Joe was best known for his distinct voice as the host of the Joe Lowe Morning Show on 1490 WOMI – it was truly the heartbeat of Owensboro. He also was a philanthropist, traveler, Monster Truck emcee, devoted family man, owner of Joe Lowe Productions, political activist, Guy Fieri doppleganger, avid Gambrinus patron and radio legend. Joe came to Owensboro and started at WVJS in September of 1972. He worked there as well as at WOMI and WBIO. Joe did mornings at WVJS from 1972-2002. Around 1977 when the Executive Inn opened Joe formed Joe Lowe Productions which remained active until his death. While at the Executive Inn Joe introduced virtually every major performer in the entertainment business that appeared in the Showroom Lounge until its closing. For a number of years, Joe was chairman of the Daviess County Republican party and was a member of the Owensboro Airport board. He also spent over 30 years as an emcee for Feld Motorsports Monster Truck Shows. He traveled the U.S. and overseas in that capacity. Joe was most recently honored as the Broadcast Journalist Winner of the Kentucky Farm Bureau’s 2012 Communications Awards. He and his wife Kathy married in 1971 and have two children, Sandy of Owensboro and Karen of North Carolina. His granddaughter, Brittani, also lives with Joe and Kathy. Joe never met a stranger – even if it was your first time meeting him, you felt like you knew him for years. Here at WOMI, WBKR and Townsquare Media, we all feel blessed to have worked with a man who had such an impact on radio and also the community he served. While Joe was still battling the big C, we put together a video tribute. We hope you will watch and enjoy the memories that flow from the many comrades who spoke from the heart and please include your own in the comment section of this post.
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McConnell, Drug Czar Meet to Discuss Efforts to Combat Kentucky’s Drug Problem
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell met with Drug Czar Gil Kerlikowske thursday in his office in the United States Capitol. The two discussed Kentucky’s widespread drug abuse challenges, and Director Kerlikowske briefed the Senator on law enforcement efforts to reduce the production, trafficking and abuse of illicit drugs in the Commonwealth...
Shooting Victim Pronounced Dead at OMS
We just received the following from the Owensboro Police Department regarding a shooting death early this morning.
The Owensboro Police Department responded to Owensboro Medical Health System after receiving a call from the hospital of a patient being brought in with a gun shot wound at approximately 3:30 a...
Justice Minton Calls for Changes in Kentucky Judicial System
Kentucky Supreme Court Chief Justice John Minton was the featured guest at the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce Rooster Booster Breakfast Thursday August 2.
Daviess County Schools Finalist in $25,000 American Farmers Grant
Winning a grant of $10,000 or $25,000 can enhance educational opportunities for a school district in a rural community. Daviess County Public School in Owensboro, Ky. was recently named as a finalist to receive consideration for an America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education℠ grant. Daviess County Public School is one of ten finalists in Kentucky.
Meet the Good Witch and Hear Great Music at Friday After 5
This week at Friday After 5 enjoy Owensboro’s own “Legally Wired” on the Kenergy Stage. (Get it? Legally Wired? Kenergy?) Great local band.
Heath Eric and Molly G on the UniFirst Courtyard
Preview of the Dragonboat Festival...
Rooster Booster Breakfast Is Thursday
Kentucky Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. will be the guest speaker at the August Rooster Booster Breakfast this Thursday, August 2nd at 7:30 am. Minton will address the underfunding of the court systems, and the effects of regulations on business.
Owensboro Neighborhood Alliance Aug. Meetings Schedule
The Owensboro Neighborhood Alliance has released the meetings schedule for the Month of August with the first meetings of the month set for this Thursday, Aug. 2nd.
These organizations are a great way to become involved, in a positive way, with your local community and neighborhood and all are welcome to attend...
School Bus “Dry Run” Scheduled for Monday Aug.6
The Daviess County Public Schools Transportation Department is ready to roll into a new school year.
As part of the preparation for the first day of school for students (Wednesday, Aug. 8), drivers will participate in a “dry run” on Monday, Aug. 6.
BRIDGE DAY AND THE EAST BRIDGE ARTS FESTIVAL
The City of Owensboro is proud to announce the return of Bridge Day Saturday, September 8, 2012.
The second annual opportunity to walk the Blue Bridge will take place in conjunction with the quickly growing East Bridge Arts Festival in downtown Owensboro presented by Studio Slant...
Welcome Aboard Planned for DCPS Staff
The Daviess County Public Schools district is preparing to “set sail” into a new school year with an Opening Day ceremony scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, in the Daviess County High School gym. The school is located at 4255 New Hartford Road.
It’s “all hands on deck” as we extend a hearty “Welcome Aboard” to new Superintendent Owens Saylor, who will set the course as we navigate towa