on sale for $25 a piece and the three classes being offered at 2 p.m. at the Owensboro Convention Center on May 10 are one with Four Roses Master Distiller Brent Elliott, Buffalo Trace's Freddie Johnson and Green River Distilling Company. Tickets can be purchased by visiting Listed is a complete list of participating distilleries. 10 Day Bourbon Angel's Envy Augusta Distillery Bardstown Bourbon Company Bard Distillery Barrel House Distilling Blue Run Boss Molly Bourbon Brothers of the Leaf Buffalo Trace Bubba's Whiskey Bulleit Buzzard's Roost Casey Jones Distillery Castle & Key Chicken Cock Whiskey Coal Pick Distillery Four Roses Fresh Bourbon Green River Distilling Co. Hemingway Whiskey Jefferson's Bourbon Jeptha Creed Distillery Larrikin Bourbon Co. Leiper's Fork Distillery Limestone Branch Distillery Log Still Distillery Maker's Mark MB Roland Distillery New Riff Distilling Preservation Distillery Pursuit Spirits RD One Bourbon Silk Velvet Whiskey Starlight Distillery True Story Wenzel Whiskey Western Kentucky Distilling Wilderness Trace Distilling Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Health
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Morning Pointe of Owensboro renovation complete
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Morning Pointe of Owensboro, Kentucky, Assisted Living has completed its $2.5 million renovation. Officials say they are planning a grand opening celebration for April 10. The event will take place from 4 to 7 p.m., with the formal program and ribbon cutting at 4:30 p.m.. Located at 3362 Buckland Square, Morning Pointe of Owensboro was previously Heritage Place until it was acquired by regional senior living company Morning Pointe Senior Living in fall 2024. The renovation has updated the building and expanded the clinical services. 'Our residents, their families and our staff are all loving the new look and feel, and we can't wait to share that with our greater community at our grand opening,' said Karleigh Roby, executive director. 'We are so pleased to be able to offer this higher level of service to seniors in Owensboro and the surrounding area.' BBQ and Barrels tickets going on sale Morning Pointe says expanded clinical services approved by state regulators have brought Morning Pointe of Owensboro up to a 'comprehensive level of assisted living service' with: Coordination of on-site medical and therapy services Regular nurse assessments to meet residents' needs Licensed nurses and certified staff administering medications Trained professionals performing nursing and therapeutic tasks Menus reviewed and approved by a dietician or nutritionist Comprehensive policies for CPR and emergency training In addition, officials say the physical upgrades include: New paint and artwork New flooring New furniture New cabinets and 'stylish' apartment amenities A 'sleek, functional' nurses station New kitchen equipment New window treatments Colon cancer awareness events get more locations Officials say the community is continuing to give tours and welcome new residents. With 66 assisted living apartments, several floor plans are still available. For inquiries about the community, please call 270-689-0930, or stop by for a tour. 'Eyewitness News. Everywhere you are.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Business
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BBQ and Barrels tickets going on sale
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – Visit Owensboro officials, along with Baird Private Wealth Management, are announcing that tickets for the bourbon tasting portion of BBQ and Barrels will be on sale Friday. Officials state the sale will start at 10 a.m. CT at It will include the dinner/cocktail pairing at Green River Distilling Company at $145 a person happening on May 9. Tickets will be on sale for a new high-end dinner/bourbon pairing at Lure Seafood and Grille called Smoke and Oak on May 8. These tickets also on sale and can be booked by directly calling Lure. Officials say VIP tickets are $120 and general admission tickets are $70 for the May 10 distillery sampling event. VIP tickets include special pours and BBQ samples. 'I anticipate we'll end up with a new record of over 40 distilleries by the time of the event with most distilleries returning from last year and a few new ones. It's unbelievable but more accurately a reflection of Owensboro's strong bourbon heritage that this many distilleries will be at BBQ and Barrels. And the fact that you'll also be able to purchase bottles directly from the distilleries is a huge bonus for attendees. Last year we had attendees from 13 states including as far away as California and Texas. I can't say thank you enough for the support from Baird Private Wealth Management to make this event happen' said Dave Kirk, Visit Owensboro. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
