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Tim McGraw Addresses Distracted Driving In Latest VIDEO

Jaclyn Graves — Thu, 09 May 2013 16:13:07 +0000

I like to think that I don't drive and text. I like to think that I am a safe driver and keep distractions to a minimal. Truth is, I do sometimes send a quick "I'm on my way" or "LOL" response. I've seen the commercials pleading drivers to not text and drive. I was just behind a teenage girl yesterday and I could tell that she had both hands around the steering-wheel, texting away, driving down Frederica. This is not ok. We MUST STOP driving and texting!

Tim McGraw's latest single "The Highway Don't Care" is a beautiful song, I've loved it every since I heard it for the first time. Tim's video for this song acknowledges the problems with texting and driving and is a must see!

PLEASE watch this video and let's all STOP distracted driving!

Blood Drive To Be Held At Daviess County Relay For Life

Jaclyn Graves — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:45:58 +0000

The Daviess County Relay For Life is Friday, May 17th at Diamond Lake Resort. The Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center will be on site holding a blood drive from 4:00pm – 8:00pm. All donors must be 16 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, must check current medications with center staff and donors should have [...]

Couple's Second Child Dies After Prayer-Only Healing Doesn't Work (Again)

Jaclyn Graves — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:26:46 +0000

Anytime anyone gets sick, especially children, we always ask our friends and family to pray for them. And, I absolutely believe that prayers can bring miracles upon the sick. But, I also believe that the combination of medical care AND prayers is the best bet. These parents do not agree with me. Last week, they lost their SECOND child to illness, after prayer-only healing.

Chris Chaberski has the rest of this story...

In 2009, Herbert and Catherine Schaible lost their 2-year-old son, Kent, to bacterial pneumonia—a condition they refused to let a doctor treat, insisting on using only prayer to heal him. Last week, their second son died. He, too, failed to receive any potentially life-saving medical care.

Chad And Jaclyn Run The Mud Run Course: Part 1 [VIDEO]

Jaclyn Graves — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:50:52 +0000

The Owensboro Mud Run is THIS Saturday at Diamond Lake Resort. This event is going to be awesome! Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society and you can still register.

Chad is always coming up with crazy ideas that I basically have no say-so in and running this course beforehand is his latest! We went out to Diamond Lake Tuesday afternoon and actually ran the entire course! (I'm still sore, I have blisters and my left leg is jacked up!) Although all of the course wasn't constructed yet, we scaled a 6 foot wall (well, I basically face-planted), we crossed grown-man monkey bars, attempted the cargo net and Chad even got in the water for those three obstacles. Watch and be prepared to laugh!

Clever Video Stresses Importance of Breast Cancer Exams [Video]

Chadwick Benefield — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 05:00:31 +0000

As you all know, I do a lot of work with the American Cancer Society. I am the chairperson of Relay For Life here in Daviess County and I also emcee their annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk each fall. I also work, annually, with Susan G. Komen for the Cure's Bowl for a Cure event here in Owensboro. But, somehow, as involved as I am, I totally missed this! Have you seen this video? It's from Rethink Breast Cancer and it was first circulated online about a year ago. And it's absolute genius. Creators of the video wanted to get women to pay attention to really important information about self-examination. And they did it by giving women what they want . . . MEN! Look.

Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center's URGENT Need For Type O Negative Blood

Jaclyn Graves — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:18:44 +0000

The Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center is in URGENT need for Type O Negative blood. The WKRBC is the sole supplier to several area hospitals and serves six Kentucky counties. The entire process to donate takes only 30-45 minutes. The center is located at 3015 Old Hartford Road in Owensboro. For donation requirements, click HERE.

Sign Up for Owensboro's Color Blast 5K [Video]

Chadwick Benefield — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 11:00:33 +0000

Check this out! If you’ve been wondering what a Color Blast 5K is, we’ve got you covered. Check out this official video from the event in Los Angeles so you know what to expect when you sign up to get “Color Blasted” March 23rd in downtown Owensboro! How fun does that look? And here’s the [...]

Owensboro Parks And Rec's 7th Annual St. Patrick's Day Dash

Jaclyn Graves — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 22:30:14 +0000

The Owensboro Parks and Recreation Department is hosting the 7th annual St. Patrick’s Day Dash on Saturday, March 16th. Events will consist of a 5K run/walk and a 10k run. The races will take place along the scenic South Trail of the Greenbelt. Check-in will begin at 7:15 a.m. at O’Charley’s Restaurant, South Frederica Street, [...]

Dress in Blue Day Kicks Off National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month This Friday [VIDEO]

Dave Spencer — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:46:41 +0000

In its early stages, it may have no symptoms. It is mostly preventable. A screening could save your life. I’m talking about colon cancer. My grandmother had it and survived it. My sister had it just last year and is currently doing fine. And with this family history, I’ve had my colonoscopy and I’m good. [...]

KWC Hosting A Bone Marrow Registry Drive In Honor Of Owensboro Native

Jaclyn Graves — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:37:13 +0000

Chris Herrell is 39 years old and has been married to his wife Laurie for 15 years. Chris is an Owensboro High School and Kentucky Wesleyan College graduate. He and his wife have three young children. Chris works for the Cincinnati Reds and was recently diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), a rare form of blood cancer.

His only cure is a bone marrow transplant. Presently, no donors in the bone marrow registry match Chris. A match must be found to save his life.

KWC is hosting a bone marrow registry drive in honor of Chris Thursday, February 28th and Saturday, March 2nd.

Young Louisville Woman With Terminal Cancer Spreads The Message Of Hope [VIDEO]

Jaclyn Graves — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:38:05 +0000

Louisville's Jill Conley was diagnosed with Stage IIIC invasive breast cancer the day before her 32nd birthday. She had only been married six months when she and her husband had to deal with this life-changing news. She went through 16 rounds of chemo, 31 rounds of radiation and four surgeries including a double-mastectomy. After two years, Jill was in remission.Twelve months later, at age 35, she was diagnosed with terminal bone cancer.

Jill decided that if only one woman could be helped from her story, that she had succeeded in life. Her journey and spirit are truly an amazing inspiration. She wants to help others feel beautiful in their own skin. Please, watch and learn about Jill.

Little Jasper Henderson Needs Our Prayers and Support

Dave Spencer — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:00:12 +0000

One of our Facebook friends, Megan Henderson, asked us to share the story of her son Jasper with all of you. We are more than happy to oblige. The Facebook page Prayers for Jasper Henderson has been set up as a way for anyone to express their support in any way they wish and for [...]

Color Us Proud Owensboro's Color Blast 5K

Jaclyn Graves — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:39:58 +0000

Six local non-profit organizations are coming together in celebration of March being Disability Awareness Month with an awesome event here in Owensboro. Puzzle Pieces, Wendell Foster’s Campus for Developmental Disabilities, Dream Riders of Kentucky, Team Karlie, Two Rivers Buddy Ball and Green River Area Down Syndrome Association are collaborating together to host a Color Blast 5K (walk/run) in English Park to honor individuals who have unique qualities and abilities.

I have been wanting to participate in a run like this for a while and can't wait to join in the fun on Saturday, March 23rd! You should come out too!

A Blast at the Time, Banned Toys Really Don't Make Sense Now

Dave Spencer — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 02:00:07 +0000

Remember lawn darts? Well, you’d have to have a decent enough memory to do so since they’ve been considered contraband ever since the discontinuation of their manufacture in 1988. We had a set of lawn darts. But they were never practical. The pointed tips were never sharp enough to pierce the earth. And that’s where [...]

Stop Red Light Running Awareness Week

Jaclyn Graves — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 15:54:37 +0000

Even Carsyn knows that red means stop. If a three year-old knows that, licensed drivers should, right?!? I thought so!

This Thanksgiving week, November 18th-24th, is Daviess County Stop Red Light Running Awareness Week. With the beginning of the holiday season here, what better time than now to promote awareness of the dangers of red light running and to crack down on drivers who disregard traffic signals.

Several Colts Players Shave Their Head In Support Of Coach Pagano [VIDEO]

Jaclyn Graves — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 17:15:00 +0000

Indianapolis Colts Head Coach Chuck Pagano announced at the beginning of the season that he had been diagnosed with leukemia and would be seeking treatment immediately to battle the disease. The Colts organization has been very vocal about their support of their head coach throughout the season so far and continue to do so.

November 15th Is The Great American Smoke Out

Jaclyn Graves — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 15:24:23 +0000

The Tobacco Control Coalition for the Green River District wants to remind everyone that November 15th is the Great American Smoke Out. This is a great time to beat the addiction to tobacco and start a new, healthy life. If you are planning on quitting smoking, they offer some tips: - Pick a date within [...]

Donate To The American Red Cross

Jaclyn Graves — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 19:15:36 +0000

In wake of the recent tragedy of superstorm Sandy, you can help the relief funds for those affected on the East Coast. There are several ways in which you can help!

You Can:

Call 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767)

Text REDCROSS to 90999 (This is a $10 donation)

Go online at HERE.

Rollover Simulator an Effective Seatbelt Safety Tool [VIDEO]

Dave Spencer — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:45:15 +0000

The Reid’s Orchard Apple Festival, as always, was a total blast. But it wasn’t all just great food, music, crafts, and good times. There was also life-saving information available courtesy of Tim and Michelle Miller. The Millers had set up a rollover simulator next to their booth in order to demonstrate the importance of wearing [...]

Lane Goodwin – Thumbs Up For Lane – Passes Away This Evening

Annie Jenkins — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 01:51:09 +0000

Lane Goodwin – the McLean County, Kentucky, boy who bravely fought a long battle against a rare childhood form of cancer has sadly lost his battle with cancer at 7:53 PM on Wednesday, October 17, 2012. The Beech Grove, Kentucky, 13-year-old was diagnosed in 2010 with Alveolar Rhabdomyosarcoma Stage IV – a rare and very [...]